Lose Weight, Live Free | Eating Healthy, Exercise, Faith
Tara Josey, Nutrition Consultant, Certified Trainer
Feeling stuck chasing weight loss? Tired of obsessing, planning, and still running out of time? Struggling to stay consistent with exercise? Craving simple, healthy meals—but too overwhelmed to start? Wondering if you’ll ever figure this out on your own?
I am so grateful you are here! This podcast will help you finally reach your weight loss goals, find time in your day to exercise, spend time with Jesus and learn the tools you need to establish healthy meals on repeat!
Hey, I’m Tara. A wife, a mother, a fitness professional and a recovered obsessor of diet and exercise. For over 15 years, I struggled to reach my goal weight by using exercise and food restriction to get there.
I tried all the diets, exercised until my body would give out and spent more money than I want to admit on the next best diet.
I finally saw the light when I started focusing on the right things. Food as nutrition, exercise as medicine and a deeper relationship with Jesus that changed my opinion of who I am & what I look like.
I have been able to find a healthy lifestyle that works for me. A simple routine & handful of simple habits that I can be consistent with and have time for. A way of eating that I can enjoy life, without hopping into the next diet craze, exercising for my body to feel good and experiencing Jesus in a whole new way! And I’m ready to share it with you!
If you are finally ready to achieve your weight loss goal and get healthier physically and spiritually……
Learn nutrition strategies to save you time, get back your energy & finally lose weight.
Follow simple proven methods, instead of complicated diets or exhausting routines.
If you’re ready for undeniable change—more energy, lasting weight loss, consistency with exercise, and even spiritual growth—this podcast is for you!
Blend your favorite smoothie, grab some workout gear & your Bible and let’s get started!
I am so grateful you are here! This podcast will help you finally reach your weight loss goals, find time in your day to exercise, spend time with Jesus and learn the tools you need to establish healthy meals on repeat!
Hey, I’m Tara. A wife, a mother, a fitness professional and a recovered obsessor of diet and exercise. For over 15 years, I struggled to reach my goal weight by using exercise and food restriction to get there.
I tried all the diets, exercised until my body would give out and spent more money than I want to admit on the next best diet.
I finally saw the light when I started focusing on the right things. Food as nutrition, exercise as medicine and a deeper relationship with Jesus that changed my opinion of who I am & what I look like.
I have been able to find a healthy lifestyle that works for me. A simple routine & handful of simple habits that I can be consistent with and have time for. A way of eating that I can enjoy life, without hopping into the next diet craze, exercising for my body to feel good and experiencing Jesus in a whole new way! And I’m ready to share it with you!
If you are finally ready to achieve your weight loss goal and get healthier physically and spiritually……
Learn nutrition strategies to save you time, get back your energy & finally lose weight.
Follow simple proven methods, instead of complicated diets or exhausting routines.
If you’re ready for undeniable change—more energy, lasting weight loss, consistency with exercise, and even spiritual growth—this podcast is for you!
Blend your favorite smoothie, grab some workout gear & your Bible and let’s get started!
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Dec 29, 2025 • 15min
376. Start Strong: Your New Year Plan for Sustainable Weight Loss
Let me ask you something. How many times have you stepped into a brand-new year saying, “This is it. This is finally the year I lose the weight,” only to feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or burned out before February even shows up?
If that sounds familiar, welcome back to the podcast—and friend, you are exactly where you’re meant to be today.
Because we’re not talking about another extreme plan. Not about perfection. Not about white-knuckling your way through a list of food rules you’ll feel guilty about breaking in a few weeks. Instead, today we’re talking about how to start strong in a way that actually lasts—with a simple, sustainable, faith-filled approach to your health.
This episode is all about creating a New Year plan you can stick to. One built on small, doable nutrition shifts, gentle but effective movement, intentional time with Jesus, and a completely renewed mindset around food and your body.
If you’re tired of the all-or-nothing cycle… if you’re ready to stop starting over… and if you want to begin this year feeling stronger, calmer, and more aligned with the woman God is shaping you to be—then let’s dive in.
And if you’d like to connect with me or learn more, you can email me at tara@dietditching.com or come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free. I’d love to walk this journey with you. 💛
Dec 26, 2025 • 12min
375. Fit Tip Friday: Can You Lose Weight in One Area? The Real Truth
Welcome back, friend. I’m really glad you’re here today—because we’re tackling one of the most common (and frustrating) fitness questions women ask: Can I lose weight in just one specific area of my body?
You’ve probably heard it called spot reducing.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “If I could just flatten my stomach… tone my arms… or slim down my thighs, I’d finally feel good in my body”? If that’s you, I want you to know—you’re not alone. Almost every woman has that one area that feels extra stubborn.
And the fitness world knows it. That’s why we’re constantly being sold promises like 10-minute ab workouts, arm-toning challenges, or thin-thigh fixes. If it sounds too good to be true… well, today we’re going to talk about that.
In this episode, we’re getting honest about what’s real, what’s not, and what actually works when it comes to changing your body. And here’s the good news—you have way more control than you’ve been led to believe.
By the end of this episode, you’ll understand exactly why targeted fat loss doesn’t work—but more importantly, you’ll walk away with practical, doable strategies you can start using today to feel stronger, more confident, and clear on what to focus on.
And if you want extra support and connection, come join us inside our free Facebook community, Lose Weight Live Free. We’d love to have you there.
