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174: Why Your Weight Loss Journey Shouldn't Start with Weight Loss

Dish On Ditching Diets·Megan Olson·6 October 2026·25 min

About this episode

The goal isn't to create a temporary version of yourself who can lose weight. In this episode, Megan explains why lasting weight loss doesn't start with a calorie deficit. It starts with building a healthier lifestyle. The goal is to build a lifestyle you can actually live with so when the calorie deficit ends, your healthy habits don't. You'll learn: • Why you shouldn't start your weight loss journey with weight loss • The difference between losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle • Why a calorie deficit is a tool, not a lifestyle • The habits and skills you need to build before and during weight loss • Why losing weight doesn't automatically teach you how to maintain it • Why the goal isn't to become better at dieting, but to become someone who doesn't need to constantly diet Resources: Grab the 5 Steps To Lasting Weight Loss FREE CLASS for Women 35+ Schedule a Free Assessment Call Want me to answer your questions on my next Q&A episode? Drop your questions here!