How to ACTUALLY lose weight (even if you lack discipline)

[@ChelseaMae]

Which of these habits are you excited to try out?

[@avwel3827]

Thank you so much for sharing!!❤❤

[@carriepena6843]

I'm 80 pounds overweight and am desperate to lose weight. I eat like crap and am always hungry and binge eat almost everyday. I have tried eating like this for the last week, and let me tell you that I have never experienced the feeling of complete satisfaction after a meal and like a miracle the constant urge to eat is gone. I feel like I can finally eat and stop when i'm full and don't feel the need to overeat. I could cry as I'm writing this. I finally feel like I can do this. The constant food noise in my brain is gone. Thank you so much for your videos! I finally feel like I can tackle my weight problem and get my life back.

[@brandyglows]

❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccac3168]

I've been vegan since 2019 and I have always loved watching vegan fitness channels with tips and recipes I'll never use... but then I found yours! Your tips are so simple and common sense that I've been able to start implementing them immediately. I'm actually hopeful now. I've been struggling to dial in my health the last few years. Lack of sleep, constant neck and nerve pain, brain fog, anxiety, depression, and loss of motivation have been driving me mad. I know I need to go to bed earlier and wake up earlier. I know I need to cook at home more. I know I need to exercise more often. The irony is- I love doing these things! Sleep is the best thing in the universe and I love the peace of early mornings. I enjoy cooking and I've been known to go "hard in the paint" at the gym. So why don't I do these things? I must be lazy. But now I have hope that I can still find the energy to change. I just need to stop pushing the boulder uphill. Dumping a bag of frozen veggies on a tray is easy! Tossing tofu in the air fryer is easy! Microwaved potatoes? Yes, please! I even have the Ninja Creami and you've inspired me to start using it again. I trick myself into getting up in the morning to work out by saying, "If I get up now, and get ready as fast as possible like I am running late, and I am still tired after I am ready for the day, I can take a nap." So far, no nap. 😊 It's only been a few days and my silly brain is already anxious to see the results I know will take months. This video has inspired me to implement another change: reward the journey. I will try to find a way to reward my good habits so I stop trying to hold my breath until I lose 20 pounds. Thank you for making health content that is the most simple, sustainable, and approachable I've ever seen. Best wishes for your continued success! ✌️

[@SmileyVegan]

Fabulous video! This is one of those videos for me where "when the student is ready, the teacher will appear." Thank you! 😊

[@maipensapparot]

Same

[@janetbransdon3742]

On holidays I found a pizza place that sold pizza potatoes... it was a layer of sliced cooked potatoes with pizza sauce on top and extra toppings of your own choice eg mushrooms, capsicum etc.

[@violinjive1]

OMG Yassssss!!! Vegan since Jan. 2018. The challenges change over time, it isn't always the same roadblocks!! Sometimes I feel the deck is stacked against me. Progress over perfection. I am trying to not do same things over and over expecting a different result. Its a journery!! TYSM, Be Well🌱🍀🧚‍♀💚👣

[@juliahaighwood5645]

I am consistent when i am home and in my set up environment. At the moment I am learning to stick to it when my boyfriend is home, always just a few weeks, then gone again for sometimes a few months. I got him to like my component bowls and for the first time he said he is looking forward to them when he is home

[@Melissa-yg5uf]

You know I am into your videos because I play them on actual speed (usually I listen to everything on x1.75). Great work!!

[@DebbieBennett-c9b]

Love this advice and so nice to have a fellow New Zealand plant based eater. ❤

[@happyhealthyhome_1]

Hi Chelse! I've been following your breakfast and lunch diet for a while now, but the one thing I still struggle with is which exercises are best for weight loss, so I was hoping you could do a video on that with maybe a gym routine that has helped you lose weight. Thanks! ❤

[@abbigailcarr2725]

That’s a really difficult thing, because there are lots of variables that make minute differences in calorie burn during exercise. And I’m sure it would be great to see what Chelsea Mae does to give you ideas and get you inspired! But imo this is something to also keep simple. You don’t need to get bogged down by minutia if you’re a beginner or getting back into a fitness regimen. The best exercise is gonna be the type that you enjoy and that will make it easier to be consistent. I recommend getting a membership at a local rec center. It’s usually cheaper than a normal gym, and then you can “shop” the group classes and see which ones you jive with best, plus it’s invaluable to have an instructor there to help teach you how to do exercises correctly, and it’s like a built in accountability system. The instructor and other people in the class will come to expect you to show up, and even if you’re not that competitive you’ll push yourself harder during the class because you’ll get a little bit of that instinct to be competitive. I did this right before losing 20 lbs. I tried Zumba, strength classes, circuit classes, HIIT, water aerobics, Pilates. I learned that I didn’t like HIIT and circuits were hit or miss but that I loved dance and water aerobics and lifting weights. Walking daily is also a surprisingly impactful way to increase the amount of calories you burn on a regular basis, plus it’s a good excuse to get outside and get some sunshine. Which is amazing for the mental health and most people in Europe and North America are deficient in vitamin D in the winter. Start with like 15-20 minutes and listen to a podcast or audiobook or even a tv show you’ve seen before. The time will fly and then you can increase from there as much as your availability allows.

