Listen to inspiring weight loss success stories from real people, sharing with you how they managed to achieve their goals. If you want to lose weight and would benefit from some extra motivation, inspiration and support, join us as we interview a new Weight Loss Warrior in every episode, learning how they transformed their body and how you can do the same.
EP169: A Devil at Every Level: Breaking Through Your Limits
In this weekâs episode of the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast, I sit down with two of my closest friends - and two coaches who have both mentored and supported me over the years - Aaron and Johnny.
This conversation is different from a typical WLW interview. Weâre not talking directly about weight loss, calories, meal plans, or habits today. Instead, we go deeper into something that lies beneath every transformation you will ever attempt⊠whether thatâs losing weight, starting a business, chasing a dream, rebuilding your confidence, or trying to change who you are at your core.
Weâre talking about the idea that there is a âdevil at every levelâ - a metaphor for the limiting beliefs, fears, doubts, identity clashes and internal resistance that show up whenever you start to grow.
During this conversation, the three of us explore:
Why progress always feels uncomfortable just before the breakthrough
The psychological âthermostat settingâ that pulls you back to your old identity
Why we self-sabotage even when life is improving
How fear of success shows up just as strongly as fear of failure
Why we often avoid doing the simple things we know will help
The importance of raising your standards instead of lowering your goals
Why discipline matters more than motivation
How to push through the discomfort of levelling up
How our friendship dynamic has shaped our personal growth
Real, lived examples of battling self-limiting beliefs at different stages of life
What makes this episode so special is that itâs a conversation between three people who know each other extremely well. Youâll hear the banter, the honesty, the challenges weâve given each other over the years - and the real moments where each of us admits the exact beliefs we still wrestle with.
Even though this isnât specifically about weight loss, I want you to listen with your own journey in mind. Every single limiting belief we discuss appears in weight loss too - the fear of change, the fear of slipping back, the voice in your head telling you that you canât do it, or that you donât deserve the version of yourself youâre trying to become.
And if thereâs one thing I want you to take away from this episode, itâs this:
You donât stop meeting devils as you grow.
You just get better at recognising them - and walking past them anyway.
This is one of the most honest, dynamic and insightful chats weâve had on the podcast, and I canât wait for you to dive into it.
If todayâs episode resonates with you and youâre ready to start overcoming the devils in your own weight loss journey, come join us inside The Rising Warrior. You can try it completely free for four days at:
www.therisingwarrior.com/freetrial
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Healing, Hunger & Hope: Evyâs Journey From Survival Mode to Self-Worth
EP168: Healing, Hunger & Hope: Evyâs Journey From Survival Mode to Self-Worth
In this powerful episode of the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Evy - a wellness and lifestyle creator from Colorado whose weight loss journey is unlike anything weâve shared before.
Evyâs story begins in a childhood defined by instability, trauma and food being used as control. Growing up in a Mexican household, pressured to finish oversized adult plates, and later navigating homelessness, foster care and parental addiction, she learned to survive in an environment where food wasnât nourishment â it was anxiety, scarcity and fear.
Her journey from survival mode to healing isnât just inspiring â itâs extraordinary.
We talk about:
How being forced to finish meals and facing food scarcity shaped her relationship with eating
The emotional impact of homelessness, caring for her siblings and living in survival mode
How foster care finally gave her stability â but left lasting subconscious habits
How her husband gently helped her unlearn the âfinish your plateâ trauma
Why healing means remembering what happened â not pretending it didnât
Her shift from processed foods to whole foods and understanding that food is fuel
The dramatic lifestyle changes sparked by her husbandâs diabetes diagnosis
How she learnt about oils, metabolism, supplements and fibre from a diabetes doctor
Her natural 40-pound weight loss through daily movement, changing ingredients and community
How she built a free online workout group that now supports women worldwide
Why authenticity matters more to her than sponsorship deals or quick money
Her goals for the future: health, confidence, community growth, modelling and acting
Evyâs honesty, strength and compassion shine through every part of her journey. Sheâs proof that trauma can shape you, but it doesnât have to define you.
If youâre rebuilding your relationship with food, trying to break old patterns, or learning to trust yourself again⊠this episode will speak directly to you.
You can follow Evy's journey at the following places:
Instagram
Live Workouts on Twitch
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EP165 - Bryanâs First Steps to a Healthier Life
This weekâs episode is one of the most powerful and relatable Iâve recorded because itâs not about the after. Itâs about the beginning.
