What is your primary BARRIER to weight loss?

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1.
How long have you had issues managing your weight?
- A.
  My whole life
- B.
  0-6 months
- C.
  6 months-1 year
- D.
  1 year- 5 years
- E.
  5 years- 10 years
- F.
  Longer than 10 years
2.
Do you currently follow a specific diet/eating pattern?
- A.
  Yes, I follow a specific diet/eating pattern strictly
- B.
  Yes, I follow a specific diet/eating pattern 50% of the time
- C.
  Eh, I am on and off diets all of the time
- D.
  No, I just eat what sounds good when it sounds good
3.
When do you notice you have the hardest time sticking to a diet/pattern of eating?
- A.
  When I am busy
- B.
  When I have a lot on my mind
- C.
  When there is temptation of other kinds of food around
- D.
  When something hasn't gone my way
- E.
  When I don't feel like meal planning
- F.
  When I have to stick to a specific plan for a long period of time
- G.
  When I have to be away from home
4.
Have you been diagnosed with a medical condition that makes it difficult for you to lose weight?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
- C.
  Not yet, but I suspect something medical is attributing to my inability to lose weight
5.
How many days a week do you exercise?
- A.
  0-1
- B.
  2-3
- C.
  4-5
- D.
  6-7
6.
From 1-10, how intense are your workouts?
- A.
  0-4, I do light workouts just to move my body
- B.
  5-7, I move to sweat but I do not challenge myself regularly
- C.
  8-10, I push to my maximum ability and capability
7.
What are your portions like when you eat?
- A.
  I eat too little
- B.
  I eat too much
- C.
  I don't know about healthy portions
8.
Have you succeeded in losing weight in the past?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  Kind of, I lost some but did not hit my goal weight
- C.
  No, I tried but I was not successful
- D.
  I've never tried
9.
From 1-10, how much do you know about how your food fuels you?
- A.
  1-4 — I know very little about what nutrients are in my food
- B.
  5-7 — I know some aspects of nutrition and what I get from my current diet/eating pattern
- C.
  8-10 — I have done a lot of research and plan my meals based on the nutrients my body needs