[@Amanda-zb8vh]

Thank you for making videos. I been watching for a long time and I appreciate your content and your personal self discipline, something I always need more of (but I get help sometimes, including from you). You make getting to better health practical, so as you can tell I appreciate what you do. I’m also writing for the first time because I looked you up recently and realized there’s some personal information about you on the Internet, which you probably already know. I was concerned because you do choose to show your kids and stuff. I know I don’t know you, but I do care. You’ve helped me over the years. Thank you.

[@WOK-YT-handle]

Wow. Your before & afters are amazing!

[@annad9007]

Rewarding inputs instead of results, that really resonates with me, and definitely a reframing for me on what success is….positive responses to actions taken (habits I want to build).

[@vickiolson]

JSYK, you have a spot on your home camera. On your upper (your) right side. I LOVE your videos and thought process. Thanks so much for your help.

[@helenmawhinney6145]

I listen to healthy diet vegan daily. You've helped me so much regarding changing other habits. A step and acknowledge that step every day. Thank you

[@LynnRichtheweightisover]

Brilliant video thank you! I would love to hear more about commitment devices. They do sound extremely important to a weight loss journey! X

[@carmensimmonds9349]

I’m a new subscriber & I’m loving all the information you are giving. Besides tofu, what other protein foods do you eat?

[@pruhorwood8473]

I’m not vegan but I love your content - so inspiring. Brilliant. Thank you

[@UC_Fran]

I've never before taken notes while watching a video!

[@clarecunningham4457]

Your hair looks amazing! So glam ❤

[@Preacher68]

Wow! Reward the input!! So genius! Thank you

[@Dimi-blooms832]

That was a lot to take in …I’ve been doing it all wrong …my home is not working for me . Thank you for this video . I’m the dieter that yo yos .. and it’s because of my home , my environment that I’m constantly ‘failing’….it’s exhausting !

[@BrookeReadsBooks333]

What kind of potatoes do you suggest? Gold/Yellow? Russet? Small red? Purple? Sweet potatoes? Etc. Do you also eat the skins? And if you use an air fryer, what do you set it on for the perfect cook time? Great video! Very helpful tips

[@judipryde9043]

I'm downloading a habit tracker right now! 🎉

[@jimmyryan5880]

Thanks, your advice has helped a lot.

[@janetbransdon3742]

WOW... you are a great inspiration.😊❤

[@marionannmacredie]

Hi from WAIUKU! Great video, best examples ever 💞

[@karenstanton5405]

great reminders & tips here thank you

[@TammyMowat]

Hey chelc ! I'm from nz too and just wanted to know how you order the bento bowl ? Thankyou ! 😊

[@stephaddiction]

🎉🎉🎉 yessss this topic is everything love this

[@snowbunny3909]

What containers are you using for your breakfast and lunch prep meals. Can you link them?❤

[@marebear09]

I think the brand is Sistema.

[@lydamontoya2958]

What do you do to “treat” yourself ? Like if you’ve been stuck in the house with the kids all week and you get a moment to get outside of the house for an hour just to get a moments break. My go to is to get a sweet baked good and a latte and enjoy reading a book I like in a coffee shop. I’ve been trying to just enjoy a black coffee but it is getting harder and harder to do. I think I need to do something that doesn’t revolve around food or drink but I also don’t enjoy shopping . I go on walks daily, so don’t really just want to walk again. I just don’t know where to go to spend an hour by myself that doesn’t involve food or shopping or a park .

[@nathalie8441-x4p]

I'm learning to play the piano. It has nothing to do with screens or food and it is so fun! I haven't played in many moons, but there are free sheets online and cheap second hand keyboards available.

[@siobhanoneill1476]

I am definitely in the second category. My biggest struggle is with having the desire to eat my prepped healthy meals 😭. Even if it’s easy, reasonably tasty, and ready to go, I struggle to keep myself from ordering delivery instead. I really hate eating cold potatoes or microwaved reheated foods, it’s extremely hard to find a prepped meal more appealing than freshly made food.

