Most women are chasing “tone” with the wrong plan. In this episode, I break down what toned actually means, the workouts and diet habits that are wasting your time, and the clear path to visible muscle definition you can sustain.

Episode highlights

• Defining “tone” and common myths that keep women stuck
• The hidden cost of chronic dieting and constant cardio
• Why protein, calories, and recovery are non-negotiable for a toned look
• The workouts that suck for toning and the ones that actually build shape

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Most women don’t struggle to lose weight. They struggle to keep it off. In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I break down the Balance phase of my 3-phase method (Build → Burn → Balance) so you can maintain your results within 3–5 lbs without living on a diet. You’ll learn how to transition off tracking, navigate events and vacations, and build the identity and habits that make maintenance feel normal.

Webinar invitation
I’m hosting a free live workshop, How to Lose 20+ lbs in 6 Months Without Dieting, on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. Registration opens Monday, October 6, 2025. Seats are limited to 100.

If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please email me at iman@builtbybalancefitness.com or message me on Instagram or Facebook!

Most women think fat loss means cutting out carbs, skipping meals, or eating 1,200 calories a day. Those approaches don’t work long-term — they leave you hungry, frustrated, and stuck in the same cycle of losing and regaining weight.

In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I’m breaking down how to set up a Burn Phase the right way — a structured fat loss phase that actually gets results without feeling miserable or restricted. You’ll learn step by step how to eat in a way that supports your metabolism, preserves muscle, and still leaves room for flexibility (yes, even for French fries or a night out).

Here’s what you’ll discover inside:

• Why simply “eating less” or “cutting portions” backfires every time.
• The 4 key steps to setting up a calorie deficit that works (without wrecking your energy or hormones).
• How to figure out your protein target and build the rest of your macros around it.
• Real client stories of women who finally started losing weight when they stopped chasing extremes.
• What success really looks like in a Burn Phase (hint: it’s more than the number on the scale).
• The common pitfalls that stall fat loss — and how to avoid them.
• Why Burn is temporary, and how to know when it’s time to exit.

If you’ve been dieting for years but never felt like your results stick, this episode will show you why and give you a clear roadmap for what to do differently.

Resources & Next Steps:

If you’re ready to go through a Burn Phase the right way — with guidance, accountability, and a plan designed for your body — I can help. In my 1:1 coaching program, I walk you step by step through a healthy and successful fat loss phase, making sure your deficit is effective and sustainable.

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with the word BURN and we’ll see if you’re ready to get started.

If you have lost weight and gained it back, it is not a willpower problem. It is a setup problem. In this episode, I explain Phase 1 of our program, the Build phase, and why skipping it makes results short-lived. You will learn how to prime your metabolism, dial in habits, and know exactly when you are ready to enter a fat loss phase with confidence.

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You are doing the workouts. You eat pretty well. Yet the scale stays stuck and your body feels like it is fighting you. In this conversation with Coach Megan, we dig into why high-achieving women often plateau even when the strategy looks “perfect,” and how nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and learning to soften can unlock fat loss, better sleep, and a calmer mind.

What we cover

• Why “doing more” stops working when your stress bucket is overflowing
• How trauma and chronic stress show up physically through thyroid issues, gut symptoms, insomnia, and migraines
• The difference between being in your head vs being in your body, and why connection to your body changes results
• Masculine vs feminine energy in daily life and how softening improves recovery, hormones, and body composition
• Emotional eating through a trauma lens and practical replacements for comfort that actually regulate your nervous system
• Rest that actually restores you: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual
• How to rebuild self-trust with tiny, repeatable practices so consistency stops feeling like a fight

Connect with Coach Megan:

Website: https://www.trifectacollective.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trifecta_collective/

Podcast: https://trifectacollective.libsyn.com/

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In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I sit down with my client Jordan to share her full journey — from where she started to where she is now. We go beyond the quick wins and talk about what it really takes to lose weight and keep it off, even when life throws curveballs.

Jordan opens up about her struggles with food, consistency, and motivation, and how she was able to push through those challenges with the right structure, coaching, and mindset shifts. Together, we break down the phases of her journey and highlight the exact habits that made the difference for her fat loss and energy.

You’ll walk away with a realistic picture of what sustainable weight loss looks like, including the ups, the downs, and the breakthroughs.

Who should listen:

• Women who feel like they’ve “tried everything” but can’t seem to lose weight.
• Anyone frustrated with dieting on and off for years.
• Those who want to see what a real, sustainable fat loss journey looks like start to finish.

JORDAN AND I DECIDED THAT ANYONE WHO APPLIES TO OUR PROGRAM AFTER LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE WILL RECEIVE $250 OFF THE ENROLLMENT FEE!

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You probably think you need more willpower, discipline, or motivation to finally lose weight and keep it off. But the truth is, what you actually need is psychological flexibility.

In this episode of The Mindset Diet, I break down what psychological flexibility is, why it’s the missing link for so many women, and how a rigid “all-or-nothing” mindset is keeping you stuck in the same start-over-Monday cycle. You’ll learn how to stop letting perfect be the enemy of good, and how to start making flexible choices that move you forward even on your busiest days.

I’ll share real-life examples from clients (and a recent Roadmap call) that show how powerful flexibility can be.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with practical tools you can apply today to keep your momentum going without the pressure of perfection.

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Most women overcomplicate weight loss during menopause. This episode is your reminder that the most powerful changes are often the simplest. I’m sharing the story of my neighbor who lost 20 pounds through menopause without extreme diets, hours of cardio, or expensive supplements—just two smart, consistent habits that worked with her hormonal shifts instead of against them.

If you’ve been spinning your wheels with cardio, restrictive eating, or inconsistent habits, this episode will help you get back to the basics that actually move the needle.

Who Should Listen:
Women in perimenopause or menopause who want sustainable weight loss, more energy, and a toned, strong body without extreme restriction or exhausting workout schedules.

Resources & Links:
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