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!
Episodes
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Aug 15, 2025 • 13min
337. Faith Filled Friday: Embrace Consistency - Lose Weight with Grace
Do you find it hard to stick with healthy eating, regular exercise, or daily time with God? You start strong, but keeping it going day after day feels impossible? In today’s episode, we’re diving into what God says about consistency—why it matters, why it’s so hard, and how to finally build routines that last. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress that honors Him and supports your health.
Stick around, because we’re going to uncover what’s been holding you back and how to make real, lasting change. And hey, I’d love to connect with you—come join our Lose Weight, Live Free Facebook group, or send me an email at taraj@dietditching.com.
Aug 11, 2025 • 12min
336. Freedom That Lasts: Ditch the All or Nothing Diet Mindset for Good!
Have you ever felt like you're constantly swinging between perfection and failure when it comes to your eating? Like if you're not doing it just right, you're completely off track? That pressure to hold it all together—it’s exhausting. But friend, that all-or-nothing diet mindset?
It’s the very thing holding you back. In today’s episode, I’m going to help you break free from it—for good. If you're ready to finally ditch the pressure and start walking in real freedom with food, you’re in the right place.
Stay with me until the end—this could be the shift you’ve been waiting for.
And if you're looking for a community that gets it, come join us on Facebook in the Lose Weight, Live Free group. You can also reach out to me directly at taraj@dietditching.com for more personal support. Let’s get started—together.
Aug 8, 2025 • 13min
335. Fit Tip Friday: Why Real Weight Loss Requires Time in Maintenance
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “To lose weight, you just need to eat less and move more,” right? But what if that’s not the whole story? What if spending more time in maintenance is actually the real game changer you've been missing?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a fresh perspective—one that can shift how you think about dieting and help you create results that actually last. So what is maintenance, and how can it help you reach your goals? Stick with me, and I’ll break it down in a way that’s simple, doable, and truly effective.
If you’re not sure what your maintenance calories are, shoot me an email at taraj@dietditching.com—I’d love to help you figure it out. And don’t forget to join our Facebook community, Lose Weight, Live Free, for encouragement, resources, and support. Let’s do this together!
Aug 4, 2025 • 13min
334. Want Better Weight Loss Results? 3 Tools to Ditch the Mental Overload
Have you ever realized how much time you spend thinking about losing weight—what to eat, what not to eat, how much, when, and why—and yet nothing seems to change? Friend, all that mental effort might feel productive, but it’s not what creates results. Action does. Not extreme, overwhelming action—but simple, consistent steps that actually work.
In today’s episode, I’m giving you 3 powerful tools to help you stop obsessing over every bite, every body image thought, and every diet rule swirling in your head. You don’t need more stress—you need peace, clarity, and direction.
I’m giving you permission to stop the mental gymnastics and start giving your body what it actually needs.
And if you're ready for personalized support, send me an email at taraj@dietditching.com. You’re also invited to join our Facebook group, Lose Weight, Live Free, where you’ll find community, encouragement, and real help for your journey. Let’s get into it!
Aug 1, 2025 • 12min
333. Faith Filled Friday: Overwhelmed by Food Fixation & Life? 3 Ways to Find Rest
Have you ever had one of those days where your brain just won’t stop? You’re calculating calories, thinking about how much protein is in your next snack, trying to plan dinner—and all while juggling a to-do list that feels like it never ends? If that’s you, you are not alone.
Today, I want to invite you into something different. A pause. A breath. A moment to lay it all down. What if you didn’t have to carry the full weight of that mental load anymore? In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to find true rest—not just for your body, but for your mind and soul—in the only One who offers lasting peace: Jesus.
So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and stay with me. And hey, if you’d like someone to walk with you, pray with you, or just talk this out, send me an email at taraj@dietditching.com. And don’t forget—you are always welcome in our Facebook group, Lose Weight, Live Free. We’d love to have you there.
Jul 28, 2025 • 12min
332. 4 Ways to Stay On Track Eating Healthy & It's NOT What You Think!
