Primal Potential - The Anti-diet Solution To Mastering Fat Loss Naturally

Let's talk travel and weight loss today, okay? It's a busy season of travel for me and on today's show I want to share with you some of my most effective strategies for traveling without disregarding my goals. In fact, these travel strategies help me make progress towards my goals no matter where I am! If you have travel coming up and you're feeling anxious about it, I totally understand and I hope you'll listen to this episode in full! http://primalpotential.com/177-travel-and-weight-loss/ Travel and Weight Loss In today's episode I'm diving deep into several strategies that will help you transform your experience of travel and boost your confidence that you can lose weight no matter where you are or what is going on around you. CREATE STRUCTURE Yes, there's a lot you can't control when you're on the road and away from your normal surroundings. However, that doesn't mean you need to surrender all your control. What elements of your normal routine can you maintain? Personally, I maintain my morning routine wh

I just returned from speaking on Jimmy Moore's Low Carb Cruise about overcoming emotional eating & self-limiting beliefs. I shared with his audience that all the strategies in the world won't help if you don't get out of your own way & do the work consistently. Though I think strategy matters, most people fail to implement because of their mindset & beliefs, not because of the nuts & bolts of "how" to lose weight. In today's podcast, I'm going to share with you the presentation I gave on the Low Carb Cruise about strategies to help you avoid self-sabotage & accelerate progress towards your goals. http://primalpotential.com/176-avoid-self-sabotage 3 Strategies To Avoid Self-Sabotage There are 3 primary barriers to progress that I talk about in today's episode: self-doubt stress & worry fear (fear of missing out, fear of failure, fear of success) To overcome these barriers and avoid self-sabotage, you need to make sure to: Avoid self-limiting beliefs Don't let your motivation escape

In today's episode we're breaking down some recent research about rebound weight gain & the impact of rapid weight loss on hormones & metabolism, courtesy of the popular television show, The Biggest Loser. This article has spread like wildfire, summarizing a study that followed 14 former Biggest Loser contestants over 6 years, documenting their weight gain & metabolic/hormonal challenges. Many people read this article and panicked, which is why I'm doing this episode. They feel like the article suggests that weight loss is hopeless and your body will fight back to get to it's original weight. They feel like the article suggests you can't lose weight without wrecking your metabolism. That's just not true. Take a listen to the full episode to get the facts without the media hype!   http://primalpotential.com/biggest-loser/

Let's talk hunger, shall we? It's one of those things that for some unknown reason, we kinda fear. Not anymore. Not after today. Today is all about hacking hunger and improving your response to hunger to increase your peace of mind and accelerate your results. Have you ever felt like you need to keep snacks around "just in case" you get hungry? Have you ever told yourself that you can't get too hungry or you'll go off the rails? I know I have! In today's episode we're talking about improving our response to hunger so we can understand it & embrace it without panicking or reactive decision making. http://primalpotential.com/174-hacking-hunger-5-ways-to-improve-your-response/

Today I've got another motivational minisode for you! It's time to take it to the next level. We need to get out of our way, we need to stop making excuses, stop looking for exceptions, stop focusing on all the mistakes and missed opportunities in the past. What would happen if you brought your level 10 effort to each day for the next 30 days? Where would be? What would you achieve? How much momentum would you create? It's a great thought, right? So do it. Start now. There's no need for more waiting or wishing. Need a kick in the pants? Listen to today's episode! http://primalpotential.com/173-take-it-to-the-next-level/

The vast majority of conversations about weight loss are about diet & exercise. I get it. Makes sense. But here's the problem: the real problem, for most people, isn't about food. It's not. I know, I didn't believe it either, for most of my life. Doesn't make it not true. In today's episode I'm explaining that most people overeat, binge or lack moderation & self-control because of some other issue not related to food. Overeating & weight gain are merely symptoms of a different problem. We keep eating because the food doesn't meet the true need we have. Please, don't miss today's episode. http://primalpotential.com/172-people-arent-saying-weight-loss

When trying to lose weight, most people focus on just that – weight. The number on the scale. Not only do I think tends to backfire for most people, it’s also an accurate representation of what we’re really after (fat loss) and it often prevents us from focusing on all the other wins – non scale victories we have every day and typically overlook. In today’s episode I’ll certainly share my thoughts on effective and ineffective ways to measure fat loss and overall progress, but I want to focus on non scale victories. We’ll talk about which, if any, you should begin to measure (and how) as well as the tremendous benefit they have in your journey. Here’s my 10,000 ft view of non-scale victories: they are one of the most powerful ways to overcome all-or-nothing thinking. You definitely want to listen to this episode if you struggle with the scale or with all-or-nothing thinking about weight loss. http://primalpotential.com/171-non-scale-victories-you-should-measure/ Non Scale Victories You Should Measure When we

