Stop Relying on Motivation to Lose Weight
(Try This Simple Method Instead)
Most busy women believe they’re just “not motivated enough” to lose weight.
But the truth is—motivation is not the problem.
And constantly blaming yourself for not being “motivated” only leads to guilt, overwhelm, and more giving up.
In this letter, I’m going to break down the real reason why you’re stuck… and show you a better, simpler way to lose weight and actually keep it off 🙌🏼.
You Don’t Need More Motivation to Lose Weight.
Let’s just be honest… at this moment you’re more than likely;
Busy, overwhelmed, and mentally exhausted from taking care of everyone else and most likely have been putting yourself last so a while now when it comes to taking care of yourself.
And after trying so many “all-in” diet plans that demand more time, energy, and discipline than you have…
Of course you don’t feel “motivated” to try something different.
But motivation has never your problem.
Your problem is — You’ve been taught to treat your health like an all out sprint…
When what you really need is a simpler, more manageable approach.
Something sustainable.
Something that respects your time.
And something that actually fits into the life as a woman, a mom, and human.
So if you’ve ever felt like you just “don’t want it bad enough,”
This letter is for you.
Not to hype you up.
Not to make you feel guilty.
But to show you a simpler, smarter way to go about your health and weight loss.
One that doesn’t require more motivation.
The Real Reason You Keep Falling Off Has Nothing to Do With Willpower
Most women believe the reason they can’t lose weight is because they’re just not “motivated enough.”
But the truth is…
Almost every weight loss program / diet out there sets you up to fail.
They demand massive changes from day one:
Cut out sugar
Work out six days a week
Track every bite of food
And when you’re already juggling work, kids, bills, and mental overload…
That kind of change feels impossible to keep up with.
So what happens?
You either:
Start strong, then fall off when life gets busy
Try to push through using willpower… until you burn out
Or avoid starting at all because it just feels like too much
And then you blame yourself. And say things like:
“I just need to be more disciplined.”
“I need to get motivated.”
“I always give up.”
But what if that’s the wrong conclusion?
What if motivation isn’t the issue?
What if the real mistake is thinking you need to change everything all at once?
Let’s Be Clear: This Isn’t Your Fault
You were never taught how to create fat loss habits that actually stick.
You were taught to chase quick results instead of consistent routines.
You were taught to rely on intensity over simplicity.
You were taught to believe that if you couldn’t follow the plan perfectly… you failed.
That’s the real problem.
And every time you fall off, it reinforces the lie that you just don’t have what it takes.
But the truth is:
You don’t need more motivation.
You just need a better system—one that meets you where you are.
Something so simple and repeatable that it removes the need for motivation altogether.
And once you build it…
Fat loss doesn’t feel like a daily fight anymore.
It feels natural.
I've Seen This Pattern in Nearly Every Woman I’ve Worked With
When ever I start working with a client, one f the first things we do is a “Game Plan Call”.
On this call is when i usually like to get an idea of someones past dieting history, and almost every client i’ve worked with has somewhat of a similar story…
They find a new diet or way to go about losing weight.
They start strong, they’re excited, motivated, and ready to finally make a change.
And for the first few days—maybe even a couple weeks—they’re all in.
Tracking everything. Cutting things out. Forcing themselves to stick to a routine that barely fits into her already full life.
Then… like always… life happens.
The kids get sick. Work piles up. And, they get overwhelmed and end up exhausted.
Suddenly, the plan feels impossible to keep up with.
So they miss a day.
Then another.
And instead of adjusting the plan—they blames themself.
“I just can’t stay consistent.”
“I always fall off.”
“I need to be more motivated.”
But here’s what I’ve learned after working with dozens of women just like this:
Motivation is not the issue.
They weren’t failing because they didn’t care.
They were failing because the plan was built around and driven by motivation… not practicality.
Once I showed them how to shrink their habits down, anchor them into their day, and build momentum through small wins…
Everything changes.
They started following through.
Not because they were more motivated…
But because they finally had a system that worked with their lifestyle.
And when you have that?
You don’t need to rely on motivation ever again.
The Motivation-Free Method To Losing Weight & Keeping It Off:
How to Use Minimum Viable Habits for Fat Loss
The fastest way to start creating momentum towards your weight loss goals in a way thats actually going to stick is to start with what I call Minimum Viable Habits (MVHs).
These are small, simple habits that:
Take less than 2 minutes to do
Fit into your current day without extra stress
Still move you toward your goal
Let me walk you through the exact process step by step:
Step 1: Pick 1–5 Habits That Feel Manageable Right Now
Most Weight loss plans ask too much too soon.
