
Fat Acceptance Is Not the Same as Health Stop dieting. Start choosing. That principle exposes why so many people stay stuck, and it also explains why fat acceptance activism keeps gaining traction. Treating people with respect matters. No one deserves to be bullied for their body. That is basic human decency. What does not hold…

Let’s be real: the appeal of quick fixes is strong. We’ve all seen the ads—“Lose 10 pounds in a week!” or “Melt belly fat with this one simple trick!” It’s tempting, isn’t it? I’ve been there, drawn in by the promises of rapid results. But let me tell you, those shortcuts are nothing more than…

As an executive, your days are packed with meetings, deadlines, and decisions—leaving little room for focusing on your health. But the truth is, losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn’t require hours in the gym or drastic diets. In my book, Shut Up and Choose, I emphasize making small, consistent choices that fit into…

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,…

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.…

Welcome to Shut Up and Choose, where the journey to a healthier, happier life begins! I’m Jonathan Ressler, your dedicated coach and guide. With my unique philosophy of “Live Life – Love Food – Lose Weight,” I’ve helped countless individuals transform their lives without the stress of restrictive diets or extreme workout regimens. My approach…
In the latest episode of “Shut Up and Choose,” titled “Find Your ‘Why’: The Secret Sauce to Staying on Track,” host Jonathan Ressler shares his inspiring journey of losing over 140 pounds. This episode delves deep into the core of sustainable weight loss by emphasizing the importance of understanding your true motivation, or “why,” beyond…

In the latest episode of “Shut Up and Choose,” Jonathan Ressler tackles one of the most glorified yet destructive concepts in the diet world—cheat days. The episode, titled “Cheat Days Are Bullsh*t: Why Balance Beats Binging for Real Weight Loss,” delves deep into why the idea of cheat days can be counterproductive for long-term weight…
Hey everybody. This is Jonathan Ressler here with an emergency public service announcement for all of the overweight and obese people out there who complain about how hard weight loss is. I posted about my journey on Reddit and some guy got back to me and was complaining that my message sounded spammy and clickbait. …
What if everything you thought you knew about weight loss was wrong? That’s the provocative question Jonathan Ressler tackles in the latest episode of his podcast, “Shut Up and Choose.” This episode, titled “Shut Up About Calorie Counting – The Smarter Way to Lose Weight,” takes a deep dive into the controversial topic of calorie…