logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2024
10m 15s

When Calorie Counting Doesn’t ‘Work’ For...

Kelly Lyons
About this episode
We're tackling a topic that always gets people talking—counting calories! If counting calories works for you, great! But if tracking every bite or obsessing over your food app has ever made you anxious, this episode is for you! In this episode, we'll talk about why calorie counting may make your binge eating and overeating WORSE, and the steps for you to ta ... Show More
Up next
Sep 8
The Binge Eating Behaviors Nobody Talks About
Your friend who binges probably isn't binging where you can see her - and she most likely looks 'healthy' on the outside. Why? Because this stuff is driven by shame, guilt and self-judgement that causes us to hide. I'm calling out the sneaky, secretive stuff nobody talks about, b ... Show More
11m 3s
Sep 1
I Backed My Car Into the Garage. Here's What It Taught Me.
I did something so dumb five days before a nine hour family road trip that I almost didn't tell you about it. But then I realized it's the exact same thing you do every time you binge, so here we are. Buckle up (pun intended).What You'll LearnThe (borderline embarrassing) story o ... Show More
12 m
Jul 21
What Kids Know About Food (That You Forgot)
This week I'm talking about kids. Not motherhood, not parenting tips, just what happens when you actually watch a young kid eat. They stop when they're full. They don't overthink it. They're not thinking about what they had for breakfast or what's coming at dinner. I got into thi ... Show More
12m 41s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2024
How to Move Away From Calorie Counting
New to the show? Start Here + Listening Paths: https://breakingupwithbingeeating.transistor.fm/start-herePick the path that fits what you’re dealing with right now.Are you a long term calorie counter? Then you may want to consider whether it is helping or hurting your journey to ... Show More
14m 50s
Apr 2021
Help! I Can’t Stop Counting Calories
CALORIE COUNTING. So many of us have done it (and many still are) but is this actually helpful? The truth is, in many cases, calorie counting can be a manifestation of disordered eating. I know, SHOCKING, especially because calorie counting is so normalized in our culture. Today ... Show More
31m 11s
Nov 2021
Counting Calories
tail spinning
24m 5s
Apr 2021
7 tips to stop counting calories
<p>If the following is you, this episode will help you SO much!... &nbsp;</p> <p>You’re a slave to my fitness pal or another calorie counting app – you can’t eat unless it’s “logged”. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Before every meal, you’re working out the calories. You’re constantly assess ... Show More
42m 32s
May 2024
71: Should You Count Your Calories?
<p>“Should you be keeping track of the amount of calories you consume every day?&quot; This might be one of the most controversial topics in the health and fitness industry. It can get overwhelming to understand whether you’re obsessed with tracking every kcal, are on a calorie d ... Show More
38m 38s
Jul 2025
200. Why You Don't Need a Food Tracker to Eat Healthy
tail spinning
19m 49s
Oct 2020
40 - Calorie Counting
In this episode we talk about why calorie counting is not sustainable and why you should learn how to eat without counting calories.   Join my membership www.vibewithmaggie.com   
31m 22s
Mar 2025
84: Everything You NEED TO KNOW About Calorie Counting (Paano gawin?)
We’re breaking down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about calories and calorie counting. From what a calorie actually is to why it’s become such a hot topic in diet culture, we’re exploring the science and the psychology behind it all. We’ll talk about why calorie counting ... Show More
26m 58s
May 2025
If You Feel Controlled By Food, Listen To This
Struggling with binge eating, guilt after eating, or feeling like food has power over you? In this episode of That Gym Girl Podcast, Angel breaks down how to stop letting food control you — while still achieving your fat loss or body confidence goals. Learn practical strategies t ... Show More
17m 21s
Mar 2024
Stop Comparing Your Calories
Are you constantly comparing your dieting calories to those of others, wondering why they seem to be able to eat more and still lose weight?This topic keeps on popping up in my DMs and most people get stressed over it. I get a lot of questions and messages about comparing their d ... Show More
20m 8s