Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms | Calorie Tracking, Simple Fitness, Life-Changing Weight Loss Skills

Amanda Ford | Weight Loss Coach & Full Time Working Mom | Creator of Your First Ten Pounds Weight Loss Course
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Are you a busy mom who’s tired of starting over? This show cuts through the noise of fad diets and quick fixes to teach you the real skills that drive lasting weight loss. Here, we break down basic nutrition, calorie tracking routines, and simple fitness rhythms so you can finally drop your first 10, 20, even 30+ pounds—and keep it off. You’ll learn how to track, observe, and adjust with confidence, using proven strategies based on energy balance, macro tracking, and strength training that actually fit into a full-time schedule and family life. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just tough love, repeatable strategies, and straight talk that will help you stop spinning your wheels and start seeing results. If you’re ready to master calorie and macro tracking, fuel your body the right way, and build strength without burning out, this is your roadmap to sustainable fat loss. LISTEN NOW! ____________________________ ABOUT AMANDA I’m a coach, podcaster, and busy mom who knows firsthand how hard it is to juggle work, kids, and still make time for yourself. I’ve lived the cycle of “starting over” too many times, and I built this show to give other moms the tools I wish I had sooner—simple nutrition, calorie and macro tracking routines, and strength training strategies that actually fit into a packed schedule. My approach isn’t about fad diets or quick fixes. It’s about learning, tracking, observing, and shifting until you create real, lasting change. I believe busy moms deserve straight talk, tough love, and practical systems that work in real life—so you can finally hit your first 10, 20, or 30 pounds of weight loss without giving up your sanity. ____________________________ SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos EMAIL LIST https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/875554d413

  1. JAN 26

    #33- How to Lose Weight - Your Nutrition Jump Start [Series: Episode 4]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos Episode 4: WEIGHT LOSS MADE SIMPLE –  NUTRITION FOR WEIGHT LOSS JUMP START FOR BUSY MOMS If you’re a busy mom who wants to lose weight but feels overwhelmed by food rules, meal plans, and diet noise… this episode is where things finally start to make sense. In this lesson, we begin your first real nutrition system for weight loss. Not a diet. Not a reset. Not a 30-day plan. But a sustainable, repeatable way to eat that supports fat loss, energy, and consistency. This episode is part of my How to Lose Weight coaching series, where I walk you through the exact same steps I use with my 1:1 clients. Each lesson builds on the last — and this one is all about learning how to eat with intention instead of confusion. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  • Use calorie tracking the right way for weight loss • Set up your custom calorie budget with the Cronometer app • Understand what a calorie deficit really means • Start tracking food without judgment or perfection • Build a simple snack prep routine that works in real life • Increase hydration in a realistic, sustainable way This is where weight loss actually starts to work — not from cutting foods, but from understanding how your body uses energy and learning how to guide it. Your focus this week is not eating “perfect.”  It’s building awareness.  It’s learning the system.  It’s creating habits you can actually keep. If you’ve ever said:  “I know what to do but I don’t do it,”  or  “I start strong and then fall off,” This episode will show you how to build structure without burnout. 🎧 Press play and let’s start building your smart nutrition routine for real life. 📩 Have questions? Email me at hello@thehealthhobby.com 💬 Watching on YouTube? Drop your questions in the comments! 🎧 Make sure you’re following the podcast and subscribed to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss the next lesson - FOOD SELECTION, MEAL PREP I’m so proud of you for showing up and doing this work. 👀 #17 - MUST KNOW NUTRITION Vocabulary for Weight Loss [PART 1]:  https://youtu.be/T8MBA9kbQxg 👀 #20 - THE POWER OF CALORIE TRACKING for Weight Loss [PART 4]: https://youtu.be/Ij2Yr_Lz3pw 👀 Cronometer App: https://cronometer.com/index.html 👀 Bathroom Scale: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJX4B216?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1 00:00 - Simple Weight Loss for Busy Moms: Podcast Welcome & Real Strategies   00:58 - Week 2 Nutrition Basics: How to Lose Weight for Busy Moms   02:30 - Calorie Deficit Explained: #1 Key to Weight Loss Without Starving   05:45 - Strength Training for Moms: Build Muscle, Boost Metabolism & Get Toned   09:20 - Smart Nutrition Mindset: Patient Weight Loss Tips for Overwhelmed Moms   14:54 - Cronometer App Setup: Best Calorie Tracking App for Beginners & Moms   19:00 - Custom Calorie Budget: Safe 0.5-1 lb/Week Weight Loss & Deficit Guide   24:30 - Track Weight & Progress Photos: Handle Fluctuations in Weight Loss Journey   28:15 - Track 3 Days of Food: Easy Calorie Tracking Habit for Busy Moms   33:40 - High Protein Snacks for Weight Loss: Simple Mini Mea ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    54 min

