I was overweight as a child I turned to food to cope with the trauma of being sexually abused but when I was 14 years old I decided to face what happened to me and make a change I don't remember how much I weight at the time but I do remember I was a size 20 I have managed to stay skinny after all these years I'm now a size 7 and 32 years old
Ive been following you for a year now, and I’ve managed to lose 50lbs with pcos and hypothyroidism, I just want to say that I’ve seen 100s of videos and you are the very few that are informative and super helpful and say every detail, you are amazing and I’m thankful for your channel.
I love that you said to start with shorter workouts for sustainability because that is what you gave to me at the beginning of my journey (4 years ago now woah). Sleep was so important to me I only felt I could sacrifice 5 min a morning to get up earlier. So I did all your 5 min workouts over and over until I felt I could do 10 min. The slow progression and taking the pressure off to do so much before I was ready, made it easier to make this a lifestyle and not a yo yo diet workout. Thank you for you 5 min videos! They are exactly what a beginner needs. Your 5 min workouts changed my life!
Hello Katie, wow are our stories very similar! I'm currently at 190Ibs and working to lose 45Ibs. I also had a lot of trouble maintaining long workouts, my biggest problem being I never worked out, lifted or exercised much as a kid. I had to research so much just to figure out what types of lifting and exercise to begin with! Starting, I began with 15 mins a day, and slowly I've been working up to longer sessions; currently I do a 25 minute work out 5 days a week. I began in December at 217Ibs I'm very happy to see the progress i've made! A big motivator for me is watching others weight loss journeys, the before and after pictures give me so much hope and confidence! I remind myself everyday its all about my health, and its helped me love and respect my body so much more! Thank you for this great video
I eat whole foods, cooking everything from scratch, I have no motivation problems around my exercise routine, but I just struggle terribly with portion sizes/control. Any suggestions would be helpful🥰
You glowing 😊😊 I am doing my best to lose weight but no matter what I do I just keep picking up weight * it's so hard for me to lose weight I have to so dubble the work people do to lose weight and I feel like that is why I always give up my goals is to lose 10kgs but everytime I lose 2kgs and I check my weight again I picked up 4kgs...its so hard
Studies also reveal too much sleep is detrimental to your health too and can shorten your lifespan. i usually get 10 hours of sleep and still wake up feeling tired. 😮💨 My vitamin D3 levels have been low a few times before. Im due to do a grocery shop tomorrow and will start to make some changes to my diet, if for no other reason than to feel better and take some stress off my body. But im totally with you on not knowing where to start or knowing whats truly healthy and what is deceptively healthy.
when I was at my worst (extremely problematic drinking/ED/overweight/self hating/total mess) me and some of my real close friends drifted apart, we never stopped having love for each other though, but they couldn’t be around me at that time and I retraced from them because I agreed! I was a mess! , where as the friends that stayed I eventually had to phase out once I started taking control of my life, I just couldn’t do it anymore, I wish the best for them but it just wasn’t working out. the thing is if 10 years ago you told me I cut those people off I would have been devastated, but in reality leaving those friendships in the past- it’s freedom , freedom to grow without explanation
I just want to say that you looked amazing before and now. I'm so happy you feel great with your progress. It's midway the challenge, and I'm stuck midway with my progress and trying to finish strong. Thanks for the information, and I plan to watch/rewatch the relationship video because I need it right now. 🙏 🤲
The most important thing is that you are taking that time for YOU and doing the challenge. Be patient with yourself, the results come when you remove the pressure in my experience.
I’m 15 and was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I weigh at least 50 lbs more than anybody in my class. For my entire life, I’ve eaten really well and working out everyday and play volleyball. I just can’t seem to lose weight no matter what I do. Is there anything that you think could help me.
I’m new here and I like the information that you’re sharing. I’ve been doing this mistake for years, working out for too many hours at once then feeling too tired for a few days to restart. Thank you! I’ll try the 40 minutes workout.
