Weighing into Reality

SN3EP9: Christine was able to achieve natural weight loss through a spiritual transformation

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 11 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Christine shares how she was successful with weight loss in the past, but it didn’t come naturally until she experienced a mindset shift. This shift also opened her up to the spiritual practice of sound healing, which she now shares with others to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Christine emphasizes that transformation can be a natural process when you lean into your true self and choose positivity and love.

Find Christine Here:

Website: Choose Love and Light

Instagram: @chooselovelight

Facebook: @chooselovelight

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

SN3EP8: Jessica was able to heal her relationship with food through the discovery of intuitive eating

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jessica Jamison shares about her struggles with body image and disordered eating. After becoming a licensed therapist and working as a personal trainer she began to peel back the layers of her unhealthy relationship with food and exercise. Through this realization she was able to begin recovering and finding her path to initiative eating and now helps others on their journeys to food freedom.

Find Jessica Here:

Website: https://revolutionhc.com/

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

Dumbbells & Donuts FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dumbbellsanddonuts/

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

SN3EP7: Libby shares how she broke the diet culture cycle and found food freedom

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Libby Supan shares about her struggles with a binge and restrict eating disorder which she suffered with beginning in high school and throughout college, and how diet culture played a big role in her insecurities. It wasn’t until she reached out for help that she was able to break the cycle and now she is a therapist who helps others on the path to intuitive eating and food freedom.

Find Libby Here:

Website: https://www.libbysupan.com/

Instagram: @foodfreedomwithlibby

Free training: https://foodfreedomwithlibby.com/register-ig

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

SN3EP6: Eric went through many transformations throughout his life but wasn't able to make a mindset shift until he discovered the power of stoicism & journaling

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Eric shares his journey from a chaotic childhood marked by homelessness and instability to a structured life in the military and law school. He discusses the challenges he faced with weight gain and self-discipline after leaving the military but how a pivotal moment led him to embrace journaling as a tool for transformation. He now emphasizes the importance of self-accountability and the role of community support in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Find Eric Here:

Facebook: Eric Ruth

Instagram: @thehonestyexperiment

Website: www.thehonestyexperiment.com

Podcast: The Honesty Experiment

YouTube: @TheHonestyExperiment

Blog: The Honesty Experiment

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

SN3EP5: "The Bomb Mom" Melissa Vogel shares how an identity transformation leveled up her life in every way

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Melissa Vogel talks about her early exposure to the fitness world and how it has always been a part of her life but after having her third child went through an identity crisis of sorts when her old habits were not producing the same results. She needed to let go of her old, outdated beliefs in order to find the success she was looking for. And did she ever, she took this mindset shift to all aspects of her life and now shares what she learned to help other women on their journey.

Find Melissa Here:

Website: https://melissavogelfitness.com/

Instagram: @itsmelissavogel

Podcast IG: @bombmompodcast

Facebook: @melissavogelfitness

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/itsmelissavogelvip

Podcast: Bomb Mom

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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S3E4: Ana shares about how she was able to lose weight through diet and exercise but always hit a wall, until she found the help of a GLP1 medication

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Ana Reisdorf shares about her struggles with yo-yo dieting and how she was able to lose weight through diet and exercise but always seemed to hit a wall. As a dietician she was challenged with balancing professional knowledge with personal struggles but with the help of a GLP1 medication she has been able to get down to a comfortable weight and now has a more positive mindset around her body image. Now she runs a community for other GLP1 users to cut through the disinformation and provide support.

Find Ana Here:

GLP-1 Website: www.glp-1hub.com

Instagram: @glp1hub

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2307710592948235

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN3EP3: Azul shares how she overcame struggles with body image, extreme dieting, and binge eating with the help of self-compassion

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Azul shares about her struggles with body image, extreme dieting, and binge eating disorder. She reflects on the mental health challenges that she faced throughout her health and fitness journey and how learning the psychology behind her eating habits was a turning point for her. Now she recognizes that self-compassion is one of the most important aspects to building a healthier relationship with food.

