web01.fireside.fm Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:28:47 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Calorie Deficit” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/calorie%20deficit Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. en-us episodic Mindset, Nutrition & Sustainable Fat Loss for Women Danielle Rancourt, RD I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. no fat loss, sustainable weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, mindset, women’s health, metabolism, sports nutrition, weight loss coaching, healthy habits Danielle Rancourt, RD dani@danitherd.com Episode 93: We Ate 1200 Calories for a Day… That Was Long Enough https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/93 b399eaa0-2c68-45bd-833c-30b520646b9c Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Weight loss dietitians Dani and Sam put the “1200 calorie diet” to the test by following a fully planned day of eating to see what it actually feels like. They share how it impacted their hunger, energy, and mindset—and why eating too little can lead to constant food thoughts and overeating. If you feel stuck in a restrict → overeat cycle, this episode will help you understand why and what to do instead. 43:06 no Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’” That statement sparked this entire episode. As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test. We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally. What we found wasn’t just hunger. It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over. In this episode, we break down: Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally) How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating Why volume eating only goes so far How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat) We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective. Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani: https://www.instagram.com/danitherd/ https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/ Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/ 1200 calorie diet, why 1200 calories doesn’t work, eating too little weight loss, food noise dieting, binge restrict cycle, sustainable weight loss, calorie deficit explained, women’s fat loss, fat loss plateau, under eating and metabolism, diet mindset, volume eating Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’”

That statement sparked this entire episode.

As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test.

We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally.

What we found wasn’t just hunger.

It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over.

In this episode, we break down:

  • Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning
  • What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally)
  • How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating
  • The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating
  • Why volume eating only goes so far
  • How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat)

We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/

https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD
https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/

]]> Someone once told me, ‘I’ve been eating 1200 calories for 2 years and I’m not losing weight!’”

That statement sparked this entire episode.

As dietitians, we hear this all the time—so Sam and I decided to put it to the test.

We each followed a fully planned, measured 1200-calorie day to see what it actually feels like—physically and mentally.

What we found wasn’t just hunger.

It was constant food thoughts, a scarcity mindset before the day even started, and already thinking about what to eat next before the day was even over.

In this episode, we break down:

  • Why 1200 calories is nearly impossible to hit consistently without strict planning
  • What it actually feels like to eat that little (physically + mentally)
  • How “food noise” increases when you’re under-eating
  • The “last supper” and “I earned this” mindset that leads to overeating
  • Why volume eating only goes so far
  • How this cycle keeps people stuck (restrict → overeat → repeat)

We also share exactly what we ate, how we felt throughout the day, and why eating as much as possible (while still in a deficit) is key for sustainable fat loss.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like “nothing is working”… this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/

https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD
https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/

]]> Episode 65: 7 Signs You’re Not Ready for Fat Loss https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/65 e1655a7a-c0ff-4d3f-bebd-3a4aecfc0197 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Find out if you're actually ready to focus on fat loss and go into a calorie deficit. 46:50 no With the New Year approaching, many Americans are setting weight loss goals. But are you truly ready to start your fat loss journey? In this episode, we’ll discuss seven reasons to hit pause on fat loss and how focusing on other areas first can set you up for long-term success. Tune in for actionable insights to make your health goals sustainable and effective! In this episode: * 7 reasons to consider postponing fat loss * Real-life examples of how we’ve helped clients prioritize other areas first to achieve sustainable fat loss Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) calorie deficit, fat loss, reverse diet, mindset With the New Year approaching, many Americans are setting weight loss goals. But are you truly ready to start your fat loss journey? In this episode, we’ll discuss seven reasons to hit pause on fat loss and how focusing on other areas first can set you up for long-term success. Tune in for actionable insights to make your health goals sustainable and effective!

In this episode:

  • 7 reasons to consider postponing fat loss
  • Real-life examples of how we’ve helped clients prioritize other areas first to achieve sustainable fat loss

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> With the New Year approaching, many Americans are setting weight loss goals. But are you truly ready to start your fat loss journey? In this episode, we’ll discuss seven reasons to hit pause on fat loss and how focusing on other areas first can set you up for long-term success. Tune in for actionable insights to make your health goals sustainable and effective!

In this episode:

  • 7 reasons to consider postponing fat loss
  • Real-life examples of how we’ve helped clients prioritize other areas first to achieve sustainable fat loss

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> Episode 60: 8 Discussions I Had with Clients This Week https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/60 8e1ddf87-ad10-4cf5-a9f7-a9deec3f1db3 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Get a behind the scenes look at recent conversations I've had with my clients and get a feel for what's it's like to have a dietitian coach on your wellness journey! 38:30 no My clients and I have incredible conversations each week when we meet online. This past week, I felt like I had such great discussions that I should share them with you so you can get an inside look at my stance on nutrition and what it's like working with Pivot dietitians! We have 8 key discussions that I want you to be a part of to so tune in! In this episode: * What does an "all foods fit" approach look like? * Utilizing AI to help with meal planning * Being intuitive vs intentional * Volume eating * Working with a therapist * Choosing the path of least resistance * Summary Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) weight loss, meal planning, mindfulness, calorie deficit, chat GPT My clients and I have incredible conversations each week when we meet online. This past week, I felt like I had such great discussions that I should share them with you so you can get an inside look at my stance on nutrition and what it's like working with Pivot dietitians! We have 8 key discussions that I want you to be a part of to so tune in!

In this episode:

  • What does an "all foods fit" approach look like?
  • Utilizing AI to help with meal planning
  • Being intuitive vs intentional
  • Volume eating
  • Working with a therapist
  • Choosing the path of least resistance
  • Summary

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> My clients and I have incredible conversations each week when we meet online. This past week, I felt like I had such great discussions that I should share them with you so you can get an inside look at my stance on nutrition and what it's like working with Pivot dietitians! We have 8 key discussions that I want you to be a part of to so tune in!

In this episode:

  • What does an "all foods fit" approach look like?
  • Utilizing AI to help with meal planning
  • Being intuitive vs intentional
  • Volume eating
  • Working with a therapist
  • Choosing the path of least resistance
  • Summary

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Episode 50: OATzempic review: What is it and does it work for fat loss? https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/50 c7592d82-f502-4b44-89fb-3d265eb7494e Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Dietitian review and taste test of Tik Tok's oatzempic trend. 26:41 no In recent weeks, a new Tik Tok trend called OATzempic started to blow up my social media feed. It seemed only appropriate to dig into this trend and to try it myself. In this episode: * What is OATzempic? * OATzempic taste test * Does it work for fat loss? * Dietitian Recommendations Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) Co-Host: Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD (https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/) oatzempic, ozempic, weight loss, oatmeal, calorie deficit, GLP1 In recent weeks, a new Tik Tok trend called OATzempic started to blow up my social media feed. It seemed only appropriate to dig into this trend and to try it myself.

In this episode:

  • What is OATzempic?
  • OATzempic taste test
  • Does it work for fat loss?
  • Dietitian Recommendations

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

]]> In recent weeks, a new Tik Tok trend called OATzempic started to blow up my social media feed. It seemed only appropriate to dig into this trend and to try it myself.

In this episode:

  • What is OATzempic?
  • OATzempic taste test
  • Does it work for fat loss?
  • Dietitian Recommendations

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

Co-Host:
Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD

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