Love To Live Healthy With Josephine&thea

This week we discuss a hot topic that is sometimes misunderstood- PORTION CONTROL.We dive into myths surrounding counting calories and carbs, why eating less is key, planning your meals and snacks, how to shrink your stomach, and more. What actually matters when it comes to portion control? And Jake’s experience on the plan!

This week we discuss a hot topic that is sometimes known as the elephant in the room, and everything you need to know.  We delve into the hot-button topic of weight loss shots. With the rise of these medications, many are questioning their effectiveness, safety, and ethics.  Are they a miracle solution for those struggling with weight loss, or do they come with hidden dangers? We'll explore both sides of the conversation!

This week, I welcome co-host Jake Fitzpatrick with special guest Gabby Forza, aka “THE GNOMIE” to share her remarkable comeback story as a pro-wrestler football player and strength coach after a traumatic car accident.Gabby discusses becoming the strongest version of herself, achieving her goals from a young age, not giving up, her recovery process, and her motivation to get through the hardest challenges.We thank Gabby for sharing her inspiring and beautiful story, and for coming on the show and we hope that it motivates listeners to not give up in the face of hardship. 

This week, I welcome co-host Jake Fitzpatrick for an important conversation on hacks and tips on going out to eat for Valentine’s Day and staying on program, and also tips for those of you vacationing!Jake and Josephine discuss the best tips and hacks on how to be prepared before going out to eat, what to do, what NOT to do, drinking, vacationing, exercising, cheat meals, and more.It is important to think about your game plan before your plans and vacation so that you can go into it with the best mindset.

Jake and Josephine discuss their own tips such as trying something new (new classes), meeting or bringing a friend to the gym, keeping your workout clothes in the car, starting your workout at home, showering before, mental tricks, and more!It is important to think about what is holding you back so you can fix it, and also mastering a strong mind so you have no excuses.We also discuss the benefits of walking, and why sitting for too long can be detrimental. LISTEN NOW TO HEAR ALL OF THE TIPS TO GET YOURSELF MOTIVATED!

In our second Love to Live Healthy episode on KJOY98.3, I welcome co-host Jake Fitzpatrick for an important conversation on short term goals that will help you reach your long term goals! Some topics that we discuss are knowing when you make a mistake, smaller portions, holding yourself accountable, pushing off getting started, self sabotaging, being consistent, and examples of some attainable small goals to help you reach your long term goals!We also discuss getting started on Josephine’s program and how to go into it with the best mindset.

In our premiere debut episode on KJOY98.3, I welcome co-host Jake Fitzpatrick for an important conversation on RESOLUTIONS! Did you know that in the first 3 weeks of January, most people have already given up on their resolutions?Let’s talk all or nothing mindset, habits, setting consistent goals, cheat meals, resistances, and the truth and mindset needed behind creating a healthy lifestyle.We also dive into the importance of having a strong mind when it comes to reaching your goals, and also the significance of not letting one slip up ruin your week, month or year.Jake and I also make our own resolution!

Lets talk about habits- and how to change them. How do our habits define us? How do you break your bad habits?Everyone decision you make matters. Base your life around good habits.

We have so much power over the changes we want to make, or changes that have happened.How do you respond and react to the things that occur in life?Look back at 2024. What progress did you make? What would you re do? What were you happy with? What were you not happy with?Be honest with yourself in 2025 with what you want.Learn from your mistakes.Reflecting is a powerful tool to help you grow immensely. So take some time and reflect on 2024 so you can be your best self in 2025.

For people struggling with weight loss, developing resilience can be the key to long term success and get you out of the all or nothing mindset, and empower you to face obstacles head on.Learn how the cheat day plays into building resilience, bouncing back after hiccups, developing a growth mindset, client examples of taking weak situations and learning from them, and more.Support is crucial when building resilience as well, and staying accountable. When you share your progress, it re-inforces your commitment to your own goals.Developing healthy coping tools is also essential.Building resilience through the holidays will help you navigate any obstacle.

In this episode we are talking about the importance of setting achievable and specific goals because it significantly helps with motivation and commitment. It is all mindset.  Do not let any distractions derail you. Setting realistic goals prevents the feelings of disappointment and frustration. You can enjoy and also celebrate small victories along the way.How do we set these realstic goals? What do you really want out of December? How do we stick to these goals? #weightlosspodcast #weightlosstips #weightlossresults #podcast  #weightlossprogram  #weightlossgoal #weightlosstip #weightlossguide #weightlossmotivation #weightlosstransformation #wellnesspodcast  #holidayseason #mindsetshift #bestpodcast #weightlossbeforeandafter #weightlossmotivation #positivemindset #weightlosscommunity #mindset #smallwins #positivethoughts #positivewords #positivity #positivevibes #positiveaffirmations #positivethinking #dailyaffirmations #goalsetting #goals  

In this episode we are talking about the beautiful power of practicing gratitude daily.With Thanksgiving approaching, gratitude is always in the air. But I want you to feel grateful every day, not just on Thanksgiving.These positive feelings of being appreciative are associated with mental and physical health benefits.Gratitude plays a role in a persons ability to regulate your own emotions and feelings.The more we can practice gratitude, the less likely we are to be depressed, anxious and lonely.If you turn your negative into gratefulness, it will lead to positive talk, and feeling great overall.How do we practice daily? With GRATEFUL MEDITATION. It only takes 5-10 minutes. Think and meditate only on the good things in your life.This type of reflection will increase your emotional wellbeing.