Find Azul Here:

Website: www.azulcorawellness.com

Instagram: @azulcorajoria

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN3EP2: Belinda tried everything to counteract her perimenopause weight gain and was successful when she shifted from a weight loss to a fat loss mindset

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Is this episode, Belinda shares how she lived a generally healthy life until she hit perimenopause and nothing she did was working to counteract her weight gain. After doing some research she started implementing a new regimen which included a higher protein gluten free diet and more intense weight training. She also shifted her mindset from weight loss to fat loss and stopped worrying about the number on the scale and she was able to see noticeable results within weeks!

Find Belinda Here:

Website: www.losethefat2025.com

YouTube: @3rdquarterliving

Facebook: @belinda.mays

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN3EP1: Art was able to reverse his type 2 diabetes and kidney failure with the help of a sugar detox and lifestyle change

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Is this episode, Art Clark shares how his sugar addiction led him to develop type 2 diabetes and kidney failure. This diagnosis was the turning point for his health journey and when he decided to take matters into his own hands. After doing some research he started a sugar detox which was the first step of his weight and health transformation. Art now has a new lease on life and has been able to get back into old hobbies and help others achieve the same success.

Find Art Here:

Facebook: ArthurMClark3

Coaching: www.healthcoachart.com

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Follow up with Harvey after completing the 75 Hard Challenge

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this bonus episode I follow up with Harvey Erwin after he completed the 75 Hard Challenge in October. We chat about the highs and lows and his recommended approach if you're considering the challenge!

These are the official rules:

Follow a chosen diet (no cheat meals or alcohol)

Complete 2- 45-minute workouts a day (one must be outdoors)

Drink a gallon of water a day

Read 10 pages of a non-fiction book

Take a daily progress photo

Find Harvey Here:

IG: @harvey_a_erwin

Facebook: Harvey Erwin

Linkedin: Harvey Erwin

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SN2EP12: Tammy lost 100lbs+ with the help of bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications and now wants to end the stigma surrounding these weight loss options

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Is this episode, Tammy St. Germain shares how eating habits from her childhood influenced her into adulthood and how she faced her biggest challenges during and after pregnancy. After struggling with health issues this led her to consider weight loss surgery which played a pivotal role in her transformation, along with the help of a GLP-1 medication. For success, she emphasizes the importance of finding the right program, community support, and self-reflection.

Find Tammy Here:

IG: @mom_is_gonna_lose_it

Facebook: Tammy St Germain

Journal: Lighten Up Your Journey

Zappy Health: Affiliate Program | Affordable Weight Loss Solutions

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP11: After learning the science behind how the body processes food, Dr. Shay Marshall made a switch to only whole natural foods and was able to achieve significant improvements in both her physical and mental health

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode Dr. Shay Marshall shares her journey of struggling with health and weight issues to discovering the power of natural foods and a proactive approach to wellness. The realization about her unhealthy lifestyle came when she started to learn the science behind how the body processes nutrition. By making a switch to only whole natural foods she was able to achieve significant results with improvements in both her physical and mental health. Her advice is to keep it simple and practice self-love to achieve sustainable results.

Find Shay Here:

Website: @Eat2GrowRich

IG: @Eat2GrowRich

Facebook: @Eat2GrowRich

YouTube: @Eat2GrowRich

Amazon Links for Books:

The 3F Effect: Lose Weight Quickly with Fruit, Fitness, & Fasting -

https://shorturl.at/12l1y

Flush the Junk: A comprehensive Guide to Enemas & Detoxification-

https://shorturl.at/C5JNW

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP10: Harvey credits his 100lb+ weight loss transformation to having the right mindset, staying accountable, and surrounding yourself with the right people

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode Harvey Erwin talks about how he grew up in a small town in Oklahoma and started developing unhealthy eating habits as a teenager. These habits followed him into adulthood which led to a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis but this still wasn’t enough to trigger a change. It wasn’t until he saw a picture of himself on vacation that he knew he had enough. He started making little changes which led to a big 100lb weight loss in less than a year! Now he’s taken on the 75 Hard challenge to build discipline and mental toughness.

