In this episode of Mikhail and Sherna Get Fit, Sherna Cunningham and Mikhail Kirton break down the real role diet plays in sustainable weight loss. They share personal stories about emotional eating, portion control, and ditching restrictive diets in favor of realistic habits.

Learn how meal prep, calorie awareness, and a balanced mindset can help you hit your fitness goals without burnout. They also explore how food choices are shaped by culture, stress, and lifestyle and how to build habits that actually last.

If you're serious about fat loss, building muscle, or improving your relationship with food, this episode is packed with practical, relatable advice.

Timestamps:

05:33 Attitude determines success in fitness journey

10:45 Discipline and consistency in workouts matter

17:52 Sources of motivation for weight loss

23:38 Advice to their past selves starting out

26:20 Future plans: Pushing limits and new challenges

28:46 Final thoughts on progress and consistency

Memorable Quotes

“You don't need to be skinny to have somebody love you. You don't need to be the smallest person because it's your personality that matters the most.”

“Progress isn't just about weight, is about power, mindset and showing up about consistency.”

“One day can mean a lot. You could learn a lot of things during that day”

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