Fit Model Over 50: Eight and Seven Weeks Out – Slip-Ups, Setbacks & Self-Compassion in the Messy Middle [Ep 54]

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Lisa pulls back the curtain on her journey toward her first bodybuilding physique competition. With just weeks to go, she gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of goal pursuit, from the wins on the scale to the unexpected setbacks. It’s an honest look at the messy middle, where willpower wavers and self-compassion becomes the secret weapon.

She shares the powerful lessons she’s learning in real time: how to reset after slipping up, and the mental strength it takes to keep going. Whether you're working toward a big goal or trying to stay consistent in your own transformation journey, this episode offers a relatable and empowering reminder that what matters most is what you do next.

Key Moments:
[01:00] Real Progress Check-In:
 Body fat down, muscle up—proof that consistency is paying off

[02:00] Slip-Up & Self-Sabotage:
 A few off-plan days trigger doubt and emotional fallout

[04:00] More Than Physical:
 Transformation is mental, emotional and not just about willpower

[06:00] Reset & Recommit:
 Refocusing on the next small step helped Lisa shift her momentum

[09:00] Progress Isn’t Linear:
 Progress includes missteps—what matters is how you respond

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Mentioned in This Episode: What To Do When You Slip-Up [Ep 16] 

Slip-ups happen. But they don’t have to take you off course. In this episode, Lisa shares how to handle setbacks with grace, shift your mindset, and move forward with confidence.

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