<![CDATA[The Climbing Dietitian | Your Sports Nutrition Expert | Brisbane Dietitian & Nutritionist - Blog]]>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:40:57 +1000Weebly<![CDATA[Identifying Key Muscle Building Bottlenecks - 3 Things To Explore If You Are Not Seeing The Gains]]>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:08:12 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/identifying-key-muscle-building-bottlenecks-3-things-to-explore-if-you-are-not-seeing-the-gains
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If you have been training consistently and eating “better” but your muscle-building results feel slow, stalled, or completely non-existent, you are not alone.

A lot of people assume they need a new supplement, a more complicated program, or some advanced strategy they saw online. In reality, most muscle-building plateaus come down to a few very basic bottlenecks that are being overlooked.

As a Sports Dietitian, I see this all the time. People are working hard. They are motivated. But one or two key fundamentals are not aligned or properly executed, and that is enough to limit progress and cause you to feel frustrated.

Here’s the thing…

If you want to build muscle effectively, you need the right pieces of the puzzle put together in the right way, and given enough time. In other words, you need to pull the key levers. 

In this blog, I share 3 of the most common bottlenecks that hold people back when it comes to hopping on the gain train and seeing some more lean muscle mass.

1. Your Training Is Not Creating Enough Stimulus

Muscle does not grow just because you show up to the gym or eat some food. It grows because you push it beyond what it is currently used to. Good ol progressive overload. 

If your weights have not increased in months, your reps look identical week to week, or you are simply going through the motions, your body has no reason to adapt and then grow. As I alluded to just before, muscle growth requires progressive overload. That means gradually increasing the demand placed on your muscles over time.

This does not mean you need to destroy yourself every session (in fact there still seems to be a belief that you need to be sore to growth, not necessarily the case). 

It means you need structure, intent, and progression over time built into your training routine.

Before looking at your nutrition, ask yourself honestly:
Are you truly training in a way that stimulates growth? Are you doing hypertrophy-stimulating training?

Because without adequate stimulus, even “perfect” nutrition will not build muscle.

2. You Are Not Eating Enough Protein

Protein is the “raw material” your body uses to repair and rebuild muscle tissue - acting as a signal for muscle growth. 

In a nutshell, If intake of protein building blocks is too low, you are limiting your ability to recover and grow.

Many people think they are eating “high protein” simply because they have eggs for breakfast or a protein shake after training. But when we actually calculate total daily intake, it often falls short of what is required for optimal muscle growth.

For most active individuals looking to build muscle, protein needs are higher than the general population (though even non-gym goers can benefit from improved protein intake). 

Spreading protein across the day also matters. Hitting a solid target at each meal supports muscle protein synthesis more effectively than cramming it all into one sitting.

This is one of the easiest bottlenecks to fix. Increasing lean meats, seafood, dairy, eggs, tofu, legumes, and other quality protein sources can significantly improve your muscle-building results.

If you are unsure whether your intake is appropriate for your goals, body, and training load, that is something I help clients with so do not hesitate to reach out if you want professional guidance.

3. Your Total Calories Are Too Low

This is a nuanced one.

You cannot build muscle efficiently if you are consistently under-eating (and I am not going to go into body recomp here or on the technicalities of being able to b build in a calorie deficit). 

Muscle growth is an energy-demanding process. If your body does not have enough total calories, it will prioritise basic survival and recovery, not adding new muscle tissue as efficiently for MOST people (important caveat).

This is especially common in people who are trying to stay lean while building muscle. They train hard, eat “clean,” but unknowingly sit far below a standard deficit (even being slightly in a deficit can be tricky for many). 

Building muscle typically requires a small, controlled calorie surplus. Not an aggressive, dirty bulk. Not force feeding. 

Just enough additional energy to support training, recovery, and growth with a slightly larger margin for error to streamline things a bit.

When total calorie intake is aligned with protein intake and progressive training, results tend to follow a lot better and with more intention.

If you feel stuck despite doing everything right, this is often the missing piece.
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Bringing It All Together

Muscle building does not usually fail because of “complex” mistakes. It fails early because of overlooked basics.
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If your progress has stalled, look at these three areas first:
  • Are you creating enough training stimulus?
  • Are you eating enough protein?
  • Are you consuming enough total calories to support growth?

When these foundations are in place, muscle gain becomes far more predictable and far less frustrating.

If you are training hard but not seeing the return you expect, it may be time to take a more structured approach. As a Sports Dietitian and Nutritionist, I help athletes, active professionals, and everyday gym-goers leverage their training and nutrition so that effort actually turns into real results.

If you would like personalised guidance around muscle building, performance nutrition, or body composition, you can reach out via my contact page and start the conversation. Sometimes a small adjustment is all it takes to unlock better progress.

You do not need more complexity. You first need the right fundamentals, applied correctly and ultimately consistently.

And that is exactly where strategic nutrition makes the difference.

So if you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, that’s exactly where I can help. 

Let’s remove some guesswork together.

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Sports Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[6 Lifestyle Changes You Can Make To Start Dropping Body Fat In 2026]]>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 02:18:47 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/6-lifestyle-changes-you-can-make-to-start-dropping-body-fat-in-2026
Fat loss nutrition tips from an Australian sports dietitian and nutritionist.
The start of a new year often brings fresh motivation around fat loss… and just as often, a lot of unnecessary pressure. Many people feel they need to completely overhaul their diet, cut out everything they enjoy, and “be perfect” to see results.

