She Breaks Free....Ditch the Diet & Change Your Relationship with Food & Fitness
Are you exhausted mentally and physically from obsessing about food? Sick of playing the game of depriving yourself, then cleaning out the house by Monday, just to do it all over again? Ready to finally break free from “what you’re supposed to do” and find out what’s best FOR YOU? Is it time for you to break the rules you set for yourself and find out what is best for you, your body & your mental health? In this podcast, you will find the tools you need to finally break free from the “rules” around diet and exercise. Whether they are rules that you have been following because someone said so, or rules you’ve created for yourself, you’ll find out here how to change your mindset and find freedom. Gain insights on what will work for you, your physiology, your psychology and your life! My mission is to equip you with the necessary tools to find freedom for yourself and free up the mental energy and time to live out the life you are called to live. If you’re ready to dive in, get honest and learn to trust yourself, you’ve found the right place. Hey there! I’m Tara. A wife, mother, fitness professional and a recovered obsessor of diet and exercise. For most of my adult life I have tried to gain control and change how I look by using diet and exercise. I have fought many years of a lonely, mental battle. I spent years caught in the cycle of depriving and bingeing. I was so exhausted mentally of all the constant thinking of food. When can I eat? What will I eat? Will there be enough to eat? All this coupled with the fact I was trying to exercise my way into losing a certain amount of weight or changing how I looked, I was FINALLY fed up with how I was living. I began working through solutions to trust myself, gain confidence and finally be free from the mental drain I lived with for over 15 years. My faith in Jesus has sustained me through this journey, and I have come out on the other side stronger, more confident and I have so much more mental energy and time to devote to what is really important in my life. If you’ve gotten to the place of “throwing your hands up” and you’re ready to find freedom from the rules of diet & exercise you’ve established in your life…. If you’re ready to learn to trust yourself, find a healthy relationship with food and the workouts that are best for you…. Put your big girl pants on and lay the cookie down. It’s time to be accountable for your time, your life and your calling! To subscribe to my email newsletter, click here: https://bit.ly/3Qbxe00.
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Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Have you found yourself falling short of your daily step goals?
With the arrival of summer, has your routine shifted, making it challenging to maintain discipline in your daily activity?
In this episode, I'll share five ways to increase your step count! These are practical, straightforward strategies to incorporate more activity into your day. Consistency in taking more steps can significantly benefit your health!
The key is simply to start moving!
I'm eager to learn about your objectives - feel free to reach out to me at taraj@dietditching.com.
For more information, visit my website at www.dietditching.com.
Also, consider joining our Facebook Group - She Breaks Free.
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Are your expectations of success in weight loss unrealistic?
Do you dwell on the wrong aspects and persist because that's all you're familiar with?
In this episode, I'll share five steps to help you make genuine changes. A shift in mindset about food is essential for weight loss to occur—lasting weight loss, to be precise.
Discover how to break free from your diet mentality and old habits, define what success means to you, and achieve your freedom!
Reach out to me at taraj@dietditching.com and let me know your greatest challenge in reaching this goal.
Visit www.dietditching.com for more information.
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Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Are you at a loss when it comes to bringing God into the struggle you have with food obsession or dieting all the time?
Do you need some guidance on how to seek Him and find the freedom you so desperately wish you had?
Today, I am here to give you God's truth through scripture and encourage you on how to seek Him in this struggle. You are not alone in this. He wants freedom for you.
Email me and tell me what you're specific struggle is when it comes to your relationship with God - taraj@dietditching.com
Find more about me at www.dietditching.com
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Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Do you find yourself constantly craving sweets, or do you lean towards salty snacks?
Ever wonder how to conquer these cravings but feel stuck?
In this episode, I'm granting you the grace to be kind to yourself. Lack of willpower doesn't equate to failure!
I'll share four insights about cravings that will help you view them in a new light—not as a moral failing, but as your body communicating its needs.
Stay tuned to discover how cravings are your body's way of sending messages—it's your job to decode them, and I'm here to guide you.
