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Fat Loss Fundamentals

Fat Loss Fundamentals

Phoebe Cartwright 120 Episodes May 13, 2026

The go-to podcast for the yo-yo dieter, offering insights and strategies to break the cycle of weight loss and regain. Hosted by Phoebe Cartwright, it covers fundamental principles of fat loss, nutrition, and sustainable habits.

Episodes

#120 - Why you keep starting over (lapse vs collapse) May 13, 2026 00:09:42 A lapse is what happens when you slip up for a few days. A collapse is what happens when you decide to give up entirely because of it. Most women don't fail because they have lapses - they fail because they treat every lapse like a catastrophe and use it as permission to quit. If you're tired of perpetually starting and stopping, this episode is for you. Want my support? Head to fatlossfun
#119 - It's ok to want more for yourself... May 10, 2026 00:06:27 In this week's episode, I explore the uncomfortable truth that having high standards for your health and career often means embracing being "abnormal" in a world that settles for mediocrity. I discuss why discipline is frequently mislabelled as toxic and why rejecting the sedentary norm is the only way to build a life you are truly proud of. It is time to stop apologising for wanting
#118 - The weight loss excuse audit (MUST LISTEN) May 7, 2026 00:32:33 Thinking it’s "not the right time" is usually the very thing keeping you stuck, but waiting for a life without holidays, stress, or menopause to start your journey is a recipe for standing still. In this episode, we debunk the most common objections to getting started and explain why learning to navigate the messy middle is the only way to achieve results that actually last. Ready to sto
#117 - 7 weeks of "lazy" maintenance May 4, 2026 00:13:59 After seven weeks of travel and living in a caravan, I returned home to find my weight pretty much exactly the same despite a total lack of routine. This episode explores why weight loss must be treated as an identity shift rather than a temporary project, and why most women fail because they skip the maintenance bridge entirely. I break down the tactical non-negotiables I used on the road to stay
#116 - Eat more to lose weight? Apr 13, 2026 00:06:58 If you’ve spent years trying to eat as little as possible only to end up spiralling by 4:00 PM, this episode is for you. I’m explaining why "eating more" is actually the secret to sustainable weight loss and how food volume can finally switch off your hunger. Need more help? Head to fatlossfundamentals.co.uk
#115 - Stopping the "screw it" spiral Apr 8, 2026 00:12:35 If you’ve ever felt like you lack the "off switch" everyone else seems to have when it comes to treats, this episode is a must-listen. I’m diving deep into why one square of chocolate can spiral into a week-long binge and how the context of your eating changes everything. Learn how to stop being a passenger to your cravings and start building the skill of choosing your future self over a
#114 - How I stopped binge eating Mar 30, 2026 00:13:51 For years I was stuck in a cycle I couldn't break. Being "good" all day just to binge at night, eating my feelings but feeling worse afterwards and desperately wanting to stop but not being able to.In this episode, I'm sharing the things that had to happen to finally break the cycle. If you've ever hidden wrappers, felt out of control around food, or promised yourself tomorro
#113 - Hard times don't need more hard Mar 4, 2026 00:11:36 In this episode, I share what happened when life got heavy in February - losing our family dog, missing family, visa stress - and how my instinct to let go actually made everything harder. Whether you're going through menopause, a busy season at work, or just a rough patch - this one's for you.For more help visit fatlossfundamentals.co.uk
#112 - The reason why people give up on weight loss Mar 2, 2026 00:08:07 Most women don’t fail at weight loss because they lack willpower - they fail because they weren’t prepared for the dip.In this episode, I talk about delayed gratification, “Churchillian drift,” and why success is failure without loss of enthusiasm.👉 Start here: https://fatlossfundamentals.co.uk
#111 - Fix this and make weight loss easier Feb 26, 2026 00:11:25 The stories you tell yourself are the single biggest factor in whether you succeed or stay stuck. In this episode, I break down why your limiting beliefs are keeping you trapped in the same cycle - and how to finally question them. For more free resources visit fatlossfundamentals.co.uk
#110 - Diet horror stories Feb 19, 2026 00:39:46 In this episode, we're sharing listener diet horror stories. The bad experiences, the dodgy advice, the moments where it all went horribly wrong.We also discuss the red flags to watch out for when buying into any programme - so you can spot the nonsense before you waste your time and money.If you've ever felt burned by the diet industry, this one's for you.For more free resources visit
#109 - 5 "rules" to make weight loss effortless Feb 8, 2026 00:05:10 Strict diet rules backfire every time. But boundaries are different.In this episode I'm sharing the simple, flexible boundaries that actually work. These aren't punishing rules. They're guidelines that make everything easier.For more help visit fatlossfundamentals.co.uk

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