Long-term weight loss isn't just about food — it's about how you think.

Episode #256
🎙️ In this episode, Coaches Terri Lance and Heather Shuker explore the critical role mindset plays in achieving and maintaining lasting results.

This is a special live recording featuring Terri and Heather alongside Lifetime members of The Fasting Method Community, bringing real questions and real coaching insights into the conversation.

While many people focus on what to eat or how to fast, this episode dives into the deeper work — identity, habits, emotional patterns, and the internal dialogue that shapes your choices. Because knowing what to do is rarely the problem. Doing it consistently is.

👉 What you'll learn:
• Why mindset is the foundation of long-term weight loss
• How identity shapes your behaviours and results
• The role of mindfulness and self-awareness
• Why "getting to goal" doesn't mean you're done
• How to shift from short-term thinking to long-term success
• Why behaviour change requires more than knowledge

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Why there is no "finish line" in health
00:35 — What mindset mastery really means
01:34 — Why mindset is 95% of the process
04:14 — The importance of self-awareness and mindfulness
07:48 — The "arrival fallacy" and why it holds people back
10:20 — Identity and changing how you see yourself
13:31 — Turning healthy habits into your norm
17:27 — Why it shouldn't feel like restriction
19:10 — Building mindset through daily practices
21:09 — The idea of making "trades" for your future self
22:04 — Q&A: struggling with self-acceptance
28:31 — Q&A: fear of missing out on food
38:23 — Q&A: self-sabotage patterns
44:17 — Q&A: where to find mindset support

📝 Transcript
The transcript for this episode is available on our website:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/

💛 Community Support
Join The Fasting Method Community for guidance, accountability, and coaching support:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/

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⚠️ Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.

The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.

Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Why strength matters more than ever as you age.

Episode #255

🎙️ In this episode, Dr. Terri Lance and Coach Amy Medling explore the relationship between muscle, metabolism, and midlife health.

Many people reach midlife and feel like their metabolism is slowing down or "not working" the way it used to. In this conversation, Terri and Amy explain why that shift is happening — and why muscle plays a central role in how your body uses energy, manages blood sugar, and supports overall metabolic health.

They discuss why preserving lean mass becomes more important with age, how stress and recovery impact results, and why pushing harder with exercise is often not the answer. Instead, this episode reframes midlife as a time to adapt your approach — focusing on strength, consistency, and working with your body rather than against it.

👉 What you'll learn:
• Why muscle is critical for metabolic health, especially in midlife
• How muscle helps regulate blood sugar and energy use
• Why the scale doesn't always reflect progress
• The impact of stress and cortisol on metabolism
• Why "pushing harder" can backfire in midlife
• How to think about strength training, recovery, and movement
• Why consistency matters more than intensity

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Why metabolism feels different in midlife
01:52 — The role of muscle in metabolic health
04:00 — Muscle as "metabolic currency"
04:55 — Why the scale doesn't tell the full story
07:19 — Cardio vs strength in midlife
09:55 — Why pushing harder can backfire
10:57 — The importance of recovery
12:14 — Does fasting affect muscle?
13:26 — Protein and muscle maintenance
15:25 — How to pair fasting with movement
18:37 — Muscle, insulin sensitivity, and health
20:16 — Movement, mood, and energy
21:25 — Simple ways to build muscle daily
22:47 — Strength without a gym
23:46 — Finding joy in movement
25:30 — Reframing midlife as a reset
26:10 — Final thoughts

📝 Transcript
The transcript for this episode is available on our website:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/

💛 Community Support
Join The Fasting Method Community for guidance, accountability, and coaching support:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/

✨ Partner Offer
🧪 Curious about Aeira?
Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products.

📣 Connect With Us
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/obesitycodenetwork

⚠️ Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.

The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.

Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Getting started with fasting doesn't have to be complicated.

Episode #254
🎙️ In this episode, Megan Ramos answers common questions about how to begin fasting and make it work in real life.

If you've ever felt unsure where to start, how to choose a fasting schedule, or how to stay consistent, this episode walks you through it in a simple and practical way. Megan breaks down how to approach fasting without overthinking it — and how to build a strategy that fits your lifestyle.

This is a grounded, flexible guide to help you start where you are and build from there.

👉 What you'll learn:
• How to choose the right fasting schedule for your life
• Why starting simple leads to better long-term results
• How to break a fast without overeating
• What actually breaks a fast (and what doesn't)
• How to approach fasting while travelling or on vacation
• How to fast and still have energy for workouts

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Why starting simple matters
01:12 — Where to begin with fasting
03:45 — How do I choose the right fasting schedule for me?
08:10 — How do I break a fast without overeating?
12:30 — How do I know if I've broken my fast with fasting aids?
17:05 — What kind of fasting do we do while on vacation?
21:40 — How do I fast and still have energy for workouts?
25:10 — Building consistency over time

📝 Transcript
The transcript for this episode is available on our website:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/

💛 Community Support
Join The Fasting Method Community for guidance, accountability, and coaching support:
https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/

✨ Partner Offer
🧪 Curious about Aeira?
Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products.

📣 Connect With Us
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/obesitycodenetwork

⚠️ Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.

The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.

Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.