In this episode, we are talking about how the way we think about food, exercise and our bodies can significantly influence our choices and actions. We have multiple holidays and vacations coming up. How we think will really affect our actions.You are what you think- we hear it all the time.If you mentally believe you can do it, put your energy into it, and STICK TO YOUR PROGRAM, the results will follow.If you want to lose weight and reach a goal, you have to stay POSITIVE. Think about why you started.It is a simple process if you think about it. You are always in control of your outcome.

In this episode we are talking about mindful eating, mindful speaking, and the connection between words, goals and emotional eating.What is emotional hunger? How does it impact you? It is an overwhelming feeling developed in your brain directing you to cheat foods, that forces you to eat for a long time after you are physically full. You are not satisfied. It is where your mind takes over and you become almost like a robot. It blocks your mind from remembering your goals of weight loss.Affirmations, visualizations and mantras can direct your thoughts against opening up the pantry and fridge when you are not even hungry.These 3 techniques will help your weight loss, emotions and mentality GREATLY. Lets dive deep into these three impactful techniques.Head to innovationweightloss.com to our blog, for a full list of MANTRAS AND AFFIRMATIONS RELATED TO WEIGHT LOSS.When you learn how much the power of your words relates to mindfulness, your mindset will be so powerful.

For the Month of November, this is our focus.THE POWER OF YOUR WORDS - Transforming Thoughts for Weight Loss Success.How can words impact ourselves? Are you sabotaging yourself through your words?The words you speak become the house you live in.If you use positive language about yourself, it will impact you in a positive way and it will shape your reality.How are you using your language? Its important to understand the profound impact of words on our mindset, especially when it comes to our weight loss and overall health.Are you setting the stage for success?We can transform our thoughts and actions through choosing uplifting and inspiring language. Learn more about positive affirmations, positive language, and transforming your language in this podcast. 

Where we use our energy is so important.It is easy to get caught up in things that are not benefiting you our your goals, and using your energy for what is going on around you. Do not use your energy on the wrong people or in the wrong places.We only have so much energy in a day. When you learn to use your energy in the right way, it will change your life and your goals. This goes for weight loss, health, relationships, etc.TAKE A LOOK AT YOUR DAY AND WEEK AND THINK OF HOW MANY TIMES YOU WASTED YOUR ENERGY ON THINGS THAT STOLE YOUR TIME AWAY FROM THE THINGS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU.There is mental and spiritual energy- we need both in our lives to thrive and survive. I go over a few skills that will help you in your day and week. I also go over how I utilize my energy- I use it on my priorities, which helps me reach my goals every day and then my long term goals. We all need to have priorities to focus on. Are you putting yourself in a situation where you are using your energy negatively? We need to set boun

Think what you can accomplish if you start TODAY. Make resolutions now while the rest of the world is waiting to get started in January.September has an electric air. A fresh start. Everyone is back on schedule. So now is the perfect time for a fresh start while fall begins. Start with creating resolutions.How do you go about these resolutions?LISTEN NOW TO THE PODCAST EPISODE TO FIND OUT HOW WITH A STEP BY STEP GUIDE.I also share real clients “WHY”’- the reason they want to lose weight. I think it is extremely powerful to share these because it motivates you and there are so many reasons to fuel you.That is the most important part- the reasoning behind your journey.

In this podcast, I give you MULTIPLE options for the upcoming holiday weekend whether you want to lose or maintain.Utilizing the detoxes and fast in all new ways.AND my top recommendation for which method is best and also doable to feel great going into September.EVEN if you have plans for the weekend, you can utilize these methods and see which one you are able to do!Listen now!

The main takeaway of this week’s podcast is that the steps of all the SMALL WINS get you to the BIG GOALS. The best way to go about it is to set up small goals first.Your small wins are what brings you the biggest success.  The small wins matter more than you think . THE DAYS, WEEKS AND POUNDS LOST EACH WEEK ADD UP.When you see the texts with clients losing big numbers like 20, 30 pounds - guess what? They all started with small wins FIRST!With each accomplishment, you are working on your mind, and mental and physical health.Listen now to learn how to build on each day with another great day and be in the best possible mindset!

Summer days in August are a time where it’s harder to stay on track, but it’s doable and necessary because you want to go into September feeling good. The program WORKS when you follow it.Losing or maintaining are both successful, and clients are doing both and being mindful all Summer.Look at each week you have coming up and decide what you want out of it. Decide by what you have going on in terms of plans, etc and then make a plan of how you are going to move forward.THINK SMART, ACT SMARTER.Make the good days count. Be amazing on the days you can be- because each of these instances matter.At the end of August, we have to accept what we have done. Stay mindful and think before you act. You want to feel and look your best.