Find Harvey Here:

IG: @harvey_a_erwin

Facebook: Harvey Erwin

Linkedin: Harvey Erwin

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP9: Casey spent years trying to break the cycle of restrictive and binge eating until she discovered a holistic approach and the power of intuitive eating

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode Casey Weiss shares about how she began to question her body image in high school which started a cycle of restrictive eating. This cycle led her to create an unhealthy relationship with food that actually caused her to gain weight. It wasn’t until she discovered the power of intuitive eating from a holistic practitioner that she was able to heal her relationship with food and her body. Now she focuses on her overall health and well-being rather than just weight loss.

Find Casey Here:

IG: @yourcaseforwellness

FB: Casey Weiss

Coaching: Your Case for Wellness

YouTube: Your Case for Wellness

LinkedIn: Casey Weiss

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP8: Jon’s life started out on a difficult path and snowballed until he learned to overcome the trauma’s of his past through forgiveness and self-compassion

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode Jon McLernon takes me all the way back to his premature birth and how that started his life on a difficult path. He shares his unique life experiences of traveling the world and surviving a near death incident while living in South Africa. To cope with the trauma of his past Jon looked to food for comfort and was not able to overcome these challenges until he learned forgiveness and self-compassion. Once equipped with the right tools and a healthier mindset Jon was able to transform his life and lose 100lbs!

Find Jon Here:

IG: @freedomnutritioncoaching

FB: @coachjonm

Coaching: Freedom Nutrition Coaching

Podcast: Between the Before & After

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP7: Joe spent much of life struggling with addiction and weight issues until he found the tool of therapy which played a crucial role in his sobriety and weight loss transformation

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Joe Johnson shares his story of growing up in a chaotic environment which led him to struggle with substance abuse and weight issues. After years of spinning the tires on getting healthy, he finally decided to seek therapy which played a crucial role in his transformation. Once he got sober, he focused his energy on getting healthy and, with the help of a coach, was able to lose 100lbs and counting!

Find Joe here:

IG: @mightyjoemt

FB: @mightyjoemt

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP6: How Adam aka “Puffy” got Buffy and lost 150lbs

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Adam Gould aka “Puffy”, shares about his struggles with weight starting at a young age and how he developed an eating disorder which limited his diet. After reaching a breaking point, he finally decided to make a change by eating in a caloric deficit and exercising. After hitting a plateau, he sought the help of a coach and was ultimately able to lose 150lbs. He emphasizes that quick fix solutions will not create long term success and the importance of adopting a sustainable approach.

*this episode contains explicit language*

Find Puffy Here:

IG: @PuffygotBuffy

Website: Puffy got Buffy

YouTube: @PuffyGotBuffy

Facebook: @PuffygotBuffy

TikTok: @PuffygotBuffy

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP5: Tara always has a negative, self-sabotaging mindset until she came to a breaking point which made her realize that self-love was the key to change

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Tara shares her journey of self-discovery beginning with her struggles with weight and a cancer diagnosis. She opens up about her negative, self-sabotage mindset and the impact it had on her role as a mom. The turning point came before her third suicide attempt, when she realized the importance of self-love and made a commitment to change. Through research, seeking advice from others, and implementing healthier habits Tara was able to lose 220lbs! She discusses the importance of taking ownership and the power of self-reflection for being successful. Tara now has her own coaching business and podcast which focuses on empowering women to confidently choose the life they want.

