173. Small Tweaks to Restart Your Progress

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Feeling stuck in your weight loss journey? Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach, breaks down small, simple tweaks in nutrition, movement, and mindset that can help you push past a plateau—without an overhaul or another diet plan. These are real-life strategies designed to work with your body, your life, and your brain.

๐Ÿ”ฅ In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why plateaus are a normal part of the process—and not a sign that you’re failing
  • What Kara means by “going full coach mode” and how coaching differs from generic weight loss advice
  • How to use physical hunger cues (like the “whisper of hunger”) to avoid overeating
  • Smart, doable tweaks like:
    • Leaving two bites behind
    • Serving half your normal plate
    • Focusing on just one meal at a time
  • Why volume (not rules) helps you feel more satisfied and snack less
  • Movement ideas that feel good and count—even outside the gym
  • The importance of emotional regulation and how outdoor movement supports your hormones and mood
  • Mindset shifts that keep you moving forward, like:
    • Changing judgment into curiosity
    • Rewriting the inner dialogue that says “this isn’t working”
    • Celebrating everyday wins that fuel motivation

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Key Takeaways:

  • Start with one small tweak—not a full reset.
  • Eat at the whisper of hunger, not when you're starving.
  • Pause before finishing your plate to disrupt autopilot eating.
  • All movement counts—even housework, stretching, or walking to the mailbox.
  • Getting outside helps your body regulate stress, hunger, and mood.
  • Mindset isn’t fluff—it’s foundational. Change your thoughts to support your actions.
  • Wins are wins—no matter how small. They build the momentum that drives motivation.

๐Ÿ’ป Resources & Links Mentioned:

๐Ÿ‘‰ Free WebinarEverything Your Doctor Wants YOU to Know About Losing Weight
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๐ŸŽฏ Free Personalized Solutions Call
Want help applying these tweaks to your life? Talk to Kara one-on-one.
๐Ÿ“ž Book your free call: www.coachingkara.com/freecall

๐Ÿ’ฌ Listener Love:

If this episode helped you rethink your progress or gave you a tweak to try, send Kara a DM on Instagram or reply to the weekly email. She loves hearing from you!

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๐Ÿ™Œ Conclusion:

You don’t need a big plan to get back on track. You just need one small, thoughtful tweak—and then another. Progress starts when you stop waiting for perfect and start doing what’s possible. You’ve got this—and Kara’s got you.