Quiz Outcomes

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Your primary BARRIER is... Emotional Eating
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is emotional eating which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. When something happens to us, it is easy to turn to food for comfort. That comfort acts as positive reinforcement and allows you to create a habit to turn to food when things just seem to be too much or something hasn't gone your way. Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating:1. Acknowledge Your Feelings FormallyThis can look like saying what you are feeling out loud or writing them down on paper or telling someone else about how you are feeling. The important thing is that you are aware of what it is that you are feeling and why you are feeling that way.2. Validate Your FeelingsMany times, we rely on others to validate our feelings and when we do that, we take the power away from ourselves. No matter what it is you are feeling, it is okay to feel that way. You are right in the way that you feel. Once you have acknowledged the way that you feel and why you feel that way, validating yourself will be the next step to setting you free of those feelings.3. Make a Conscious Decision to Make a Healthy ChoiceThis won't be easy but after you acknowledge what it is you are feeling, why you are feeling that way, and validating yourself in those feelings, it is important to channel that focus into choosing a healthy alternative to eating comfort food. For example, you may choose to go for a walk, do a breathing exercise, talk to a friend, or journal. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Time Management
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is time management which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. It is so easy to neglect our own needs when we are busy. Quality food that may take a little more time to prepare is replaced with convenient food sources that may not be the best or most nutritious choice. Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Time Management:1. Make a Time Conscious PlanThis can take a little bit of time to perfect but knowing when you have gaps in your schedule and just how small or large those gaps are will be the first step for you to be able to make a healthy change for yourself. Once you know where those gaps are and just how much time you have, you can research meals that you can easily prepare during one of your gaps.2. Prep in BulkI promise you that this is going to make the biggest difference on your health journey! Prepping in bulk can look very different from person to person and it may take a few tries to figure out exactly how to accomplish this to fit your needs. One example is to choose a couple of fiber-rich carb options, omega 3- rich fat options, a couple of lean protein options, and a couple of options for greens so that you can mix and match throughout the next couple of days or however long you would like to prep for in advance. This is a great way to make sure this habit is sustainable because it means you will have variety and that is super important for sustainability.3. Invest in a Lunch Box and Meal Prep ContainersNow what good would it be to have all of that food prepped and no way to take it with you on the go? For those of us with a busy lifestyle, having the ability to bring our food with us is essential to the success of our lifestyle goals! Meal prepping may seem extremely overwhelming to think about, but it doesn't have to be. You decide how simple, how much, and how often. You don't have to be a gourmet chef to pull this off. DO NOT overcomplicate it!Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Stress Management
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is stress management which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. Stress is the world that we live in. That being said, more and more of the world is turning to more convenient ways to feed themselves. In addition to convenience, some people tend to eat more when they are stressed, a phenomenon that has been familiarly coined as "stress eating". Whether you are eating less nourishing food because of convenience during stressful periods of time or eating larger portions or less nourishing foods to cope with the stress in your life, you can rest assured and don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Stress Management:1. Acknowledge that Stress is a Part of LifeThis is so much easier said than done. Stress affects everyone. I must agree that it affects everyone differently, but it does still affect everyone. It is something that will always be around whether it is caused by work, home, school, lifestyle changes, goals, finances, medical concerns, or a variety of other things that we have to deal with on a daily basis, stress is not going anywhere. So, the first thing that we can do for ourselves is just accept that stress will always be around. We might as well acknowledge its presence, befriend it, and set boundaries with it.2. Schedule Time for You Each and Every DayAgain, this is easy to say and hard to do. We make time for so many things already and on top of that, we have to schedule time for just ourselves? The answer to that is YES! In today's world, we pack our schedules so tight, it may be hard to find time just to breathe. It is so important that you are literally scheduling dates with yourself daily to ensure that you are nourishing yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually. This can be as simple as a 3 minute breathing exercise, a quiet cup of coffee, a 10 minute reading session, or a 30 minute exercise session. The point is make time for you! It is important if you want to continue to be able to be there for everyone and everything else that is going on in your life.3. Practice. Practice. Practice.Like I said, steps 1 and 2 are not going to be easy and it will take time to figure out what stress relieving practices work for you and when you can easily incorporate them into your day. Start slow, little by little. Rome wasn't built in a day and I know that you are the type of person that wants it all done today! But, life is lifelong and you don't have to be perfect just this second. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Food Addiction
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is food addiction which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. Here's the thing, food addiction can start at any age for a number of reasons. Whatever the age and whatever the reason, food is your coping mechanism. It is used as a way to fix the broken, fill the void, and make things whole again. The problem is that each and every attempt at those things is only a temporary fix to the problem. Food is medicine but it can also be poison. Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Food Addiction:1. Acknowledge You Have a Less Than Healthy Relationship with Food The first step to fixing a problem is admitting we have one, right? So acknowledging that food is controlling your life instead of you controlling your life is the first step. It is very difficult to admit that we may not have control of a certain aspect of our lives and this may take some time, but it is very important that you do so.2. Know Your Triggers As I said previously, food addiction can affect anyone at any given age and it can start because of a variety of different reasons. Knowing when this began for you may help you identify the triggers that you have that cause you to turn to food. Maybe it is emotion, or maybe it is body image, or maybe it is rooted in boredom. Whatever the reason and whenever you are most vulnerable are extremely important aspects of your vulnerability to be aware of. Do your best to avoid those situations that could be triggering for you.3. Make Healthy and Exciting SwapsThis won't be easy but it will be worth it. No one can avoid their triggers 100% of the time, so it is important to be prepared when you may encounter one. Making healthy and exciting swaps does not have to be centered around food, it can be anything from writing to movement to learning a new skill or trying to master a new hobby. The point is not to pigeonhole yourself into relying on one thing to help you cope with your problems but to allow yourself to grow outside of them and to conquer them.Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Motivation