The reality? Fat loss doesn’t need extreme rules to work. In fact, it’s usually the simple but effective, repeatable changes that make the biggest difference over time and gets you started on the right track.

As a Dietitian and Nutritionist, I see this play out every year. When people focus on a handful of high-impact habits that support consistency, fat loss becomes far easier to kick off and maintain. 
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In today’s blog, I share 6 nutrition and lifestyle changes that can help tip the scales in your favour without turning your life upside down.

The list

1. Include a Source of Protein at Every Meal
Increasing protein intake is one of the simplest and most effective upgrades you can make to your nutrition. It’s low-hanging fruit and it works.

Protein supports body composition, helps regulate appetite, and makes meals more filling. When meals are satisfying, sticking to a calorie deficit becomes far easier, which is essential for fat loss to occur. Better protein intake leads to better dietary balance and better adherence… both of which matter more than perfection.

Aim to include a quality protein source at each meal, such as lean meats, seafood, eggs, reduced-fat dairy, tofu, or legumes. This single habit alone can make your diet feel noticeably easier to stick to.

2. Swap at Least 50% of Your Alcohol Intake for Sugar-Free Drinks
Alcohol is one of the most common bottlenecks I see when fat loss stalls. It’s energy-dense, easy to overconsume, and can impact both food choices and how your body processes energy.

A practical approach isn’t necessarily cutting alcohol completely. Instead what might be a beter starting point is swapping some alcoholic drinks for sugar-free alternatives like soft drinks or sparkling water. This still gives you something enjoyable, without the same calorie cost. 

Small changes here can have a surprisingly big impact over time.

3. Use the 80/20 Rule to Improve Consistency
Successful fat loss isn’t built on constant restriction. One of the key principles I reinforce with clients is flexibility.

The 80/20 approach means aiming to eat nourishing, whole foods around 80% of the time, while allowing up to 20% for foods you simply enjoy. This creates breathing room, reduces feelings of deprivation, and makes your plan far more sustainable.

When your approach feels realistic, consistency improves. Oh and consistency is what drives results, by the way.

4. Leverage Volume Eating Through the Power of Plants
Volume eating focuses on eating larger portions of lower-calorie foods to help manage hunger while staying within your calorie needs.

Plant foods make this much easier. Vegetables, fruits, and legumes allow you to bulk out meals without blowing your calorie budget. This might look like increasing salad and veggie portions, or swapping some higher-fat processed meats for plant-based options more often.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach here. Individual preferences matter. Nonetheless, increasing plant volume is a simple way to feel fuller without eating more calories.

5. Prioritise Sleep to Reduce Unplanned Snacking
While not a nutrition change on paper, sleep plays a huge role in how easy fat loss feels.
Poor sleep can disrupt hunger and fullness hormones, making you feel hungrier and more prone to snacking. This is why people often notice stronger cravings and “peckish” behaviour when they’re run down.

Improving sleep quality won’t magically cause fat loss but it can make sticking to your nutrition plan far easier by reducing unnecessary hunger and impulse eating.

6. Choose Lower-Fat Dairy and Dessert Options
There’s still a belief floating around that full-fat products are always superior for fat loss. In reality, fat is more calorie-dense, and reducing it is one of the easiest ways to lower overall calorie intake without drastically changing food choices. 

It’s not even about whether full fat is good or bad, it’s simply about food science, my friend.
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Opting for reduced-fat milk, yoghurt, cheese, or lighter dessert options allows you to keep familiar foods in your diet while trimming excess calories in a super easy way. You’ll still get the protein and key nutrients but just without the added calorinos from saturated fats, etcetera.

Recapping it up!

Fat loss doesn’t have to feel like a constant battle. When you focus on small, strategic changes that support fullness, flexibility, and consistency, progress becomes far more achievable.

If you’re finding that you know what to do but struggle to apply it consistently, that’s where working with a Dietitian can help. As a Sports Dietitian, I help people build personalised, sustainable strategies around fat loss without extreme rules or unsustainable restriction.

Sometimes it’s not about doing more… it’s about doing the right things, more consistently.

So if you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, that’s exactly where I can help. 

So need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?!

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[How Long Should It Take To Start Seeing Momentum Build With Fat Loss Results]]>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 04:00:32 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/how-long-should-it-take-to-start-seeing-momentum-build-with-fat-loss-results
How Long Should It Take To Start Seeing Momentum Build With Fat Loss Results - Dietitian Nutritionist Advice
“How long is this going to take!” - King Julien, Madagascar, 2005. 

And many dieters have been asking this since. Specifically for their fat loss results.

So how long will it take before you see fat loss results? Well, can be as soon as 2 weeks to as long as 6-8 weeks.
 
However, the answer for how long you should give it, minimum, in order to start seeing the momentum build and start seeing the seeds of some bonafide results to start trickling in more quickly?

That is a bit different and is going to be answered today. 

In this blog post, I reveal the minimum timeframe to realistically allow yourself for a weight loss plan to start allowing the fruits of your labour to come to fruition. 

How long to allow fat loss results to start really building some momentum? Time to get a bit of an idea through the perspective and experience of a qualified Dietitian.

The answer to the question of how long it takes to lose weight is multifaceted and can be difficult to truly know due to the fact that everyone’s situation is…well, different (newsflash).

Are we talking “technically” losing weight?

