Where to Start on Your Weight Loss Journey

About Where to Start on Your Weight Loss Journey

This mini podcast hosted by Daryl Perry of Your Level Fitness shows you where to start on your weight loss journey.

Publisher

Daryl Perry

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Feb 2025

Latest episode

20 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Jul 2026

   July 2026 Forever Active Lifestyle Trends: Where the Conversation Is Heading Next

   If you want to see the complete Weight Management Trends Report for July 2026, including all of the topics covered throughout this series, visit: https://yourlevelfitness.com/lifestyle/weight-management-trends-july-2026 In this final installment of the Weight Management Trends Report for July 2026, I explore where the conversation around long term weight management is heading and why more people are shifting their focus away from simply losing weight and toward building a forever active lifestyle they can actually maintain. As more people reach their weight loss goals, the questions are changing. Instead of asking how to lose the weight, more people are asking how to maintain it, improve their quality of life, and create habits they genuinely enjoy for years to come. In this episode, we discuss: • Why the conversation is shifting from weight loss to long term weight management. • How consistency is becoming more valuable than relying on motivation. • Why quality of life is becoming a more meaningful measure of success. • The growing role of mental and emotional health in long term weight management. • How building a sustainable lifestyle is becoming more important than following the perfect plan. I also share why lasting success comes from creating an approach that fits your preferences instead of forcing yourself to follow someone else's system. When your eating habits, movement, and routines support the life you actually want to live, maintaining your progress becomes far more realistic than constantly chasing another diet. If you're ready to move beyond temporary weight loss and begin building a forever active lifestyle that works with your life instead of against it, this episode will help you think differently about what long term success can truly look like. If you want to continue the conversation around building a forever active lifestyle, join the live streams: https://yourlevelfitness.com/stream

2. 

   13 Jul 2026

   July 2026 Weight Management Trends: Under-Discussed Topics Worth Watching

   Building a sustainable approach to weight management isn't about finding the perfect program. It's about creating a lifestyle that actually fits your life. In this episode, we explore several of the emerging weight management conversations that deserve more attention. Instead of chasing short term results, we focus on building habits around your preferences, creating an environment that supports long term success, and learning to define progress in ways that go far beyond the number on the scale. Topics include: • Learning to trust yourself around food again • Making healthy habits fit your real life • Measuring progress beyond the scale • Building an environment that supports long term success • Defining success on your own terms If you've found yourself stuck in the cycle of starting over, jumping from one program to the next, or trying to force yourself into a lifestyle you never truly wanted, this episode offers a different perspective. A forever active lifestyle isn't about following someone else's rules. It's about creating a way of living that aligns with your preferences, supports your goals, and is something you genuinely want to continue for years to come. Read the complete July 2026 Weight Management Trends Report: https://yourlevelfitness.com/lifestyle/weight-management-trends-july-2026 Build your own Forever Active Lifestyle with the YLF Framework: https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework Continue the conversation by joining the live streams: https://yourlevelfitness.com/stream

3. 

   6 Jul 2026

   July 2026 Weight Management Trends: The Biggest Searches Right Now

   Every month, I'll be taking a closer look at the conversations shaping the future of weight management. Instead of focusing on the latest fad or viral trend, I'm looking at what people are actually searching for, the questions they're asking, and how those conversations connect to building a sustainable, forever active lifestyle. This episode is the first in a three-part series based on the Weight Management Trends: July 2026 report. Today, we're exploring the biggest topics people are searching for right now, from weight regain and long-term maintenance to protein, exercise, consistency, and how to stop feeling like you're constantly starting over. Throughout the conversation, I expand on the report by sharing my perspective on why so many traditional approaches fall short and why I believe lasting success begins by building your lifestyle around your own preferences, not someone else's plan. In this episode, I discuss: • Why weight regain is one of the biggest conversations happening right now • How to stop viewing maintenance as something that starts after weight loss • Building a lifestyle around your preferences instead of restriction • Why consistency becomes easier when your plan actually fits your life • My thoughts on protein recommendations and finding an approach you can sustain • Walking, strength training, and creating a balanced exercise routine • How to stop feeling like you're constantly starting over • Why progress comes from operating from a calm headspace and moving at a deliberate pace This episode is meant to start a conversation, not end one. If you'd like to read the complete Weight Management Trends: July 2026 report, you can find it here: Weight Management Trends https://yourlevelfitness.com/lifestyle/weight-management-trends-july-2026 If you'd like to explore the complete Your Level Fitness Framework, including the planning system and resources I reference throughout this episode: The Your Level Fitness Framework https://yourlevelfitness.com/framework If you'd like to continue the conversation and join our live community discussions during the week: Join the YLF Live Streams https://yourlevelfitness.com/stream I'd also love to hear your thoughts. If this episode sparked an idea, raised a question, or connected with your own experience, send me an email. Many of the questions and conversations from listeners help shape future reports, podcast episodes, and discussions throughout the Your Level Fitness community. Next week, we'll continue this series by exploring the under-discussed weight management topics that people are searching for but aren't getting enough attention, followed by a look at the emerging conversations that may shape where weight management is headed next month.

4. 

   8 May 2026

   How to Begin Losing Weight Without Chasing Perfection

   This episode was originally recorded for the Life During and After GLP-1 Podcast, but I felt like it was an incredibly important conversation to share here because I think it gives a realistic look at what the weight loss journey can actually look like in 2026. If you are just getting started, this episode will help you understand that weight loss is about far more than simply losing pounds. It is about learning how to build a lifestyle, navigate mindset shifts, improve your relationship with food, and create habits that you can realistically maintain long term. In this conversation, Brian and I talk openly about GLP-1 medications, food noise, body image, emotional eating, motivation, setbacks, confidence, and the mental side of changing your life. We also discuss something that a lot of people are experiencing right now, the realization that losing weight does not automatically solve every emotional struggle or insecurity. The physical transformation is only one part of the process. What I think makes this conversation especially valuable for beginners is that it shows the importance of building sustainable habits from the start instead of chasing perfection, extremes, or quick fixes. Long-term success usually comes from learning how to adjust, reflect, and continue showing up consistently even when things are difficult. If you are at the beginning of your journey, or if you are trying to rebuild your approach after years of dieting, this episode will help you think about weight loss from a more realistic and sustainable perspective. Connect with Brian: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brianrantsaboutstuff Linktree: https://linktr.ee/brianrantsaboutstuff New to Your Level Fitness? https://yourlevelfitness.com

5. 

   16 Feb 2025

   Start where you are, do what you can

   Starting your weight loss journey—or restarting after a long break—can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I break down why it’s crucial to start where you are and do what you can. Too often, we compare ourselves to where we used to be or what others are doing, leading to frustration and burnout. Instead, I’ll show you how to focus on your abilities, build momentum, and create a sustainable foundation for your forever active lifestyle. Your journey is unique, and wherever you're starting from is more than enough. Tune in for practical insights on making progress at your own pace. Please share this episode with anyone you think would be interested in listening to it. For comments, questions, topic ideas, or possible collaborations, please email daryl@yourlevelfitness.com.