In this episode I interview Esther, who recently completed my 90-day coaching service and dropped 13 pounds and 12% body fat, while also gaining a ton of strength (when she started the program, she struggled to deadlift the bar, and now she’s approaching her body weight for reps). As with everything, nothing ever goes exactly as planned, and learning to adjust and adapt to conditions is an important part of the fitness game, which is something Esther experienced firsthand. She ran into a number of roadblocks along the way that most of us can relate to, including issues with balancing work with her workouts, getting her meal planning just right, and dealing with hunger and cravings, dietary temptations, peer pressure, and more, and in our chat, Esther shares what has helped her navigate these barriers skillfully and prevent them from getting in her way. So, if you like hearing motivational stories about how people have changed their bodies and lives, and if you want to pick up a few tips that may help you in your personal journey, then this episode is for you. 3:52 - What was your fitness story before you started our coaching program? 4:53 - Did you try dieting before our coaching program? 5:58 - What led you to look for diet and exercise solutions? 7:09 - How is your lifestyle so busy? 7:48 - What were your results before and after our coaching program? 12:25 - What was your diet like before you started our coaching program? 15:40 - What was your diet during our coaching program? 20:02 - How did our coaching program build your willpower for diet and exercise? 21:36 - Why was the coaching program difficult for you in the beginning? 32:05 - What was your exercise program during our coaching program? 35:54 - What were your results after our coaching program? 35:55 - What were people’s reactions to your diet and exercise program? 37:42 - What are some myths with women and lifting? 46:19 - How has getting fit impact other areas of your life? 50:27 - What’s your plan after our coaching program? Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength and lose fat faster? Sign up for my free newsletter! Click here: https://www.muscleforlife.com/signup/