I love this! I’m two weeks postpartum and I want to just start feeling healthy again. Of course I have a major lack of sleep right now, so those hunger hormones are attacking me and I am having a hard time curbing my sweet cravings right now! I joined the spring slim down but since I didn’t get the clearance to workout yet, I’m mostly joining for the motivation for now and then I will absolutely have to join the next challenge for sure if you have one right after it! ❤🥰
I am struggling with belly bloat like never before. Currently doing SSD and I am excited for the end results! After week 1, I am feeling great. Thank you so much for always sharing and all the inspiration ! 💕
Thanks for sharing this. I'm restarting my journey to a healthier lifestyle and I really appreciate all these, but especially the tip about losing weight not "automatically" meanung increased confidence... gives me a lot to think about and reflect on!
Hi Katie! Thanks for the video. These are simple things that I can do but still struggle with. I consistently sleep less than 6 hours trying to balance work and school. I've always thought I needed to do super long workouts to see the weight loss results. I'm definitely going to start by adding these 2 tips to my routine as best as I can.
I started my journey in November and took a pause from March-June (recovering from burnout), I’m down from 210 to 185. My goal is 145-155. I’ve dealt with atypical anorexia since I was 12, and my weight has been flying up and down since I first got tossed into treatment at 16. My last time in treatment I was improperly refed (ironically not fed enough to recover from the severity of restriction, due to medical fatphobia and I was a size 4) and gained 60 pounds. I left treatment unhappy and just as disordered. I was starving during the day and eating a days worth of food at night. I felt like shit all the time. Then one day something clicked and I started tracking macros with the intention of nourishment, not losing weight as fast as possible. I discovered cut cycling (3 weeks in a cut 1 week at maintenance), eating consistently through the day, and eating 90-100g of protein a day. My life changed. Apart from the weight loss (which I’m still working on) I’ve never felt so sane in my life. Now I’m trying to incorporate working out again (I used to have a really bad relationship with working out too. I’m on my feet for my job and I walk my dog as well) with Buti Yoga (think like a yoga/primal movement hybrid) for half an hour 3x a week to start.
Good morning Katie! I often find myself wishing I could lose weight (I’m 5’ 9” and I used to weight roughly 145 pounds, I currently weigh 183 pounds) I look at myself in the mirror and I’m not happy with what I see and the way it makes me feel. I have never been able to keep to a diet or consistently work out. I feel like I need a person to help motivate me to stay consistent and help me to achieve my fitness goal! I also have a thyroid condition ( I was diagnosed with Hashimoto Disease) and although I take my thyroid medication every day I often feel tired and burnt out. I downloaded your move app and wanted to join using the promotion you had going that gives you the first three months free that started on the 20th of this month but I was having trouble getting that promotion to work for me. I also would love to try all of your protein powders but unfortunately I’m on a tight budget and am unable to afford them. Everything you do truly inspires me to be better and I am so thankful that you’ve put so much time and effort into researching formulas and ingredients to put into your protein powders as well as your workouts to help so many women across the world achieve their fitness goals!
I have lost 40 lbs over the course of 2 yrs, it has been a slow but steady process. I can totally relate to everything you said in your video. Thanks for the words of encouragement. At this point in my life, if the friendships are not supportive of my health & fitness, they’re not worth having.
Congrats! That is MAJOR. I couldn't agree more, no time for those time of relationships. Surround yourself with people of the same mindset that are supportive.
I love your videos so much! I'm trying to look at budget-friendly pre and post workout meals/snacks as I would use your products as that is something I really want to pursue sometime in the future however with money it costs around £85 for one product due to delivery to the UK which isn't sustainable money-wise so I'm looking at alternatives. I'm also trying to be cautious with prices going up 😔
I'm struggling with having negative thoughts (e.g. not going to reach my goal/ going to disappoint myself etc). and it is difficult when people around you are not on this journey together. and i am wondering how to get rid of the last 6-10kg.
hey girl, as a trans woman i relate to the background of being self destructive and depression and all that, and you have inspired me to live healthiky
My things is I always tell myself every New Year that I’m going to go to the gym and get fit I’ve probably told myself that for the last 5 years this year I’ve actually been doing it going to the gym 2-3 times a week since December but I feel like I’m seeing no results losing weight I feel like I’m going in the opposite direction and gaining weight. I feel so discouraged and i feel like I’m doing something wrong. I’m going to keep sticking to it because I desperately want to see those results but it’s so damn hard. 😭
I wish I knew where to start with my weight loss journey. I feel so hopeless an like I'll never be able to lose my weight. I was always skinny until I hit my 20s then bam! I gained like 40 pounds in just a few months an now at 28 I'm 207 pounds. Last time I was skinny I was 18 and 142 pounds. I wanna be fit an confident!
