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. Jun 19

    #37 - How To Lose Weight - BUILD Muscle, LEAN DOWN and TONE UP with Strength Training [Episode 8]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos Ready to lose weight and finally feel confident in the gym? In this episode of the Simple Weight Loss for Busy Moms Podcast, we're breaking down beginner strength training for women. You'll learn why lifting weights won't make you bulky, how strength training supports fat loss, and the simple workout basics every busy mom needs to know. In this episode: • Why strength training is the missing piece for sustainable weight loss • Common fitness myths that keep women stuck • Gym vs. home workouts for beginners • Basic strength training vocabulary: reps, sets, form, progressive overload • How many days per week to work out • How to choose the right weight safely • The essential movement patterns: squat, hinge, push, pull, and core • Tips for building confidence in the gym Whether you're brand new to exercise or getting back into fitness after years away, this episode will help you create a simple, realistic workout routine that fits your busy mom life. FREE⭐️ MEAL PLANNING TEMPLATE DOWNLOAD HERE: https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/7e89f219f9 #37- How To Lose Weight - BUILD Muscle, LEAN DOWN and TONE UP with Strength Training [Episode 8] YOU ALSO MAY LIKE: 👀 #2-7 Steps to Find More Time for Fitness and Healthy Living Goals 👀 Just 3 Workout Day 1 👀 Just 3 Workout Day 2 ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ✨ Follow the podcast 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 an episode!  I’m so proud of you for showing up and doing this work. 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫 https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT email/ hello@thehealthhobby.com

    1h 1m

  2. Apr 19

    #36- How To Lose Weight - IIFYM, Is Macronutrient Tracking Necessary For Weight Loss, Optimal Macronutrient Ratios, Custom Ratios For Weight Loss [Series: Episode 7]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos #36- How To Lose Weight - Optimize Your Weight Loss, Custom Macronutrient Ratios For Huge Weight Loss Results [Series: Episode 7] Learn how macro tracking for weight loss can help busy moms optimize nutrition, increase protein intake, and stay within a calorie deficit. In this episode of Simple Weight Loss for Busy Moms, weight loss coach Amanda Ford explains what macros are (protein, carbs, and fats), why people track them, and how to review your macros in Cronometer. You’ll also learn simple starting macro ratios, FDA guideline recommendations, and why prioritizing protein can improve satiety, energy, and fat loss results—all while keeping weight loss sustainable for a busy mom lifestyle. YOU ALSO MAY LIKE: 👀#17- MUST KNOW NUTRITION VOCABULARY FOR WEIGHT LOSS [PART 1]: https://youtu.be/T8MBA9kbQxg 👀#18 - MUST KNOW NUTRITION MATH TO START LOSING WEIGHT NOW!: https://youtu.be/Zgj-Lhl1hVA 👀#24 - WEEKLY WEIGHT LOSS JOURNAL PROMPTS TO LEAD YOU TO SUCCESS: https://youtu.be/34rW_atRb9A 👀#32 - HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT - WEEKLY PROGRESS ASSESSMENTS [SERIES EPISODE 3]: https://youtu.be/Zgj-Lhl1hVA :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: MEAL PLANNING TEAMPLATE DOWNLOAD HERE: https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/7e89f219f9 ✨ 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 an episode!  I’m so proud of you for showing up and doing this work. 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫 https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT email/ hello@thehealthhobby.com