Months ago I shared a quiz to help people identify whether or not they are "carbohydrate sensitive". The vast majority of people are. Fortunately, you can absolutely, positively improve your carbohydrate tolerance. You are probably carb sensitive if you're one of those people who feels like you gain weight at the mere sight of carbs. Or if you struggle with cravings & weight loss seems SO hard. Many people feel like being carb intolerant or highly carb sensitive is just their lot in life but it doesn't have to be. In today's episode I will introduce you to 3 specific strategies you can begin to implement today to improve your carbohydrate tolerance. When you improve your carbohydrate tolerance, fat loss becomes easier, energy increases, cravings decrease, health improves and so much more! http://primalpotential.com/170-improve-your-carbohydrate-tolerance/ 3 Ways To Improve Your Carbohydrate Tolerance In today's episode I'm taking a deep dive into food, exercise & lifestyle strategies that will improve

Today is a minisode to help you shift from a focus on all the things beyond your control to all the things squarely within your control. We're talking about the difference between having an internal locus of control & an external locus of control. Essentially, when we focus on things we don't control like the actions of our family or the things we've done in the past, we automatically feel less in control of our choices and more frustrated. When we acknowledge all those things beyond our control but redirect our focus to all that is within our control, we accelerate our progress while dramatically improving our attitude & confidence. There is ALWAYS something within your control. In today's minisode I'll show you how to redirect some of the most common frustrations to an effective & simple internal locus of control. http://primalpotential.com/169-internal-locus-of-control-and-weight-loss

I talk on almost every episode about how important it is to write down what you eat & how it makes you feel. It's not at all about calorie or macro counting but bringing mindfulness to your food choices & your body. There are no more excuses! I've created a free food journal food you & we are going to kick off a 31-day journaling challenge for the month of May! That's right. I'll give you a free food journal and you'll commit to writing down everything you eat and how it makes you feel for 31 days. Deal? Not sold yet? That's ok. In today's episode I'm talking about the objections to journaling and the primary benefits (which might change your mind!) To get your free food journal, click the link below or (if you're in the US) text the word tracking to the number 33-444 http://primalpotential.com/168-free-food-journal

After a recent episode on the stress response triggered by caffeine, I received a number of emails about cortisol, adrenal fatigue and if the stress in our lives contributes to weight gain or trouble losing weight. Today we're going to answer the questions. The short answer is this: Yes, the stress you create is keeping you fat and much of the stress we experience is stress we manufacture. We'll talk about adrenal fatigue, chronic stress & what you can do about it. http://primalpotential.com/167-stress-create-keeping-fat/ Your Stress Response We need to have a better understanding of what triggers a stress response. We tend to think about stress as emotional stress but it's far more than that. Much of the stress in our lives is stress we manufacture: Getting worked up over traffic or misplacing our keys Creating anxiety over future worries that may or may not ever pose an issue Fixating on past challenges or regrets Over-extending ourselves Not getting enough sleep Eating foods which trigger our stress r

It's our 3rd Primal Potential book club episode! Today I'll be sharing the incredible lessons I've learned from the book The Power of Concentration by Theron Q. Dumont. Sure, it's a book about concentration, not a book about health or fat loss, but I'm telling you right now: if you harness the power of concentration for weight loss, you will dramatically improve your results. A couple episodes ago I talked about a clip from the movie "Any Given Sunday" and how Al Pacino (the coach) shares with the team that games are won & lost by inches and the inches we need are all around us. http://primalpotential.com/166-power-of-concentration-for-weight-loss/ The same is true in behavior change, fat loss and health. The inches we need are all around us and the power of concentration gives us many of those inches we need. Listen to the full episode to learn how we can apply the power of concentration to all our weight loss, health, fitness and personal goals.   The Power of Concentration for Weight Loss The Power of

You might not believe me, but I'm telling the truth when I say that there is an undeniable (and very powerful) link between your body language and weight loss. There is. I hope you'll be open minded enough to listen to today's episode in its entirety to see what I mean, why & how you can capitalize on this. Not only does our body language influence how we feel, but it influences our hormones. For real. In this episode I will share the link between body language, weight loss and our hormone production. Specific power poses can actually reduce stress hormones in as little as two minutes! http://primalpotential.com/165-body-language-and-weight-loss

I get a lot of questions about nuts. Everything from, "Are nuts healthy?" to "How can I stop overeating nuts?" Let's tackle these questions and everything in between! There is no black & white answer on the nut issue. In today's episode, as we explore the question, "Are nuts healthy?", I want to show you how to find the right answer for you & adjust your strategy based on your needs, not on universal all-or-nothing statements about nuts. I will show the types of things you need to consider such as: What is your goal? How often are you consuming nuts and in what quantity? What type of nuts are you consuming? Is inflammation a problem for you? Is nutrient deficiency a problem for you? How many omega-3 fatty acids do you consume on a regular basis? What other regular sources of omega-6 fatty acids do you consume? Are nuts a trigger for you or are you able to moderate your consumption? Don't miss the whole episode for the facts about nuts and their impact on your health & fat loss.   http://primalpo