I'm struggling so much with knowing what ingredients to buy and think of healthy recipes on a budget. I feel like I just naturally go towards the cheap, normally unhealthy, carbs to add to my meals
Have you checked out my Guiltless Recipe eBook? Would be a major help with this. my.lovesweatfitness.com/products/guiltless-nutrition-lifestyle-recipe-book
Hi Katie, I need some advice and weight loss tips. I'm trying to lose 53 pounds. What can I do for exercise besides my indoor bike and fitness videos? I gained a couple pounds recently.
check out her 5 min videos. She has 5 min arms, abs and legs. That's how i got started. Once i felt I could do more I did 2 five min videos and worked my way up. Slow and easy helps created sustainability and helps you create a lifestyle around it so you don't have to keep starting over. Her 5 min videos changed my life!
I'm addicted to fast food 😢 I have a uterine cancer so I need my hormones balanced. But when I go somewhere where I know that fast food is I can't help myself
I'm so sorry to hear about your cancer :\, please take care of yourself. They create fast food so that it becomes addicting. Break that habit for your health, you can do this!
I came across your youtube channel and started watching and noticed that you have hypothyroidism as I do for many years I am 63 and also post menopausal have struggled with losing weight....so my question is will your plan work for anyone that struggles with thyroid issues ????
Definitely! My workout app is great for anyone and I do have a specific Hypo Meal Plan that I would suggest checking out. my.lovesweatfitness.com/products/4-week-hot-body-meal-plan?variant=31740522299464
Hey there fellow viewers! I just finished watching this amazing video, and I have to say, Jonathan has an incredible ability to summarize complex topics. Not only that, but he gives great advice on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Speaking of which, I myself have struggled with weight loss in the past, but after changing to a plant-based diet, I lost Two Stone three years ago and have not gained it back since. I have also gained some helpful knowledge on how to fight overweight, and I would love to share it with you all. You can find the information in my bio. On another note, I was touched by the comments expressing sympathy for the loss of Diesel. Losing a furry companion can be heartbreaking, and I send my condolences to those who have gone through it. Lastly, I want to give a shoutout to the LSF community for helping people embrace and care for their bodies, no matter their size. And to the RUclipsr that I’ve been following for a year now, I want to express my gratitude for all the informative and super helpful videos that have helped me lose 50lbs despite my struggles with PCOS and hypothyroidism. Keep up the amazing work!
I’m so happy you’re where you’re at with your fitness journey and you’re at peace with your body💕. I’m still “a fat girl” and I FULLY EMBRACE IT 🥰. I treat my body well & love this body at any size. And this body loves me back. With the LSF community I’ve learned to love & care for my body through fitness and I’m so thankful for that.💕
I was overweight as a child I turned to food to cope with the trauma of being sexually abused but when I was 14 years old I decided to face what happened to me and make a change I don't remember how much I weight at the time but I do remember I was a size 20 I have managed to stay skinny after all these years I'm now a size 7 and 32 years old
Good for you Angela!!! You should be very proud of yourself ❤❤❤
Would you be open to talking the same thing happened to me really struggling now
Way to turn something bad into something good❤
Wow that’s amazing 🤩 good for you 🤍🤍🤍🤍 came out stronger after difficult times love that
🙏 I appreciate your honesty. Glad you are doing better. You deserve it. Keep up the good work.
Ive been following you for a year now, and I’ve managed to lose 50lbs with pcos and hypothyroidism, I just want to say that I’ve seen 100s of videos and you are the very few that are informative and super helpful and say every detail, you are amazing and I’m thankful for your channel.
I am SO proud of you Gabriela! Really happy my videos can be part of your journey.
Did you take the thyroid meds?
I love that you said to start with shorter workouts for sustainability because that is what you gave to me at the beginning of my journey (4 years ago now woah). Sleep was so important to me I only felt I could sacrifice 5 min a morning to get up earlier. So I did all your 5 min workouts over and over until I felt I could do 10 min. The slow progression and taking the pressure off to do so much before I was ready, made it easier to make this a lifestyle and not a yo yo diet workout. Thank you for you 5 min videos! They are exactly what a beginner needs. Your 5 min workouts changed my life!
