{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Strength Renewed","title":"Systems, Sweatshirts & Sustainable Change: Rethinking Weight Loss","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2168,"description":"Show Notes Summary:\n\nIn this  episode of Strength Renewed, Mikki and Jess share a vulnerable, nuanced conversation about the role of systems, habit tracking, and intentional living—especially during midlife transitions like perimenopause. Using their beloved Aviator Nation sweatshirts as a symbol of inspiration, they explore how consistency, clarity, and small actions compound over time. The duo also delve into the complexities of weight loss medications, acknowledging both their promise and limitations. This is not a “for or against” conversation—but a refreshingly balanced look at what sustainable transformation really takes. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts or just trying to build better habits, this episode offers wisdom, empathy, and a nudge to take that next small step.\nHighlights:\nWhy systems (even cozy sweatshirts!) matter more than motivation\nThe challenges of honest food tracking—and why it's worth it\nWhen weight loss medications are helpful and how to build habits around them\nThe importance of defining what \"doing everything\" really means\nWhy slow, deliberate change may be more powerful than quick fixes","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/5hvebTzemts7RHS8BdDS8MhC1sWkN1JNqZzmuifmuzs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ODZh/YzA2MGY3M2YyNWM2/YjI0NDhmZWJhNTU0/MzU2NS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}