Welcome back to The Next Level Health and Fitness Podcast! I'm your host, Brad Jensen, and today we have an amazing guest who's here to share her incredible journey with us. Meet Emma Hooker, a certified fitness and nutrition coach who’s lost a jaw-dropping 160 pounds! Emma's story is packed with ups, downs, and everything in between.

In this episode, Emma dives into what it was like to deal with loose skin, go through a few surgeries, and fight an autoimmune disease during her school years. She also opens up about how essential mental health and therapy were in her transformation.

But it’s not all heavy stuff—Emma’s got loads of practical advice on moderation, nutrition, and keeping things real in a world of diet myths. She’s all about balance, allowing yourself small indulgences, and focusing on sustainable health changes.

So, whether you're kickstarting your own fitness journey or just need some motivation, you’ll definitely find value in Emma’s story. Don’t miss out on this inspiring chat—it’s time to get to your Next Level!

 

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Join free training for goals and giveaways.

08:04 Struggled with self-image, illness, and school success.

14:36 Weight struggles led to transformative fitness journey.

20:02 Listen, balance food; restrictive diets often fail.

25:30 Self-taught mindful eating through simple tracking.

34:09 Perseverance, motivation, and support fueled weight loss.

39:03 Loose skin is worth good health and acceptance.

43:09 Weight loss acceptance versus painful surgery trade-off.

50:24 Prioritize mental health, self-kindness, and positive thoughts.

54:52 Struggled with addiction, committed to lasting sobriety.

01:04:53 Addiction struggles require personal responsibility for change.

01:07:02 Empowerment: Acknowledging responsibility leads to transformation.