Perhaps losing enough weight to feel you are making changes?

Maybe you mean losing most of the weight or all of the weight you want to lose?

All these have different answers and considerations. No two questions can be answered with the same answer.

Technically speaking you can lose weight within 1-2 weeks, and I have had a bunch of clients over the years who hit the ground running.

However, what most people tend to want to know is how long does it take to start seeing some true results. Some bona fide changes to the ol physique.

And to answer this we have to be a bit conservative in our generalised answer but not so much that it demotivates you or leaves you being too careful in your proactiveness. 

So I want to give you insight on what is a safe, realistic target timeline for you to have to start seeing some real changes that teel you that you are on the right track.

That is what we will focus on here and I will keep it direct, nice, short, and sweet for you because there or more important things than how long you should give it before you see the kilos dropping like fruit from a tree.

But hey, you asked! So I will provide you insight and a general timeline that is “just right” for most people.

What is the minimum amount of time before you should start seeing real weight loss results?

Given you want to make assessments on whether something is working as planned or not,from a minimum 2-4 weeks of data. And given that the first month or so of any new plan tends to lean towards being more of a trial and error period…

We can say that within 6-8 weeks, things should be more stable and you should be settling in a more consistent “routine” with your nutrition plan.

Therefore, it will likely take you 8 weeks before you truly see the changes in your body and the results trickling in like good ol clockwork.

Oh but let’s give it a range because that’s more applicable to a real-life situation and provides room to move and for nuance/context and less pressure.
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How Long Can It Take Before You Start Seeing Momentum Build With Your Fat Loss Results?

Safe bet is: 8-12 weeks is how long it will take most people to see some solid, real fat loss results.
In other words, for most people, it will take MINIMUM 8012 weeks before the results start gaining momentum.

Of course, to varying levels from individual to individual as the extent of weight loss will look different from person to person.

Does this mean you can’t start seeing the rewards in as little as 4 weeks? No way! Very doable.

All I’m saying here is that it takes time, can take longer than you expect, and that patience will reward you as long as you DON’T give up.

You will overestimate the short-term rewards while underestimating what can be done over the longer term.

This is the human experience. We all go through it. So understand it and try and change the way you think - your mindset.

While you shouldn’t be going into multiple months without so much as a peep of weight loss, you also do not want to freak out if the first 4,5,6 weeks feel slow or like you are still finding your feet.

This is normal. And everyone has their own pathway. Even when you are doing everything right, and even if you are doing things incorrectly.

You simply stay true for the former and learn from your experience for the latter.

So give it time but remain proactive.Within 8-12 weeks is when things truly start to be clearer and the “picture” starts to be uncovered through fat loss.

It may not be a case of “is it working?”. Maybe you should ask, “has it been enough time?”. 

Anything sooner is a bonus. But if this can allow you to stop being so hard on yourself and give up too soon, well…I feel I have done my job here. 

Recapping It Up!

So there you go!

Now you know what a safe estimate is for how long it can take to start really seeing the fruits of the fat loss tree come out to be picked and juiced.

While individual estimates are very hard, by having a realistic and sensible benchmark to work from as a timeline, hopefully this will reduce the amount of stress you experience and reduce the risk of you overeacting OR giving up too soon.

As I always say, you will overestimate what you can achieve in the short term (1,2,3…6 months) and underestimate what you will achieve in the long term (6, 9…12+ months). 
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, that’s exactly where I can help. As a Dietitian/Nutritionist, I’ll help you find an approach that works for you (that can stick like sauce on spaghetti). 

So need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?!

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa 
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[Thinking about Hiring A Dietitian? Here are 10 Signs You Should and 15 Goals Why!]]>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 22:18:24 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/thinking-about-hiring-a-dietitian-here-are-10-signs-you-should-and-15-goals-why
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Look, I'm not saying you should hire a Dietitian...but here are some signs it's probably a darn good idea to do so.
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Just some good ol fashioned lists today, keeping it direct and to the point as I now you are all just as busy as we wind down this hectic year.

​Here are 10 reasons why you should consider working with a Dietitian as well as 15 types of goals a Dietitian can help you with.
1) You are in a cycle of weight loss followed by weight regain. Rinse and repeat.
2) You are not seeing any progress (or less than you would like).
3) The dieting process is causing you stress, confusion, and potentially anxiety.
4) You are noticing a negative mindset around food manifesting within you.
5) You see foods as either “good” vs “bad” (allowed vs not allowed).
6) You have a health condition or abnormal bloodworks that complicates the dieting process and requires specific intervention.
7) Your performance (in the gym, sport, or life) is going down like the prices during a vintage Black Friday sale).
8) You lack accountability (and know you thrive on it) to keep on keepin’ on!
9) You are ready for long term change and real results (not temporary ones).
10) You are getting sick all too often (aka immune health has a lot to be desired).
11) Muscle growth is ghosting you. 

Any of these tickle your fancy or sound all too familiar? Then what I do want to say is...
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Oh and for good measure, since you may be thinking about "is my goal something a Dietitian/Nutritionist can assist with". Here are the 15 goals a Dietitian can help you with.

1) Weight Loss/Fat Loss/Cutting Phase/Becoming a Lean Machine
2) Muscle Building/Gain Train/Bulking
3) Sporting Performance/Regaining Competitive Edge
4) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (AKA IBS)/Funny Tummy Relief
5) Improving Productivity/Career Performance/Work Performance
6) Life Performance/Fuelling Your Longevity
7) Heart Health/Cardiovascular Nutrition
8) Type 2 Diabetes/Blood Sugar Management
9) Energy Optimisation/Daily Living Fuel
10) Coeliac Disease Control/Gluten Intolerance
11) Nutrition for Healthy Ageing/Attentuation of Breakdown
12) Business Performance/Boss Fuel/Entrepreneurial Potential
13) Immunity Reinforcement/”Get Sick Less” Advice
14) Vegan and Vegetarian/Navigating Plant Based Eating
15) Development of Habits and Behaviours/Food Relationship Repair

For a more detailed breakdown of these in case some don't make sense, you can check out the blog I wrote on this here. 

And I know what you are thinking...but it's nearly Christmas! What is the point of thinking about this now.

Well, funny enough, I also wanted to get this one out to you because complacency before the festive season leaves to many people scrambling to regain lost ground at the start of each year.

It's not about not being able to enjoy the festive season and having to "diet" (I can tell you all my clients are able to approach it with flexibility and enjoy a cookie or few), it's about getting the wheels moving and your mindset into gear sooner rather than later rather than delaying on repeat and having to try and regain your footing in January and February and only finding your feet by July. 

So again, I'm not saying you should hire a Dietitian (whether it be me or someone else), I'm just saying, read through the above and make up your mind if it's perhaps a darn good thing to do so and stop leaving things to chance (and it doesn't even have to wait till after new years to get started, but it can be of course if that is what you so prefer). 

But if you do decide you want to have a chat and see what we can do together, click here to email me OR apply directly here.

To your peak,
Aleksa (The Climbing Dietitian)​
Aleksa Sports Dietitian (Circle Headshot)

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[4 Reasons You Are Not Seeing The Muscle Growth Of Your Dreams]]>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 22:52:22 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/4-reasons-you-are-not-seeing-the-muscle-growth-of-your-dreams
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Muscle growth is one of the most popular personal aspirations across the world, alongside fat loss and achieving financial freedom.

It’s safe to say you or someone you know (and their doggo), are wanting more muscle or to look a certain fit and strong way.

So what is the reason so many people are dissatisfied with their muscle growth results?
What could be stopping muscle-building success fruit from coming to fruition on the gains tree?

If you are not seeing the muscular growth (hypertrophy) happening, something is bottleneck your results or impacting your view of yourself. 
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Let’s dive into this topic and allow me to share with you 4 reasons you are not seeing the muscle growth of your dreams (and number 4 is one you will not expect but is not to be missed!).

Reason #1: Training Insufficiency ​

Quite simply and bluntly, you are not training enough, properly, with consistency. Your stimulus is not there or not in enough abundant to match the muscle aspirations you hold.

This is such a big piece to the puzzle as you can eat what you eat, and do everything else…BUT if you are not giving those muscles a certifiable reason to grow, they wont.

Look into your training regimen first and make sure everything is looking gravy. And if not, tune it up!

Reason #2: Not Eating Enough “Juice” For The Machine

You may very well be falling into the trap of not eating enough. Whether it be calories, protein, or both. 

Without the necessary fuel to feed the stimulated muscles enough, growth will stagnate. It could even be that you eat enough to grow but you aren’t eating consistently that way.

One day on, couple days off…just won’t cut it. You should avoid FIFOing up your fuelling game and keep the body and those aspiring gains topped up the right way.

A Sports Dietitian can make sure you are fuelling correctly AND enough for muscle growth, so if you are stuck or want to maximise things, reach out and let’s see if we can team up.
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Reason #3: Recovery? What Recovery?

Do you even recover, bro and broette?

If not, well, don’t expect the body to respond kindly to your requests for hypertrophy by just feeding and training. 

You need rest and recovery, done in the right way, to ensure your body gets the time it needs to contemplate and decide to grow. It happens in recovery. Sleep and rest days and all that stuff you are so conveniently pushing aside. 

Recovery. It’s your friend.

Reason #4: Looking Through The Incorrect Lens

Last but definitely not least, we have a bit of a different one here. A blunt, harsh truth you need to hear.

Looking through the incorrect lens has led many a hypertrophy chaser astray and it may be the same case for you. Let me explain…

It could be that you are simply holding unrealistic expectations on what your growth potential is or is at this point in the journey (muscle growth takes it’s sweet, merry ol time).

Or it could be the most common mindset trap, which is looking at yourself through the “Self Critical Lens”.

Where you see yourself one way, that may not be the right way, where others actually see your progress. And you stay looking at yourself thinking you are still “smol”. 

Sound familiar? 

One could scratch at the surface and uncover the words “dysmorphic, unhealthy mentality” but we won’t be venturing down that path today.

Let’s just say, you will always be more critical of your progress when you are very much so doing just fine! 

Great in fact. And you should keep at it, my friend. You are likely making progress which is perfectly fine

Recapping It Up!

So there you go!

I have revealed to you 4 big reasons you may be stopping yourself from seeing the muscle growth vision you have in your mind.

The hypertrophy of your dreams, right.

It could very well be all, one, or a couple of these “bottleneck” keeping you wanting. 

You do not have to try doing this alone, however.
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If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, that’s exactly where I can help. As a Dietitian/Nutritionist, I’ll help you find an approach that works for you (that can stick like sauce on spaghetti). 

So need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?!

