I Can't Seem to Stay on Track to Lose Weight: Can a Health Coach Help?

Weight loss can be challenging—it takes training, mental awareness, education, and commitment. Athletes rely on coaches to help them excel; why don’t you?

Our health coaching helps you approach your weight loss journey like athletes approach their game, with diligence, accountability, and an eye on the prize: your health.

Our weight loss experts at Metabolic Medical Center  can help you crush your weight loss goals by going through it together. We walk your journey with you side by side, encouraging, advising, and tailoring your diet and exercise until you cross the finish line and beyond.

Why weight loss is challenging

Losing weight isn’t just about eating less and moving more, although that’s important. 

To succeed, you must understand your body, habits, lifestyle, and all the factors derailing your efforts, like stress, emotional eating, and lack of support. Figuring out those variables takes time, attention, and knowledge, so it helps to have an expert in your corner to identify your unique weight loss triggers and guide you step by step.

How a health coach can help you win at weight loss

Like an athletic coach, our health coaches are professionals who help you set and achieve health goals. We provide the support and motivation you need to stay on track, and when you hit roadblocks, we help you overcome them. 

Here are just some of the many advantages of health coaching for weight loss:

Personalized coaching plans

You start by meeting with a weight loss specialist to discuss your goals, weight history, diet, and exercise routine. We also ask about past weight loss attempts and what might have sabotaged your efforts. Using this information, we create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle.

Setting realistic goals

One of the first steps in health coaching is setting realistic and achievable goals. Your coach helps you break down your weight loss goal into smaller, manageable steps. 

Developing healthy habits

Sustainable weight loss requires changing your habits. Our health coach helps you develop healthy eating and exercise routines, identify triggers for unhealthy behaviors, and find ways to avoid them.

Accountability and motivation

We check in with you regularly to encourage you and keep you accountable.

Overcoming obstacles

Everyone faces setbacks on their weight loss journey. Obstacles are inevitable, whether it’s a busy week at work or a family event with tempting foods. Your health coach provides strategies to overcome these challenges and stay on track.

Understanding the emotional side of weight loss

Weight loss isn’t just a physical challenge; it’s an emotional one too. Many people struggle with emotional eating or feel discouraged when progress is slow. Your health coach provides emotional support and helps you develop a positive mindset.

Flexibility

At Metabolic Medical Center, the length of your program is up to you. You can continue coaching until you reach your goal weight or stop earlier if you feel ready. Our team is always available if you need extra support in the future.

Expert guidance

Having a health coach means you have access to expert guidance. Your coach provides you with evidence-based advice and the latest information on nutrition and exercise. 

Long-term success

Losing extra pounds for a special event, like a class reunion or wedding, is one thing, but we want you to stay healthy for a lifetime. Health coaching instills healthy habits and a positive mindset that equips you to keep the weight off.

Is health coaching right for you?

If you’re struggling to lose weight on your own, start approaching it as a team sport and get a health coach. 

Call Metabolic Medical Center in Mount Pleasant, Charleston or Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, or book an appointment today.