The Weight Loss Podcast

Matt and Courtney
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The Weight Loss Podcast is a podcast focused on helping you lose the weight and never find it again in a realistic, sustainable and healthy way. Hosts Matt and Courtney are a married couple who together have lost a combined 105kg/230lbs between them. They'll share their own inspirational stories of weight loss and the mindset struggles behind it, as well as interview real people just like you who will share their own stories of struggle and success. Along with tips, tools, resources and support to help you achieve your own goals, you'll get your questions answered in our regular Q&A segment! If you've just started your weight loss journey, are well on your way through it or are maintaining your success and are looking to connect with like-minded people, this show is for you. Matt and Courtney bring their own individual perspectives from a male and female point of view and aren't afraid to voice their opinions with each other so you can guarantee this show will be raw, real and relatable!

  1. Hard Truths About Weight Loss You Won't Like

    3D AGO

    Hard Truths About Weight Loss You Won't Like

    This week we’re handing out reality checks. The kind nobody in the fitness industry wants to give you, because they’re worried it’ll scare you off. Sorry, not sorry. We’ve coached hundreds of people. We’ve lived this ourselves. The truth is that almost every weight loss journey hits the same wall, and almost no one prepares you for it. Knowing what’s coming won’t make the work easier. It will stop you blowing yourself up the first time things don’t go to plan. This one is for you if you’re tired of being told it’ll be quick, easy, and fun. It won’t be. Here’s what it actually takes. What You’ll LearnWhy the timeline you have in your head is wrong, and what’s actually realisticThe mistake that derails almost every first-timer in the first 12 weeksWhy “knowing what to do” hasn’t worked yet, and what actually closes the gapThe hidden cost of the people closest to you not being on board with your changesHow over-celebrating a small win can stall your progress for monthsThe difference between your best and what’s actually required to hit your goalWhy keeping a result is harder than getting one, and why nobody warns you Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    2h 6m
  2. 15 Signs You're Stuck in a Diet Mindset

    APR 26

    15 Signs You're Stuck in a Diet Mindset

    You've started over more Mondays than you can count. You've tried calorie counting, keto, shakes, fasting, the lot. Some of it worked for a bit. None of it stuck. In this episode we break down the 15 thought patterns that keep people trapped in the on/off cycle. We're not pitching a program. We're naming the mindset that quietly runs the show. If a diet worked, you wouldn't need to do another one. We've been there. Between us we've lost 105kg and 11 clothing sizes, and we've coached hundreds of people through the same patterns. None of this is theory. It's lived experience and years of client work, laid out so you can recognise yourself in the list. What You'll LearnThe 15 thought patterns that quietly keep you stuck (count how many you nod at)Why "I'll start Monday" is the most expensive sentence in weight lossThe 10 excuses we've heard most often, and used ourselvesWhy no single way of eating is right for everyone, and how to find what fits youThe honest time expectation no one wants to hear at the startHow to stop white-knuckling your way through and build something you can actually keepCourtney's take on what kept her going when motivation completely vanished Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    2h 49m
  3. Why you keep starting over

    APR 19

    Why you keep starting over

    You’ve started again. And again. And again. This episode is about why. We dig into the real reason so many people stay stuck in the on-off cycle. Not lack of willpower, not the wrong program, not bad timing. It’s an identity gap. And until you close it, nothing sticks. We break down the 6 signs you’re genuinely ready to change and the 6 signs you’re not, including the subtle ones most people miss in themselves. This one might sting. Good. What You’ll LearnWhy transformation is more mental than physicalThe identity gap: the space between who you are now and who you’re trying to become6 signs you’re genuinely ready to change (and what each one looks like in real life)6 signs you’re NOT ready, including the subtle ones most people missWhy “trying” is one of the most dangerous words you can use when it comes to your goalsThe difference between wanting results and being willing to actually change to get them Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    2h 36m
  4. When trying harder is the problem

    APR 12

    When trying harder is the problem

    What if the thing holding you back… is how hard you're trying? In this episode, we're unpacking two things almost no one talks about on a weight loss journey: obsession with the end result, and the burnout that quietly follows. We get into what it actually looks like to fixate on one body part, one number, one dress size — and how that tunnel vision pulls you into self-sabotage before you even realise it's happening. Courtney shares how she spent years only looking at her stomach in the mirror, completely blind to the progress everywhere else. If you've been there, you'll feel this one. We also break down: 👉 Why the "finish line" mentality is one of the most damaging traps in weight loss 👉 How shifting to small, process-driven wins is what actually creates lasting change 👉 What burnout really looks like — and why most people don't recognise it until they've gone radio silent on their goals 👉 A practical toolkit for preventing and recovering from burnout: non-negotiables, sleep, stress reprogramming, and human connection This one is equal parts honest and actionable. Because prevention is always easier than the cure. And you deserve the best of yourself — not just the leftovers. Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    1h 18m
  5. Stop Winging It (Why you're not getting results in the gym)

    APR 5

    Stop Winging It (Why you're not getting results in the gym)

