How I Lost 25lbs This Summer | How You Can Too

FAT LOSS TRANSFORMATION: 11 Must-Know Tips for Fitness & Weight Loss

This summer, I dropped 25lbs – and it wasn’t by chance. In this video, I’m breaking down the 11 most powerful fat loss strategies that fueled my transformation. Whether your goal is to burn fat, build muscle, or completely transform your fitness, these action steps will change the game for you.

In this video, you’ll learn:

1️⃣ Why calories are king and how to structure a sustainable calorie deficit.
2️⃣ The importance of hitting your protein goal for fat loss & muscle retention.
3️⃣ How high fiber foods keep you full and boost your results.
4️⃣ Why healthy fats matter for hormones & long-term success.
5️⃣ The power of setting an eating cutoff time to control late-night snacking.
6️⃣ Why weight training is non-negotiable for true transformation.
7️⃣ How a supportive community keeps you accountable.
8️⃣ The overlooked role of hydration in fat loss & energy.
9️⃣ Why sleep is the #1 fat loss superpower.
🔟 The importance of getting lab work done yearly to optimize health.
1️⃣1️⃣ How to structure cardio into your routine for maximum fat burn.

In my case, four changes made the biggest difference: a smart calorie deficit, intense training, daily activity (15k+ steps), and a strict evening eating cutoff. Combined, these principles fueled my 25lb fat loss transformation.

If you’re serious about fat loss, fitness, and body transformation, this video will give you the blueprint. Watch until the end so you don’t miss any of the 11 steps. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment with your #1 takeaway.

📌TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 | Intro
1:40 | Calculating goals
3:30 | Calories are king
4:05 | Protein goal
4:40 | High fiber
5:00 | Healthy fats
6:50 | Eating cutoff
7:20 | Weight training
9:00 | Community
10:05 | Hydration

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12:25 | Labwork
13:00 | Cardio
13:40 | Outro

Eileen Pallotta

Coach

"Habits make history."

Eileen is responsible for guiding clients through personalized coaching that delivers life-changing results through consistency, strategy, and accountability. She manages client progress, provides tailored nutrition guidance, and offers ongoing support and education to ensure every individual feels empowered, understood, and set up for long-term success.

When she’s not coaching clients, you’ll find Eileen throwing weights around in the garage or chasing step goals trying to keep pace with her husband and four kids… most often on the sidelines of various sports fields.

Specialities:

  • BA Journalism and International Business
  • 15+ years Fitness and Nutrition Coach
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • Certified CrossFit Trainer
  • Certified CrossFit Level 3 Trainer
  • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Level 2 Certification
  • CrossFit Kids Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Nutrition Certification
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Olympic Lifting Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Gymnastics Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Strongman Trainer Certification
  • CrossFit Running Certification
  • CrossFit Lesson Planning Certification
  • CrossFit Scaling Certification
  • CPR and AED Certified

Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling