What's the one thing holding you back from Lasting Weight Loss?

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Quiz Questions

1.
First things first, what's your number one reason for wanting to lose weight?
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- A.
  I want to have more confidence.
- B.
  I want to feel healthier and happier.
- C.
  I'd love more energy, Jill please.
- D.
  I'm past the stage of worrying about the number on the scales but I do want to be stronger and healthier.
2.
Roughly, how many diets have you started in your life?
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- A.
  Oh my goodness - I couldn't count that many!
- B.
  Between 5 and 10.
- C.
  Less than 5.
- D.
  I've tried healthy eating but I've never really followed a diet properly.
3.
and how committed have you been to weight loss programs in the past?
- A.
  Fully committed - I always go all in.
- B.
  I've been a bit hit and miss.
- C.
  Not really committed if I'm being honest but I feel ready to give it another go.
- D.
  I've never been interested!
4.
It's your work colleague's birthday 🎉 .. and of course there's cake! What do you do?
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- A.
  I'm first in line! I want to be healthy but also enjoy my food - and my life!
- B.
  I eat it - I don't really want it - but everyone else is - so why not?!
- C.
  Avoid, avoid, avoid. One bite of that baby and that's another pound on the scales!
- D.
  Looks delicious - but I'm not sure whether I should be restricting calories or carbs this week.
5.
How do you feel about the prospect of another weight loss journey?
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- A.
  Life just isn't worth living without pasta and dessert! 🍝
- B.
  I'm totally confused. There's just so much information out there - I don't know who to trust.
- C.
  Here we go again Jill 🙄 I know I'll have to work twice as hard as others to get the same results.
- D.
  I'm happy to give it a try - so long as there's a way to keep motivated and on track.
- E.
  I'm not interested in diets anymore but I would love to be more healthy.
6.
Do you have any of the following?
- A.
  Severe GI issues
- B.
  Severe Autoimmune Disease or Other Chronic Illness
- C.
  Eating Disorders
- D.
  Cancer
- E.
  None of the above
7.
Drop 30 pounds in a month - yeah right!? Anything else put you off fad diets?
- A.
  So boring and always way too restrictive.
- B.
  I never get the results to match the effort I put in. So what's the point of trying?
- C.
  I can never finish them. It's such a struggle to keep motivated on my own.
- D.
  There are way too many to pick from - they're all so confusing!
- E.
  I'm not interested in any kind of fad diet. Health is my focus.
8.
How would you describe your relationship with food?
- A.
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  Food is my bestie - it brings me joy.
- B.
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  It's a love-hate thing!
- C.
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  We're Mortal Enemies.
9.
It's time to truly love what you see in the mirror, which starts with loving yourself. How would your best friends describe you?
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- A.
  Friendly and hardworking.
- B.
  Determined, Self Disciplined and Driven.
- C.
  Spiritual and loving.
- D.
  Sociable and outgoing.
- E.
  Comfortable in my own skin.
10.
How do you feel about exercise?
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- A.
  Committed. My exercise routine has to be pretty hard core just to keep the weight off. No pain no gain.
- B.
  I think it's mostly torture! But I could be persuaded if there was something fun - any ideas Jill?!
- C.
  I don't mind the idea of exercise. But I would like to understand the best type for my body.
- D.
  I always start strong but find it really difficult to stick to an exercise regime.
- E.
  My health is my main focus so if exercise helps with that - I'm down!
11.
We're celebrating! You've hit your weight loss goals the right way. How does your life look now? You get to choose as many as you like!
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- A.
  I wake up early, energized and ready for the day ahead.
- B.
  I'm exercising regularly and actually having fun doing it.
- C.
  I'm the queen of self-care 👑. I'm going to bed at the right time and I've set boundaries in my life.
- D.
  I'm enjoying my food, making healthy choices most of the time and forgiving myself when I don't!
- E.
  I'm able to do things that I was embarrassed about or unable to do before.
- F.
  I'm just so much happier being the real me!

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Metabolic Resistance.