[@nathalie8441-x4p]

I had the same! I think it's also a bit "100% on vs 100% off" mentality. What could you change in the healthy version to make it tastier but still working towards your goal? Maybe go through a transition period, e.g., have the healthy bowl with an "unhealthy" topping that you like and then decrease the "unhealthy" topping after some time while building the habit. The taste buds will adjust in that time :) or maybe change some more components in the meal? I don't always like mircowaved potatoe, so I mix it up and airfry them in small pieces. Same with tofu. Same calories, but such a difference! A third option is to order take out, but then only eat half and to still have some broccoli with it like Chelsea does. For the days on which the craving is too strong.

[@Raddiebaddie]

Changing my environment is hard bc my partner is not Whole Foods plant based. Thanks fully she is vegan but there’s always chips and chocolate in our home :/

[@mattzilla331]

You ever hear of Dr doug lisle? He's on chef aj a lot and he answers that question all the time. She needs to have her own special cupboard. Something you would never go into. That's way it's out of sight out of mind.

[@ewelinahelenakulas1287]

Just do it anyway. Don’t let your brain use it as an excuse. No one! Around me ears like me….i do it regardless, like a soldier.“normal“ people can’t live on an island like many of those plant people preach …..also locking food up is soooo crazy.pleease don’t fall for that u can do it regardless.its so selfish to expect people around you to bend to your recent diet, imagine they would expect it from you. Hope it helps

[@lyndysimpson1272]

Wow that's really good advice just do it I really truly needed that advise thank you. My husband is an old man and he still smokes and eats meats and thinks nothing about it but suffers with terrible high blood pressure and migraines and will not listen to me. I stopped saying anything so now I eat what I feel my vegan food he eats what I prepare if he wants meet U uses his George Foreman outside

[@abbigailcarr2725]

@@mattzilla331amazing idea!

[@rajkang8278]

You have inspired me🙌

[@mellindahughes7570]

Very helpful tips

[@destinyevamarie]

This is so fricking helpful! Ngā mihi nui ❤

[@williamthurman9082]

Ur before and after are alsome 😊😊😊😊love the 6 steps

[@rituka]

I struggle with healthy salty snacks. I know fruit is a great snack but I don’t always want to eat sweet things.

[@the_blue_lotus_portal]

Air fried potatoes? Edamame? Wasa crackers?

[@Tastycatchandcook]

So what’s an example of rewarding the behaviour as you do it. Is it like putting stars on a chart every time you eat veggies

[@Ponzuu28]

I don't eat a lot of bread, but when I do it's only sourdough! No bloating!!

[@metamud8686]

I get hung up on some things, so perhaps you can clarify. First you say, don't eat nuts (high calorie), then you say "don't eat oil, but eat nuts and seeds instead". So which is it, nuts or no nuts? Then, a pound of wholeweat grains is 500 cals, but if I run those through my mockmill, add water and yeast and bake it, it suddenly becomes 1400 cals by calling it bread? How does that work?

[@nathalie8441-x4p]

valid points. I agree the video could have been a bit more clear about that. I think the message is supposed to be "generally, be careful with nuts and seeds, but feel free to spinkle a few grams on a meal whereas oil basically always should be avoided". Oil is much more processed and has a much higher calorie density than nuts and seeds. Regarding the bread, it's also more processed and it loses water through the baking process. Not all of the fiber in the grain is accessible to our digestive system (hence the calories are there in theory but they don't count as our body can't use them), but they become accessible through the processing. The yeast transforms some of the nutrients, too. Plus, there are often some other ingredients added if it's store-bought, but even if not, you can see why the calorie density changes. And the numbers of calorie density varies a lot depending on the bread because there are so many different types.

[@heathersparlor]

I have to work on meal prep. When i am hungry, I need to eat right away. That is my biggest struggle. When I do this, weight falls off of me. I also find that during my period, I am more likely to give up.

[@MarinaSips]

Please please write a book❤

[@arkonite]

I'm definitely the inconsistent dieter! I was a skinny child, very picky eater. Now I need to lose 2 stone (already have a stone off but it's taken a year) I go from not wanting to eat to eating all round me ffs

[@abishouse7910]

Hi how much is your coach program?

[@Larka661]

Changing diet for me is difficult because I'm picky, and healthy food is expensive. When I see pictures of salads and broccoli and coliflower, honestly thinking of having to eat that all the time feels like torture.

[@abishouse7910]

What treats do you give yourself or what rewards do you give if they're not foods?

[@Daemon3667]

Oh my goodness you are so adorable!!!

[@ToScanlon]

Boulder ⬅️

[@longlildoggiegarden]

I had a gastric bypass 17 years ago. I don't eat as much as it is. I am trying to eat more veggies a day. I eat all the time, yet still gain weight, not lose weight. Idk what to do?