    49 min

  3. Mar 23

    #35- How To Lose Weight - How To Meal Plan, Prioritize Protein and Fiber, Stop Feeling Deprived On Your Weight Loss Journey, Personalized Weight Loss Meal Planning [Series: Episode 6]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos #35- How To Lose Weight - How To Meal Plan, Prioritize Protein and Fiber, Stop Feeling Deprived On Your Weight Loss Journey, Personalized Weight Loss Meal Planning  [Series: Episode 6] In this episode, you’ll learn a simple strategy for building your own weight-loss meal plan that actually fits your life. Instead of following trendy plans, you’ll focus on creating a routine you can stick to while staying within your calorie budget. Amanda walks through the Protein Pillar strategy—a practical way to structure meals by prioritizing protein first, then adding fiber-rich foods, and finally filling in the rest. You’ll also learn why adherence is the real key to results and how to start designing a meal plan that keeps you full, satisfied, and consistent. We’ll cover: 0:00 Intro 5:04 Two Major Goals For Creating Your Customized Meal Plan For Weight Loss 9:33 Your Weight Loss Nutrition Success Mindset  16:17 How To Build A High Protein Meal Plan For Weight Loss 16:27 Free Meal Planning Template [Download Note, Link Below] 18:08 Nutrition Math→ Episode here:  19:10 Protein Pillar Meal Planning Strategy  19:30 The Two Queens of Weight Loss Meal Planning- Protein & Fiber  22:38 What Is Considered A High Protein Food?  24:35 Protein Source Food Selection Inspiration 33:10 Protein Pillar Meal Plan Example 33:43 How To Avoid Undereating  42:42 Fiber Intake For Weight Loss & Healthy Lifestyle 53:42 Recommended Portion Sizes For Each Food Type On Your Meal Plan 57:57 Tip For Drafting Your Very First Meal Plan For Weight Loss 1:00:45 How To Get Personalized Weight Loss Coaching With Amanda  YOU ALSO MAY LIKE: 👀#14- Transform Your Weight Loss with One Powerful Word - CONSISTENCY: https://youtu.be/HpnRADL-fUs  👀#18 - MUST KNOW NUTRITION MATH TO START LOSING WEIGHT NOW!: https://youtu.be/Zgj-Lhl1hVA 👀#19 - WHAT TO EAT FOR WEIGHT LOSS [PART 3]: https://youtu.be/WjPZ0atAcCU :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ⭐️ MEAL PLANNING TEMPLATE DOWNLOAD HERE: https://the-health-hobby.kit.com/7e89f219f9 ✨ 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 an episode!  I’m so proud of you for showing up and doing this work. 💫JOIN MY EMAIL LIST💫 https://tinyurl.com/THHCREW 💌 CONTACT email/ hello@thehealthhobby.com

    1h 2m

  4. Feb 22

    #34 - How To Lose Weight - Calorie Budget, Food Selection, and Portion Control [Series: Episode 5]

    ❤️SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simpleweightlossforbusymoms/videos Episode 5: HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT –  CALORIE BUDGET, FOOD SELECTION, AND PORTION CONTROL  If you’ve ever wondered how to actually make your calorie budget work for you — not against you — this episode breaks it down in a practical, real-life way. Today we’re talking about food selection and portion control through the lens of smart calorie management. Because weight loss isn’t just about eating less… it’s about using your calories wisely so you stay satisfied, nourished, and consistent. You’ll learn how to get the biggest “bang for your calorie buck,” make smarter swaps without giving up foods you love, and understand why portion awareness is one of the most powerful tools for sustainable weight loss. This lesson helps you move from guessing… to intentional eating. 🙋🏻‍♀️ NEW TO THE HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT SERIES? START HERE⬇️ #30- How to Lose Weight | GET STARTED NOW! Introduction & Weight Loss Checklist 👀 EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:  🎧#18 - MUST KNOW NUTRITION Math for Weight Loss [PART 2]🎧#20 - THE POWER OF CALORIE TRACKING for Weight Loss [PART 4]📩 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 - MACROS & MEAL PLANNING

    50 min

  5. 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 Meal Prep Ideas   39:20 - Hydration Tips for Moms: Drink More Water to Boost Energy & Lose Weight   45:00 - Weekly Nutrition Plan: Calorie Tracking, Snacks & Water for Lasting Results   53:54 - Final Thoughts: Weight Loss Motivation & Doctor Disclaimer for Moms

    54 min

  6. 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

    28 min

  7. 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.

    39 min

  8. 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

    24 min
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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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