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.
Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Sports Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[3 "Fat Loss Diets" That Are Actually Bad For Fat Loss - The Unspoken Truth That Not Enough “Gurus” Will Tell You!]]>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 23:54:54 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/3-fat-loss-diets-that-are-actually-bad-for-fat-loss-the-unspoken-truth-that-not-enough-gurus-will-tell-you
Sports Dietitian and Nutritionist explaining why restrictive fat loss diets don’t work long term
Plot twist: Some ‘fat loss diets’ are actually the biggest roadblocks to losing fat.
When it comes to fat loss, it feels like there’s a new “magic” dietor product every other week. 

Scroll Instagram for even just 5 minutes and you’ll probably see influencers swearing by the latest “life-changing” plan that promises fast results if you just cut out this, eat only that, or follow some ridiculous set of rules in the name of awakening the “fat loss powers that be”. 

Here’s the uncomfortable truth though: not all “fat loss diets” actually support fat loss long term. And that is the kicker!

In fact, some of the most hyped-up approaches and diets are actually the ones that make fat loss harder, not easier. They might have your scale initially drop it like it’s hot (snoooooopp), but at the cost of sustainability, health, and your good ol sanity.

As a Dietitian, I see the fallout of these diets all the time….

Leaving in its wake, frustrated people who feel like they’ve “failed,” when in reality, the diet failed them. That’s why I want to pull back the curtain and show you three popular “fat loss” diets that are, ironically, terrible for fat loss when you zoom out and look at the bigger picture.
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Let class commence now!

Culprit #1: Carnivore Diet ​

Keto’s crazy cousin has been touted as the new kid on the block for fat loss prowess but honestly you are better off looking elsewhere.

Why?

Do you really think you will be able to sustain a diet of just meats, eggs, cheese, and assorted fats?

And even if you could, you shouldn’t because the health implications can not be understated enough over the long term. 

Fat loss…temporarily…at what cost? Think about it.

Culprit #2: Any juice cleanse or similar crappy thing

Cleansing yourself as if your skin, liver, lungs, and your digestive system isn’t right there doing the same thing without having to buy and drink expensive juices.

You may lose weight drinking only juice cleanses or swapping out meals but how long can you stick to this really?

Be real with yourself and consider the long-term progress and not just the initial fat loss any random reduction in intake can achieve.

Food for thought (which ironically you will be eating less of, doing this diet). 

​Culprit #3: OMAD…you mad? (One Meal A Day)

One meal a day…sounds…”fun”. Not.

Other than the lack of sustainability part of the equation here, you have 2 other things to consider. 
  1. You are unlikely to be able to consume all your macro and nutritional needs in 1 meal
  2. Even if you could, you wouldn’t be able to digest and absorb it all in one meal a day.

This leaves you with both a diet that sucks and a diet that is not optimal for nutritional adequacy.

Why do that? When there are better, more strategic ways to go about it. Bare minimum 2 meals a day and even that doesn’t suit alot of people. 

So eat with a lil bit more regularity and fuelling.

Recapping It Up!

So there you go!

At the end of the day, these “fat loss diets” aren’t helping your fat loss (not really anyway).  They’re just making it harder. Real results come from sustainable strategies and practices (which are then individualised to the person), not blanket, one-size-fits-all quick fixes.

The truth is, there’s no magic hack or trendy rulebook that beats the basics done well (and done right for the individual at hand). 

When you get your nutrition foundations right, you can still enjoy your food, while still getting some sweet, sweet results. 

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, that’s exactly where I can help. As a Dietitian/Nutritionist, I’ll help you find an approach that works for you (that can stick like bluetack on an old childhood poster). 

So need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?!

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science, reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.
Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

Suppose you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already. In that case, you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa 
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[Why You Might NOT Be Losing Weight (Despite “Eating Right” and Healthy)-The (Unfortunate) Power of Calorie Deficit “Insufficiency”]]>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:58:55 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/why-you-might-not-be-losing-weight-despite-eating-right-and-healthy-the-unfortunate-power-of-calorie-deficit-insufficiency
Why you might not be losing weight despite eating right – dietitian tips in Australia
“Why am I Not Losing Weight? When I Am Basically Eating Less?!”
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Common question, and there very well could be a clear explanation for this. A reason to the madness of “no fat loss despite being in a deficit”. 

It very well could be due to what I call “calorie deficit insufficiency”. 

What does this mean? Let me explain and give you the ol 101. 

In this blog, I show you one of the biggest reasons people don't see the fat loss results that they want (despite feeling like they are eating in a calorie deficit and eating more “healthy”). 

Of course, assuming you do in fact have the right deficit in place and are actually sticking to things accurately. 

Let class commence now…

Today's Question for the nutrition teacher:

"Hey Aleksa! I have changed my diet around and eating well most of the time, but I'm not losing much weight. What am I doing wrong?!". 

The Answer: 

Common question. Good question to address.

As I alluded to earlier, firstly, we need to make some assumptions here to direct our focus otherwise we can get stuck in a cycle of ifs, buts, and it depends more than we usually would or should.

So let's assume that you have made the right changes to your diet that would actually be considered good and so that when you are eating well, you are eating "correctly" for the goal.

And also let's assume that not losing much actually means weight loss stagnation and not simply being too hard on yourself and having too unrealistic of expectations as far as fat loss.

So we have a situation where you made the right changes, and weight loss is really not moving along.

What gives?!