Find Tara here:

IG: @tarawiskow

FB: @BeTheChangeYouNeedToday

Podcast: Be The Change You Need

Newsletter: https://tarawiskow.ck.page/e34c08ef49

Free Gift Link: Conquer Self-Doubt to Take Action and Transform

Your Body, Mind, and Life! Guide: https://tarawiskow.ck.page/570d7e2e7d

Core Offer Link: https://tara-wiskow.com/coaching

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP4: Ronda was a serial dieter until she came to realize that she needed to make a lifestyle change, and by focusing on real, whole foods she was able to lose 120lbs in a year

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Ronda Brightwell Kremske shares how her weight loss journey began as a child and started her first diet at age 12. Over the years, she became a serial dieter, constantly yo-yoing around but never able to keep the weight off. That is until she came to realize that she needed to make a lifestyle change and focus on eating real, whole foods. This diet and mindset change led her to lose 120lbs in 1 year and maintain her loss for over 4 years. She emphasizes the importance of making small, consistent changes and finding joy in the journey.

Find Ronda Here:

Facebook: @ronda.kremske

Facebook Group: Beyond Keto

Website: Real Health Resolutions

Real Health Resolutions Program: Video

Cookbook: Beyond Keto and on to Real Health

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP3: Bada$$ Melissa shares her journey of sobriety, weight loss, & finding herself again after discovering she needed to make some serious behavioral changes to save her health

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Melissa McGovern shares her journey of becoming alcohol free. This led to a 30lbs weight loss, improved cholesterol and blood pressure, and reversed her pre-diabetic condition. She emphasizes the importance of self care, self worth, and listening to that voice in your head that’s telling you to take the first step towards change. She is now on the road to becoming an alcohol free coach herself and hopes to inspire others on their journeys.

Find Melissa Here:

IG: @thesobernewyorker

Website: The Sober New Yorker

Podcast: The Sober New Yorker

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP2: Jordanna always had a negative relationship with food but after addressing the underlying emotional issues she was able to lose 50lbs

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jordanna Nativ shares how she struggled with weight and body image issues from childhood and developed a negative relationship with food. After reaching her heaviest weight, she decided to seek the help of a coach and was able to learn about nutrition, exercise, and the importance of addressing the underlying emotional issues related to food. Inspired by her own transformation she became a coach herself and now helps others on their weight loss journeys.

Find Jordanna here:

IG: @jordannanativ

FB: @Coach Jordanna

Coaching: https://coachjordanna.ca/

Linkedin: Jordanna Nativ

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN2EP1: After discovering he had high cholesterol Blaqamore knew he needed to make a change and lost 60lbs in 60 days after adopting a plant-based diet

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Blaqamore Hampton shares how he didn’t pay much attention to his weight until he discovered he had high cholesterol at a young age. After witnessing young people around him dying due to their health, he knew it was time for a change. He adopted a plant based diet and initially lost 60lbs in 60 days and more as he continued the journey. He has now been maintaining his loss for almost 7 years and emphasizes the importance of a healthy mindset for long term success.

Find Blaqamore here:

IG:@blaqamore

FB: @BlaqamoreHampton

Coaching: Inquiry

YouTube: @blaqamore

TikTok: @blaqamore

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Coach Lexi Weighing in on the Importance of Movement During Pregnancy

Melissa Ramsdell — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this bonus episode, Lexi, momma of 4 & fitness enthusiast, shares her insights on the importance of staying active during pregnancy. She talks about her personal experience and offers tips for safely exercising and maintaining motivation during and after pregnancy. Most importantly, she emphasizes the importance of listening to your body, finding activities you enjoy, and giving yourself grace throughout the journey.

Find Lexi here: @lexitenn

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Coach Vanessa Weighing in on the Benefits of Having a Trainer for your Weight Loss Journey

Melissa Ramsdell — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this bonus episode, Vanessa, a coach at Orangetheory and an online health and fitness business owner, shares her insights on the importance of having a trainer to reach your weight loss goals. She explains the process for finding and working with a trainer including the intake, planning, goal setting, and check ins. She emphasizes the importance of managing your expectations, being honest with yourself, and focusing on the basics to be successful.