To access the free Cut the Cravings PDF, click here.
https://shebreaksfreellc.aweb.page/p/0599baee-366a-402b-8f3e-454b8f56ec04
Learn more about me at www.dietditching.com or reach out with your questions about cravings at taraj@dietditching.com.
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Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Are you hesitant to consume carbohydrates for fear of gaining weight?
Do you shun carbs because a Keto diet once worked wonders for you, but now it doesn't seem to have the same effect?
The amount of nutritional information available can be overwhelming. Yet, consuming carbohydrates is vital for life.
Our brains, hormones, and muscles all require them. The real challenge lies in determining the right amount, the best types, and the optimal times to consume them. Today, I'll provide you with four tips to navigate these complexities!
Your body will be grateful!
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Discover more about me at www.dietditching.com.
For additional questions, feel free to email me at taraj@dietditching.com.
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Are you so preoccupied with dieting and weight loss that the idea of consuming enough calories to maintain your current weight intimidates you?
Do you understand the distinction between maintenance eating and dieting?
In today's episode, I'll share three tips on the significance of your position in the equation and the duration for which you should maintain it. This is crucial for your health, hormones, and metabolism!
Discover more at www.dietditching.com.
For questions or to request the food list, email me at taraj@dietditching.com.
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Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Are you constantly consumed with thoughts of food and what God must think about you?
Do you measure your relationship with God based on your success with dieting and losing weight?
As a Christian, I want to give you encouragement today on how to navigate the diet mentality while seeking after God. It sometimes feels so lonely and hard. I want you to know you are not alone.
If you would like to get some prayer around this, email me at taraj@dietditching.com
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Do you think that cutting your carbohydrates is the best way to lose the weight because it worked for you 15 years ago?
Are you looking at eliminating fat from your diet because you think it will make you fat?
In today's episode, we are talking about the most important macro that impacts your weight loss - protein.
I am giving you 4 reasons why it is the most important and hopefully some insights on how to get more into your day!
If you need some protein suggestions, email me at taraj@dietditching.com
You can also connect with me through my website, www.dietditching.com
We also have a Facebook group - (4) She Breaks Free | Facebook
I would love to connect with you!
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Tired of hearing that protein is the top macro for weight loss? Unsure how to incorporate the necessary amount into your daily diet?
Feeling overwhelmed by the myriad of protein powder options and questioning their value?
In this episode, I'll explain why it's worthwhile to include them in your regular diet. Many women don't consume enough protein. Powders make it easier to increase intake without having to consume more food or snack on chicken breasts – not so appealing, right?
They can assist in achieving the protein levels needed for weight loss and fat loss goals.
I'll also share my favorite products and my preferred way to make a shake.
Favorites include:
Vegan - Truvani: I prefer the peanut butter flavor, but chocolate is also good. Find it on Amazon
Vegan - Orgain: Available at Costco. I wait until it goes on sale!
Whey - Legion: Chocolate is my go-to flavor.
Whey - Ascent: Chocolate is also my favorite here. Also available at Costco. I get it on sale!
Here's my top shake recipe:
- 1 cup frozen blueberries- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk- 1 cup frozen kale or spinach- 1 scoop of protein powder (vegan versions preferred as whey tends to froth too much)- 1 TBSP chia or flaxmeal for fiber- 1 TBSP MCT oil for healthy fats- A few ice cubes and possibly a little water
Blend until smooth (I use a Nutribullet).
I'd love to hear your thoughts! Contact me at taraj@dietditching.com.
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Monday May 27, 2024
Monday May 27, 2024
Have you experienced greater success in losing weight when you don't exercise?
Do you find it easier to achieve your weight loss goals when you're solely focused on nutrition and exclude exercise from your routine?
In today's episode, I'll share three truths about the consequences of omitting exercise or movement from your weight loss strategy. It's an important consideration as you advance in your weight loss journey.
Share your progress with me by sending an email to taraj@dietditching.com.
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