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What’s the best way for you to lose weight? (and it’s not what an influencer says!)
How to Start Losing Weight: The Questions You Need to Ask Yourself
Part 1: Before You Begin Your Journey.
You’ve been thinking about it for a while. Your clothes feel tighter, movement feels harder, and you’re starting to sense that something needs to change.
Maybe it’s time to lose weight—but how? And where do you even begin?
Choosing the right weight loss journey for you is the first key step. Not the one your mate is doing, or your Mum or Jo Bloggs on TikTok!
Let’s explore some of the options that might be on your mind:
- Joining a slimming club
- Using injectables like Mounjaro
- The classic “eat less, move more”
- Wishing and hoping (spoiler: this one never works)
- Going it alone, so no one knows if nothing changes
- Buying some dodgy tablets or injections from social media or on the web (Do Not do this)
- Getting a gastric band
- Have a hypnotic gastric band 👋🏼
- Using a mindset-based programme like OldFat2Go 👋🏼
- Working with a health coach for support and accountability 👋🏼
Which of these have you tried or considered?
Which two options feel most realistic or appealing to you right now?
If you are looking for support with any of the 👋🏼 ones book a call with Kate here
Time for a Reality Check: Ask Yourself These 10 Questions
Before you leap into your next weight loss attempt, pause. Get your detective hat on, grab a notebook, and take time to reflect on these essential questions:
- Why is now the right time to lose weight?
- What is your current diet like? (And by “diet,” we simply mean what you eat each day.)
- How much weight do you want—or need—to lose?
- How long do you realistically think it will take?
- How much do you know about nutrition?
- How much fluid do you drink daily on average?
- Who will support you—on the good days and the tough ones?
- How will you respond if your weight stalls or goes up some weeks?
- How will it feel when you reach your goal?
- How are you going to maintain your weight once you get there?
Your Body Loves Routine
Our bodies are amazing. They work closely with our brains to protect us, energize us, and keep us moving. But here’s the key thing: our bodies thrive on consistency and routine.
They like to know:
- When you’re going to eat
- When you’ll sleep
- When and how you’ll move
So keep this in mind: weight gain didn’t happen overnight, and unless you’re Violet Beauregarde from Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, it’s not going to come off overnight either!
Rushing the process with crash diets can lead to loose skin and lost muscle tone. That’s why exercise—especially strength training—is essential during weight loss. It supports your metabolism and helps you maintain a strong, toned body as the weight comes off.
Your Inner Critic Might Get Loud
When you start making real changes, don’t be surprised if that little inner voice starts grumbling:
- “This is too hard.”
- “I’ll never keep this up.”
- “What’s the point?”
That voice isn’t trying to sabotage you on purpose—it’s trying to keep you safe. Our brains are wired to resist change, especially when it challenges the body’s “set point” weight. But you can retrain your mindset, and with the right support, you’ll quiet that inner critic over time.
Think Long-Term, Not Just ‘Until I Lose X’
Here’s the most important mindset shift: this isn’t just about losing weight—it’s about changing your lifestyle.
If your only goal is to lose a few pounds for a holiday or event, then return to your old habits, guess what? The weight will return too. That cycle is exhausting—and avoidable.
Instead, aim for sustainable change. Build healthy habits that you can carry with you for life, not just for a few weeks or months.
In Part 2, we’ll dig deeper into tools, strategies, and ways to stay consistent when motivation dips.
