Shut Up And Choose
The No-BS Weight Loss Podcast I Lost Over 140 lbs Without Dieting, Without Exercise, and Without Giving Up the Foods I Love—And You Can Too. If you’re sick of dieting and done wasting money on weight loss gimmicks that never work long-term, you’re in the right place. For years, I was just like you. I was the ultimate yo-yo dieter, jumping from one fad diet to the next—keto, low-fat, no-carb, meal plans, shakes, you name it. I’d lose some weight, gain it back, then beat myself up for “failing.” I was stuck in the cycle. Every Monday, I’d swear, This is it! This time, I’m really going to lose the weight. And by Friday? I’d be back to old habits, feeling like a failure. Sound familiar? Then, I finally cracked the code. I figured out how to lose 140 lbs and keep it off—without giving up my favorite foods, without spending even one minute in the gym, and without turning my life upside down. And now, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned with you. Now, I’m a bestselling author on Amazon for my book Shut Up and Choose and a keynote speaker, helping thousands of people finally break free from the diet industry’s lies and lose weight the right way. No gimmicks, no nonsense—just real, practical strategies that actually work in real life. If I could do it—while juggling a busy life, eating the foods I love, and without ever stepping foot in a gym—so can you. What You’ll Learn in This Podcast: ✔️ How to lose weight without starving yourself – No more crash diets or miserable meal plans. ✔️ Why 85% of weight loss happens in the kitchen, not the gym – You don’t need grueling workouts to see results. ✔️ The easiest ways to cut calories without tracking every bite – Because nobody wants to live with a food diary forever. ✔️ How to break the yo-yo dieting cycle for good – Finally lose the weight and actually keep it off. ✔️ Why motivation is overrated—and what actually works – Willpower won’t save you, but the right strategies will. ✔️ The exact steps I took to lose 140 lbs and maintain it – No fads, just real habits that work. No More Excuses. No More Waiting. Listen, I get it. Life is busy. You don’t have time to meal prep like a bodybuilder, count every calorie, or spend hours in the gym. Neither did I. But here’s the truth: Nobody is coming to rescue you—not your doctor, not a $500-a-month weight loss coach, and definitely not another diet plan. If you want to lose weight, you have to start making better choices. But that doesn’t mean you have to eat like a rabbit or give up your favorite foods. 🚫 No meal plans. 🚫 No shakes. 🚫 No gimmicks. Just real, practical, no-BS strategies that actually work—even if you’re busy, stressed, or have failed 100 times before. Who This Podcast Is For: 🔹 You’re sick of dieting and want real, sustainable weight loss. 🔹 You want to lose weight without giving up your favorite foods. 🔹 You don’t have time for hour-long workouts but still want results. 🔹 You’ve tried everything—and nothing has worked long-term. 🔹 You’re finally ready to take control and make it happen.
Episodes
Ever wonder why your weight loss efforts keep starting strong but fizzle out like clockwork? The problem might not be your diet plan, your metabolism, or even your willpower – it could be that you've become exceptionally skilled at quitting.
This raw, unfiltered episode cuts through the noise to expose the real reason most people fail at weight loss: they abandon their efforts at the first sign of imperf...
At 61 years old and 140 pounds lighter than I was two years ago, I've discovered something profound about weight loss that most "experts" won't tell you: it's not about dramatic overhauls or punishing yourself thin. After failing at over 100 different diets throughout my life, I finally found success through making small, smart choices consistently.
When I stopped chasing the quick fi...
That moment when you're staring into the fridge, not actually hungry but somehow convinced food will solve whatever's bothering you? We've all been there. And it's this exact pattern of emotional eating that silently sabotages weight loss journeys more effectively than any late-night cookie ever could.
In this raw, no-nonsense exploration of why we eat our feelings, we dig into the uncomfo...
Two years ago, I weighed 411 pounds, avoided mirrors, and convinced myself I wasn't "that big." Then came the wake-up call—a birthday photo with a guy in a pink gorilla suit that showed me a truth I could no longer deny. That moment changed everything.
Today, I'm 140 pounds lighter, but what I've gained is far more significant than what I've lost. While the first year of weight l...
Let's cut through the bullshit – we all know how to lose weight, but most of us don't want to face the uncomfortable truths that make sustainable weight loss possible. After losing 140+ pounds and keeping it off for nearly two years, I'm laying out ten harsh realities that Instagram influencers and diet gurus won't tell you.
The first hard truth? Sustainable weight loss is boring. No trend...
Why is "eat less, move more" such terrible weight loss advice? Because it completely misses what actually drives our eating behaviors and sets us up for failure from the start.
The problem isn't that people don't understand how calories work—it's that they don't understand why they overeat in the first place. Food isn't just fuel; it's comfort during stress, celebration...