Hello Katie, wow are our stories very similar! I'm currently at 190Ibs and working to lose 45Ibs. I also had a lot of trouble maintaining long workouts, my biggest problem being I never worked out, lifted or exercised much as a kid. I had to research so much just to figure out what types of lifting and exercise to begin with! Starting, I began with 15 mins a day, and slowly I've been working up to longer sessions; currently I do a 25 minute work out 5 days a week. I began in December at 217Ibs I'm very happy to see the progress i've made! A big motivator for me is watching others weight loss journeys, the before and after pictures give me so much hope and confidence! I remind myself everyday its all about my health, and its helped me love and respect my body so much more! Thank you for this great video
I eat whole foods, cooking everything from scratch, I have no motivation problems around my exercise routine, but I just struggle terribly with portion sizes/control. Any suggestions would be helpful🥰
I have been with LSF for a few years now. And I have changed so much! Changes are beautiful! ❤ Thank you!
I love hearing that! Proud of you 👏🏻
Awesome 😊 still trying to lose weight but getting there slowly but surely
You glowing 😊😊 I am doing my best to lose weight but no matter what I do I just keep picking up weight * it's so hard for me to lose weight I have to so dubble the work people do to lose weight and I feel like that is why I always give up my goals is to lose 10kgs but everytime I lose 2kgs and I check my weight again I picked up 4kgs...its so hard
Studies also reveal too much sleep is detrimental to your health too and can shorten your lifespan. i usually get 10 hours of sleep and still wake up feeling tired. 😮💨 My vitamin D3 levels have been low a few times before.
Im due to do a grocery shop tomorrow and will start to make some changes to my diet, if for no other reason than to feel better and take some stress off my body. But im totally with you on not knowing where to start or knowing whats truly healthy and what is deceptively healthy.
when I was at my worst (extremely problematic drinking/ED/overweight/self hating/total mess) me and some of my real close friends drifted apart, we never stopped having love for each other though, but they couldn’t be around me at that time and I retraced from them because I agreed! I was a mess! , where as the friends that stayed I eventually had to phase out once I started taking control of my life, I just couldn’t do it anymore, I wish the best for them but it just wasn’t working out. the thing is if 10 years ago you told me I cut those people off I would have been devastated, but in reality leaving those friendships in the past- it’s freedom , freedom to grow without explanation
I just want to say that you looked amazing before and now. I'm so happy you feel great with your progress. It's midway the challenge, and I'm stuck midway with my progress and trying to finish strong. Thanks for the information, and I plan to watch/rewatch the relationship video because I need it right now. 🙏 🤲
The most important thing is that you are taking that time for YOU and doing the challenge. Be patient with yourself, the results come when you remove the pressure in my experience.
I’m 15 and was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I weigh at least 50 lbs more than anybody in my class. For my entire life, I’ve eaten really well and working out everyday and play volleyball. I just can’t seem to lose weight no matter what I do. Is there anything that you think could help me.
I’m new here and I like the information that you’re sharing. I’ve been doing this mistake for years, working out for too many hours at once then feeling too tired for a few days to restart. Thank you! I’ll try the 40 minutes workout.
I love this! I’m two weeks postpartum and I want to just start feeling healthy again. Of course I have a major lack of sleep right now, so those hunger hormones are attacking me and I am having a hard time curbing my sweet cravings right now! I joined the spring slim down but since I didn’t get the clearance to workout yet, I’m mostly joining for the motivation for now and then I will absolutely have to join the next challenge for sure if you have one right after it! ❤🥰
I am struggling with belly bloat like never before. Currently doing SSD and I am excited for the end results! After week 1, I am feeling great. Thank you so much for always sharing and all the inspiration ! 💕
Thanks for sharing this. I'm restarting my journey to a healthier lifestyle and I really appreciate all these, but especially the tip about losing weight not "automatically" meanung increased confidence... gives me a lot to think about and reflect on!
I love the one about relationships changing and your perspective on it!!!
It was honestly a major turning point for me. I never realized what a negative impact some of my relationships had, one day it really clicked.
