Episode #226

We’ve all been there — things are going great, the scale is moving, fasting feels easy… and then suddenly, everything stops. In this episode, Coaches Terri and Heather open up an honest conversation about plateaus: what causes them, why they’re normal, and how to move through them without losing your motivation.

From dialing up your fasting rhythm to rethinking “healthy” foods that might be slowing your progress, this chat dives into the real-life adjustments that make a difference. They also explore how stress, sleep, and lifestyle habits play a bigger role than we often realize — and how to find balance again when things stall.

If you’re feeling stuck or discouraged, this episode will remind you that plateaus aren’t failure — they’re part of the process. Listen in for encouragement, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way.

💭 What’s one lifestyle habit (not food or fasting!) that could help you move past your current plateau?

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Timestamps:

00:00 Not coming for your cheese — promise!

00:16 Why plateaus happen after early success

02:59 When to go beyond 24-hour fasts

05:23 Are “healthy” foods slowing you down?

08:00 Surprising glucose responses & tracking tips

10:43 The cheese and nuts conversation

14:10 Sneaky foods and inflammation

17:07 Restaurant traps and “hidden sugars”

18:24 Stress, planning, and lifestyle habits

21:14 The importance of “safety foods”

24:57 Why stress management = weight management

27:59 Proactive self-care and emotional awareness

30:46 You can’t change your body without changing your life

33:20 Focus on lifestyle, not just fasting

37:04 Pick two tips to carry with you

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 other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. 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.

Episode #225

In this powerful Member Transformation episode, Coach Terri sits down with Kirsten Hopkinson to explore how fasting has become more than just a weight-loss tool—it’s reshaped her identity, health, and outlook on life.

Kirsten shares how she’s lost 50 pounds since joining The Fasting Method, lowered her A1C from pre-diabetic to healthy range, and discovered the deeper “why” driving her journey. From morning walks and mindset shifts to overcoming old habits and finding strength in community support, Kirsten’s story is about creating sustainable change and living with purpose.

If you’re ready to move beyond diets and into a lifestyle of self-care, resilience, and transformation, this conversation will inspire you to take the next step.

✨ Ready to start your own transformation? Join The Fasting Method Community today and get the tools, coaching, and support you need to create lasting change.

https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/

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Summary Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

01:22 Starting the Journey

02:45 What’s Different This Time

04:25 Finding a North Star

07:11 Power of Community

11:09 Struggles & Support

15:47 Beyond Fasting

17:35 Letting Go of Numbing Tools

19:13 Feeling Big Emotions

21:46 Transformation Beyond the Scale

23:19 Advice for Beginners

27:31 Picturing the Future

28:34 Redefining Self-Care

29:16 Closing Thoughts

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 other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. 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.

Episode #224

In this Turbo Talk, Coach Terri Lance explores three powerful mindset shifts that can make all the difference in your fasting and health journey.

Instead of treating fasting as a quick fix, Terri invites you to reframe it as part of a self-care practice, pair it with supportive lifestyle choices, and address the deeper relationship with food that often drives our health struggles.

She offers practical insights into:

• Why fasting alone isn’t enough
• How true self-care goes beyond indulgence
• How creating joy and fulfillment in your life can reduce the pull of emotional eating

✨ If you’re ready to move from simply “doing fasting” to truly transforming your health and well-being, this episode is for you.

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Summary Timestamps

00:00 Introduction: Why fasting isn’t a magic bullet

00:50 Mindset #1: This journey is about self-care, not self-punishment

05:30 Rethinking what real self-care looks like (beyond coffee treats and takeout)

12:00 Mindset #2: Fasting is powerful, but it needs support from lifestyle choices

18:30 Why focusing only on fasting can backfire

22:00 The role of nutrition, movement, and rest in amplifying fasting’s benefits

26:30 Mindset #3: Addressing your relationship with food

32:00 Why food has become our coping tool for stress, boredom, and lack of joy

36:00 Building joy, fulfillment, and creativity as alternatives to emotional eating

41:00 Closing reflections: Fasting as part of true life transformation

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 other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. 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.