Find Vanessa here: @fit.ness_goalss

Orangetheory IG: @otf_appleton

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SN1EP10: Host Melissa's journey of weight loss, becoming alcohol free, & navigating a total hip replacement at 31

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500

In this solo episode I talk about my childhood and how weight wasn't an issue for me until I got to college and moved away from home for the first time. I hit my breaking point after a weigh-in at a doctors appointment and decided to reach out for help. I was fortunate to find a community and program that I loved with Weight Watchers and was able to lose 60lbs within a year. I also discuss some of the struggles I've faced in maintenance with alcohol and a hip replacement.

You can find my personal page here: @mam_i_am1

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP9: Keshi shares about being overweight as a child and how she was able to lose 60lbs by reaching out for help

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I had the pleasure of hosting Keshi Moonian who shares about her childhood experiences growing up in Mauritius and always being the overweight kid. We discuss the challenges she faced with dieting at a young age and how reaching out for help when she hit her breaking point helped her find success on her 60lb weight loss journey. Now in her maintenance phase, she emphasizes the importance of having support and accountability throughout the process.

Find Keshi here:

IG: @keshi_fit

FB: keshi.moonian

Coaching: Keshi Fit Coaching

YouTube: @KeshisCorner

Podcast: Mindset and Muscle

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP8: Sofie’s journey of breaking societal standards by becoming fit at 40 & beyond

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I got to host Sofie Kolitsas. Sofie began to struggle with her weight later in life after having children and eventually accepting society’s standards of women over 40. After coming to a literal fork in the road, she decided to empower herself about diet and exercise and transform her life at 46.

Find Sofie here:

IG: @sofit_nutrition_coach

FB: @sofie.christidiskolitsas

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP7: Shawn's Journey from Childhood Obesity to Personal Transformation

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I had the pleasure of hosting Shawn Rivers. Shawn struggled with obesity as a child, but started making changes in high school that would eventually transform him into an online health and fitness coach. We discuss his struggles with self-confidence and unawareness around food portions. Little by little, he was able to make big changes within himself. He talks, in depth, about the importance of mindset, consistency, taking ownership, and visualizing the future for success.

Find Shawn here:

IG: @growthbyshawn

FB: @growthbyshawn

Tik Tok: @growthbyshawn

YouTube: @growthbyshawn

Podcast: Growth by Shawn

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP6: After facing much adversity in her life, including an MS diagnosis Jacquelynn took her health into her own hands & embarked on a 68lb weight loss journey

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I had the pleasure of hosting Jaquelynn Wolfheart who has an inspiring and unique story of adversity and perseverance. I do want to give everyone a heads up that she touches on topics of sexual and physical child abuse so be aware if that's a trigger for you. We were also having such a great conversation that we veered off on a few topics, so I tried to clip everything together chronologically for listening purposes and apologize if it jumps around a bit. We also touch on my hip replacement story which I’ll share more in my solo episode coming in a few weeks.

In this episode, Jacquelynn discusses how food became a coping mechanism for the challenges of her childhood and how those habits followed her into adulthood. In her 20s, she worked for the band Linkin Park on tour and this caused her weight to yo-yo as she struggled to find a healthy routine. Just when she thought things were about to settle down in her life, she was diagnosed with MS. Despite that, with the right diet and fitness routine she was able to lose 68lbs. and manage her symptoms.

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP5: Cindy's 50lb weight loss journey through macros & weight training

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I got to host Cindy Claes who has an infectious love for life which you’ll be able to hear throughout the episode. She grew up in Belgium where her family experienced financial difficulties and moved around a lot. After completing her masters, she knew her real passion was for hip hop dance and made the life changing decision to pursue it as a career. This love for dance would begin to fade in her 30s when she experienced a health crisis that caused her weight gain and lack of energy. Once empowered by knowledge about her diet and exercise she found her spark again after losing 50lbs.