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So, the one thing that is holding you back from getting to the weight you desire and deserve is your Metabolic Resistance.From the answers that you've given in the quiz - I can see that you’re really committed to your weight loss journey, you probably know everything there is to know about every single diet out there (because you’ve done them all!) and above all, you’re 100% dedicated to being the best version of you that you can. Which is a great start!But here’s the problem. Although you’re careful about what you eat (maybe restricting your calories to almost nothing) and you exercise hard, you still struggle to lose any weight. One meal out, or one slice of bread and bang - the pounds pile on. Plus it feels like it’s much harder for you to lose weight than your friends and family. I hear you and I know it’s so demoralizing! Why doesn’t my body co-operate? Why is this so difficult? What on earth is wrong with me??!!You are so tired of the excess weight that you work really hard to get rid of it but you just can’t. You feel hopeless, defeated, unhappy and sometimes even disgusted with yourself.And I’m guessing this is not how you want to live your life. Time for a Truth Bomb: There’s no magic bullet out there, and that next ‘promise the earth’ fad diet that’s going to solve ALL your weight loss problems? Sorry – it just won’t happen.Problems with Metabolic Resistance are not an easy fix. They often involve a complex range of issues such as hormones, inflammation, and gut health. Years of yo-yo dieting and stress on your body will need time to reverse and almost always, need a professional to investigate. But I’d also like you to shift your thinking. An ongoing fixation with weight loss isn’t going to work. Your goal has to be to improve your health. A move from “I have to lose the weight no matter what” to “I have to be healthy no matter what.” The great thing about this approach is that it feels like RELIEF! Continually obsessing about the numbers on the scale only causes more hurt and sorrow. The true path to lasting weight loss for you HAS to start with HEALING! No more starvation diets and over-exercising. It just doesnt' work!This is a totally different conversation from what you're used to and it needs a whole new strategy. (Hint: not a diet this time!)Time for me to introduce myself.Hi, I’m Jill Cruz and I want you to know that there is a better way. 😊I'm a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist. I also lived through a 15-year long night time disordered eating habit. I overcame my unhealthy relationship with food by embracing three things: Slow Down, Supercharge, and Sustain.Now, I help other women like me, who are fed up with yo-yo dieting, to lose weight in a sustainable and enjoyable way without feeling deprived. How do I do this? By working with your nature, not against itI have a Master Of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from The University of Bridgeport and I have practiced as a functional medicine nutritionist since 2011. I combine scientific curiosity with evidence-based, individualized nutrition and lifestyle strategies, as well as my own life experiences to help my clients achieve their goals long-term.“It’s time to stop pretending that "yet another diet" is the answer when it is actually THE PROBLEM” – Jill CruzWant to know the problem with diets?How long have you got? What about these for starters?1. The act of dieting alone creates an unhealthy obsession with food and with our bodies – hardly ideal.2. Diets work against our human nature because they ask us to do all kinds of things that we don’t want to. Suffering and deprivation for supper anyone?!3. Diets set us up to fail. They’re a quick fix and most commercial plans aren’t designed for you to keep the weight off. (Because that would probably put a big dent in the $72 billion weight loss industry!)So we don’t fail – the diets do! Time and time again. And yet we beat ourselves up for it when it’s just NOT OUR FAULT.Sound about right? Time for a different approach? I can help.Let it go, let it go! The first step is letting go. Have you ever heard the term "release the weight"? This starts with letting go of the resistance, the pain, the regret, the frustration, and most of all, the self-blame. It’s time to forgive ourselves for the past, take a deep breath, and say: “I'm good enough as I am. I love myself. I'm lovable and valuable no matter what.”I’m not saying that what you eat doesn’t matter. It does. So does what you do. But instead of approaching weight loss from a place of self-hate, loathing, and disgust, it’s time to approach it from love and acceptance of the way you are.It's time to commit to taking actions that will move you in the right direction. But with love, gradually, and in a way that feels good. The Three Step SystemI have implemented all my knowledge and experience to create a three-step system that will help you stop dieting and start practicing self-love and deep self-care so that you can