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is motivation which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. Motivation can be your best friend or it can be a flaky and fleeting fo. This is the reason that we can't rely on it. We have to let our motivation (when we have it) fuel determination through goal setting. You don't need to rely on motivation if you master determination.Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Motivation:1. Set SMART GoalsWhen motivation is being your friend, take the time to set yourself some SMART goals. SMART means Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Lined. Use this to set both long- and short-term goals. 2. Set Daily Tasks to Get You One Step CloserHere is where the determination comes into play. When motivation is fleeting, it is important to rely on our determination to accomplish what we have set out to do. You can do this by setting daily tasks that will get you one step closer to achieving your goal. An example of this may look like hitting 10,000 steps a day to achieve your 3 month goal to lose 20 pounds of fat. 3. REWARD YOURSELFThis is the fun part! Many of us feel like the journey to hitting our goals has to look strict and bleak. It doesn't. Celebrating the small wins is just as important as celebrating smashing your end goal. Obviously, you want to do this constructively and realistically, but it is important to have something to look forward to and let's face it, we are a society that loves positive reinforcement and there is nothing wrong with relying on that just a little. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Consistency
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is consistency which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. It's easy to do something once but it is difficult to do it once EVERY SINGLE DAY. More than anything else, consistency is the key to accomplishing any task or smashing any goal which is why it is going to be so important for you to overcome this barrier. After all, consistency is what transforms average into excellence.Don't let this result scare you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Consistency:1. Set SMART GoalsTake the time to set yourself some SMART goals. SMART means Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Lined. Use this to set both long- and short-term goals. 2. Practice DailyRemember, consistency is way more valuable that perfection so it is important to practice your new habit daily. If you miss a day, it is not the end of the world and you can always pick up tomorrow. This is for you so do not give up on yourself. Soon, your new habit will be just another part of your daily routine and if you miss it, you'll be likely to feel incomplete. So, hang in there!3. REWARD YOURSELFThis is the fun part! Many of us feel like the journey to hitting our goals has to look strict and bleak. It doesn't. Celebrating the small wins is just as important as celebrating smashing your end goal. Obviously, you want to do this constructively and realistically, but it is important to have something to look forward to and let's face it, we are a society that loves positive reinforcement and there is nothing wrong with relying on that just a little. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Planning
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is planning which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. Sometimes it can feel like it's too overwhelming to think about just what you need to do today or this hour or within the next 10 minutes. So to ask you to think about planning ahead may just be WAY TOO HARD to even consider, but hear me out! Planning ahead does not have to look like a planner or calendar that is marked to the minute of what needs to be done and when it needs to be done for the next month.Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Planning:1. Pick Your #1 Planning Pain PointThis sounds very simple to some but it can be a lot to do when you feel overwhelmed and underprepared. This can be dinners for yourself or your family or coming up with a workout schedule that you can commit to.2. Envision What it Would Look Like for that Pain Point to be ResolvedSeriously, just close your eyes and picture this problem being non-existent. What does your life look like? What positive changes are there in the way you feel? 3. Create Your PlanYou know what your pain point is and you know what your life could look like without it. Now, its time to make that dream a reality. It can simply be to plan dinners for the next 3 days or to plan what workout schedule you are going to follow this week. Plan one thing at a time to make it one less thing to think about when that time comes. Once you've mastered that, rinse and repeat with your next pain point until you have mastered your schedule and become a lean, mean, planning machine. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Medical
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is medical which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. Unfortunately, there are a lot of medical conditions that can impact weight stability. And on top of that, it can be very difficult to figure out what avenues may work for you because all of the conventional ones don't seem to. This can be very discouraging but don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Medical:1. See a Specialist This first step is critical. If you have experienced weight changes that are extremely abnormal for you and you have not changed other aspects of your life, it is extremely important to seek medical attention to figure out the root cause of your symptoms. 2. Be Your Own Advocate Even though the specialist is an expert in their field, you are an expert on you. What you have to say matters. Every BODY is different and it is important to make sure your team of specialists know that you are an individual who is very in tune with the changes in your body. You are the team leader.3. Educate Yourself About Your Diagnosis Once you have an answer, it is super important to do your own research. Know about how your body is functioning compared to how it should be functioning, as well as the different treatments available to get your body back on track and functioning the way that it should again. Knowledge is power and there is nothing you cannot accomplish if you have the right information.Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information
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Your primary BARRIER is... Education
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It looks like your primary barrier to losing weight is education which is a very common cause of weight gain and inability to lose weight. It is human nature to gain weight, that's why for most of us, it's so easy to do and so hard to lose. It is impossible to know everything about everything. That isn't our goal. Our goal is to educate ourselves on what we need to fuel ourselves and function optimally on an individual level and this requires educating ourselves about us. Sounds kind of funny, right?Don't let this result intimidate you. As I said before, this is a very common phenomenon and there are steps that you can take to overcome this barrier.3 Simple Steps to Overcome Education:1. Know Your History Knowing the issues you have had in the past physically, mentally, and spiritually is the first step to becoming educated about what it is that you require on an individual level. We can't know where we are going if we don't know where we have been.2. See a Professional You may choose to see a medical doctor to run some tests to see what your levels are looking like in the present. You may also choose to have a body scan done to see what your body is composed of and in what quantities. You may choose to have a psychiatric evaluation done to see if there are any unresolved issues or trauma that you may consider starting to deal with in the present. We can't know where we are going if we don't know where we are. 3. Do Your ResearchThis is essential! Take the information you have gathered and do your research about how to overcome the physical, mental, or physical barriers standing between you and your goal. Once you have done the research, it will be simple to make decisions that will benefit you and finally get to where you are going. Resources to Help You Break Through the Barriers Holding You Back? Read On...1. Reaction Nutrition Facebook Page I work hard to post helpful content for all of the barriers to weight loss regularly.2. Reaction Nutrition Instagram Page I post things like healthy recipes, workout inspiration, mental health insights, and so much more!3. Reaction Nutrition Application Form Ready to take a big, bold step forward and start redefining your identity by finally breaking out of the body you feel trapped in and stepping into the body of your dreams, fill out this application to be able to book a discovery session with me to see if we are a good fit for one another and be one step closer to smashing your goals.P.S. Expect to See Me in Your Inbox Soon with More Information

What is your primary BARRIER to weight loss?

Take this assessment if you are ready to redefine your identity, break out of the body that you feel trapped in, and step into the body you have always dreamed of but you just don't know where to start.

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