Finding Balance: A Former Athlete's Realistic Approach to Calorie Deficits

In a world obsessed with quick fixes and restrictive diets, Ivy, a former college athlete, shares her balanced approach to weight management. She challenges the notion of a 'perfect' calorie deficit, advocating for a sustainable lifestyle change. "There's no correct way to do a caloric deficit," she emphasizes, "do it how you want to do it." Ivy's approach involves tracking calories but also allowing for treats like pizza and cookies, a strategy that resonates with many who struggle with restrictive diets. Her focus isn't just on weight loss, but on building lasting healthy habits. "The bigger goal is building healthy habits that continue long after my period of calorie deficit," she explains. Ivy's message of self-acceptance and sustainable change offers a refreshing alternative to the often-unrealistic and harmful pressures of diet culture.