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#28 How Elin Shed 40lbs in 13 Weeks While Raising Three Kids Under 5
This week's episode features inspiring client Elin, who lost 40lbs in just 13 weeks despite being a busy mom of three under five. Elin shares her transformation secrets, mistakes made, and lessons learned on how to achieve weight loss without restriction or deprivation.
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How Ellen Lost 17 Kilos in 12 Weeks as a Busy Mum of Three Without Restriction or the Gym
Think you have to give up your favorite foods or live at the gym to lose weight
Ellen proves otherwise. In just 12 weeks, she lost 17 kilos and 7 inches from her waist while juggling three kids under five, returning to work, eating out with friends, and even going on holiday. No cutting carbs. No punishing workouts. Just simple habits, steady consistency, and a big mindset shift.
Before joining Live360, Ellen felt stuck. Years of yo-yo dieting, body criticism, and post-baby exhaustion had chipped away at her confidence. She wanted a different future for herself and a healthier example for her children. Instead of another strict plan, she learned how to make food work for her life. Three satisfying, protein-focused meals. Plenty of fruit and veg. Fewer snacks by design, not force. And a powerful new lens on food as both fun and fuel.
The big unlock was emotional eating. Ellen began pausing before reaching for the snack cupboard and asking why. Was it hunger, stress, or tiredness She swapped autopilot for a simple check in, walked for a few minutes, drank water, and ate when she was truly hungry. That tiny pause changed everything. Cravings calmed. Energy improved. The scales moved.
Movement became part of life instead of a punishment. With three little ones, steps and outdoor time came first. Later, she added low stress sessions on a home bike, not to burn calories, but to unwind and reset. Exercise went from have to to I get to, which made it stick.
The ripple effects showed up fast. More energy despite broken nights. Easier family outings. A lighter mood and less snapping. Clothes that fit again. Most importantly, Ellen felt like herself. She could enjoy pizza at lunch without guilt, then return to her normal routine. No all or nothing. No starting over Monday.
If you are a busy woman who wants sustainable weight loss, less emotional eating, and more confidence without giving up your life, Ellen’s story shows exactly how.
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