Many people start the new year with big goals—only to feel burned out, overwhelmed, or off track a few weeks later. In this episode, Lisa Nelson breaks down why motivation fades, why extreme resolutions don’t last, and how to reset without starting over.

Lisa walks you through how to refocus on what actually moves the needle, identify the habits that matter most, and stay consistent even when life gets busy—whether that’s work, family, travel, or social events (hello, Mardi Gras). This episode is all about strategy over effort, progress over perfection, and building momentum that lasts.

Whether your goal is improving your nutrition, running stronger, building consistency with workouts, or simply having more energy in daily life, this episode will help you trust the process and keep going—even when things aren’t perfect.

This episode covers:

• Why motivation fades around weeks 3–4 of the year
• Why consistency matters more than willpower or extremes
• How to identify the 1–3 habits that make the biggest impact
• Giving yourself grace instead of falling into all-or-nothing thinking
• How to stay on track during busy seasons and social events
• Strategy vs. effort—and why trying harder isn’t the answer

What You Will Learn:

• Why extreme goals often lead to burnout
• How small, consistent habits drive long-term results
• How to reset when you fall off track
• How to stay consistent—even when motivation is low

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & Resetting Motivation
01:15 – New Year Goals vs Sustainable Habits
03:00 – Why Motivation Fades After a Few Weeks
05:00 – Progress Over Perfection
06:45 – Identifying the Habits That Matter Most
08:30 – Real-Life Barriers: Time, Energy & Busy Seasons
10:30 – Strategy Over Effort
12:30 – Trusting the Process
14:15 – Final Encouragement & Next Steps

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Many people start the new year with big goals—only to feel burned out or discouraged a few weeks later. In this episode, Lisa Nelson breaks down why extreme resolutions often fail and how small, consistent habits lead to lasting results.

Lisa walks you through how to envision your goals, identify the habits that actually move the needle, and remove the barriers that keep you stuck. This episode is all about sustainability, self-awareness, and creating momentum—without perfection or restriction.

Whether your goal is improving your nutrition, running stronger, sleeping better, or building healthier routines overall, this episode will help you approach the new year with clarity, balance, and confidence.

This conversation covers:

• Why consistency beats motivation and extremes
• How to set goals and celebrate progress
• Identifying 1–3 habits that make the biggest difference
• Overcoming common barriers like time, scrolling, and burnout
• Replacing unhelpful habits with realistic alternatives

What You Will Learn:

• Why extreme goals lead to burnout
• How small habits drive lasting results
• How to remove barriers to consistency
• Simple strategies to stay motivated—even when you don’t feel like it

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & New Year Mindset
01:00 – Resolutions vs. Sustainable Habits
02:30 – Visualizing Your Health & Life Goals
04:15 – Celebrating Progress (Not Just the Finish Line)
05:30 – Identifying 1–3 Key Habits
06:45 – Why We Avoid the Habits We Need Most
08:15 – Time, Sleep, Food Prep & Real-Life Barriers
10:00 – Scrolling, Distraction & Energy Drain
11:30 – Replacing Habits Without Restriction
13:00 – Motivation vs. Action
14:15 – Setting Realistic, Sustainable Goals
15:00 – Final Encouragement & Next Steps

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Many runners and fitness-minded people unintentionally under-fuel—especially when trying to “eat clean” or lose weight. In this episode, Lisa Nelson explains why eating too little during the day often leads to overeating at night, low energy, and stalled progress.

This conversation covers:

• The signs of under-fueling
• Why cutting calories and carbs hurts performance
• How metabolism adapts to chronic under-eating
• The role of decision fatigue in food choices
• Planning meals and snacks to stay consistent
• Protein, calories, sleep, and energy basics

If you’re struggling with fatigue, nighttime overeating, or feeling stuck despite your efforts, this episode will help you rethink how much—and how often—you should be eating.

What You Will Learn (Short Version)

• Signs you’re under-fueling and why it backfires
• Why skipping meals leads to nighttime overeating
• How under-eating affects energy, metabolism, and performance
• Easy tips for balanced meals, snacks, and pre-planning
• Nighttime fueling strategies that support your goals

⏱️ Chapters (Short Version)

00:00 – Intro – Why under-fueling matters
01:00 – What Under-Fueling Looks Like – Cutting calories & carbs can backfire
03:00 – Nighttime Overeating – Why hunger hits after a “clean” day
05:00 – Balanced Meals & Snacks – Fuel for energy and performance
08:00 – Planning Ahead – Pre-decide meals to avoid mindless eating
10:00 – Nighttime Fueling Tips – Smart snacks without guilt
12:00 – Energy, Sleep & Recovery – How fueling affects overall health
14:00 – How Much Is Enough? – Simple calorie & protein guidance
16:00 – Final Encouragement – Key takeaways & next steps

https://transformnutrition.fit/

Are you looking to get your nutrition fine-tuned to finally see results or just feel healthier or improve your overall health? Book a FREE strategy session HERE: https://transformnutrition.fit/contac...

Get the free meal guide here: https://lisa-nelson-d78f.mykajabi.com...

nutrition for runners, sports nutrition, macronutrients explained, meal planning for fitness, healthy eating habits, pre-workout meals, post-workout recovery, hydration tips, fitness performance, wellness podcast, Lisa Nelson, Fuel Your Finish, performance nutrition, balanced meals, dietitian tips, running nutrition, workout fuel, strength training nutrition, gym nutrition