improve your health, lose weight gradually, and actually ENJOY THE PROCESS. The three phases we use include:Step 1 Slow Down - Commit to practicing self-love and deep self-care, and tap into your body wisdom. (graphic)Step 2 Supercharge - Add superfoods and lifestyle practices that nourish your body and mind and that you enjoy. (graphic)Step 3 Sustain - Develop a pile of healthy habits that make the whole thing sustainable. (graphic)The WYN Program can help you step into a completely different paradigm. WE OPERATE FROM A CONTEXT THAT IS ESSENTIALLY THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THE TYPICAL DIETING WORLD. Where they promote fear, we promote love. Where they force restrictions, we encourage body wisdom. Where they rely on dogma, we personalize the approach for your needs and your body. Where they coerce and blame, we support you with loving compassion and healthy responsibility. It’s a different world and I invite you to join us where it’s fun and pleasant….and most importantly, SUSTAINABLE. Don't take our word for it. Listen to Sue. She didn't think she would be able to lose weight. "In the past, I've starved myself, and suffered and haven't gotten anywhere near these results." "I wanted to do it the right way because I've done it the wrong way for years."Watch the video for more:https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/724626985Next Steps you can take today:Find out more - this article will help you learn how to deal with disappointment in the weight loss journey: https://wynweightloss.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-disappointment-in-the-weight-loss-journeyCheck out my podcast! You will get inspired and feel empowered listening to other women's stories; the ups and downs in the reality of trying to live a healthy life amidst the damaging diet culture and our society of "all or nothing". This podcast is all about living life in the grey zone and how to embrace that. https://www.jill-cruz-podcast.podcastsmatter.com/Ready to chat – book a strategy call to get clarity around your challenges, your goals, and what you should do next. https://calendly.com/wynweightloss/30min"A girl should be two things: who and what she wants." Coco Chanel
2.
You're confused.
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So, the one thing that is holding you back from getting to the weight you desire and deserve is you’re downright CONFUSED.I don’t think this is a surprise to you!You would love to lose some weight right now. Whether that’s for better health, more energy, or just a confidence boost – you know how important that is.Maybe you haven’t really seriously tried to lose weight before or have looked at a few options but just felt overwhelmed by the 1,000’s of different diets out there. Low carb, Paleo, Keto, Fasting? How’s a girl supposed to choose!?Which approach is best for me?What if I pick the wrong one for myself and then it doesn’t even work?And how on earth am I going to keep up with all those rules and regulations?It’s just way too much to think about and now you’re feeling stuck.Stuck in analysis paralysis and doing nothing. Which makes you feel overwhelmed and that you're never going to get it right.But here’s the thing – you obviously care about this, which is why you took this quiz in the first place!Your current weight bothers you, maybe you even have pain or discomfort and you hate feeling uncomfortable in your skin. Not knowing what to do can be frustrating and leave you feeling hopeless about it all.It’s time to get some clarity…Here’s the good news… you’ve saved yourself a whole load of heartache – because even if you’d found the so-called ‘perfect’ diet for you – it probably wouldn’t have been perfect.. because.. here’s the thing. Diets just don’t work. (I’ll cover more about that later!) As humans, we hate the idea of being told that we have to eat one way or another. Modern life has dampened the instinctual knowledge that people 200 years ago used to have about how to eat. Because think about it - you wouldn’t catch Mrs. Cavewoman counting her calories or wondering if she should switch to low carb!This means we’re all a bit lost (yep - it's not just you!) We're all looking outside of ourselves to find the answers and being told what to eat by someone who doesn't even know us. It's crazy.Rather than following someone else’s rules, it’s time to make up your own. Start by paying attention to your body. Keep track of what you're eating and how it makes you feel. Your energy, your hunger, your cravings. This alone will give you guidance on what works for you and what doesn't.Nail that and it’s not so complicated after all!Time for me to introduce myself.Hi, I’m Jill Cruz and I want you to know that there is a better way. 