The Overweight Mind: The Undeniable Truth Behind Why You're Not Losing Weight

by Jay Nixon

You’re About to “Strike it Rich” In the Most Important Lottery on Earth… What does it feel like to strike it rich in the world of health and wellness? Does it mean improved sleep? What about being able to walk longer, enjoy a day out at the lake, or just keep up with the family on a lazy weekend? Health is wealth, no way around it. Striking it rich in health is always on your terms. What would better health mean to you, right now? Hold on to that answer, because this book will help you get to that destination. So, let’s get to the are you getting rich…or finding yourself struggling to keep your head above water? What does your health profit and loss statement really look like at the moment? If things aren’t as rosy as you would like them to be, you’re not alone. For decades, the health and fitness industry has been promising you riches, but giving you pocket change. You’ve probably run into things like, “Lose 20 pounds in 20 days,” “Guaranteed 6-pack in 6 weeks,” and “Drop three dress sizes in 4 weeks!” These are just some of the sneaky slogans that are siphoning away valuable health dollars, sometimes right before your very eyes! It’s old. It’s tiresome. It changes now. A Missing Piece, Now Revealed Mainstream fitness programs have one major they only address one part of the greater health equation. It’s all physical, with little just move a little more, eat a little less, and you’ll be on your way to a huge health jackpot. But what about the mind? The biggest mistake made in the pursuit of better health is not using your mind to the fullest. The human mind has far more to do with weight loss and developing a healthier lifestyle than it may seem at first glance. That’s exactly what this book will help you understand. When you pick up, The Overweight The Undeniable Truth Behind Why You're Not Losing Weight, you’ll learn The very people you share your daily life with are keeping you fat (even when they “sound happy for you”) Your own closely-held beliefs are stretching your belt (and the rest of your wardrobe) The very thoughts that buzz noisily around your mind are slowly devouring your chances at being thin The everyday words you say are adding pounds and inches Habits you don’t even think twice about are affecting your health The mindset you build – or disassemble – affects your physical health (for better or worse!) Beyond the Basics There’s more to it than just moving more. All the crunches in the world can’t move you towards the real gems of better health. Crash diets are only short-term, if they even work at all. Every single chapter in The Overweight Mind is designed to showcase your mind’s true potential and its role in your weight loss. Above all? No get thin quick schemes. No gimmicks. Health is wealth. Get ready to get rich.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health

156 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 23, 2017

About the author

Jay Nixon is a speaker, author, mentor and coach whose mission is to help each and every person achieve their “absolute best self.” He is the owner of the Thrive Fitness Studio in Palm Desert, California and the grateful leader of the Thrive Tribe - a collection of Jay’s current and former clients who work together to improve their health, their fitness, and their lives. https://www.thriveforeverfit.com

For over two decades, Jay has helped thousands of people achieve total body transformation through a cohesive combination of fitness, nutrition, and personal development coaching. Jay believes, “If you give people the right tools, education, and support, they can far surpass what they once thought was their maximum potential.” He’s known for his innate ability to get inside someone’s head, helping him/her achieve life-changing results.

Recognized as a lululemon Ambassador and dubbed by CBS News as, “One of the best fitness and nutrition experts in the business,” Jay has been featured on ABC and FOX, and in Health and Triathlete Magazine. When he’s not working with clients one-on-one, you’ll find him consulting for Fortune 1000 companies in the nutrition and fitness industry.

Jay is the author of the Amazon best selling book The Overweight Mind - The Undeniable Truth Behind Why You're Not Losing Weight. www.TheOverweightMind.com

Reviews

[Brandon Dean · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book should be extremely useful for anyone who has a less than stellar relationship with food and exercise. I would probably give it five stars if it weren't for the overload of testimonials. One relevant testimonial per chapter seemed completely reasonable, but putting in testimonials for the last 18 pages, over 10% of the total page count, made the whole thing end feeling like a cheap sales pitch, funneling you into an online program. Disregard those last 18 pages and you have a great book on your hands.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve seen some criticisms that this book doesn’t have anything new to share, and to some extent, that’s true. I read a lot of personal development books and every chapter made a point that I’ve read other places. What this book does really, really well, though, is to put all those ideas together into an action plan for how to become a fit, healthy person. Each chapter has a journal prompt, an action plan, a “super action plan” for bringing the idea to the next level, and a recap. I listened on Audible and also bought the Kindle format, which I’m very glad to have for highlighting, revisiting, and following up on book recommendations he makes within the text. Whereas before reading this book I was kind of muddling out a sort of plan-ish for meeting a goal that’s big for me (to lose 30-40 pounds and be able to run a half marathon in the next nine months), Jay Nixon puts it all together into something that I can take action on now, rather than taking the next 6-9 months to try to figure out how to put together everything I knew before reading this book and not making my goal.

Even better, the action steps in this book (minus the chapter on the importance of good nutrition) can be implemented for any major goal, including professional ones.

In my mind, this book deserves to be more widely read and better known. All the frustration I’ve had with my weight and my fitness in the last 20 years are summed up and solved for in this book. I wish Jay Nixon lots of luck, but if he practices what he preaches, I don’t think he’ll need it.

[melissa wadman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really inspiring

I've tried many many diets over the years and this book explains exactly why they've never been sustainable. This book has given me the basic tools to change my life. I'm excited to start my journey to a new life.

[Amy Loving · Rating 1 out of 5]

the entire book is an advertisement for his program

This book only lauded the jay nixon program and tried to sell you on signing up. There is absolutely no other valuable information. Very disappointing.

[Miriam Kahn · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED and already started reading it again! will be recommending to my clients and referencing it often!

[H3dakota · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meh. Nothing enlightening here. Seems to be designed to sell his gym/coaching mainly. I get that, but yawn.

[Zaya · Rating 2 out of 5]

Why are people rating this so highly? It isn't even anything ground breaking. There are way too many testimonies and not enough techniques on how to overcome one's own mind. It is unfortunate that the best part was the few random quotes.

11-28-2021

[Heather · Rating 1 out of 5]

Nothing new or groundbreaking here plus I found the writing to be really simplistic and repetitive. The exercises provided were okay, but I’ve found ones in psychology books that are more in-depth and helpful.