Tired of jumping from one diet plan to another without sustainable results? This raw, no-holds-barred episode tackles the uncomfortable truth about meal plans and why they're setting you up for failure in your weight loss journey.
Drawing from my experience of losing 130 pounds and keeping it off for nearly two years, I expose why those $99 influencer meal plans never work long-term. These plans don&apos...
Tired of fitness influencers selling you overpriced supplements and impossible body standards? This raw, unfiltered episode cuts through the Instagram fitness illusion to reveal what sustainable weight loss really looks like.
As someone who lost 140 pounds naturally and has kept it off for nearly two years, I'm calling out the fitness industry playbook: make you feel inadequate, sell you a solution, and...
From failed diets to sustainable success, this raw and unfiltered episode dives deep into why intermittent fasting isn't the miracle solution it's marketed to be. After trying over 100 different weight loss methods throughout his life, Jonathan shares why intermittent fasting - despite its popularity and initial results - is ultimately just another restrictive diet destined to fail long-term.
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Join us for an eye-opening episode as we tackle the popular diet myths that have long misled many. This week, we strip back layers of confusion to reveal the truth that operates beneath the surface of dieting, health, and weight management. Jonathan dives into the seven most pervasive diet myths, addressing everything from the myth that carbs are the enemy to the falsehood that fat gets stored as body fat.
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Late-night snacking has always been deemed a taboo, but what if the rules have been wrong all along? This episode of Shut Up and Choose confronts the common myths tied to late-night eating habits, shining a light on the reality of how our bodies process food regardless of the clock. Dive in with us as we unravel the psychology behind those midnight cravings, explore scientific insights that debunk the old adage that “...
Ever wonder if you can shed pounds without bidding farewell to your favorite foods or hitting the gym? On "Shut Up and Choose," I shake up the narrative around weight loss by sharing my own journey of losing over 140 pounds without sacrificing life's culinary pleasures. Discover the grounding truth: it's not about fancy diets or magical foods, but about maintaining a calorie deficit. Listen in as w...
Ever wonder why your weight loss journey isn't moving as fast as you'd like? Perhaps those innocent nibbles—those subtle bites, licks, and tastes (BLTs)—are silently plotting against your progress. Join me on "Shut Up and Choose" as I recount a college BLT eating contest that hilariously parallels how these unnoticed calories can mess with your goals. Through a relatable client story, I'll spo...
Obesity is not a body type—it's a choice. Join me as I share my personal journey from weighing 411 pounds and grappling with severe health issues like uncontrolled gout and atrial fibrillation, to realizing the self-inflicted nature of my burden. This episode strips away the myths of the weight loss industry, confronting the idea that one can be both "fat and healthy." It's time to move past excuse...
What if society's embrace of body positivity is actually harming our health? Join me, Jonathan Ressler, as I challenge the norms surrounding fat activism and the sweeping calls for a Fat Equality Bill of Rights. This episode unpacks the controversial views that have sparked heated debates around obesity and personal responsibility. I argue that being overweight is not a disease but a result of personal choices, a...
Have you ever felt trapped by the weight you're carrying, both physically and emotionally? Join me, Jonathan Ressler, as I share my journey of shedding 140 pounds and unlocking a life filled with newfound freedom and joy. Through personal stories, we'll explore how overcoming challenges like "booth anxiety" and everyday tasks that once seemed monumental can transform not just your body, but your mi...
Imagine shedding over 140 pounds without resorting to extreme diets or punishing workout routines. That's the journey we share in this episode, where we expose the seductive myths of rapid weight loss and explore the lasting freedom that comes from mindful, balanced living. We promise to reveal how small, intentional choices can lead to monumental transformations, breaking the cycle of temporary success and inevi...
Discover why most New Year's resolutions, especially those targeting weight loss and fitness, fall apart by Quitter's Day, the second Friday in January. We cut through the noise of the diet industry with a bold claim: lasting change starts from within, not with a gym membership or stringent diet. I, Jonathan Ressler, will guide you through understanding the psychological aspects and emotional triggers that o...
The holiday season doesn't have to be a free pass for indulgence. Instead, what if you could seize this time as an opportunity to set the tone for a healthier, more empowered 2025? Join me, Jonathan Ressler, on Shut Up and Choose as we break away from the conventional mindset of waiting for January to kickstart change. I'll guide you through making simple yet powerful mindset shifts during the year's la...
Isn't it frustrating to keep falling into the same weight loss traps, hoping for lasting change but ending up right where you started? Jonathan Ressler knows this cycle all too well, having been crowned the king of failed diets after trying at least 100 different plans. In this episode of "Shut Up and Choose," Jonathan doesn't just list what's wrong with traditional dieting—he turns the spotli...
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