We Only LOOK Thin

The Olympics may be winding down, but there are still a ton of lessons that “regular people” can learn from Olympians. In a lot of ways, hitting a goal weight is a lot like winning an Olympic medal. This week, Catherine and Donald talk about how, just like top athletes, you need to start planning for after the event even before you get there. Plus, Catherine Ws the Heck, Donald names tunes in notes, and you learn the truth about where Olympians spend the offseason. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Blogilates with Cassey Ho https://www.blogilates.com/ Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 343 – Olympics of One https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-343-olympics-of-one/ Episode 326 – Habit Elementary – Part 6 https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-326-habit-elementary-part-6/ Episode 126 – Moving Target https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-126-moving-target/ Share Post Share

Discover the playful banter about personal weight loss journeys and the relatable struggle of being an 'Olympic hopeful.' Laugh along as they discuss the hilarity of extreme weight-loss methods. Explore the importance of consistency over perfection, alongside empowering insights from Olympic athletes on embracing hard work. Learn about cognitive flexibility for tackling life's challenges and the vital role of resilience in personal growth. They also emphasize the power of community and accountability in shaping healthier choices.

The hosts share their personal weight loss journeys, boasting over 220 pounds lost collectively. They dive into humorous discussions about names and their connections to fitness. Pop culture references help unpack deeper motivations behind health aspirations. Listeners learn about effective behavior change and the challenges of eating habits. There's a heartfelt emphasis on community support with the introduction of Wolt Place, an accountability group. Engagement with the audience is encouraged through social media interactions for a more connected experience.

Everyone agrees that there are only two kinds of people in this world: Spice Girls people and Backstreet Boys people.  But what if we put aside our differences and used the lessons taught by both super groups to get to the heart of our weight loss and fitness goals?  This week, Catherine and Donald talk about the first step in BJ Fogg’s Behavior Design model; clarify the aspiration.  When you set a nebulous “pie in the sky” goal, it can make it difficult to figure out how to get there.  Asking yourself what you want and why, can narrow your focus and make the habits involved clearer.  Plus, Catherine swim, swam, swums, Donald does not rock the flannel, and women’s puns are good, but men’s puns are bad. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, PhD on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3W5EFqP Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 312 – Cold Turkey https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-312-cold-turkey/ Episode 260 – ’23 and Me https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-260-23-and-me/ Episode 234 – Half-Full or Half-Empty https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-234-half-full-or-half-empty/ Share Post Share

If you’re a space bounty hunter travelling with your adopted child, you probably don’t worry too much about weighing yourself. On the other hand, if you’ve had life-long weight issues you probably worry about it a lot. Maybe too much. Or maybe not enough. Developing a healthy relationship with the scale can be a difficult minefield to navigate. This week, Catherine and Donald walk you through seven tips for using the scale in a way that works best for you. It’s kind of like using The Force; there’s a light side and a dark side. Plus, Catherine explains the “Axioms of Feminometry”, Donald is also known as “Jimmy A-plus-ichinson”, and marriage is about one-upmanship. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 287 – Eat, Weigh, Love https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-287-eat-weigh-love/ Episode 228 – Worth the Weight https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-228-worth-the-weight/ Episode 124 – Buy! Sell! Buy! Sell! https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-124-buy-sell-buy-sell/ Share Post Share

Summertime is traditionally a time for beaches, pools, road trips and vacations. Just like teenagers in love who walk hand in hand, road trips and vacations are paired with food and drink indulgences. If you’re anything like Catherine and Donald, you can’t find one without the other. This week, the couple give you some basic tips on navigating the summer vacation season while still keeping your health and fitness goals in mind. A vacation doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye to all of your healthy habits. Plus, Catherine complains about Halloween again, Donald has a particular set of skills, and you will believe that a seatbelt can click. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 281 – Snacks on a Plane https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-233-habit-holiday/ Episode 284 – Landing Gear https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-284-landing-gear/ Episode 233 – Habit Holiday https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-233-habit-holiday/ Share Post Share

As summer kicks off, the hosts share their personal weight loss journeys and tackle the emotional ups and downs of seasonal changes. They humorously discuss early holiday merchandise and redefine summer plans amidst societal pressures. With tips on adapting fitness routines and healthy cooking tips for hot weather, they emphasize the importance of enjoying the moment. Listeners are invited to join fun summer activities, like dog parades, while building a supportive community focused on holistic well-being.

Mental effort, physical effort, and routine.  When you hear that a podcast episode is about those three things, it makes it extra tempting to listen.  But what if we threw in “The Ability Chain”, invented by Stanford Professor and bestselling author, BJ Fogg, PhD?  And what if we let you know that Catherine and Donald take three links in the ability chain and help you troubleshoot adding more movement into your life?  Now it’s a slam dunk, right?  Right.  Plus, Donald has a good luck wrist injury, Catherine thinks the Marlboro Man can solve her problems, and The President is monitoring how many jumping jacks you can do. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg PhD on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3wSgMum BJ Fogg blog post about the ability chain: https://behaviormodel.org/ability/ Justin Augustin Workouts for Beginners: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinAgustin Leslie Sansone’s Walk at Home https://www.youtube.com/@LeslieSansonesWalkatHome Silver Sneakers: https://www.youtube.com/@silversneakers Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 336 – Convenient Store – Part 2 https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-336-convenient-store-part-2/ Episode 335 – Convenient Store – Part 1 https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-335-convenient-store-part-1/ Episode 334 – The Weakest Link https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-334-the-weakest-link Episode 271 – Dr. Seuss Chef https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-271-dr-seuss-chef/   Share Post Share

If you’re the band Erasure, you probably want to Break These Chains of Love. If you’re BJ Fogg, PhD, you want to make your ability chain stronger. It’s sort of a Yin and Yang thing. This week, Catherine and Donald look at the first two links in the ability chain, Time, and Money, and walk you through how you troubleshoot them to get more movement into your life. By making each of the links stronger, you can get yourself to make movement part of your daily routine. Plus, Donald raises the roof to burn calories, Catherine sells a fitness onesie, and marriage is the real tough mudder. Join WOLT Place! Sign up for a 3-month membership in WOLT Place and get a complimentary 7-day trial or sign-up for a 30-day membership and get a complimentary 3-day trial. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/join-our-support-group/ Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg PhD on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3wSgMum BJ Fogg blog post about the ability chain: https://behaviormodel.org/ability/ Yoga with Adrienne https://www.youtube.com/@yogawithadriene Blogilates with Cassey Ho https://www.youtube.com/@blogilates Juice and Toya https://www.youtube.com/@JuiceandToya Related Episodes of We Only Look Thin: Episode 335 – Convenient Store – Part 1 https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-335-convenient-store-part-1/ Episode 334 – The Weakest Link https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-334-the-weakest-link/ Episode 09 – The Convenience of Convenience https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-09-the-convenience-of-convenience/ Episode 302 – Trick or N.E.A.T. https://www.weonlylookthin.com/episode-302-trick-or-n-e-a-t/ Share Post Share

The hosts share personal weight loss journeys with humor, focusing on their love for convenience store food. They compare American and UK sandwich options, discussing the cultural significance of bodegas in NYC. Strategies for healthier fast food choices are explored, along with effective meal prep tips to streamline healthy eating. The importance of meal pre-planning to alleviate decision fatigue is highlighted, while upcoming topics promise insights into exercise and mindset. Listeners are encouraged to connect and share their feedback.