· Max Lowery · Podcast Episode · 2 min read
#83 Done with Diets - How Sharon Lost 4 Inches Without Giving Up Wine or Dessert
At 68, Sharon finally found freedom from dieting by focusing on three balanced meals and daily movement. In this episode, she shares how walking helped her lose six pounds, boost her energy, and make exercise a joyful part of everyday life.

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What if getting older didn’t have to mean slowing down, but becoming stronger, more confident, and more in control of your health?
In this inspiring conversation, 68-year-old Sharon shares how she completely transformed her relationship with food, exercise, and her body, without going on another diet. After decades of trying everything from slimming clubs to one-on-one nutrition programs, she finally found a balanced, sustainable approach that fits into her busy, social life.
Sharon opens up about the confusion she once felt around “healthy eating.” Social media had her bouncing between trends, low-carb, fasting, protein-only, and none of it stuck. But through this program, she discovered that it’s not about restriction or guilt; it’s about building habits that last.
You’ll hear how Sharon:
Stopped snacking and now enjoys three satisfying meals a day, no calorie counting required.
Walks every single day, hitting at least 7,000 steps (and often more than 15,000).
Found joy in movement again, making daily exercise an effortless part of her lifestyle.
Lost six pounds and four inches from her waist, even while traveling, entertaining, and enjoying dessert.
Learned that consistency and mindset matter far more than perfection.
For Sharon, walking became more than just exercise, it became a form of self-care. She talks about the mental boost she feels from being active and how regular movement helps her stay sharp, happy, and confident in her body. “It’s become a habit now,” she says. “A way of life.”
If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to change your habits, or felt trapped in the cycle of dieting and disappointment, Sharon’s story will show you what’s possible when you focus on progress, not perfection.
You’ll walk away inspired to:
Create your own daily movement goal (even a simple step target).
Build nourishing meals that keep you full and energized.
Redefine what “healthy living” looks like for your stage of life.
Because lasting wellness isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what works for you.
Listen to the full episode now to discover how Sharon turned healthy habits into a lifestyle, and learn how you can do the same.
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