Episode 116: How I Lost 20 Pounds After Thinking I Was Stuck

<p><strong>If you had asked me in January whether I&#39;d be down more than 20 pounds by the end of June, I would have laughed.</strong></p><p>Because at that point… I felt completely stuck.</p><p>I was doing all the “right” things. Or at least I thought I was.</p><p>And yet, nothing was changing.</p><p>In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what finally shifted—and why it wasn’t what I expected.</p><p>There was one simple change that made a bigger impact than anything else I had tried… and honestly, I almost overlooked it.</p><p>We’re also talking about a habit I didn’t realize was quietly holding me back, a mindset shift that changed everything, and why my mornings started to look very different.</p><p>If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t responding anymore, or like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing results… this conversation is for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In This Episode:</strong></p><p>• The moment I realized something had to change<br>• What I thought was helping… but actually wasn’t<br>• The simple shift that made the biggest difference<br>• A surprising habit that started working in my favor<br>• Why my mornings became non-negotiable<br>• The connection between faith, mindset, and physical health<br>• What I’m focusing on now instead of just the scale<br>• A challenge I want you to consider this week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Scripture Mentioned</strong></p><p><strong>1 Thessalonians 5:23</strong></p><p>&quot;May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless.&quot;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join Me for Peps &amp; Steps!</strong></p><p>One of the biggest breakthroughs in my own journey came from something incredibly simple… but most people overlook it.</p><p>That’s why I’m kicking off another <strong>Peps &amp; Steps Challenge beginning Monday, July 13, 2026.</strong></p><p>If you’ve been feeling stuck, this might be the missing piece.</p><p>This challenge will help you:</p><p>• Become more aware of your daily movement<br>• Build consistency without overwhelm<br>• Create accountability and momentum<br>• Support your overall wellness goals</p><p>You’ll have time to enjoy the Fourth of July with your family, get prepared, and then jump in with us on July 13.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Me</strong></p><p>Want to learn more about the peptides I mentioned in today&#39;s episode?</p><p>Website:<br><a href="http://www.tracybalderach.com/">www.TracyBalderach.com</a></p><p>Peptides:<br><a href="http://www.tracybalderach.com/peptides">www.TracyBalderach.com/peptides</a></p><p>Instagram:<br>@FaithfullyFitTracy</p><p>Join My Private Faith + Wellness Community:<br><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingfaithfullyfitwellness">https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingfaithfullyfitwellness</a></p><p>Podcast News:<br><a href="http://www.tracybalderach.com/podcast">www.tracybalderach.com/podcast</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Loved This Episode?</strong></p><p>If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review and share it with a friend who feels stuck in her health journey?</p><p>Friend, just because you feel stuck right now… doesn’t mean you are.</p><p>There’s more possible for you than you think.</p><p>Press play and let’s talk about it.</p><p>Pressing on &amp; praying for you,</p><p>Tracy</p>