How I lost 40 pounds in 6 months doing what I love

Lose weight doing things you love.

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Created byWeina Scott

Last updated 7/2026

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What you'll learn

Lose weight doing things you love.
Develop healthy eating habits by learning practical strategies for controlling portions, managing cravings, and making better food choices.
Create a realistic exercise routine that supports consistent fat loss, even if you're short on time or just getting started.
Stay motivated and overcome setbacks using the mindset techniques and habits that helped me lose 40 pounds in just six months.

Course content

1 section • 12 lectures • 50m total length

Preview3:40
Introduction3:08
In this lesson, I share my personal journey of struggling with my weight for years despite achieving success in business.
The Advice That Changed Everything4:39
In this lesson, you'll discover the simple piece of advice that completely changed my approach to weight loss.
Atomic Habits5:00
In this lesson, you'll learn how the principles from Atomic Habits transformed my weight-loss journey from a series of failed attempts into lasting success.
Doing What You Love4:07
In this lesson, I'll share the simple eating strategy that helped me lose 40 pounds without feeling deprived.
Turning Point3:22
In this lesson, I share the emotional turning point that finally pushed me to change after years of failed diets.
Make it a Routine3:49
In this lesson, you'll learn how to make healthy living feel automatic instead of exhausting.
The Weight Beneath the Weight3:15
In this lesson, we explore a powerful truth that many weight-loss programs overlook: sometimes the real challenge isn't food or willpower—it's emotional healing.
The Greatest Reward5:16
In this lesson, I explain that the greatest reward of losing weight isn't the number on the scale—it's the transformation that happens within.
Final Lesson3:46
This final lesson shows how lasting weight loss comes from building a simple daily routine filled with small, enjoyable habits that require less willpower and become automatic over time.
Recap4:34
Everything we've learned - completely summarized.
Weight Loss Books6:14
Read what Weina Scott has to say about current weight loss books.
Quiz

Requirements

No previous fitness or nutrition experience is required — this course is designed for complete beginners.
A willingness to make small, consistent lifestyle changes and keep an open mind throughout the course.
Access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer to watch the lessons and complete the activities.
A notebook or digital app to track your meals, weight, habits, and progress during the course.
Consult your healthcare provider before starting if you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or have dietary restrictions that require professional guidance.

Description

Losing weight doesn't have to mean giving up the foods you love or spending hours in the gym.

In this course, I'll share exactly how I lost 40 pounds in just six months using a realistic, sustainable approach that fit my everyday life. Instead of following extreme diets or chasing quick fixes, I focused on building healthy habits that I could actually enjoy and maintain.

You'll learn the practical strategies I used to eat smarter without feeling deprived, stay active in ways I genuinely enjoyed, overcome setbacks, and stay motivated throughout my journey. Most importantly, you'll discover how to create a lifestyle that supports long-term weight loss instead of temporary results.

Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or you've struggled with losing weight in the past, this course will provide you with simple, actionable techniques that you can begin applying immediately.

In this course, you'll learn how to:

Build healthy habits that last.
Eat the foods you enjoy while still losing weight.
Create a realistic exercise routine that fits your schedule.
Stay motivated and overcome common weight loss challenges.
Develop a sustainable lifestyle that helps you lose weight—and keep it off.

If you're ready to lose weight without giving up the life you love, this course will show you how I did it—and how you can do it too.

Who this course is for:

Beginners who want a simple, step-by-step plan to lose weight.
Busy professionals, parents, and anyone with a hectic schedule who needs realistic strategies that fit into everyday life.
People who have tried fad diets and are tired of gaining the weight back.
Anyone who wants to enjoy their favorite foods while still making steady progress toward their weight loss goals.
Individuals who want to build healthier habits that last a lifetime instead of relying on quick fixes.
Anyone looking to improve their energy, confidence, and overall health through practical lifestyle changes.