If you have lost weight and gained it back, it is not a willpower problem. It is a setup problem. In this episode, I explain Phase 1 of our program, the Build phase, and why skipping it makes results short-lived. You will learn how to prime your metabolism, dial in habits, and know exactly when you are ready to enter a fat loss phase with confidence.

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You are doing the workouts. You eat pretty well. Yet the scale stays stuck and your body feels like it is fighting you. In this conversation with Coach Megan, we dig into why high-achieving women often plateau even when the strategy looks “perfect,” and how nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and learning to soften can unlock fat loss, better sleep, and a calmer mind.

What we cover

• Why “doing more” stops working when your stress bucket is overflowing
• How trauma and chronic stress show up physically through thyroid issues, gut symptoms, insomnia, and migraines
• The difference between being in your head vs being in your body, and why connection to your body changes results
• Masculine vs feminine energy in daily life and how softening improves recovery, hormones, and body composition
• Emotional eating through a trauma lens and practical replacements for comfort that actually regulate your nervous system
• Rest that actually restores you: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual
• How to rebuild self-trust with tiny, repeatable practices so consistency stops feeling like a fight

Connect with Coach Megan:

Website: https://www.trifectacollective.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trifecta_collective/

Podcast: https://trifectacollective.libsyn.com/

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In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I sit down with my client Jordan to share her full journey — from where she started to where she is now. We go beyond the quick wins and talk about what it really takes to lose weight and keep it off, even when life throws curveballs.

Jordan opens up about her struggles with food, consistency, and motivation, and how she was able to push through those challenges with the right structure, coaching, and mindset shifts. Together, we break down the phases of her journey and highlight the exact habits that made the difference for her fat loss and energy.

You’ll walk away with a realistic picture of what sustainable weight loss looks like, including the ups, the downs, and the breakthroughs.

Who should listen:

• Women who feel like they’ve “tried everything” but can’t seem to lose weight.
• Anyone frustrated with dieting on and off for years.
• Those who want to see what a real, sustainable fat loss journey looks like start to finish.

JORDAN AND I DECIDED THAT ANYONE WHO APPLIES TO OUR PROGRAM AFTER LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE WILL RECEIVE $250 OFF THE ENROLLMENT FEE!

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You probably think you need more willpower, discipline, or motivation to finally lose weight and keep it off. But the truth is, what you actually need is psychological flexibility.

In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I break down what psychological flexibility is, why it’s the missing link for so many women, and how a rigid “all-or-nothing” mindset is keeping you stuck in the same start-over-Monday cycle. You’ll learn how to stop letting perfect be the enemy of good, and how to start making flexible choices that move you forward even on your busiest days.

I’ll share real-life examples from clients (and a recent Roadmap call) that show how powerful flexibility can be.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with practical tools you can apply today to keep your momentum going without the pressure of perfection.

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Most women overcomplicate weight loss during menopause. This episode is your reminder that the most powerful changes are often the simplest. I’m sharing the story of my neighbor who lost 20 pounds through menopause without extreme diets, hours of cardio, or expensive supplements—just two smart, consistent habits that worked with her hormonal shifts instead of against them.

If you’ve been spinning your wheels with cardio, restrictive eating, or inconsistent habits, this episode will help you get back to the basics that actually move the needle.

Who Should Listen:
Women in perimenopause or menopause who want sustainable weight loss, more energy, and a toned, strong body without extreme restriction or exhausting workout schedules.

Resources & Links:
🎯 Take the free Fix Your Fat Loss Quiz to find out what’s really keeping you stuck and how to move forward.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, like you know what to do but still can’t seem to follow through, this episode is your reset button. I’m sharing a 5-minute mindset exercise that has completely transformed the lives of my clients—and I don’t say that lightly. This isn’t about motivation or willpower. It’s about identity. And when you shift how you see yourself, your habits follow.