Hi Katie! Thanks for the video. These are simple things that I can do but still struggle with. I consistently sleep less than 6 hours trying to balance work and school. I've always thought I needed to do super long workouts to see the weight loss results. I'm definitely going to start by adding these 2 tips to my routine as best as I can.
Love your videos, thank you for all the inspiration
I started my journey in November and took a pause from March-June (recovering from burnout), I’m down from 210 to 185. My goal is 145-155. I’ve dealt with atypical anorexia since I was 12, and my weight has been flying up and down since I first got tossed into treatment at 16. My last time in treatment I was improperly refed (ironically not fed enough to recover from the severity of restriction, due to medical fatphobia and I was a size 4) and gained 60 pounds. I left treatment unhappy and just as disordered. I was starving during the day and eating a days worth of food at night. I felt like shit all the time. Then one day something clicked and I started tracking macros with the intention of nourishment, not losing weight as fast as possible. I discovered cut cycling (3 weeks in a cut 1 week at maintenance), eating consistently through the day, and eating 90-100g of protein a day. My life changed. Apart from the weight loss (which I’m still working on) I’ve never felt so sane in my life. Now I’m trying to incorporate working out again (I used to have a really bad relationship with working out too. I’m on my feet for my job and I walk my dog as well) with Buti Yoga (think like a yoga/primal movement hybrid) for half an hour 3x a week to start.
I love this video !!! It’s so good . Katie your hair looks beautiful and so healthy!!!
This was a great video. Thank you for being so open and honest. This is the best advice.
good morning from Texas struggling with eating healthy dont know where to start
Good morning Katie! I often find myself wishing I could lose weight (I’m 5’ 9” and I used to weight roughly 145 pounds, I currently weigh 183 pounds) I look at myself in the mirror and I’m not happy with what I see and the way it makes me feel. I have never been able to keep to a diet or consistently work out. I feel like I need a person to help motivate me to stay consistent and help me to achieve my fitness goal! I also have a thyroid condition ( I was diagnosed with Hashimoto Disease) and although I take my thyroid medication every day I often feel tired and burnt out. I downloaded your move app and wanted to join using the promotion you had going that gives you the first three months free that started on the 20th of this month but I was having trouble getting that promotion to work for me. I also would love to try all of your protein powders but unfortunately I’m on a tight budget and am unable to afford them. Everything you do truly inspires me to be better and I am so thankful that you’ve put so much time and effort into researching formulas and ingredients to put into your protein powders as well as your workouts to help so many women across the world achieve their fitness goals!
I have lost 40 lbs over the course of 2 yrs, it has been a slow but steady process. I can totally relate to everything you said in your video. Thanks for the words of encouragement. At this point in my life, if the friendships are not supportive of my health & fitness, they’re not worth having.
Congrats! That is MAJOR. I couldn't agree more, no time for those time of relationships. Surround yourself with people of the same mindset that are supportive.
Hello Katie. Congratulations on your weight loss. You're looking fit and fantastic. 👍👍
i needed this video SO much, Katie. Thank you ❤❤❤❤
I’m 48 I’m having a hard time losing my belly 5 years ago I would lose it fast now it taking forever 😢
I love your videos so much! I'm trying to look at budget-friendly pre and post workout meals/snacks as I would use your products as that is something I really want to pursue sometime in the future however with money it costs around £85 for one product due to delivery to the UK which isn't sustainable money-wise so I'm looking at alternatives. I'm also trying to be cautious with prices going up 😔
My diet!! I’m such a picky eater so I never know what to eat and nothing taste good. I know that sounds horrible, but that’s my biggest struggle
I'm struggling with having negative thoughts (e.g. not going to reach my goal/ going to disappoint myself etc). and it is difficult when people around you are not on this journey together. and i am wondering how to get rid of the last 6-10kg.
I am trying to get motivated to just start.
Love these tip videos❤
hey girl, as a trans woman i relate to the background of being self destructive and depression and all that, and you have inspired me to live healthiky
My things is I always tell myself every New Year that I’m going to go to the gym and get fit I’ve probably told myself that for the last 5 years this year I’ve actually been doing it going to the gym 2-3 times a week since December but I feel like I’m seeing no results losing weight I feel like I’m going in the opposite direction and gaining weight. I feel so discouraged and i feel like I’m doing something wrong. I’m going to keep sticking to it because I desperately want to see those results but it’s so damn hard. 😭
Do you have a video on how I many calories/protein/fat/carbs I need in a day?