😊I'm a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist. I also lived through a 15-year long night time disordered eating habit. I overcame my unhealthy relationship with food by embracing three things: Slow Down, Supercharge, and Sustain.Now, I help other women like me, who are fed up with yo-yo dieting, to lose weight in a sustainable and enjoyable way without feeling deprived. How do I do this? By working with your nature, not against itI have a Master Of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from The University of Bridgeport and practicing as a functional medicine nutritionist since 2011. I combine scientific curiosity with evidence-based, individualized nutrition and lifestyle strategies, as well as my own life experiences to help my clients achieve their goals long-term.“It’s time to stop pretending that "yet another diet" is the answer when it is actually THE PROBLEM” – Jill CruzWant to know the problem with diets?How long have you got!? What about these for starters?1. The act of dieting alone creates an unhealthy obsession with food and with our bodies – hardly ideal.2. Diets work against our human nature because they ask us to do all kinds of things that we don’t want to. Suffering and deprivation for supper anyone?!3. Diets set us up to fail. They’re a quick fix and most commercial plans aren’t designed for you to keep the weight off. (Because that would probably put a big dent in the $72 billion weight loss industry!)So we don’t fail – the diets do! Time and time again. And yet we beat ourselves up for it when it’s just NOT OUR FAULT.Sound about right? Time for a different approach? I can help.Let it go, let it go! The first step is letting go. Have you ever heard the term "release the weight"? This starts with letting go of the resistance, the pain, the regret, the frustration, and most of all, the self-blame. It’s time to forgive ourselves for the past, take a deep breath, and say: “I'm good enough as I am. I love myself. I'm lovable and valuable no matter what.”I’m not saying that what you eat doesn’t matter. It does. So does what you do. But instead of approaching weight loss from a place of self-hate, loathing, and disgust, it’s time to approach it from love and acceptance of the way you are.It's time to commit to taking actions that will move you in the right direction. But with love, gradually, and in a way that feels good. The Three Step SystemI have implemented all my knowledge and experience to create a three-step system that will help you stop dieting and start practicing self-love and deep self-care so that you can improve your health, lose weight gradually, and actually ENJOY THE PROCESS. The three phases we use includeStep 1 Slow Down - Commit to practicing self-love and deep self-care, and tap into your body wisdom. (graphic)Step 2 Supercharge - Add superfoods and lifestyle practices that nourish your body and mind and that you enjoy. (graphic)Step 3 Sustain - Develop a pile of healthy habits that make the whole thing sustainable. (graphic)The WYN Program can help you step into a completely different paradigm. WE OPERATE FROM A CONTEXT THAT IS ESSENTIALLY THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THE TYPICAL DIETING WORLD. Where they promote fear, we promote love. Where they force restrictions, we encourage body wisdom. Where they rely on dogma, we personalize the approach for your needs and your body. Where they coerce and blame, we support you with loving compassion and healthy responsibility. It’s a different world and I invite you to join us where it’s fun and pleasant….and most importantly, SUSTAINABLE. Don't take our word for it. Listen to Sue. She didn't think she would be able to lose weight. "In the past, I've starved myself, and suffered and haven't gotten anywhere near these results." "I wanted to do it the right way because I've done it the wrong way for years."Watch the video for more:https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/724626985Next Steps you can take today1. Find out more - this article will tell you how to know if a diet is right for your body https://wynweightloss.com/blog/6-ways-to-judge-your-diet?rq=what%20diet%202. Check out my podcast! You will get inspired and feel empowered listening to other women's stories; the ups and downs in the reality of trying to live a healthy life amidst the damaging diet culture and our society of "all or nothing". This podcast is all about living life in the grey zone and how to embrace that. https://www.jill-cruz-podcast.podcastsmatter.com/3. Ready to chat? – book a strategy call to get clarity around your challenges, your goals, and what you should do next. https://calendly.com/wynweightloss/30min“Be healthy and take care of yourself, but be happy with the beautiful things that make you, you.” – Beyonce
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Your Diet Story