    Here's the truth most people won't tell you… Walking into the gym without a plan isn't "flexibility." It's the reason you're not seeing results. In this episode, we're talking about why so many people spend months (sometimes years) training hard and getting nowhere. Courtney shares how she used to avoid the weights area entirely — not because she was lazy, but because she didn't know what the hell she was doing. She stuck to the treadmill, got zero results, and eventually gave up... until a simple, structured plan changed everything. We break down: 👉 Why "winging it" is keeping you stuck — and what to do instead 👉 The "more is better" trap — and why overtraining is far more dangerous than under-training 👉 How to find YOUR training sweet spot (because it looks different for everyone) 👉 Why fitness influencers showing five-day training splits are doing you zero favours 👉 The role of data collection — because if you haven't tracked it, you don't actually know what's working 👉 How your gym performance is your body's most honest feedback If you've been showing up but not seeing progress — or you're standing frozen on the gym floor wondering where to start — this one's for you. Start smart. Not big. Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    2h 18m
  6. The 6 forms of guilt keeping you stuck

    MAR 29

    The 6 forms of guilt keeping you stuck

    You know what we see when we look at someone who's overweight and struggling? We don't see someone who's selfish. We see someone who hasn't been selfish enough. In this episode, we're breaking down the 6 forms of guilt that quietly run the show behind your food choices, your training, your social life… and even your wins. Most people don't realise guilt is driving the bus — they just feel stuck, frustrated, and caught in the same loops. This episode changes that. We're covering everything from the people-pleaser trap (where everyone else's needs come before yours) to the one nobody expects — feeling guilty about actually succeeding. If you've ever skipped the gym to help someone else, written off a whole week because of one bad meal, or downplayed your own progress so you don't make someone uncomfortable… this one's for you. What you'll learn: - Why the most selfless people often struggle the most with their health — and what to do about it - The perfectionism trap that turns one small slip into a full-blown spiral - How to walk into social events with a plan instead of walking out with regret - Why emotional eating isn't a character flaw (and what it actually is) - The "all or nothing" guilt cycle that's keeping you stuck — and how to break it - The surprising form of guilt that makes people sabotage their own success Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    2h 53m
  7. 10 ways to stay consistent (even when you don't feel like it)

    MAR 22

    10 ways to stay consistent (even when you don't feel like it)

    You know what kills more results than a bad plan? Starting and stopping. Over and over again. If you've ever gone hard for a few weeks, lost steam, fallen off, and then waited until Monday (or next month, or January) to start again… this episode is going to hit different. Because we're not just talking about why consistency matters — we're breaking down exactly how to build it into your life so it actually sticks. This is one of those episodes where we lay out 10 practical strategies you can use straight away — whether your goal is fat loss, fitness, or just getting out of the on-again-off-again cycle for good. No fluff. No motivation speeches. Just real structure you can follow even on your worst days. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your "why" matters more than your workout plan — and how to find one that actually holds up when things get hard How to set goals that keep you focused instead of overwhelmed (and why vague goals set you up to quit) The habit shifts that separate people who get results from people who keep restarting Why "winging it" is one of the biggest consistency killers — and what to do instead How preparation removes the decisions that trip you up during the week Why tracking what you do (even loosely) keeps you honest and on track How the right support network changes everything — and why asking for help isn't a weakness The mindset shift that stops one bad day from becoming a bad month How to use your mistakes as data instead of letting them send you into a spiral Why showing up imperfectly and repeatedly will always beat short bursts of perfection Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    1h 5m
  8. 21 Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work

    MAR 17

    21 Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work

    Matt lost 80kg. Courtney lost 25kg. Between them, they've coached hundreds of real people to permanent results. This episode is everything they know, condensed into 21 tips. No fluff. No fad diets. No "just eat less and move more" nonsense. This is the real stuff — the mindset shifts, the habits, the hard truths, and the things they wish someone had told them at the start. Matt and Courtney each share their personal top 10 weight loss tips, drawn straight from their own journeys and years of hands-on coaching. Then they throw in a 21st bonus tip that most people completely overlook — and it might be the one that's quietly sabotaging your progress right now. Whether you're just starting out, stuck at a plateau, or sick of losing the same weight over and over again — this episode is for you. What you'll learn in this episode: Why your "why" matters more than your workout plan (and how to find one that actually drives you)The real reason motivation is overrated — and what to rely on insteadWhy trying too hard is one of the biggest weight loss mistakes people makeHow to build habits that don't fall apart the moment life gets busyWhat "listening to your body" actually means in practiceWhy celebrating small wins isn't soft — it's essentialThe one thing holding back your results that has nothing to do with food or exercise Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a 50-minute training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE.

    1h 40m
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The Weight Loss Podcast is a podcast focused on helping you lose the weight and never find it again in a realistic, sustainable and healthy way. Hosts Matt and Courtney are a married couple who together have lost a combined 105kg/230lbs between them. They'll share their own inspirational stories of weight loss and the mindset struggles behind it, as well as interview real people just like you who will share their own stories of struggle and success. Along with tips, tools, resources and support to help you achieve your own goals, you'll get your questions answered in our regular Q&A segment! If you've just started your weight loss journey, are well on your way through it or are maintaining your success and are looking to connect with like-minded people, this show is for you. Matt and Courtney bring their own individual perspectives from a male and female point of view and aren't afraid to voice their opinions with each other so you can guarantee this show will be raw, real and relatable!

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  • Creator
    Matt and Courtney
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    252
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Matt and Courtney
  • Show Website
    The Weight Loss Podcast

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