• 7 Easy Ways to Cut Calories Without Extra Effort

    7 Easy Ways to Cut Calories Without Extra Effort

    Let’s face it—losing weight doesn’t need to feel like a second job. You don’t have to overhaul your entire lifestyle, give up your favorite foods, or spend every waking moment thinking about calories. Sometimes, the simplest, smallest tweaks can make the biggest difference. The reality is, weight loss is more about consistency than perfection. You

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  • It’s Called a Calorie Deficit, Dummy: The Real Secret to Weight Loss

    It’s Called a Calorie Deficit, Dummy: The Real Secret to Weight Loss

    Weight loss is often described as a journey, but sometimes, it feels more like navigating a confusing, never-ending maze. Every corner seems to have a new twist—whether it’s the latest diet trend, miracle supplement, or celebrity-endorsed workout plan. The promise is always the same: fast and effortless results. But if you’ve ever tried losing weight,

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  • 7 Weight Loss Beliefs I Will Never Apologize For

    7 Weight Loss Beliefs I Will Never Apologize For

    In a world full of crash diets, “miracle” weight loss hacks, and unrealistic expectations, I’m proud to stand firm on what I know works. It’s not about obsessing over calories or chasing a mythical “ideal” body. It’s about owning my small, smart choices and making sustainable, lasting changes. Here are 7 beliefs I will never

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  • The Hidden Calorie Trap: Why Your 1,500 Calorie Diet Isn’t Working

    The Hidden Calorie Trap: Why Your 1,500 Calorie Diet Isn’t Working

    Ever felt like you’re doing everything right on your diet but still not seeing the results you want? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there, following the rules, eating what seems like the right amount, and yet—no change on the scale. You think you’re eating a solid 1,500 calories a day, and yet, nothing happens.

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  • Four Bites to Freedom: Enjoy Your Favorite Foods Without Blowing Your Diet!

    Four Bites to Freedom: Enjoy Your Favorite Foods Without Blowing Your Diet!

    Ever wonder if you can enjoy your favorite foods without blowing your weight loss efforts? If that’s you, welcome to the “Rule of Four,” featured in the latest episode of Shut Up and Choose, hosted by me, Jonathan Ressler. Let’s face it, dieting sucks when it makes you cut out all the things you love.

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  • Live Life, Love Food, Lose Weight: Why Joy Beats Dieting for Sustainable Results

    Live Life, Love Food, Lose Weight: Why Joy Beats Dieting for Sustainable Results

    In the latest episode of Shut Up and Choose, host Jonathan Ressler delves into a revolutionary approach to weight loss that rejects traditional dieting in favor of a joyful, balanced lifestyle. The episode, titled “Live Life, Love Food, Lose Weight: Why Joy Beats Dieting for Sustainable Results,” emphasizes transforming your relationship with food and yourself

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  • Fitness Coaches Are All Frauds

    Fitness Coaches Are All Frauds

    In the latest episode of “Shut Up and Choose,” host Jonathan Ressler takes listeners on an eye-opening journey through the world of sustainable weight loss. Titled “Shut Up About Fitness Coaches: Why They Don’t Know Weight Loss Like We Do!,” this episode dives deep into the misconceptions surrounding weight loss, especially those perpetuated by fitness

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  • Embrace the Journey

    Embrace the Journey

    In the latest episode of “Shut Up and Choose,” Jonathan Ressler takes a sledgehammer to the toxic, snake-oil nonsense of fad diets. The episode, titled “Breaking Free From Fad Diets to Achieve Lasting Health,” is a breath of fresh air in the smog-filled world of weight loss gimmicks. Jonathan, being his usual no-BS self, lays

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  • Embracing Life First: The Right Way to Approach Your Weight Loss Journey

    Embracing Life First: The Right Way to Approach Your Weight Loss Journey

    When I embarked on my weight loss journey, I quickly realized that the focus shouldn’t be solely on losing weight. It’s easy to get caught up in the numbers on the scale, obsessing over every calorie and workout, but that approach is not only exhausting; it’s unsustainable. Instead, I discovered that the key to lasting

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  • Live Life, Love Food, Lose Weight – Embrace the Joy of Living

    Introduction As you know, my name is Jonathan Ressler and I lost a shitload of weight without any diets, shots or any other gimmicks. I figured out that I needed to Live Life – Love Food – Lose Weight if I really wanted to lose weight and keep it off. I was tired of yo-yo

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