I wish I knew where to start with my weight loss journey. I feel so hopeless an like I'll never be able to lose my weight. I was always skinny until I hit my 20s then bam! I gained like 40 pounds in just a few months an now at 28 I'm 207 pounds. Last time I was skinny I was 18 and 142 pounds. I wanna be fit an confident!
I'm struggling with my low thiroide 😢 I'm feeling that I'm not getting anywhere with trying hard to loose the weight..
I'm struggling so much with knowing what ingredients to buy and think of healthy recipes on a budget. I feel like I just naturally go towards the cheap, normally unhealthy, carbs to add to my meals
Have you checked out my Guiltless Recipe eBook? Would be a major help with this. my.lovesweatfitness.com/products/guiltless-nutrition-lifestyle-recipe-book
i struggle with working out
Also, how can I get your broccoli soup recipe? :)
I’m struggling with finding the energy to workout with a toddler.
Hi Katie,
I need some advice and weight loss tips. I'm trying to lose 53 pounds. What can I do for exercise besides my indoor bike and fitness videos? I gained a couple pounds recently.
check out her 5 min videos. She has 5 min arms, abs and legs. That's how i got started. Once i felt I could do more I did 2 five min videos and worked my way up. Slow and easy helps created sustainability and helps you create a lifestyle around it so you don't have to keep starting over. Her 5 min videos changed my life!
Belly fat @48 and never reached my goal on this 2 decade journey
I definitely need some help. I am post menopausal and can’t seem to lose this extra 15 pounds
Why do you sometimes use steel cut oats but other times you use rolled oats? I'm just curious! :)
Hi Katie! Question. Do you have any certifications? Nutrition? Fitness? Thank you!
Yes! I'm a Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutrition Specialist
I'm addicted to fast food 😢 I have a uterine cancer so I need my hormones balanced. But when I go somewhere where I know that fast food is I can't help myself
I'm so sorry to hear about your cancer :\, please take care of yourself. They create fast food so that it becomes addicting. Break that habit for your health, you can do this!
I came across your youtube channel and started watching and noticed that you have hypothyroidism as I do for many years I am 63 and also post menopausal have struggled with losing weight....so my question is will your plan work for anyone that struggles with thyroid issues ????
Definitely! My workout app is great for anyone and I do have a specific Hypo Meal Plan that I would suggest checking out. my.lovesweatfitness.com/products/4-week-hot-body-meal-plan?variant=31740522299464
Hey there fellow viewers! I just finished watching this amazing video, and I have to say, Jonathan has an incredible ability to summarize complex topics. Not only that, but he gives great advice on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Speaking of which, I myself have struggled with weight loss in the past, but after changing to a plant-based diet, I lost Two Stone three years ago and have not gained it back since. I have also gained some helpful knowledge on how to fight overweight, and I would love to share it with you all. You can find the information in my bio.
On another note, I was touched by the comments expressing sympathy for the loss of Diesel. Losing a furry companion can be heartbreaking, and I send my condolences to those who have gone through it.
Lastly, I want to give a shoutout to the LSF community for helping people embrace and care for their bodies, no matter their size. And to the RUclipsr that I’ve been following for a year now, I want to express my gratitude for all the informative and super helpful videos that have helped me lose 50lbs despite my struggles with PCOS and hypothyroidism. Keep up the amazing work!
Katie, your hair looks gorgeous! Have you been doing anything new?
thank you! Our new blend Natural Beauty is honestly the biggest change, the ingredients we use impact hair as well, not just skin.
👍👍👍
I’m so happy you’re where you’re at with your fitness journey and you’re at peace with your body💕.
I’m still “a fat girl” and I FULLY EMBRACE IT 🥰. I treat my body well & love this body at any size. And this body loves me back.
With the LSF community I’ve learned to love & care for my body through fitness and I’m so thankful for that.💕
Struggling so hard with not caving for treats and over eating 😩🫠
you helped modified my mindset that shorter workouts are still effective and better chance for sustainability. thank you for that! all good points! 🫶🏼
So glad that resonated. I know I always felt like I had to workout for hours to see results, it really stops people from even getting started.
Awesome 😊 still trying to lose weight but getting there slowly but surely