Calorie Deficit Insufficiency

Well, I can't know for sure without personally working with you and completing a detailed assessment but what is likely happening is what I have named "Calorie Deficit Insufficiency".

Simply put, you have a lack of a calorie deficit in your strategy either 1 or 2 (or both) reasons):

1) You have been eating well but the calories are still not low enough to get the results you expect (but with the first assumption above lets say this is not the case and that by "good changes" it also includes cutting enough cals)

Therefore, that leaves....

2) You are not sticking to the calorie deficit enough of the time

In other words, you may be eating "right" most of the time. But when you are not, it's enough to keep you from losing.

What I coined for clients as "eating yourself right out of a deficit".

Visual Demo

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To visually explain this, imagine that Monday to Friday you are in a 400 cal deficit. Now on Saturday and Sunday you are in a 1000 cal surplus because #weekend, right. 

You have essentially ended the week at a....calorie balance of 0 (zlitch, nada) calorie deficit.

A 2000-calorie deficit from the weekdays was nullified by a 2000-calorie "unplanned surpus "gap filler". 

Therefore, alert...calorie deficit "insufficient". 

It's not just about eating right when it comes to actual fat loss...the deficit needs to be enough to maintain a deficit average.

So if you feel you are eating healthier. Great. That does not mean you have unlocked fat loss.

Oh you are eating in a deficit “most of the time”. That is a start, but depending on the actual numbers and whether or not you are balancing the books…

It also does not mean you have unlocked the fat loss chest and reward. 

You ultimately need to be averaging a calorie deficit to some decent level of adequacy over a consistent amount of time to see your weight loss efforts come to fruition (generally speaking, at least and not assuming any specifics around amount of fat you may want to lose).

Recapping It Up!

So there you go!

Now you know one big reason why you might not be seeing the fat loss results you feel you are promised and want to achieve.

It could be a common flaw in your system where you strategy is “insufficient” in deficit juice.

You will be to recalibrate things and redirect your efforts more effectively, which you can go do alone or seek a Dietitian to take over and help you navigate it properly. 

Need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?!
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If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

My inbox and my ears are open and happy to explore how we can work together to help you get more out of your efforts and shorten the time it takes you to get there.
 
Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.
Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[5 Nutrition Mistakes I Have Made (That You Can Learn From)]]>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:23:53 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/5-nutrition-mistakes-i-have-made-that-you-can-learn-from
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People see me as a Dietitian and assume I can never do any wrong (or have never done any wrong) with my own food game.

The truth is, no diet is perfect and I have made some mistakes with nutrition in the past that I hope can help you feel normal about it and also help you learn from it so you can avoid the same pitfalls and common problematic food mindsets.

Just as I used my own mistakes to learn from and only get better, so can you! 

In this blog, I share 5 mistakes I have made with my own nutrition in the past (and how you can learn from these yourself).

I hope you find value from these admissions so you can clock some wins under your nutrition belt. 

1) Thinking that drinking a protein shake was going to build me a bunch of muscle

My first experience with supplements was when I got my first tub of protein powder when I was around 15 years old.

It felt exciting. New. And even a little taboo, as my parents weren’t that fond of the idea of supplements - back then, they were not as commonplace and accepted in the general populace as it is now.

The reason I got the protein powder was that at the time I (incorrectly) believed that simply taking whey protein would build muscle and make me jacked.

I was wrong. Protein is only one piece of the muscle-building puzzle and even then, protein powder is just a source of protein, not protein muscle-building magic!

So my mistake was putting too much emphasis and belief in the power of protein powder simply because of bro science and the allure of supplements.

2) Identifying food as either good or bad (aka putting unnecessary labels on it)

The unfortunate truth is that so many people label foods as good or bad (and everything in between). On the surface this may seem innocuous and no big deal but when you look at nutrition from the professional lens I have been equipped with, you see the potential harm.

Oh and I too fell into the trap early on and actually into my early years as a Dietitian I believed foods are either good or bad. Letting it influence my own food relationship and also affected the way I consulted and coached clients.

The truth is that now I see food as food - some is better, some should be moderated, some is healthier, others are more for enjoyment in moderation. No black and white situation, but plenty of grey and nuance. 

I let diet culture influence me and I don’t want the same for you.

So don’t make the mistake like I did and so many others, and instead avoid creating food guilt by seeing food with more flexibility and less critique. It can be a fine line but if you feel your food mindset is negative, working with a Dietitian can help.

Click here to contact me now to discuss nutrition coaching.

3) Focusing too much on specific ingredients rather than the whole puzzle

Nutrition is a puzzle of sorts. A few pieces individually or loosely completed is not enough to form a real consensus.

So it makes sense then that it is wrong to just look at individual nutrients of a given food and make a judgment or firm decisions based on this.

Yet, I made this mistake myself like so many others and now it is your turn to learn from this.

Fixating on the fact a food has some sugar, some salt, some lil bit of this, little bit of that…well it is like make a decision on a holiday by just seeing the country on a map.

It’s not the complete picture! Look beyond nutritional singularities and form a decision on the whole puzzle. The bigger picture.

A Dietitian can help you decipher nutrition and figure it out with less guesswork…interested? Contact me today to have a chat about nutrition coaching.
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4) Trying to eat too "clean"

Eating “clean” means eating only whole foods, the foods we know are natural and healthy and should form the basis of the majority of our diets.

In other words, not eating anything indulgent or “junk food” like. Eating a very rigid, strict diet with no semblance of “naughty”. 