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So, the one thing that is holding you back from getting to the weight you desire and deserve is your DIET STORY.Ok! Right! But what do I mean by that?Right now you believe that in order to lose weight you have to deprive yourself and suffer 😱. Am I right?You’ve had the very best of intentions in the past to finally lose the weight for good. You want better health, improved confidence and more energy and you’ve probably started lots (and lots) of diets. But you’ve not always lasted the course.Or if you did manage to use every last ounce of willpower to actually lose the weight (with endless plates of Chicken Breast and Salad) – all that weight you lost – just piled right back on again. So frustrating - all that hard work for nothing.So now you’re feeling stuck. Your current weight bothers you and you hate feeling uncomfortable in your skin. The thought of starting another diet is just too much… Life’s too short right? You have a zest for life and you believe that life should be fun and lived with ease. But your diet story tells you that you need a lot of strength and deprivation to achieve your goals. And you’re just not up for that! It’s time to change your story from a nightmare to a fairytale!Firstly, know that it’s not your fault. We've all been taught that losing weight is about suffering and deprivation but it’s not. It's actually the opposite of that.Your desire to not suffer and the fact that you want to enjoy your food is not the problem. That’s just your human nature. Traditional or fad diets are essentially putting us up against our very nature which is never ever going to work on a long-term basis.You have to enjoy the process or you’ll simply not stick with it.You need to make the process pleasurable and enjoyable, and (most importantly) a source of personal growth.And this happens with understanding. Because once you understand your human nature and your personal nature, and align with both then everything falls into place.Sound good? Time for me to introduce myself.Hi, I’m Jill Cruz and I want you to know that there is a better way. 😊I'm a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist. I also lived through a 15-year long night time disordered eating habit. I overcame my unhealthy relationship with food by embracing three things: Slow Down, Supercharge, and Sustain.Now, I help other women like me, who are fed up with yo-yo dieting, to lose weight in a sustainable and enjoyable way without feeling deprived. How do I do this? By working with your nature, not against itI have a Master Of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from The University of Bridgeport and practicing as a functional medicine nutritionist since 2011. I combine scientific curiosity with evidence-based, individualized nutrition and lifestyle strategies, as well as my own life experiences to help my clients achieve their goals long-term.“It’s time to stop pretending that "yet another diet" is the answer when it is actually THE PROBLEM” – Jill CruzWant to know the problem with diets?How long have you got? What about these for starters?1. The act of dieting alone creates an unhealthy obsession with food and with our bodies – hardly ideal.2. Diets work against our human nature because they ask us to do all kinds of things that we don’t want to. Suffering and deprivation for supper anyone?!3. Diets set us up to fail. They’re a quick fix and most commercial plans aren’t designed for you to keep the weight off. (Because that would probably put a big dent in the $72 billion weight loss industry!)So we don’t fail – the diets do! Time and time again. And yet we beat ourselves up for it when it’s just NOT OUR FAULT.Sound about right? Time for a different approach? I can help.Let it go, let it go! The first step is letting go. Have you ever heard the term "release the weight"? This starts with letting go of the resistance, the pain, the regret, the frustration, and most of all, the self-blame. It’s time to forgive ourselves for the past, take a deep breath, and say: “I'm good enough as I am. I love myself. I'm lovable and valuable no matter what”I’m not saying that what you eat doesn’t matter. It does. So does what you do. But instead of approaching weight loss from a place of self-hate, loathing, and disgust, it’s time to approach it from love and acceptance of the way you are.It's time to commit to taking actions that will move you in the right direction. But with love, gradually, and in a way that feels good. The Three Step SystemI have implemented all my knowledge and experience to create a three-step system that will help you stop dieting and start practicing self-love and deep self-care so that you can improve your health, lose weight gradually, and actually ENJOY THE PROCESS. The three phases we use include:Step 1 Slow Down - Commit to practicing self-love and deep self-care, and tap into your body wisdom. (graphic)Step 2 Supercharge - Add superfoods and lifestyle practices that nourish your body and mind and that you enjoy. (graphic)Step 3 Sustain - Develop a pile of healthy habits that make the whole thing sustainable. (graphic)The WYN Program can help you step into a completely different paradigm. WE OPERATE FROM A CONTEXT THAT IS ESSENTIALLY THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THE TYPICAL DIETING WORLD. Where they promote fear, we promote love. Where they force restrictions, we encourage body wisdom. Where they rely on dogma, we personalize