If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “I eat healthy, but…” fill in the blank with “I’m not losing weight,” “I’m exhausted,” or “nothing is changing,” this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of Realistically Consistent, we’re breaking down why eating clean isn’t always enough — and how common daily habits like skipping meals, under-fueling, blood sugar spikes, and unbalanced snacks can actually work against your metabolism, even when your food choices are “healthy.”

I walk you through a very realistic day that I see over and over again with busy moms — from skipped breakfasts and snacky lunches to nighttime cravings — and explain:

• Why this pattern leads to low energy, cravings, and stalled progress
• How blood sugar and insulin impact fat loss
• Why protein timing matters just as much as protein intake
• How to structure your meals in a way that actually supports your metabolism
• Where to start without overhauling your entire life

If January flew by and you’re feeling frustrated, stuck, or confused about why your effort isn’t paying off, this episode will give you clarity, relief, and a realistic place to start.

✨ Plus, I share simple, doable changes you can implement starting with breakfast — because one small shift can change the entire trajectory of your day.

👉 Links mentioned in this episode:

• Apply for 1:1 Coaching: https://allisonhalliefitness.com/
• Free High-Protein Recipes you can grab here https://allisonhalliefitness.com/highproteinrecipes
• Free Dinner Time Meal Guide you can grab here https://allisonhalliefitness.com/ahfmealguide

Are you constantly telling yourself what you should be doing—and then feeling guilty when you don’t follow through?

In today’s episode of Realistically Consistent, we’re breaking down one tiny word that could be completely sabotaging your consistency, confidence, and progress: “should.”

If you’ve ever thought:

• “I should be working out more”
• “I should be drinking more water”
• “I shouldn’t have eaten that”
• “I should be more disciplined”

This episode is for you.

I’m walking you through why ‘should’ thinking keeps you stuck, how it trains your brain to procrastinate and feel guilty, and—most importantly—what to say and do instead so you can actually follow through on your habits without perfection, pressure, or burnout.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why saying “I should” kills confidence and consistency
• How to rewire your mindset from guilt to follow-through
• The simple language shift that helps you take immediate action

Consistency doesn’t come from discipline or willpower—it comes from confidence. And confidence starts with the way you talk to yourself.

>>If this episode resonates, send me a message on Instagram @allisonhalliefitness and tell me how many times you caught yourself saying “should” today!

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Consistency Over Perfection: How You Can Still Make Progress Without a Perfect Plan.

If you feel like you’re never able to follow a fitness or nutrition plan perfectly—this episode is for you.

So many moms believe that if they miss a workout, overindulge, or fall off track even a little, they’ve failed. But the truth is, you're doing better than you give yourself credit for — for yourself AND in motherhood.

In this episode of Realistically Consistent, we’re talking about:

• Why perfection is unrealistic (and unnecessary) for busy moms
• How flexibility and adaptability are the plan
• Why missing workouts or meals doesn’t erase your progress
• How to stop “starting over” and build sustainable lifestyle changes
• The power of small, consistent habits that actually stick

This is your reminder that progress doesn’t come from extreme challenges or rigid routines—it comes from learning how to pivot, adapt, and keep showing up for yourself in small ways, even when life gets messy.

If you’ve been feeling discouraged, behind, or like you’re “doing it wrong,” this episode will help you reframe your mindset and finally feel confident in a plan that fits your real life.

✨ You’re not failing—you’re learning how to make this work for you.

👉 Looking for support, community, and a personalized plan that fits your current season of life?

Visit allisonhalliefitness.com to apply for coaching.

If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, and share it with another mom who needs this message 💛