  2. JAN 18

    #32- How to Lose Weight - Weekly Progress Assessments [Series: Episode 3]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos Episode 3: Weekly Weight Loss Check-In – Coach Yourself to Real Results Are you actually making progress with your weight loss… or just staying busy? In this episode, I walk you through one of the most powerful tools you can use on your journey: your weekly self-check-in. This is where real awareness, confidence, and consistency are built. This episode is designed to be saved and revisited every single week. Think of it as you coaching yourself — using the same questions and reflection process I use with my private clients. We talk about why weight loss is truly a lifestyle shift, not a quick fix… and how small, honest improvements over time create massive change. You’ll learn how to reflect without shame, spot what’s working, and gently adjust what’s not — without burning out. If you’re a busy mom who wants sustainable weight loss, more energy, and a healthier relationship with your body, this is a must-listen. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why weekly reflection is the key to lasting weight loss  • How to coach yourself like a pro (even if you’ve failed before)  • How to make progress without perfection  • Why slow and steady always wins  • How to build confidence through awareness ✨ Bookmark this episode and come back to it every week. 📩 Have questions? Email me at hello@thehealthhobby.com 💬 Watching on YouTube? Drop your questions in the comments! 🎧 Make sure you’re following the podcast and subscribed to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss the next lesson — where we start digging into nutrition for weight loss. I’m so proud of you for showing up and doing this work. 👀 #28 - SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEIGHT LOSS RESULTS | IS YOUR DAILY SCROLL HOLDING YOU BACK?: https://youtu.be/div1pDXHqUU ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    28 min

  3. JAN 8

    #30- How to Lose Weight - Intro, Get Started Checklist [Series: Episode 1]

    WEIGHT LOSS MADE SIMPLE – Step 1: Planning PART 1 OF 2 If you’ve been thinking, “This time has to be different,” this episode is for you. In Step 1 of my Weight Loss Made Simple series, we’re starting where real, lasting weight loss begins: planning your life first, not another diet. This episode walks busy moms through how to prepare for weight loss during the holidays (or any season) without overwhelm. You’ll learn how to map your schedule, build a realistic routine, and start moving forward now, so you don’t become part of the 80% who quit their goals within the first two weeks of January. We’ll cover: Why planning is the foundation of sustainable weight lossHow to build a routine and rhythm that actually fits your lifeDaily walking as your first non-negotiable habitWhat tools you need (and what can wait)How to track starting points without fear or judgmentThis episode is the first coaching step in a slow-drip weight loss series, designed to help you build skills week by week—just like I would with a 1:1 client. No rushing. No skipping ahead. Just real progress. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    39 min

  4. JAN 8

    #31- How to Lose Weight - Planning & Your Starting Metrics [Series: Episode 2]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos WEIGHT LOSS MADE SIMPLE – Step 1: Planning PART 2 OF 2 If you’ve been thinking, “This time has to be different,” this episode is for you. In Step 1 of my Weight Loss Made Simple series, we’re starting where real, lasting weight loss begins: planning your life first, not another diet. This episode walks busy moms through how to prepare for weight loss during the holidays (or any season) without overwhelm. You’ll learn how to map your schedule, build a realistic routine, and start moving forward now, so you don’t become part of the 80% who quit their goals within the first two weeks of January. We’ll cover: Why planning is the foundation of sustainable weight lossHow to build a routine and rhythm that actually fits your lifeDaily walking as your first non-negotiable habitWhat tools you need (and what can wait)How to track starting points without fear or judgmentThis episode is the first coaching step in a slow-drip weight loss series, designed to help you build skills week by week—just like I would with a 1:1 client. No rushing. No skipping ahead. Just real progress. 👀HOW TO TAKE BODY MEASUREMENTS: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Bh_o7vPvUTQ 👀JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR HUGE WEIGHT LOSS RESULTS: https://youtu.be/34rW_atRb9A ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    24 min

  5. 11/16/2025

    #29 - Alcohol: Friend or Foe on Your Weight Loss Journey?

    Are you wondering how alcohol fits into your weight loss goals—especially during party season? In this episode, we break down alcohol calories, how alcohol affects weight loss, hunger, cravings, fat burning, and sleep, and why it can make holiday overeating so easy. You’ll also get simple healthy drink swaps and realistic holiday drinking tips so you can enjoy the season without derailing your progress. Perfect for busy moms who want to stay consistent and feel confident heading into the new year. Cheers to enjoying the season and staying on track! 🥂 🎧 Your Next Listen: Episode #9- Health Holiday Survival Guide  ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    38 min

  6. 10/31/2025

    #28 - Social Media and Weight Loss Results | Is your daily scroll holding you back?