This created a food mindset that is familiar to so many…the thought and belief that anything indulgent deserves a guilt trip.

One of my memories of this was in high school, coming back from a friend's party and grabbing the jump rope to burn off the calories because I felt guilty I overate on fun foods and couldn’t “let” it put on weight.

I broke this thought process and eventually adopted a flexible nutrition approach into my client coaching and consulting work, but there was a time I too made this mistake and I want you to avoid this too.

Know what is okay to eat “clean” but only if you genuinely want to and prefer it. Otherwise, it is ok not to eat fully clean and have some spice in your life. It comes down to context and preference among other things.

Food for thought.

5) Not listening to hunger cues and natural satiety

This is one that I am still guilty of from time to time…I still tend to have moments when I eat more with my eyes than with my intuition.

However, this started and was more prevalent when I was much younger. My mum tells me the funny stories of how I would eat for the sake of eating, simply because I liked to eat delicious food and didn’t exhibit natural, intuitive eating at times.

While hard to classify as a true mistake in itself due to the multifaceted way that this can happen and because we all have lapses in hunger and satiety regulation as part of the condition of being human…

It is still something to be aware of and work on. Building better habits, behaviours, and mindsets around food and eating will serve you well and the earlier you start the better.

Once you have stronger intuitive eating and can regulate hunger and satiety better, the world's your oyster as far as nutrition strategy and control.

So try and listen more to your body and tell me you don’t feel better and more in control for you it!

Recapping It Up!

There you go!

Now you know 5 nutrition mistakes I have personally made that you can learn from. While most of these were before I became a Dietitian, I still make mistakes, and that is normal.

No diet is perfect, and learning from these is part of the process. Embrace it!

I hope you found value in this - now go and keep improving. It’s not the setbacks that define you, it’s your journey (as cliche as that sounds hahah). 

Need to figure out this nutrition thing and remove guesswork?
May be time to speak to a Dietitian and I am open inbox and open ears!
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If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science, reach out and enquire about my services and we can see if we are a good fit. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[Could It Be IBS? 4 Symptoms Worth Paying Attention To]]>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 03:15:47 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/could-it-be-ibs-4-symptoms-worth-paying-attention-to
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Let’s be real, as humans, we all get the occasional upset tummy (and this is perfectly normal). Our digestive system is a complex arena of microbiota, digestion, absorption, and processing. 

However, some people have more sensitive guts and this can lead to symptoms that impact quality of life and simply annoy the crap out of you (literally and figuratively here).

One such condition that I have increasingly been seeing over the last few years, is IBS (Or Irritable Bowel Syndrome). I have worked with and helped many clients navigate this arena and regain “gut stability” and get rid of “funny tummy”.

So what should one look out for? How can you know if you have IBS?

Truthfully, this is one of the gut conditions that are not as easily diagnosed medically and require nutrition intervention to test and conquer. However, knowing what potential initial signs to look out for so you can proactively see a Doctor and speak to a Dietitian…
Well that is what today is about. 
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In this blog, I will share 4 potential signs IBS may be an annoyance in your life. However, any gut issues should always be spoken about to your doctor too because there are many gut conditions that are not IBS and much more serious (so keep that in mind).

1) Random Symptoms No Matter What You Eat (No Clear Specific Food Connection)

Do you find yourself getting symptoms left, right, and centre…
No rhythm or reason to be seen. No specific food connection or explanation. From seemingly being affected by dairy, meat, bread, fruit, and everything in between.

Well, there is a good chance (provided nothing more serious is going on), that you have IBS as the FODMAP triggers in IBS cover multiple food groups and types, which means without a structured elimination and assessment, it is hard to pinpoint what exactly is causing the issues.
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So if you are getting a funny gut with no identifiable routine or explanation and it happens like random clockwork…worth exploring further to see if you may have IBS.

2) Ongoing “Funny Tummy” But The Doctor Has Ruled Out All The Scarier Ones

One of the clearest ways to know that IBS is probably the culprit is when all else has been ruled out, it’s usually good ol Irritable Bowel.

​This is because the triggers for IBS are very specific and different to many other common gut problems but also because IBS is one condition that is not able to be reliably medically diagnosed.

So when all else is ruled out but the tum is still not feeling too flash, then you may want to divert your undivided attention to IBS and speak with a Dietitian asap.
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​3) Gut Symptoms Despite A Healthy Diet

IBS. Is. Not. Due. To. A. Poor. Diet. Repeat after me and make sure anyone who tells you otherwise, is wrongo.
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IBS is because you happen to have a sensitive gut and can not tolerate FODMAPs well. These are a group of carbs found in many foods (many healthy foods!).

So when you are getting gut symptoms but you feel your diet is none too bad, then IBS can be a possibility (but also does not mean it may not be something else, such as coeliac disease or worse, so always speak to the Doc).

However, when a healthy enough diet is in place and your gut continually feels off, then it’s worth looking into and IBS is always a possibility.

Simply see a doc first to rule out things such as IBD, coeliac disease, more simple intolerances (such as only lactose or A1 protein in milk), or reactions to non-food triggers. ​

​4) Experiencing The “ABCD’s” Of Gut Symptoms (But Otherwise Feeling Ok)

ABCD. Abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhoea.