Iâm joined by Bryan, or as I've agreed to call him, "B", after mixing his name up and calling him Barry when we first met.
B is a husband, father of three, and a man whoâs decided that enough is enough. In his early 30s, and close to 400 lbs, Bryanâs decided to take back control of his health, not just for his kids, but for himself.
We talk about:
đ Growing up as the âbig kidâ and how early habits shape lifelong struggles
đ§ Emotional eating, trauma, and learning to cope after leaving his faith community
â€ïž The moment fear hit - three hospital visits thinking it was a heart attack
đšâđ§âđŠ The deep desire to be a better role model and active dad for his children
đ How heâs already lost 12 lbs in just over two weeks by keeping things simple
đ Why tracking calories and staying consistent matters more than perfection
đŹ Finding accountability through social media and unexpected online support
đȘ Recognising self-sabotage and deciding to rewrite his story once and for all
Bryanâs journey is raw, honest, and at its very beginning - and thatâs what makes it so inspiring. Heâs not waiting to be âdoneâ before sharing. Heâs showing us what courage looks like in real time.
đ If youâre starting out or restarting again, this episode is a must-listen. And if you want the same kind of support and accountability that Bryanâs found, come join The Rising Warrior â my community built for people who want to create real, lasting change. Start your 4-day free trial at therisingwarrior.com/freetrial.
This episode reminds us that you donât have to be finished to be proud of yourself. You just have to start.
Go follow Bryan on Instagram and show him some support!
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Get Me Sugar-Free: Ianâs 42kg Transformation and the Mindset Behind It
EP164: Get Me Sugar-Free: Ianâs 42kg Transformation and the Mindset Behind It
*Please note - this episode is a bit more sweary than usual, just in case you listen with children in the room or are sensitive to F-bombs being dropped.
This week on the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast, Iâm joined by Ian, host of the 50KG Drop , 0% Drop and Sugar Free Living Podcasts.
His own incredible story of transformation is as inspiring as it is honest.
Having lost 42 kilograms through a sugar-free lifestyle, Ian has completely turned his life around - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. Once a high-performing sales director managing over 140 people, he was constantly under pressure, burnt out, and stuck in a cycle of stress, poor eating habits, and self-sabotage. But through hard work, reflection, and major lifestyle changes, heâs now thriving with a new sense of peace and purpose.
In this episode, we dive into:
đ The power of a sugar-free lifestyle - and why Ian believes it saved his life
đ§ How stress, anxiety, and success can all fuel self-destructive behaviour
đ§ The role of cold plunges and saunas in managing mental health and focus
đŹ Honest reflections on sobriety, social pressure, and menâs mental health
đŒ The emotional side of fertility challenges and how itâs shaped his outlook
đŻ Why weight loss goals mean nothing without mindset and balance behind them
Ianâs story is raw, relatable, and full of truth bombs. Itâs not about quick fixes or perfection - itâs about self-awareness, consistency, and healing from the inside out.
đ If youâre ready to take the next step on your own journey, Iâd love for you to join The Rising Warrior - my online community designed to support people through real-life transformation with mindset coaching, accountability, and structure that works. Start your 4-day free trial today at therisingwarrior.com/freetrial.
This oneâs a must-listen for anyone whoâs ever felt trapped by stress, food, or expectations. Ianâs story proves that real freedom begins when you take back control - one choice at a time.
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Finding Strength Through Struggles: Jayneâs Journey
EP163: Finding Strength Through Struggles: Jayneâs Journey
In this weekâs episode of the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Jayne, a proud member of the Rising Warrior community and a long-time listener of the show. Jayneâs journey is one of resilience, honesty, and sheer determination.
From the challenges of lockdown and menopause, to managing osteoarthritis and even facing a cancer scare, Jayne has had more than her fair share of obstacles. But instead of letting those moments define her, sheâs found ways to adapt, to keep going, and to focus on what truly matters.
In this powerful conversation, Jayne and I talk about:
đ Breaking free from the endless merry-go-round of diets
đ§ Why mindset and accountability matter more than the scales
𩮠Navigating weight loss while living with osteoarthritis
đ The power of âfinding your peopleâ and support networks
đŻ Why focusing on small goals (like half a stone at a time) leads to long-term success
â€ïž How sheâs created a âsupport packageâ that works uniquely for her
Jayneâs story is a reminder that weight loss isnât linear - and itâs never just about food or the scales. Itâs about resilience, mindset, and community.