Dec 22, 2025 • 13min
374. Food Freedom: How to Trust Yourself with Healthy Eating
If you’ve ever felt afraid you’ll overdo it… if you’ve second-guessed every food choice… or if you’ve thought, “I can’t trust myself to eat healthy unless I’m following a strict program,” you’re absolutely not alone.
Today we’re talking about how to trust yourself with healthy eating. I’m going to share three powerful keys that will help you move out of fear and into genuine food freedom. And the best part? Each step is simple, doable, and something you can start practicing today.
I’d love to connect with you—come join us inside our Facebook group, Lose Weight, Live Free.
Dec 19, 2025 • 13min
373. Faith Filled Friday: Freeing Your Thought Life from Food Obsession
If you’ve ever felt like food takes up far too much space in your mind—constantly thinking about what you should eat, what you shouldn’t eat, or replaying your choices over and over—this episode will speak straight to your heart.
Today we’re talking about something so many women quietly struggle with: a thought life that feels consumed by food. But here’s the hope—God never intended food, fear, or rigid rules to control our minds. He invites us into freedom, peace, and a renewed way of thinking.
So if you’re tired of the mental tug-of-war, take a deep breath. You’re in the right place. Today you’ll learn practical steps, rooted in God’s truth, to begin freeing your thought life from food obsession.
I’d love to connect with you—come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free.
Dec 15, 2025 • 11min
372. Holiday Travel - 5 Tips to Avoid Weight Gain
Do you ever feel completely thrown off when you travel for the holidays? Your routine disappears, your rhythm gets lost somewhere between airports, family gatherings, and all the busyness—and suddenly everything feels chaotic.
If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. Today I’m sharing 5 simple, practical tips that will help you avoid the usual weight gain, feel confident while traveling, and come out on the other side proud of how you stayed grounded through it all. I want you to enjoy your trip, the food, the people you love—and do it all without the stress, guilt, or “oh well, I’ll fix it in January” mindset.
And if you ever feel like you need extra support or accountability, our community Lose Weight Live Free on Facebook is the perfect place to stay connected. Come join us there—or send me an email anytime at taraj@dietditching.com. I’d love to hear from you!
Dec 12, 2025 • 11min
371. Fit Tip Friday: Strength Training - Your Key to Lasting Health, Fitness & Longevity
Do you want to be consistent with strength training… but either feel totally intimidated by it or just can’t seem to make the time? Maybe you’re unsure where to start, or the whole thing feels overwhelming, so it keeps getting pushed to “someday.”
If that’s you, you are absolutely not alone.
Today, I’m breaking down three powerful reasons strength training deserves a spot in your routine—and why it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Just 30 minutes, three times a week can make a massive difference in how you look, feel, and move through your life.
And here’s the best part: while strength training sets you up for long-term health, the benefits start showing up right now.
So stick with me—let’s get you confident, consistent, and excited about building a routine that truly supports your body and your goals.
If you want help creating a simple, doable program, send me an email at taraj@dietditching.com, and come hang out with us in the Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free.
Dec 8, 2025 • 13min
370. Stop Guessing: Eating Healthy for Your Needs - 3 Simple Strategies
Have you ever tried the diet your best friend swears by—only to watch her lose weight while you can’t seem to drop a single pound? Do you feel like you’re just throwing darts, hoping this diet will finally be the one that works?
It’s time to stop guessing.
Instead of chasing what works for everyone else, let’s focus on simple, smart choices that fit you—your body, your lifestyle, your needs. When you discover what truly works for your unique design, healthy eating becomes natural, sustainable, and so much more peaceful.
Yes, it may take a little time to figure out, but you are absolutely worth that investment. And the freedom it brings around food? It’s life-changing.
Come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free. I’d love to connect with you there and help you discover the approach that finally fits you.
Dec 5, 2025 • 15min
369. Faith Filled Friday: 3 Steps for Breaking the Binge Cycle
Do you ever feel stuck in that exhausting cycle of “eat healthy, overeat, feel guilty, restrict… and repeat”? If so, you are so not alone. So many women walk through this same struggle, feeling frustrated and wondering why they can’t break free.
But today can be different.
Today, we’re talking about how to start taking real action, invite God into this process, and move toward true freedom with food—freedom you may not have believed was possible.
And if you’re ready for support on that journey, I’d love to walk with you. Come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free, or reach out to me directly at taraj@dietditching.com. Let’s do this together.
Dec 1, 2025 • 11min
368. Food Rules Don't Work: 3 Tips to Stop the Cycle & Eat With Freedom
Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I can’t eat after 7 p.m.,” “no carbs during the week,” or “I have to eat perfectly clean”? These kinds of food rules promise control, but they usually leave you feeling stressed, obsessed, and stuck in a scarcity mindset.
So today, we’re breaking down why these rules don’t actually work—and I’m sharing three simple tips to help you step out from under them, so you can eat with more freedom, more confidence, and still reach your goals.
And if you want more support, come join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free. I’d love to connect with you!
Nov 28, 2025 • 10min
367. Your Holiday Workout Guide: 5 Strategies to Find Time, Stay Active, Feel Better
The holiday season can throw off your fitness routine, but it doesn’t have to! Discover simple strategies to squeeze in movement amidst the chaos. Short workouts of just 10–20 minutes can keep you consistent. Incorporate activity into your daily tasks, like walking while shopping or taking the stairs. Prioritize one or two non-negotiable habits to maintain your well-being. Embrace flexibility and use quick movement techniques to combat holiday stress. Stay energized and focused on health as you navigate the season!