    What’s your go-to social media platform? Mine’s Instagram. Send me a good Golden Retriever reel, and I’m a happy girl! Here’s the thing — social media is entertaining, even educational at times. But it’s also stealing your time. As busy moms, our time is precious. Yet we’re letting it slip away with every swipe, tap, and comment. On average, moms spend 2.5 hours a day scrolling social media. So when I hear moms say, “I just don’t have enough time to work out,” or “I don’t have time to cook,” or “I can’t log my calories,” I pause and ask — “How much are you scrolling each day?” Most of them fall right into that average. Be honest — is that you too? Don’t worry, I’ve been there! In this episode, I’m sharing how taking 8 months off social media completely changed my life — and how it helped me reach one of my biggest goals. You’ll learn how your social habits might be holding you back, keeping you stuck, and even crushing your confidence. And after coming back online, I’ve realized something: I’m reliving what feels like a full-blown addiction — and I know it’s time to say goodbye for good. It’s time to refocus your energy away from your phone and into your health and weight loss — towards the results you’ve been trying so hard to achieve. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    40 min

  7. 10/04/2025

    #27 - How To Lose Weight FOR GOOD Using My 5 Steps Formula

    Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos Are you tired of starting over every Monday? In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact 5-step formula I used to finally lose the baby weight, keep it off, and build a lifestyle that lasts — no fad diets, no extreme plans, no guilt. If you’re a busy mom who feels stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle of dieting, this episode will show you how to build real momentum toward lasting weight loss — one small, simple step at a time. I’ll share my personal story of hitting rock bottom after baby #2, how I went from surviving on Starbucks and fast food to feeling confident, strong, and energized again — and the 5 key steps that got me there. You’ll learn: ✅ Why making a firm decision (and knowing your “why”) is the real starting line for change ✅ How to simplify nutrition so it finally makes sense (and works for your lifestyle) ✅ What movement you actually need to start losing weight — even with zero time ✅ How to plan and implement without feeling overwhelmed ✅ Why “never starting over” is the key mindset shift to lifelong success This episode will help you stop chasing the next diet and finally understand how to lose weight for good — and keep it off. 🧭 Links & Resources Mentioned 💪 Free Just 3 Workout Plan for Busy Moms → https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/98b08784da🧠 Episode #17: Must-Know Nutrition Vocabulary for Weight Loss🍎 Episode #18: How to Read Nutrition Labels Like a Pro📝 Episode #24: Journal Prompts for Weight Loss Success::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

    39 min

  8. 08/10/2025

    #26- 5 NON-SCALE METHODS to Track Your Weight Loss Progress (NO MORE WEIGH INS!)

    FREE 15 min Workouts! Written by Amanda [JUST 3 Workout] 3 moves | 3 sets | 3 days a week | 15 mins each ▶️ DOWNLOAD HERE: https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/98b08784da Are you tired of letting the scale dictate your mood and motivation? In this episode, we’re ditching the numbers and exploring powerful, non-scale ways to track your weight loss progress—so you can actually feel good about your journey. You’ll learn: ✅ Simple methods to measure results without weighing in daily ✅ How to spot changes in strength, endurance, and energy ✅ Why progress photos and how your clothes fit can be more motivating than the scale ✅ Ways to stay consistent and track habits for lasting results Whether you’re a busy mom or just ready to break free from scale obsession, these strategies will help you stay motivated, celebrate your wins, and keep moving toward your goals—without the stress. Study referenced: "The Effect of Adherence to Dietary Tracking on Weight Loss: Using HLM to Model Weight Loss over Time" - Journal of Diabetes Research, 2019: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5568610/ 🎧 Listen now and start tracking the progress you can feel and see! ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 👋 Connect & Subscribe If you loved this episode, please subscribe, share it with another busy mom, and leave a 5 STAR review — it helps more women discover Simple Weight Loss For Busy Moms! 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫: https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT: hello@thehealthhobby.com

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Are you a busy mom who’s tired of starting over? This show cuts through the noise of fad diets and quick fixes to teach you the real skills that drive lasting weight loss. Here, we break down basic nutrition, calorie tracking routines, and simple fitness rhythms so you can finally drop your first 10, 20, even 30+ pounds—and keep it off. You’ll learn how to track, observe, and adjust with confidence, using proven strategies based on energy balance, macro tracking, and strength training that actually fit into a full-time schedule and family life. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just tough love, repeatable strategies, and straight talk that will help you stop spinning your wheels and start seeing results. If you’re ready to master calorie and macro tracking, fuel your body the right way, and build strength without burning out, this is your roadmap to sustainable fat loss. LISTEN NOW! ____________________________ ABOUT AMANDA I’m a coach, podcaster, and busy mom who knows firsthand how hard it is to juggle work, kids, and still make time for yourself. I’ve lived the cycle of “starting over” too many times, and I built this show to give other moms the tools I wish I had sooner—simple nutrition, calorie and macro tracking routines, and strength training strategies that actually fit into a packed schedule. My approach isn’t about fad diets or quick fixes. It’s about learning, tracking, observing, and shifting until you create real, lasting change. I believe busy moms deserve straight talk, tough love, and practical systems that work in real life—so you can finally hit your first 10, 20, or 30 pounds of weight loss without giving up your sanity. ____________________________ SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos EMAIL LIST https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/875554d413

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