· Max Lowery · Podcast Episode · 3 min read
#14 Motivation Matters: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic in Fat Loss
Episode Recap: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation. Key to long-term success revealed! Short-term wins come from extrinsic motivation, but lead to inevitable burnout & weight regain. Tune in for expert tips on maintaining intrinsic drive & achieving lasting results.
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Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation: The Real Key to Long Term Weight Loss
Do you lose motivation as soon as the scale stops moving?
There is a reason for that. Most people use the wrong kind of motivation. It works fast, but it fades fast too. In this episode, Max explains the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, and why shifting to the right kind is the secret to results that last.
Max breaks down motivation in simple terms. Extrinsic motivation is driven by outside rewards like hitting a goal weight, fitting into a dress, or getting praise. It can help you start, but it rarely helps you stay consistent. Intrinsic motivation comes from within. You act because the process feels good, because it matches your values, and because it is part of who you are. That is what keeps you going through the ups and downs.
You will learn how this shift changes everything for women over 40 who want sustainable fat loss, better energy, and a calmer mind around food.
Highlights from the episode
What motivation really is and why most people use it the wrong way
Intrinsic motivation explained: interest, enjoyment, identity, purpose
Extrinsic motivation explained: outcomes, praise, the number on the scale
Pros and cons of both, and why a mix can help you start but intrinsic helps you stay
Real talk on why the scale is not the only measure of success and what to track instead
Max also shares practical steps to build intrinsic motivation
Clarify your “why.” Go deeper than weight loss. Ask why it matters to your health, confidence, mood, and daily life.
Focus on how you feel. Notice better sleep, steadier energy, and a clearer mind when you move and eat well.
Make it your identity. Be the person who walks daily, cooks simple meals, and trains two to three times a week.
Choose activities you enjoy. If you do not like running, do not run. Pick movement that feels fun.
Shape your environment. Spend more time with people who make being active and eating well feel normal. Lead if you need to.
If you are tired of starting over every Monday, this episode will help you switch from willpower to automatic habits and from punishment to self respect. That is how you get results that last.
Want to go deeper and follow the same step-by-step system Max uses with coaching clients?
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