web02.fireside.fm Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:48:10 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Weight Management” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/weight%20management Fri, 29 Aug 2025 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 81: Weight Maintenance: How to Keep the Weight OFF! https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/81 9c4d2206-62f0-4cc4-98d9-6868f93c3a62 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Most people can lose weight, but most regain it within 1-5 years. Dietitians Dani and Sam share 7 proven habits that help you lose weight and keep it off. 44:26 no Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets. In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good. If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen! Connect with us: → Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) → Leave a review and share this episode 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/) weight loss maintenance, sustainable weight loss, keep weight off, fat loss tips, calorie deficit, metabolism, strength training, healthy habits, weight regain prevention, weight management Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good.

If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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

]]> Most people can lose weight — but 80–90% regain it within 1–5 years. Why? Because losing it and keeping it off are two completely different skill sets.

In this episode, Dani and Sam break down research from the National Weight Control Registry (10,000+ successful maintainers) and share the 7 key habits that separate regain from long-term success. From daily movement and consistent eating to strength training, sleep, and stress management—you’ll learn exactly what it takes to stay in the successful 10–20% who keep the weight off for good.

If you are struggling to lose weight and KEEP IT OFF, this is a must listen!

Connect with us:
→ Learn more about our coaching programs at the website pivotnutritioncoaching.com
→ Leave a review and share this episode

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 54: 8 tips for balancing your health goals AND having a fun summer https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/54 0780e89c-2449-4a0f-89b9-2ce5205d7473 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:45:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Summertime can make it hard to stay on track with your health and fat loss goals. In this episode, we discuss how you can find a balance between having a great time and still seeing progress. 38:30 no For many health-focused adults, summer can bring about additional challenges to staying on track, especially social eating and drinking. In this episode, Pivot dietitian coach Samanthan Ferguson and I discuss how you can still progress towards your health and fat loss goals while having a fun summer. Best part is, you don't have to give up your favorite foods or booze! In this episode: * Determine your goal * Start the day off strong * Meals vs grazing * Incorporating veggies * Balancing alcohol * Grilling meats (bratwurst vs chicken sausage nutrition) * Exercising in the summer vs winter * Practice saying “no” / how to politely say "no" 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/) summer, lake season, fat loss, weight management, grilling For many health-focused adults, summer can bring about additional challenges to staying on track, especially social eating and drinking. In this episode, Pivot dietitian coach Samanthan Ferguson and I discuss how you can still progress towards your health and fat loss goals while having a fun summer. Best part is, you don't have to give up your favorite foods or booze!

In this episode:

  • Determine your goal
  • Start the day off strong
  • Meals vs grazing
  • Incorporating veggies
  • Balancing alcohol
  • Grilling meats (bratwurst vs chicken sausage nutrition)
  • Exercising in the summer vs winter
  • Practice saying “no” / how to politely say "no"

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

]]> For many health-focused adults, summer can bring about additional challenges to staying on track, especially social eating and drinking. In this episode, Pivot dietitian coach Samanthan Ferguson and I discuss how you can still progress towards your health and fat loss goals while having a fun summer. Best part is, you don't have to give up your favorite foods or booze!

In this episode:

  • Determine your goal
  • Start the day off strong
  • Meals vs grazing
  • Incorporating veggies
  • Balancing alcohol
  • Grilling meats (bratwurst vs chicken sausage nutrition)
  • Exercising in the summer vs winter
  • Practice saying “no” / how to politely say "no"

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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