If I Could Restart My Fitness Journey: The Truth I Wish I Knew Sooner
Thu Nov 13 2025
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my own fitness journey: from a prediabetes scare that pushed me to lose 70 pounds, to the grief of losing my mom, facing mental health challenges, regaining weight, and finally finding peace in a balanced lifestyle.
This isn’t just another “before and after” story — it’s about the in-between. The messy, human part of healing, growth, and grace.
I also share the five lessons I’d tell my younger self if I was just starting my fitness journey. (and anyone just starting their fitness journey):
Whether you’re restarting, rebuilding, or just trying to find your rhythm again, this episode will remind you that balance, not perfection, is the real goal.
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In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my own fitness journey: from a prediabetes scare that pushed me to lose 70 pounds, to the grief of losing my mom, facing mental health challenges, regaining weight, and finally finding peace in a balanced lifestyle. This isn’t just another “before and after” story — it’s about the in-between. The messy, human part of healing, growth, and grace. I also share the five lessons I’d tell my younger self if I was just starting my fitness journey. (and anyone just starting their fitness journey): Whether you’re restarting, rebuilding, or just trying to find your rhythm again, this episode will remind you that balance, not perfection, is the real goal. Connect With Shaq: Get a Copy of Shaq’s Book: Motion Is Medicine Sign Up For Shaq’s Newsletter Instagram Facebook Blog Website This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit shaquellefalon.substack.com