If you’ve ever wondered how to lose weight without dieting, I want to share a story that might surprise you.
Recently, I went on vacation and came home eight pounds lighter—even though I didn’t count calories, follow a diet plan, or hit the gym every day.
The truth is, this was the easiest weight loss I’ve ever experienced.
No food restrictions, no exhausting workouts—just living life, eating what I wanted, and allowing myself to rest.
Sustainable weight loss doesn’t have to mean endless rules or deprivation.
In fact, when you work with your body instead of against it, fat loss can happen naturally and feel effortless.
That said, make sure to watch this video until the end, because there's something very important you need to know that made it possible for me to have these results.
For years, I believed what so many of us have been taught: to lose weight, you have to eat less and exercise more. And in many cases, this is the truth–far too many people overeat and don't move enough.
But this is just one side of the story. The others side is that when we go too far with it, like do super strict super diets and intense workouts, they rarely lead to long‑term fat loss.
They often cause your body to feel stressed and deprived.
When you restrict calories too much, your body fights back.
Cortisol levels rise, your hunger hormones go haywire, and your metabolism slows down.
That’s why so many women end up frustrated on the yo‑yo dieting cycle, losing weight quickly only to gain it all back—and sometimes more.
I experienced the opposite on vacation.
My body felt safe, nourished, and balanced—and that’s when the weight finally started coming off.
We need to realize the powerful role the nervous system plays in weight management.
When you’re constantly stressed or anxious, your body holds onto weight as a survival mechanism.
This is why so many women find themselves stuck, even when they’re “doing everything right” with diet and exercise, oftentimes actually under-eating and overtraining.
On vacation, I unintentionally practiced nervous system regulation every day.
I slowed down, took long walks in nature, laughed with family, and enjoyed my meals without guilt.
All of this signaled safety to my body, and in response, I lost 8 pounds without having any intentions to lose weight.
If you've been stuck for a while, supporting your nervous system may be the missing link you’ve been looking for.
One important piece of the puzzle is movement.
I believe strongly in strength training for women, not because it burns a massive number of calories, but because it helps preserve muscle mass.
Muscle is metabolically active and plays a huge role in keeping your metabolism strong.
But here’s the thing: You don’t need to spend hours in the gym every day or push yourself to exhaustion.
On my vacation, my movement was simple—mostly walks, one longer bike ride, and because I was sick for part of the vacation, I was able to do just 3 weight lifting workout on one month. That is compared to my usual 3 per week!
Nothing extreme, nothing complicated. Combined with nervous system support and mindful eating, this was more than enough to trigger fat loss.
So many women have been told they’re “too sensitive,” especially when it comes to food, stress, or emotions.
But I want you to know that sensitivity is actually a superpower when it comes to intuitive weight loss.
Being sensitive means you can tune in and listen to your body’s cues. On my vacation, I leaned into that sensitivity. And it was possible because my nervous system was very, very regulated.
When I'm regulated, I can hear my body's guidance better. When I'm stressed, I don't hear it, and might continue eating even when I'm already full–something that I realized I do when I'm in my regular routine.
If I felt tired, I rested. If I was hungry, I ate. If I felt like moving, I moved.
Honoring those signals instead of ignoring them created powerful, sustainable changes in my body.
The reason this worked so well for me is because I stopped focusing only on the number on the scale.
Instead, I took a holistic approach to weight loss.
I looked at the bigger picture:
Was my nervous system calm and balanced?
Was I sleeping well and deeply?
Was my digestion healthy and regular?
But there's yet another side to this story. The best thing that describes it is: Easy is earned.
Here's what I mean by that. I was able to get these results by being more regulated, also because I have spent years of training regularly. I have lifted weights seriously for over 7 years during which I have focused on muscle building. And even before that, I was active, but serious weight lifting–yes, about 7 years.
I also spent a couple of years actually tracking my food to see what I consume. I learned about the importance of protein. I made sure that I get plenty of fiber. After I had gained a lot of weight in 2017, I had to stop overeating and I had to learn how much food my body really needs.
So, I tracked my food for a few years but I don't have to do this anymore. Now I already know what healthy eating looks like for me.
I have already built a good amount of muscle, which is the best tool to keep your metabolism running and you can maintain a lean body composition with so much more ease. I'd even say, it becomes effortless.
I could not have gotten this weight loss results had I not taken the years to build that foundation. Because as we know, most people don't lose weight on vacation, they gain it. Most people say that they ate intuitively on their vacation too, how come they gained 8 pounds instead of losing it?
Because they have not taken the time to really build up a healthy body and learn what it's like to really meet its needs.
Because I had done it, then now, this vacation was truly a cherry on top when I was able to let go of stress.
If you’re ready to experience effortless weight loss, you don’t need to overhaul your entire life overnight.
Start with small, sustainable steps:
Take five minutes a day for slow breathing or grounding exercises to calm your nervous system. I’ve even created a free guide with three somatic exercises you can do in minutes to reduce anxiety and help your body feel safe again.
If you've never tracked your food, get curious and put what you ate today into a tracking app. Use this guide to begin.
Add light strength training two or three times a week to maintain lean muscle. If you're not ready to hit the heavy weights yet, do a simple bodyweight training–here's a free program for you.
Notice the difference between true hunger and stress‑eating.
When your nervous system feels calm, your body becomes much more willing to release weight naturally.
Looking back, I’m so grateful for that vacation—not just because I lost eight pounds, but because I felt at ease and really relaxed, something that I want to keep feeling also in my day-to-day life.
It’s not about starving yourself until you're completely exhausted or grinding through punishing workouts.
It’s about creating safety, balance, and nourishment in your body.
The easiest weight loss I’ve ever experienced didn’t feel like weight loss at all—it felt like living.
And that’s what I want for you, too.
When you prioritize nervous system health, healthy eating, and joyful movement, you’ll discover that sustainable weight loss is not only possible—it’s easier than you think.
Disclaimer: This podcast doesn't offer any medical advice. You should always contact your health care provider with any questions you have regarding your health, and before making any changes to your diet and fitness routine.
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