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The 3 Lies Busy Parents Believe About Weight Loss (and What Actually Works)

July 03, 20252 min read

Because the real problem isn’t your motivation—it’s the myths you’ve been sold.

You’re juggling a thousand things, and somewhere between school drop-offs and reheating your coffee for the third time, you’re supposed to magically squeeze in time to “get in shape.”

So you Google. Scroll. Listen to that one fit friend who hasn’t eaten bread since 2013.

And what do you find?

Terrible advice disguised as truth.

Let’s bust the top 3 lies keeping busy parents stuck—and give you the real tools to move forward.


Lie #1: You Have to Exercise Every Day to See Results

Nope. You don’t.

You’re not a professional athlete. You’re a parent. A human. A person with a life.

The truth?
You can make serious progress training just 2–3 times per week—if your workouts are smart, focused, and built around your goals.

That’s why at FIT40, we keep sessions short, efficient, and packed with value. 40 minutes. In, out, results.


Lie #2: You Have to Give Up Your Favourite Foods

If your plan says “no wine, no pizza, no chocolate”... throw it in the bin.

Sustainable weight loss doesn’t mean sacrificing joy. It means learning balance. At FIT40, we don’t ban foods—we teach you how to make them fit your goals.

Whether it’s your Friday night takeaway or a glass of red, it can still be part of the plan.


Lie #3: If You’ve Failed Before, You’ll Fail Again

This one hurts. But it’s also one of the most common beliefs we hear.

Here’s the truth: you didn’t fail. Your plan did.

Maybe it was too restrictive. Maybe it didn’t fit your schedule. Maybe it lacked support.

At FIT40, our clients succeed because we meet them where they are.

Success comes from a plan that fits your life—not one that steamrolls it.


Final Thought: Stop Blaming Yourself

If you’ve been believing these lies, it’s not your fault. The fitness world has made it confusing, guilt-filled, and unrealistic for far too long.

You don’t need to train like an athlete. You don’t need to give up your lifestyle. You just need the right guidance.


P.S. Tired of trying to figure it all out alone? Book your Free Intro at FIT40. No pressure. Just real conversations, real support, and a plan that works with your life. Click HERE to start.

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Jake Armistead

Jake Armistead is the Owner and Founder of FIT40 Melton. Aside from helping hundreds of clients lose weight and feel better than ever over the past decade - he loves spending as much times as possible making his wife and young son laugh until it hurts.

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Busy parent training

The 3 Lies Busy Parents Believe About Weight Loss (and What Actually Works)

July 03, 20252 min read

Because the real problem isn’t your motivation—it’s the myths you’ve been sold.

You’re juggling a thousand things, and somewhere between school drop-offs and reheating your coffee for the third time, you’re supposed to magically squeeze in time to “get in shape.”

So you Google. Scroll. Listen to that one fit friend who hasn’t eaten bread since 2013.

And what do you find?

Terrible advice disguised as truth.

Let’s bust the top 3 lies keeping busy parents stuck—and give you the real tools to move forward.


Lie #1: You Have to Exercise Every Day to See Results

Nope. You don’t.

You’re not a professional athlete. You’re a parent. A human. A person with a life.

The truth?
You can make serious progress training just 2–3 times per week—if your workouts are smart, focused, and built around your goals.

That’s why at FIT40, we keep sessions short, efficient, and packed with value. 40 minutes. In, out, results.


Lie #2: You Have to Give Up Your Favourite Foods

If your plan says “no wine, no pizza, no chocolate”... throw it in the bin.

Sustainable weight loss doesn’t mean sacrificing joy. It means learning balance. At FIT40, we don’t ban foods—we teach you how to make them fit your goals.

Whether it’s your Friday night takeaway or a glass of red, it can still be part of the plan.


Lie #3: If You’ve Failed Before, You’ll Fail Again

This one hurts. But it’s also one of the most common beliefs we hear.

Here’s the truth: you didn’t fail. Your plan did.

Maybe it was too restrictive. Maybe it didn’t fit your schedule. Maybe it lacked support.

At FIT40, our clients succeed because we meet them where they are.

Success comes from a plan that fits your life—not one that steamrolls it.


Final Thought: Stop Blaming Yourself

If you’ve been believing these lies, it’s not your fault. The fitness world has made it confusing, guilt-filled, and unrealistic for far too long.

You don’t need to train like an athlete. You don’t need to give up your lifestyle. You just need the right guidance.


P.S. Tired of trying to figure it all out alone? Book your Free Intro at FIT40. No pressure. Just real conversations, real support, and a plan that works with your life. Click HERE to start.

weight loss myths for parentsfitness for busy parentsrealistic weight losssustainable weight loss tipsexercise mythsbusy parent fitness plan
blog author image

Jake Armistead

Jake Armistead is the Owner and Founder of FIT40 Melton. Aside from helping hundreds of clients lose weight and feel better than ever over the past decade - he loves spending as much times as possible making his wife and young son laugh until it hurts.

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