the approach for your needs and your body. Where they coerce and blame, we support you with loving compassion and healthy responsibility. It’s a different world and I invite you to join us where it’s fun and pleasant….and most importantly, SUSTAINABLE. Don't take our word for it. Listen to Sue. She didn't think she would be able to lose weight. "In the past, I've starved myself, and suffered and haven't gotten anywhere near these results." "I wanted to do it the right way because I've done it the wrong way for years."Watch the video for more:https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/724626985Next Steps you can take today1. Find out more - this article will tell you why healthy living shouldn’t feel like Torture and Deprivation [LINK TO BLOG]https://wynweightloss.com/blog/healthy-living-shouldnt-feel-like-torture?rq=deprivation2. Check out my podcast! You will get inspired and feel empowered listening to other women's stories; the ups and downs in the reality of trying to live a healthy life amidst the damaging diet culture and our society of "all or nothing". This podcast is all about living life in the grey zone and how to embrace that. https://www.jill-cruz-podcast.podcastsmatter.com/3. Ready to chat? – book a strategy call to get clarity around your challenges, your goals, and what you should do next. https://calendly.com/wynweightloss/30min“You are the captain of your soul. You are responsible for the choices you make in your life. I am living the dream. I’m not living the dream because I’m special, I’m living the dream because I was obedient to the call of the dream.” - Oprah
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Accountability
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So, the one thing that is holding you back from getting to the weight you desire and deserve is that you need ACCOUNTABILITY.You’re committed and positive about the idea of weight loss and you have always had the very best of intentions in the past, for the good of your health, your confidence, and the people you love. You’ve started too many diets to count - but you’ve rarely made it to the end and probably didn’t get the results that you wanted.And even if you did, the results haven’t lasted which has left you fed up and disillusioned with the whole diet process.And so a cycle of yo-yo dieting begins. 🤦‍♀️What you need is some accountability. To yourself and to others… Time to get accountable…From your quiz results, I know that you realize that the most important thing with weight loss is motivation. You know the story. On Day one you’re pumped up, excited, and ready to go! You don’t need anyone else by your side - you’re committed, motivated, and you’ve got this.You will move mountains to get to where you want to go!And then after a few weeks (days? hours even?!) reality kicks in and your motivation disappears more quickly than that last slice of cheesecake!So now it’s time to remind yourself of your Whys…• Why do you want to lose weight? • What's your big why? What are your small why's?• What's your long and short term Why?• What's today's Why? Remembering this will keep you accountable to yourself and to your goals.And if that’s not enough and you feel you really need someone else then find someone. A weight loss community, partner, or somebody who just gives you loving support regularly will make a world of difference. Time for me to introduce myself.Hi, I’m Jill Cruz and I want you to know that there is a better way. 😊I'm a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist. I also lived through a 15-year long night time disordered eating habit. I overcame my unhealthy relationship with food by embracing three things: Slow Down, Supercharge, and Sustain.Now, I help other women like me, who are fed up with yo-yo dieting, to lose weight in a sustainable and enjoyable way without feeling deprived. How do I do this? By working with your nature, not against itI have a Master Of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from The University of Bridgeport and practicing as a functional medicine nutritionist since 2011. I combine scientific curiosity with evidence-based, individualized nutrition and lifestyle strategies, as well as my own life experiences to help my clients achieve their goals long-term.“It’s time to stop pretending that "yet another diet" is the answer when it is actually THE PROBLEM” – Jill CruzWant to know the problem with diets?How long have you got! What about these for starters?1. The act of dieting alone creates an unhealthy obsession with food and with our bodies – hardly ideal.2. Diets work against our human nature because they ask us to do all kinds of things that we don’t want to. Suffering and deprivation for supper anyone?!3. Diets set us up to fail. They’re a quick fix and most commercial plans aren’t designed for you to keep the weight off. (Because that would probably put a big dent in the $72 billion weight loss industry!)So we don’t fail – the diets do! Time and time again. And yet we beat ourselves up for it when it’s just NOT OUR FAULT.Sound about right? Time for a different approach? I can help.Let it go, let it go! The first step is letting go. Have you ever heard the term "release the weight"? This starts with letting go of the resistance, the pain, the regret, the frustration, and most of all, the self-blame. It’s time to forgive ourselves for the past, take a deep breath, and say: “I'm good enough as I am. I love myself. I'm lovable and valuable no matter what”I’m not saying that what you eat doesn’t matter. It does. So does what you do. But instead of approaching weight loss from a place of self-hate, loathing, and disgust, it’s time to approach it from love and acceptance of the way you are.It's time to commit to taking actions that will move you in the right direction. But with love, gradually, and in a way that feels good. The Three Step SystemI have implemented all my knowledge and experience to create a three-step system that will help you stop dieting and start practicing self-love and deep self-care so that you can improve your health, lose weight gradually, and actually ENJOY THE PROCESS. The three phases we use include:Step 1 Slow Down - Commit to practicing self-love and deep self-care, and tap into your body wisdom. (graphic)Step 2 Supercharge - Add superfoods and lifestyle practices that nourish your body and mind and that you enjoy. (graphic)Step 3 Sustain - Develop a pile of healthy habits that make the whole thing sustainable. (graphic)The WYN Program can help you step into a completely different paradigm. WE OPERATE FROM A CONTEXT THAT IS ESSENTIALLY THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THE TYPICAL DIETING WORLD. Where they promote fear, we promote love. Where they force restrictions, we encourage body wisdom. Where they rely on dogma, we personalize the approach for your needs and your body. Where they coerce and blame, we support you with loving compassion and healthy responsibility. It’s a different world and I invite you to join us where it’s fun and pleasant….and most importantly, SUSTAINABLE. Don't take our word for it. Listen to Sue. She didn't think she would be able to lose weight. "In the past, I've starved myself, and suffered and haven't gotten anywhere near these results." "I wanted to do it the right way because I've done it the wrong way for years."Watch the video for more:https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/724626985Next Steps you can take today1. Find out more - this article will tell you how to protect yourself from a Loss of Motivation [LINK TO BLOG]https://wynweightloss.com/blog/fix-low-willpower?rq=motivation2. Check out my podcast! You will get inspired and feel empowered listening to other women's stories; the ups and downs in the reality of trying to live a healthy life amidst the damaging diet culture and our society of "all or nothing". This podcast is all about living life in the grey zone and how to embrace that. https://www.jill-cruz-podcast.podcastsmatter.com/3. Ready to chat? – book a strategy call to get clarity around your challenges, your goals, and what you should do next. https://calendly.com/wynweightloss/30min"A girl should be two things: who and what she wants." Coco Chanel
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It's not what's important to you!
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So, the one thing that is holding you back from getting to the weight you desire and deserve is actually that – it’s not your biggest priority right now, you want to accomplish other things!From the answers that you've given in the quiz - I can see that even though you may have dieted in the past and tried to lose weight and you’re just not into that approach anymore!For you it’s no longer about fad diets and restrictive regimes that may (or may not) shift the pounds but more about improving your overall health and wellness, building strength, and becoming the best version of you that you can be.A version that enjoys more energy, better sleep, stronger muscles, stronger bones, better GI health, and better brain function. Sounds good – am I right?I recommend for someone like you with such a positive outlook 👏 to commit to three things:1. Get enough Sleep - (7 - 8 hours is recommended) and2. Remain Physically Active and focus on strength building3. Focus on ADDING highly nutritious foodsBecause it may sound obvious but committing to working on these three lifestyle changes will without question be the very best things you can do.Time for a Truth Bomb: The less you move, the more rapidly you age, and the more quickly things deteriorate. Once we hit 40 to 45 years old, we start losing muscle. Every. Single. Day.And if we don’t do something to compensate for that, I’m sorry to break it to you but it’s downhill from there.Being physically active truly is your key to the fountain of youth. It is how you're going to maintain whatever it is that you’ve got now. But even better than that, moving is going to improve so many things - speed up your metabolism, build muscle, and improve your bone health. And let's not forget the beautiful skin, improved mood, better brain function, and that perfect night’s sleep which is another secret to success.And you are probably tired of dieting. Good riddance! No more dieting!!However, you CAN focus on ADDING high-impact foods to your eating lifestyle. Gradually adding one nutrient-dense food at a time....so that in a year or two you will be so proud of yourself and your progress!This is the no-stress, kind, and highly effective way to build your long-term health, energy, and vitality! Time for me to introduce myself.Hi, I’m Jill Cruz and I want you to know that there is a better way. 