Instead, start with just a few small wins.
Here are examples of habits that work well for busy women:
Drink half your bodyweight in ounces of water
Add veggies to one meal a day
Go for a 5-minute walk
No snacking after dinner
Eat 3 meals per day
Don’t pick what everyone else would pick.
Pick what sounds doable, FOR YOU — even on your worst day.
Step 2: Shrink Them Down Even Smaller
If your habits takes more than 2–3 minutes, shrink them.
Examples:
Walk for 30 minutes → Walk for 3 minutes
Track all meals → Write down breakfast only
Drink 80oz of water → Start with one 16oz bottle
Why? Because consistency beats intensity every time.
We want habits so easy you can’t fail.
Step 3: Create Space for Them in Your Day
If your habits doesn’t have a time and place, they won’t happen.
So ask yourself:
When will I do this?
Where will I be?
Then write it down.
Examples:
Drink water → Right after brushing teeth, in the bathroom
Walk → After dropping the kids off, around the block
Add it to your phone calendar if you need to.
Treat it like any other appointment.
Step 4: Attach Each Habit to a Trigger
A trigger is something you already do—so your new habit can start to feel automatic.
Example triggers:
Brushing teeth
Making coffee
Dropping kids off
Opening your laptop
Getting into bed
Tie your habit to one of those.
Example: “After I make coffee, I drink 20oz of water.”
This reduces friction. No reminders needed.
Step 5: Celebrate Every Time You Follow Through
This part gets skipped often—but it’s crucial.
After doing your habit, take 3 seconds to celebrate.
Say “Yes, I did it.”
Smile. Fist pump. Check it off.
Why?
Because it reinforces the identity:
“I’m someone who shows up.”
And identity change is what makes these habits stick long-term.
Remember: You’re Not Trying to Be Perfect—Just Consistent
You don’t need to overhaul your life.
You just need to show up for these tiny wins daily.
They will build your confidence.
They will retrain your brain.
They will make weight loss feel doable again.
And when that happens?
You stop looking for motivation because you’ve built something better:
A system that works.
“But What If You Fall Off Again?”
You might be thinking…
“I’ve started before. I always stop. What makes this time different?”
The answer?
This time, you're not relying on willpower.
You’re not trying to be perfect.
You’re not doing everything all at once.
And you’re not setting yourself up to fail.
You’re starting small—on purpose.
So even when life gets chaotic, your habits are simple enough to keep going.
“What if I don’t have time?”
Let’s be real. You already don’t have time.
But that’s the point.
That’s why this process was built for women like you—women with jobs, kids, endless tasks, and zero bandwidth.
We shrink your habits to fit your lifesstyle.
So instead of trying to “make time,” you just use the time you already have.
Like…
Sipping water while you wait for the coffee
Doing 5 squats before you shower
Writing down your meals while sitting in the car line
Small shifts can make a BIG impact.
Now what if you mess up?
You will.
That’s just life.
This approach gives you permission to be human.
And that’s why there’s no starting over.
You just keep going.
One small win at a time.
Because the only thing that truly stops you… is quitting.
And this approach makes quitting harder than continuing.
Relying on Motivation Is Like Relying on Wi-Fi
Think about your Wi-Fi for a second.
It’s great… when it works.
But the moment it cuts out, everything stops.
Your work. Your calls. Your plans. Gone.
That’s what relying on motivation to lose weight is like.
It’s unreliable.
It disappears the moment you’re tired, stressed, or overwhelmed.
And if your entire weight loss plan depends on motivation?
You're setting yourself up for constant disconnection.
Now think about your power outlet.
You don’t hope it works.
You don’t wait for the right mood.
You just plug in—and it delivers.
That’s what Minimum Viable Habits do for your health.
They plug directly into your day — No willpower needed. No drama. No guesswork.
They work because they’re:
Automatic
Predictable
Always available
No more chasing the perfect mood to “feel ready.”
You don’t need to feel motivated.
You just need to stay connected to small, steady actions.
And when you do that?
The results become inevitable.
Ready to Stop Starting Over?
Hopefully after ready this you understand that you don’t need another diet and you don’t need another burst of motivation just to lose weight.
You just need a method that works — even when life wants to get in the way.
That’s why I created the SSFL Group.
Inside the group you’ll get:
The 7-Day Starting Fat Loss Series
The Beginners Guide To Strength Training
Exclusive access to live trainings to get personalized guidance and feedback
So if you’re tired of feeling like you’re always starting over…
Let’s stop that today.
You’ve got enough on your plate.
I think it’s time we made fat loss feel a little easier for you.
Much love,
Coach Anthony