Definitely not exclusive to IBS but if you feel otherwise healthy and the doctor has worked with you to make sure nothing more insidious is going on, and you are getting the classic case of “bloated tummy that poops a lil funny”, then IBS may be suspect number uno. 

Especially if the symptoms are not even constant but can come and go randomly as if it’s related to “something you ate”. 

Also, worth noting everyone experiences IBS differently so you don’t even need to be getting all 4 types of symptoms. This is why there are IBS categories too such as IBS-C being the constipation-dominant variety, for example. 

So getting the ABCD’s…speak to your doc and Dietitian as food intolerance is usually the cause (IBS is a condition of over-fermentation and reaction, which is why bloating and wind is big sign).

Recapping it up!

If you have IBS or suspect you may have it, you don’t just need to put up with it. If any of these signs are recognisable, then it may be time to take the next steps and speak with your healthcare professionals.

The “good” thing about IBS is that it relates directly to food intolerances and are not directly problematic for your health, like say, gluten is in coeliac disease, where it affects your health directly. 

So this means you can speak to and work with a Dietitian to help you figure out what’s really going on, identify food triggers, and create a nutrition plan that supports your gut without leaving you overwhelmed or overly restricted.

There is a process to this! And a qualified Dietitian with experience with the IBS management pathway can be your key to a symptom-free life. 

Need to nip IBS in the bud?
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As a Dietitian with experience helping clients with IBS, I am happy to have a chat and see if we are a good fit. 

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - reach out and enquire about my services that can be used to get on top of your IBS issues. 

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa 
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

]]><![CDATA[The Dance of Motivation and Habit - What Everyone Working On Themselves Needs To Know]]>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:47:37 GMThttps://www.theclimbingdietitian.com.au/nutrition-blog-dietitian-brisbane-nutritionist/the-dance-of-motivation-and-habit-what-everyone-working-on-themselves-needs-to-know
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Motivation and habit.

Two areas or principles I should say, in the world of all things health. Whether you are into working on your nutrition, fitness, sports, or really any aspect of your individual potential.

Yet so many get it wrong…

Not in understanding what each of these things entail or their definition, but instead in the way they view them in the context of their goal/s.

The way that they put weight on one vs the other. 

This is what I want to explain to you: the ballad of goal achievement. 
The dance of motivation and habit. 
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In this blog, I will detail a saying that is so true yet often forgotten as well as break down in simple terms what you need to focus on when it comes to the art of motivation and habit building. 

Motivation 101

Motivation is an emotion.

It has ups and downs. Peaks and troughs. Peaks and valleys. Good times and s**t times. It’s a rollercoaster of a ride.

Yet so many people put such big emphasis on motivation and place a heavy reliance on it being the savior of one's goals and success.

You can’t do this to yourself and the reason is simple….

If you rely on motivation, you are leaving your results to chance because you can not truly dictate your motivation all the time.

Sure, you can get yourself “pumped up” and “motivated” but you will have times of de-motivation when things are simply harder.

This can last a day or even weeks so it’s not enough to try and have motivation catch your falls.

You need more…and that is where habits come in.

Habits 101

Good ol habit of behaviour.

Habits are the guardrails of one’s results and success. I truly believe this, and that is why I literally use this saying with clients.

Habits underpin the efforts we put in and enable us to keep on the straight and narrow (at least more successfully than we would otherwise).

So why is it that people get it so wrong? Why is it that habits get pushed to the wayside as far as our efforts go?

Well, there could be a variety of reasons, but none is less common than the fact that we all in some way or another, strive for quick fixes to our apparent problems.

We seek the easy so we don't think about anything beyond the pure result itself. Leaving out the pieces of the puzzle in place that frame our picture (imagine if you made the middle of a puzzle but then left the edges - the image would show, but wouldn’t be worthy of display, and would get ruined easily without the structure). 

Focus on building new habits, reinforcing current ones, and fixing old ones. Do it early, do it right. You will thank yourself for it.

As the saying goes...

Motivation and habits for nutrition change
Something recently spurred on this blog post. 

I was recently in my gym and one of their aspirational posters reminded me of this very true saying that too many forget or don’t understand.

“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.”

And isn’t it the truth! 

This is the dance of motivation and habit.

Motivation has it’s place but you can’t rely on it fully. Habits have their place but they aren’t always easy nor intuitive.

The dance is what matters and enabling both to effectively guide you forward. 

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Recapping It up!

So now you know that habits are key, motivation can’t solely be relied on, and both have an important role to play.

Your goal now is to learn how to do this dance and see better results for it.

Ready To Do Things Properly?
If you’d like to see how nutrition coaching can help you get more out of your efforts, I’d love to help.

If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of nutrition and want expert support that’s practical, tailored, and grounded in real science - I’d love to help and chat about it to see if its a good fit.

Click here to enquire now about working together.

Or feel free to reach out with any questions - I am here to make sure you make the right decision.

You can also email me at: aleksa@theclimbingdietitian.com.au 

If you are ready for “comprehensive level” full nutrition coaching solutions and feel I am the right Sports Dietitian for you already, then you can alternatively apply now directly to see if we are a good fit.

Simply CLICK HERE and start the process for reaching your peak potential and getting the body you feel happier, healthier, and more confident in.

Looking forward to taking out the guesswork and helping you “figure out this nutrition thing”. 

Sports Dietitian and Coach Aleksa 
Aleksa The Climbing Dietitian Brisbane Dietitian Nutritionist

Brisbane Dietitian and Nutritionist

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