This is definitely an "Elizabeth uncensored" episode! When it comes to weight loss, the most important thing you need to lose is your negative attitude. Seriously. When you argue for your limitations you get to keep them and the majority of people spend more time arguing for why they can't change than for why they can & will. They'll be right every single time. There's not much in the way of show notes for this one because the truth is: you need to listen. The single most high-impact change you can make in your life is to change your attitude & your perspective and it's time to change both. In the episode I talk about Breaking Barriers and believe this is a powerful tool to help you in this quest. Of course, if you have questions after listening to the episode, send me an email. http://primalpotential.com/163-negative-attitude/

  If you are a regular listener to the podcast, you know I am a huge coffee fan. It's true. I drink a lot of coffee and I drink it every single day. But here's the reality: coffee might be holding you back. Less coffee might actually help you lose weight. It's true - and what I want to do in today's episode is help you find what is true for you: does coffee make you gain weight? is coffee helping your weight loss efforts? would you be better off with less coffee? are you ok right where you're at? how can you minimize the negative effects of caffeine? We'll talk about the impacts of coffee & caffeine on your hormones, how to know if you're having too much and simple changes you can make to enjoy your coffee without compromising your weight loss goals. I've also linked to some super helpful resources below including one of my favorite coffees, a high-quality water filter and some books about understanding the impact of things like coffee on your hormones. http://primalpotential.com/162-does-coffee-make-yo

I hope you enjoyed this Fat to Fit miniseries as much as I did! Today I'll be tackling a few of the most common questions I've received about these nutrition, mindset and fitness episodes. Before you dive into today's episode, please check out parts 1, 2 and 3. The listener Q&A won't make too much sense if you haven't heard these episodes. Fat to Fit Part 1 - Nutrition Fat to Fit Part 2 - Mindset Fat to Fit Part 3 - Fitness http://primalpotential.com/161-fat-fit-part-4-listener-qa       Fat to Fit Part 4: Listener Q&A In today's episode I'm tacking some hugely important questions. Listen to the entire episode to hear me answer: If eating puts me in storage mode, does that mean that I'm automatically in fat storage mode after eating? What about the opposite? If I'm in a fasted state, does that mean I'm in fat burning mode? What is your take on fat loss nutrition strategies like ketosis, intermittent fasting or carb cycling? How do I know if these are effective strategies for me? I understand that fat

  Okay folks, today is the final episode of the Fat to Fit series before our wrap-up Q&A episode. Before you dive into today's episode, please check out parts 1 and 2: Fat to Fit Part 1 - Nutrition Fat to Fit Part 2 - Mindset Today we're looking at fitness for fat loss & 3 pillars of efficient, effective fat loss workouts. I also talk about who SHOULD be incorporating fitness into their fat loss efforts and who shouldn't. Yup, there are certain people who I don't think should be adding fitness into their routine. I've also put together a series of workouts you can do at home with little (or no) equipment as well as some inexpensive basics you can have at home to make dozens of workouts possible! You can get them for FREE by clicking below. http://primalpotential.com/160-fat-to-fit-fitness/ Fat to Fit Part 3: Fitness In today's episode I'm breaking down the 4 primary mistakes I see people making when it comes to the way they approach fitness for fat loss. I go into detail with my thoughts on: guilt &a

Ready for part 2 of our Fat to Fit series? If you missed part 1, which was all about fear and nutrition, you can listen to that episode here. Today we're diving into mindset. I believe very strongly that fat loss is achieved (or not) only when you conquer the battlefield of your mind. Unfortunately, most of us spend the majority of our time & energy on trying to white-knuckle changes to our diets or fitness routine. We'd make progress faster if we spent the time understanding & tearing down the barriers between what we want to do & what we actually do in moments of temptation or emotion. I also shared that between now and the end of April (2016), I'll be sharing a daily question or mantra on Facebook & Instagram to help you implement these mindset strategies at critical points of decision. You'll absolutely want to listen to this episode if you struggle with: Negativity Excuses Frustration Disadvantages (barriers to change or success) Inconsistency http://primalpotential.com/159-fat-to-fit-m

I'm excited! We're kicking off a new series today! It's called Fat to Fit and I'll be helping you move from wherever you currently are to further along the spectrum towards your goals. This Fat to Fit series is all about sustainable progress. In part one we're tackling nutrition and looking at the kinds of small, achievable changes you can make to improve your nutrition in a way that leads to more fat loss. In parts 2 & 3 we'll tackle improvements in mindset & fitness but, for today, we're focusing on food. You likely fall into one of these categories: You know what to do but you aren't doing itYou're confused about food & fat loss and aren't sure what changes to make or howYou feel like you're doing what you need to do but you aren't seeing results.Today's episode will provide strategies and suggestions for all three. Before we dive into today's episode, I want to acknowledge that improving your food choices for fat loss can be really tough if you don't know what to eat or you're bored with food.