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Weight Loss is Both Simple and Complexed (Oprah's viral clip)

So, I wanted to chat about Oprah's recent interview with two MDs, the CEO of Weight Watchers, and a psychologist. Here's the viral clip that I'll be talking about in this newsletter.

Here are my quick thoughts: Oprah and the psychologist touched on some key points about obesity being recognized as a disease, which is a big deal. It's not just about willpower anymore; there's more to it.

Physique GoalsAlicia ConnorsMarch 27, 2024ozempic, GLP-1, Weight Loss Drug, Weight Watchers, Weight loss, weight gain, fat loss, body goals, calorie counting, physique goals, mindset, healthy habits, obesity, geneticsComment

Can You Lose Body Fat WITHOUT Tracking Calories or Macros?

I've been posting a Q+A on my Instagram every Sunday, where I answer questions on the podcast. One question caught my attention:

The Question:
How do you support clients with fat loss when they don't want to track?

For those unfamiliar with "tracking," it refers monitoring your macronutrients (Proteins/Carbs/Fats) and calorie intake.

Physique GoalsAlicia ConnorsMarch 25, 2024fat loss, body goals, physique goals, macros, macro tracking, dieting, weight loss, relationship with food, healthy habits, healthy livingComment

Instead of Just "Always Dieting," Use Phases That Complement Your Lifestyle

Tired of feeling like a failure because you can't stick to some insane diet that swears it's the only path to wellness? I hear you. The health and wellness industry can be relentless, pushing this idea that it's all or nothing, and if you can't commit 100%, you're doomed.

Physique Goals, Nutrition, LifestyleAlicia ConnorsJanuary 15, 2024fat loss, body goals, physique goals, macro tracking, macro counting, phasic dieting, phasic nutritionComment

Navigating the Discomfort of Saying "No" to Food

If you often find yourself eating past the point of comfortable fullness, today's blog post is your guide to managing the discomfort that arises when you decide to put the brakes on, even when there's still food on your plate or that tempting cookie stack is calling your name for the 3rd time. Inside, discover some practical tips to navigate this important eating skill.

Mindset, Nutrition, Physique GoalsAlicia ConnorsNovember 13, 2023healthy eating, macros, paleo, relationship with food, mindful eating, intuitive eating, portion control, women's fat loss, physique goals, CrossFit, overeatingComment

UNintentional Weight Loss on Vacation and the Reasons WHY

Recapping our NYC honeymoon and a phenomenon that happens when some women travel: unintentional and unexpected weight loss and the less-obvious reasons behind why this happens.

Lifestyle, Physique GoalsAlicia ConnorsNovember 6, 2023travel, honeymoon, healthy travel, weight loss, dieting, body goals, physique goals, macros, intuitive eating, exercise on vacationComment

Is Macro Tracking the ONLY Solution for Body Goals?

Today, I'm going to talk about the ongoing buzz surrounding macro tracking. Its popularity seems to ebb and flow, though that might just be a quirk of my Instagram feed's algorithm.

Physique Goals, Nutrition, MindsetAlicia ConnorsNovember 6, 2023macro tracking, counting macros, calorie counting, calorie deficit, body goals, physique goals, dieting, mindful eating, healthy eating, intuitive eatingComment

Is "Eating Clean" Enough for Fat Loss?

Are you “eating clean” but not seeing positive physical results? Years ago, I struggled with this too. I was eating Paleo and working out super hard, but wondering why my body wasn’t responding in the way I wanted it to. Well, it might’ve been because I was completely ignoring the amount of food I was eating and even at times, binging on “clean foods” (almond butter anyone??) Listen, if you want to change your physique (and feel better), you do have to be mindful of the quality AND quantity of the foods you’re eating.