[@fishmut]

You said you eat all the time and gain weigh , no surprise there , stop eating all the time and control how much your eating , not everyone can just eat as much as they like and also WHAT food are you eating ? Cut out oils and fats you don’t need it if your carrying fat on your body , portion control of things if you eat meat etc , use your hand to guid you for portion size , meat is the size of the palm of your hand , veggies 2 fist sizes that’s it per meal , if you gaining weight you need to identify what it is your doing .

[@nyxs60]

Can I ask how tall you are, Chelsea? Just wonder if it makes a difference :)

[@rohannawildon9729]

Second one is me for sure

[@Сомнойвсехорошо-ц1ж]

What about coffee ❤ after coffee I eat so much

[@fishmut]

Drink black coffee , remove the sugar and milk , eat breakfast , lunch and dinner and try discipline yourself from snacking , eat whole foods ie veggies and meat if you still eat meat portion control that to the palm size of your hand , if your carrying fat then you don’t need to be eating it or have the smallest amount if you really think you need it , don’t drink liquids other than water cut out calorie drinks ie soda or soft drinks , identity what your doing and change it you will get results oh and weigh your self regularly so you know what’s working ,

[@classicalperformances8777]

More oil helped me lose weight

[@ana-mariaalrasul9231]

I really struggle with salt. The ONLY thing that makes me overeat is salt.

[@agatakjoy]

In my experience, I had to push for about two to three weeks of eating no salt at all, which tasted blunt. I added tons of spices, cumin, curry, pepper, basil, etc. By the end of about two weeks your taste buds adjust and it's no problem at all. Now I have the recommended half a spoonful daily and don't need any more. In fact, other people's food is too salty for me now. I rarely eat out, though. Restaurants add not just too much salt and oil, but also other substances like MSG.

[@ana-mariaalrasul9231]

@agatakjoy That sounds great! In my case it's not that food does not taste good. I have a problem with craving the feeling of dopamine effect of the food that has salt on it.

[@floraly88]

My constraint is that nutritious, low calorie food just tastes gross to me. So I keep on eating processed stuff. Any tips on how to change that?

[@st50156]

I hate what I’m going to say but it worked for me and I am terrible at doing something I don’t like but….. Perseverance and restraint. I used to be the same as what you have written. I got to a point where I just forced myself to eat these foods that I didn’t like because I knew they were good for my body and keep the processed stuff out of the house. This way my tastebuds changed and after a few months I actually liked the stuff I hated. The number 1 thing being blueberries and radish, used to hate both, radish used to make me urge, now I eat both daily and enjoy them. After a couple months I had a chocolate cake and it was nowhere near as good as it used to taste. And I used to eat that cake a couple times a week before

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

@@st50156use garlic and soy sauce on your veggies. You can also roast/brown them for extra flavor. Sweet potatoes (with orange flesh) are delicious just baked, with cinnamon on top. Veggies with potatoes or rice? It’s delicious and makes you feel much better than junk food.

[@surlespasdondine]

It all depends how you season and cook it.

[@floraly88]

Thanks guys. All of these tips I heard before and tried to make them work, but not success as of yet. I can drench broc in a savory garlic soy sauce, and it still grosses me out. I can season veggies to the point of being too much and they still dont have the bite and complex aroma of cooked meats... For the sake of health, I will just keep of forcing it down and try to go more and more plant base still.

[@90daydifference]

Let me give some actually useful advice. If you don’t like the vegetables then skip them. There’s nothing in a vegetable that will improve your health that you won’t just get from meat and possibly fruit… Vegetables are super useful for low calorie filler and just having variety to help you eat MORE meat. Meat is really the goal. If you eat only meat, then eat meat with sufficient fat content since you’d have no carbs. Fyi, carnivore really is not sustainable for people who’ve been eating carbs all their life, just saying. If you eat meat and vegetables/fruit, you should go leaner meats so you can have more total calories to spare if weight loss is your goal. Meat is the ultimate prize, fruit or starchy vegetables probably next, vegetables are honestly dead last in the food hierarchy in my opinion. But I personally eat vegetables and it allows new me to increase the volume like crazy and not be hungry for the non sense food, so use it as a tool.

[@carolineverwer6271]

1st

[@Smudgemom2003]

Inconsistent Dieter. I used to be on a decade cycle. Slow gain 7-8yrs then 1yr lose weight & maintain for a yr/2. Rinse/repeat.

[@sharonbell7796]

Definitely a 2 and 3 😢

[@ashley522]

Ugh, I fall in the second category.

[@erosamuk]

LOVE THIS! Thank you, Chelsea Mae!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😊💛