One of my clients did this and immediately made a bold decision she’d been avoiding. Why? Because she finally stopped waiting to feel empowered and started acting like the woman she’s becoming.

In this episode, I walk you through the exact journaling prompt, explain the behavior science behind why this works so well, and show you why sustainable weight loss starts with who you believe you are, not just what you do.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why your current habits are tied to your current self-image
• How to reconnect with the woman you’re becoming
• The psychology behind identity-based change
• Journaling prompts to help you gain immediate emotional clarity
• A powerful story from one of my clients who did this and took life-changing action

Who Should Listen:

This episode is for the woman who:

• Has been stuck in a cycle of starting over
• Feels disconnected from herself and what she wants
• Wants to feel in control again, without going to extremes
• Is done waiting for the “perfect time” to change
• Craves more confidence, clarity, and consistency on her journey

Call to Action:

If this episode speaks to you, I want to hear from you. Send me a message and let me know how the exercise landed for you. You don’t have to share every detail! Just let me know what shifted.

And if you’re ready to take this kind of work deeper, I currently have 1–2 spots open in my 1:1 coaching program. Let’s make this next chapter your strongest one yet.

👉 Apply for Coaching Here
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📩 Email: iman@builtbybalancefitness.com

If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do, I’m just not doing it,” this episode is going to hit hard. In today’s episode of The Mindset Diet, I unpack a powerful psychological trap called the GI Joe Fallacy: the idea that knowing is “half the battle.”

Spoiler alert: it’s not.

You’ll learn why simply collecting more information (another guide, podcast, or challenge) isn’t helping you make progress, and what to focus on instead. I walk you through relatable real-life examples, the science behind why your brain defaults to comfort, and four specific ways to turn your knowledge into consistent action.

If you’ve been spinning your wheels despite “doing everything right,” this episode will give you the reality check—and the roadmap—you need.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What the GI Joe Fallacy is and how it’s keeping you stuck
• Why smart, driven women keep chasing information but still don’t see results
• The real reason you spiral into all-or-nothing thinking
• Why willpower and memory are not reliable tools for behavior change
• Four practical ways to turn what you know into what you actually do

This episode is for you if:

• You feel like you’ve “tried everything” but still aren’t seeing results
• You’re tired of starting strong and falling off track
• You want a no-BS explanation for why your knowledge hasn’t translated to progress
• You’re ready to take action, not just collect more tips

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• Apply for Coaching: Work with Iman 1:1 - Limited spots available on her personal roster.
  
  
• Email: iman@builtbybalancefitness.com
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You’re eating clean. You’re working out. You’re tracking (most of the time). And still… the scale won’t budge. So naturally, you start wondering if your metabolism is broken or if your body is just “resistant” to weight loss.

In this episode, I break down the real reasons why your deficit might not be working, even though it looks good on paper. These are the blind spots that sabotage so many women on their fat loss journey, especially if they’ve been dieting for years and feel like they’re doing “everything right.”

You'll learn:

• Why being in a deficit for part of the week isn’t enough
• The sneaky calories that are flying under your radar
• How lack of sleep and high stress stall your progress
• Why your workouts aren’t burning as much as you think
• How protein and fiber help you stay in a deficit without being miserable

Plus, I’ll walk you through practical steps to troubleshoot your own plan so you can finally start seeing results.

💡 Who Should Listen:

This episode is perfect for women ages 30–55 who:

• Are frustrated that they’re not losing weight despite “doing everything right”
• Struggle with weekend overeating, inconsistent tracking, or high stress
• Feel like their metabolism is broken
• Want a clear breakdown of how to actually create and stay in a calorie deficit
• Are ready to stop guessing and start seeing real progress

🛠️ Resources & Links:

• 🎯 Take the Fix Your Fat Loss Quiz to uncover what's actually holding you back and get personalized action steps
• 💬 DM me the word "deficit" on Instagram or Facebook for help troubleshooting your specific situation
• 📧 Or email me at iman@builtbybalancefitness.com