Where to find Cindy:

Podcast: The Loud Whisper Takeover

IG: @cindy_claes

Website: https://cindyclaes.pro

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP4: Olivier’s journey to a disease-free life & 77lb weight loss after implementing a plant based lifestyle

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I am joined by Olivier Mankondo who shares his journey from growing up in the Congo to settling in the UK and how this change caused him to gain weight and experience chronic disease. After watching a program by an Indian Yogi, he adopted a plant-based lifestyle and never looked back. This change helped him overcome those chronic diseases, lose weight, and improve his overall well-being. Olivier’s advice to others is to start small and gradually incorporate healthier habits and not let criticism from others deter you from your goals.

How to find Olivier:

Free gift “ 7 tips to lose weight”

https://oliviermankondo.com/opt-in

My Book: ”The plant-based nutrition: how it’s going to change your life”

https://oliviermankondo.com/my-book-funnel-ebook-sales-page

Book your free weight loss & wellness discovery call

https://tidycal.com/oliviermankondo/discovery-call

Website

https://oliviermankondo.com

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP3: Stacy's journey to happiness & health after a 100lb weight loss with the help of a GLP1 medication

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 26 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week’s episode was my first in person recording with a good friend of mine Stacy Porter. We talk about her personal struggles around weight and how that contributed to the many health conditions she’s experienced. After a wakeup call at a doctor’s appointment, she decided to to give it one more shot and not let any excuses hold her back. She was finally able to find a path that led to a substantial weight loss with a GLP1 medication, and this inspired her to incorporate other healthy habits into her life.

Where to find Stacy:

FB: @stacy.hetzelporter

IG: @stacyleeporter

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP2: How Sean's Sobriety Unlocked a 100lb Weight Loss Transformation

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 19 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I got the opportunity to sit down with Sean Robinson, who grew up in a small community in Eastern Ontario where alcohol was a staple at social gatherings. This atmosphere developed a habit of overeating and lack of confidence in physical fitness. As he got older, his weight continued to increase until he finally reached a breaking point and knew it was time to make a change. The first step was taking a break from drinking, which opened the door to incorporating healthier habits and ultimately leading to a 100lb weight loss! He has written a book about his experience kicking the alcohol and now stays on track by setting attainable goals & celebrating every victory.

How to find Sean:

Website: https://seanrobinson.ca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086376760527

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/going.dry/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goingdry/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goingdry

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-robinson-161723a9/

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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SN1EP1: Dustin’s journey to becoming Half the Human, Twice the Man through his 170lb weight loss after discovering he had Hashimoto's disease

Melissa Ramsdell — Sun, 12 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dustin Morby who talks about how his unhealthy lifestyle contributed to his weight gain and how a chance encounter with a stranger sparked the change he needed to make. After discovering he had Hashimoto's disease, he cut gluten and caffeine out of his diet and was able to lose 170lbs! His weight loss opened many doors that would not have otherwise been possible including living the van life and hitchhiking around the country. He emphasizes the importance of finding what works for you and staying committed to your goals by getting to the root cause of your vices and finding a supportive community. He now focuses on mentoring men and helping others on their healing journeys.

How to find Dustin:

IG: @halfthehumantwicetheman

Free Men's Community: TwiceTheMan.org

Personal Website: DustinMorby.com

Chief Heart Officer w/: SonzYouth.org

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Season 1 Trailer

Melissa Ramsdell — Tue, 07 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome to Weighing into Reality, the podcast where we have honest weight loss conversations with everyday people who have transformed their lives through health and fitness. Join me, your host Melissa, on this journey of discovering inspiring transformation stories from people just like us. Get ready for candid conversations inspired by the community I found on my own journey and the desire to create a space where anyone at any stage of their journey could tune in to hear relatable stories and find valuable insights.

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Music Cred: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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