😊I'm a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist. I also lived through a 15-year long night time disordered eating habit. I overcame my unhealthy relationship with food by embracing three things: Slow Down, Supercharge, and Sustain.Now, I help other women like me, who are fed up with yo-yo dieting, to lose weight in a sustainable and enjoyable way without feeling deprived. How do I do this? By working with your nature, not against itI have a Master Of Science Degree in Human Nutrition from The University of Bridgeport and practicing as a functional medicine nutritionist since 2011. I combine scientific curiosity with evidence-based, individualized nutrition and lifestyle strategies, as well as my own life experiences to help my clients achieve their goals long-term.“It’s time to stop pretending that "yet another diet" is the answer when it is actually THE PROBLEM” – Jill CruzWant to know the problem with diets?How long have you got? What about these for starters?1. The act of dieting alone creates an unhealthy obsession with food and with our bodies – hardly ideal.2. Diets work against our human nature because they ask us to do all kinds of things that we don’t want to. Suffering and deprivation for supper anyone?!3. Diets set us up to fail. They’re a quick fix and most commercial plans aren’t designed for you to keep the weight off. (Because that would probably put a big dent in the $72 billion weight loss industry!)So we don’t fail – the diets do! Time and time again. And yet we beat ourselves up for it when it’s just NOT OUR FAULT.Sound about right? Time for a different approach? I can help.Let it go, let it go! The first step is letting go. This starts with letting go of the resistance, the pain, the regret, the frustration, and most of all, the self-blame. It’s time to forgive ourselves for the past, take a deep breath, and say: “I'm good enough as I am. I love myself. I'm lovable and valuable no matter what”It's time to commit to taking actions that will move you in the right direction. But with love, gradually, and in a way that feels good. The Three Step SystemI have implemented all my knowledge and experience to create a three-step system that will help you stop dieting and start practicing self-love and deep self-care so that you can improve your health, lose weight gradually, and actually ENJOY THE PROCESS. The three phases we use include:Step 1 Slow Down - Commit to practicing self-love and deep self-care, and tap into your body's wisdom. (graphic)Step 2 Supercharge - Add superfoods and lifestyle practices that nourish your body and mind and that you enjoy. (graphic)Step 3 Sustain - Develop a pile of healthy habits that make the whole thing sustainable. (graphic)The WYN Program can help you step into a completely different paradigm. WE OPERATE FROM A CONTEXT THAT IS ESSENTIALLY THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF THE TYPICAL DIETING WORLD. Where they promote fear, we promote love. Where they force restrictions, we encourage body wisdom. Where they rely on dogma, we personalize the approach for your needs and your body. Where they coerce and blame, we support you with loving compassion and healthy responsibility. It’s a different world and I invite you to join us where it’s fun and pleasant….and most importantly, SUSTAINABLE. It worked for themWould be great to get actual stories here if you have them based on each result – if not we can use the quotesNext Steps you can take today:1. Find out more - this article shows you the basic tools needed to age with grace and strength.2. Check out my podcast! You will get inspired and feel empowered listening to other women's stories; the ups and downs in the reality of trying to live a healthy life amidst the damaging diet culture and our society of "all or nothing". This podcast is all about living life in the grey zone and how to embrace that. https://www.jill-cruz-podcast.podcastsmatter.com/3. Ready to chat? – book a strategy call to get clarity around your challenges, your goals, and what you should do next. https://calendly.com/wynweightloss/30min“You are the captain of your soul. You are responsible for the choices you make in your life. I am living the dream. I’m not living the dream because I’m special, I’m living the dream because I was obedient to the call of the dream.” - Oprah

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