Do you eat healthy all day, only to come home and dive headfirst into the sweets you’ve been hiding in the pantry? Or maybe you stay on track all week, but when the weekend hits, it’s like all the rules go out the window because you “earned it”?
If that sounds familiar, you are not alone—and today’s episode is for you. I’m giving you 4 practical tips to help you break out of that all-or-nothing cycle and finally bring some balance to your eating habits.
Stick with me, because these tools can give you a fresh perspective and help you move toward real freedom around food.
If you’re looking for more support, come join my Facebook group: Lose Weight, Live Free—you’ll find resources, encouragement, and accountability. And if you want to connect personally, you can always email me at taraj@dietditching.com. Let’s take this journey together!
Jul 25, 2025 • 12min
331. Fit Tip Friday: 3 Tips to Find More Energy for Strength Training
Do you feel like you’re just too tired or overwhelmed to even think about adding one more thing to your routine? I get it. But what if I told you that strength training just twice a week could actually give you back more energy, better sleep, and a stronger, more resilient body?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 practical tips to help you get over that mental hump and start building a consistent strength training routine—even if you feel like you have no time or energy. Stick with me, because you can do this, and I’m here to help you every step of the way.
Also, if you’re not already in my new Facebook group, come join us at Lose Weight, Live Free! You can grab your FREE 4-week beginner strength training program right inside the group. And if you want to connect personally, shoot me an email at taraj@dietditching.com. Let’s do this together!
Jul 21, 2025 • 12min
330. 4 Keys to Stay Consistent When Weight Loss Feels Too Slow
Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right—eating better, moving more—but the scale just won’t budge? Does the slow progress ever leave you wondering if it’s even worth it? If that’s you, you're not alone—and today’s episode is just what your heart needs.
I’m sharing 4 powerful keys to help you stay the course, stay grounded in your goals, and find peace in your progress—even if the scale isn’t moving like you hoped. My prayer is that this episode will help you refocus, feel encouraged, and walk away with renewed confidence in where you are right now.
And if you're looking for support in your journey—nutrition, fitness, and the spiritual side of it all—I’d love to walk alongside you. Reach out to me about my 1:1 coaching at taraj@dietditching.com. Let’s do this together. 💛
Jul 18, 2025 • 11min
329. Faith Filled Friday: 3 Truths to Fight Food Temptation While Losing Weight
Have you ever noticed that the moment you decide to eat healthier, the cravings come out full force—and suddenly, the food you’re trying to avoid seems to be everywhere? If you’ve ever felt like temptation is waiting around every corner, you’re not alone.
In today’s episode, we’re talking all about that tug-of-war—why it feels so hard to say “no,” and how you actually can. I’m sharing 3 powerful truths that will help you respond with a confident, “No thank you,” and stay focused on the changes you do want to make.
This is where we stop relying on willpower alone and start leaning into God’s strength to say no to what’s not serving us—and yes to the life we’re being called to live. It’s time to put on your big girl pants, kick temptation to the curb, and keep moving forward.
You’ve got this—and I’ve got your back. And hey, if you’re looking for deeper accountability or practical tools to reshape your relationship with food, I’m here for that too. Just shoot me an email at taraj@dietditching.com.
Let’s do this together.
Jul 14, 2025 • 11min
328. Missed Your Summer Weight Loss Goal? 3 Tips to Get You Back on Track
Okay, so you had a goal. Maybe back in May your motivation was sky high—you were ready to crush it. But now it’s July… and you’re not where you hoped to be. I get it. Life happened, motivation fizzled, and now you're wondering if it’s even worth trying anymore.
Here’s the truth: it’s not too late. So stop living like it is. You don’t need another extreme diet. You don’t need to “start over.” What you need is a fresh perspective, and that’s exactly what we’re diving into today.
I’ve got 3 practical tips to help you reframe your mindset, readjust your approach, and get back on track toward the goals you set for yourself.
Don’t throw in the towel—this isn’t over. Stick with me.
And if you’re ready for a higher level of support, real tools, and a path to lasting freedom around food, email me at taraj@dietditching.com. Let's do this together. 💪
