What if the secret to sustainable weight loss isn't found in rigid meal plans or punishing restrictions, but in a flexible framework designed to adapt to life's inevitable curveballs?

After experimenting with over 30 different diets throughout my life, I've discovered something revolutionary in its simplicity: diets fail when they demand perfection. In this eye-opening episode, I share my journey from 275 pounds to the 230s and reveal the mindset shift that finally made sustainable weight loss possible.

The breakthrough came when I made a powerful decision: everything in my life, including the food I eat, must bring joy. This meant no more choking down bland "diet foods" or denying myself simple pleasures. Instead, I created a flexible weekly framework that combines the most effective elements from various nutritional approaches—incorporating fasting, micro-fasting, keto principles, and modified zone eating depending on what my body needs each day.

My approach isn't about willpower or discipline—it's about forgiveness and adaptability. I explain how I rotate through different nutritional strategies throughout the week, starting with more restrictive days early in the week and building in flexibility for weekends and social events. This rotation has allowed me to lose weight steadily while still participating fully in life's pleasures.

Whether you're struggling with plateaus (like my current one), trying to overcome rigid thinking about food, or simply tired of diets that collapse the moment life gets complicated, this framework offers a refreshing alternative. Join me as I break down exactly how I structure my week, handle cravings, and maintain consistency without demanding perfection.

Ready to transform your relationship with food while still enjoying the journey? Subscribe now and discover a sustainable path to weight loss that bends with life's demands rather than breaking under pressure.

Send us a text

Support the show

Link to download the Hacking The Fat Man Diet, Schedule and Supplements

Hacking The Fat Man 2025 Diet