đ If youâre ready to take that next step in your own journey, Iâd love to welcome you into The Rising Warrior. Itâs where the lessons from this podcast come alive, with weekly check-ins, mindset coaching, and real accountability. You can try it free for 4 days at therisingwarrior.com/freetrial.
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From 40 stone to 14 stone - Jonathan's Incredible Journey
EP162 - From 40 stone to 14 stone - Jonathan's Incredible Journey
This weekâs episode is a very special one. Jonathan - better known as Half the Man - is back on the podcast for the third time.
His journey has captured the hearts of listeners around the world: from weighing 40 stone, to transforming his body, health, and mindset, and now reaching a point of reflection few ever get to experience.
In this powerful conversation, Jonathan and I talk about:
âïž Breaking free from the binge/restrict cycle that once held him captive
đ§ Why mindset has always been 100% of the equation in his success
đȘ The discipline, sacrifice, and lessons he learned preparing for a professional photo shoot
â€ïž The personal cost of pushing too far - and how heâs found balance again
đŻ Why chasing a ânumberâ is never the answer, and what health and happiness really look like
Jonathanâs story is not just about numbers on the scale. Itâs about resilience, honesty, and refusing to quit - no matter how many times the journey gets hard.
đ If youâre inspired by Jonathan and ready to take your own next step, Iâd love to welcome you into The Rising Warrior. Itâs where we put lessons like these into practice, with accountability, mindset coaching, and a community that understands. Start with a 4-day free trial today at therisingwarrior.com/freetrial.
Jonathan is living proof that setbacks donât define us. Getting back up does.
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This week marks a huge milestone â the third anniversary of the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast! đ
Three years, over 160 episodes, and more than 150 guests later, Iâm sitting down (this time in a hotel room in Paris, with a mic stand made out of a shoe and some socks!) to reflect on the incredible journey so far.
In this celebratory solo episode, I share:
đ What three years of podcasting has meant to me
đ How the show grew to reach listeners in over 60 countries
đŹ The key lessons and truths that guests have shared this past year
đȘ Why resilience, consistency, and authenticity keep showing up as the secret ingredients to long-term success
â€ïž Why this podcast has changed not just my listeners, but me too
Above all, today is about gratitude - to every single guest whoâs trusted me with their story, and to every one of you whoâs tuned in, left a review, shared an episode, or simply listened quietly week after week. You are the reason this podcast exists.
đ And if you want to take the next step, Iâd love for you to join my community, The Rising Warrior. Itâs where the podcast comes to life â real accountability, mindset coaching, weekly check-ins, and people who get it.
You can start with a 4-day free trial at therisingwarrior.com/freetrial.
Hereâs to another year of progress, resilience, and proving that setbacks donât define us, getting back up does.
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Losing Weight in Public: Jamal's journey. One Honest Post at a Time
EP160: Losing Weight in Public: Jamal's journey. One Honest Post at a Time
In this weekâs episode of the Weight Loss Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Jamal, known online as @jamalgetright_ who is in the early stages of a monumental transformation.
Starting at 536lbs, Jamal has already lost around 50lbs and is sharing every step of his journey online. What makes his story so powerful is not that heâs âfinishedâ - but that heâs doing it in real time and showing the world the reality of weight loss as it happens, inviting you along for the journey.
We talk about:
đ How years of unhealthy eating and lack of knowledge led him to 536lbs
đ Why he shut himself away from the world and how that impacted his life
đ± The shift that made him start taking action and documenting his journey
đ§ Why creating friction between yourself and bad decisions is key to staying consistent
đȘ The confidence heâs already gained from losing 50lbs and how itâs changing his life
đ„ How social media accountability is keeping him going, and why he encourages others to share too
Jamalâs honesty is raw, refreshing, and motivating. Heâs not pretending itâs easy - heâs showing the struggles, the strategies, and the wins that make transformation possible.
Follow Jamal and support him as he progresses:
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đ If Jamalâs story inspires you and youâre ready to take the next step in your own journey, Iâd love to invite you into my community, The Rising Warrior. Itâs where we focus on mindset, habits, and accountability to help you build a healthier lifestyle that lasts. You can even try it free for 4 days at therisingwarrior.com.
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