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It's Not You. Losing Weight is Hard.

If you've struggled on your weight loss journey, know that you're not alone. Here is a free Mental Health Kit to support you on your journey.
By
Dr. Luis Ordaz
October 17, 2025
It's Not You. Losing Weight is Hard.

Dr. Luis Ordaz

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October 17, 2025

And anyone who tells you this simple probably hasn’t walked in your shoes.

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We’re constantly bombarded with messages that make it sound easy:

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“Do these 3 things to lose weight fast!”
“Drop 30 pounds in 30 days!”
“Move more. Eat better. It’s that simple.”

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It’s not that simple. And when you’ve tried over and over again without lasting results, it’s easy to feel defeated... like maybe you’re the problem. But you’re not.

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If you’ve been struggling on your weight loss journey (or any fitness journey), please know you’re not alone. I created a free Mental Health Kit for Fitness to help you stay grounded, motivated, and supported when things get tough.

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You deserve to feel strong inside and out.

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[Download your free kit here]

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