Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 10 hours ago
I've been on a health and fitness journey for over 20 years — and let me tell you, I got a lot wrong along the way. From overtraining to diet culture to chasing perfection, this video breaks down the 8 biggest mistakes I made and the lessons I wish I had learned sooner.
Whether you're just starting out or you're in a season of burnout, I hope this gives you some encouragement, clarity, and a reminder that your journey gets to be yours — messy, evolving, and full of growth.
💛 If you’ve ever felt like you were “doing it wrong,” this video is for you.
✨ Real talk. No filters. Just lessons learned the hard way so you don’t have to.
#FitnessJourney #HealthAndWellness #RealTalk #BodyConfidence #FitnessMindset #WellnessOver30 #WomensHealth #SustainableHealth #LifestyleChange #FitnessTransformation
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00:00 Intro | What I Got Totally Wrong About Health & Fitness
02:04 Lesson 1: Lasting Change Starts With Your Self-Concept
03:35 How to Shift Your Self-Concept and Identity
05:30 Lesson 2: Take Accountability for What You Eat
07:42 Lesson 3: Not All Calories Are Created Equal
09:54 Lesson 4: Stop Obsessing Over a Calorie Deficit
11:42 Lesson 5: Why Eating More Protein Changes Everything
12:38 Lesson 6: What You Wear Impacts Your Wellness Journey
14:32 Lesson 7: Cardio vs. Weights — You Don’t Have to Choose
16:20 Lesson 8: Fitness Is a Lifelong Relationship, Not a Finish Line
18:01 Bonus Lesson: Progress Over Perfection
19:48 Final Thoughts + Thank You for Watching
I've been on a health and fitness journey for over 20 years — and let me tell you, I got a lot wrong along the way. From overtraining to diet culture to chasing perfection, this video breaks down the 8 biggest mistakes I made and the lessons I wish I had learned sooner.
Whether you're just starting out or you're in a season of burnout, I hope this gives you some encouragement, clarity, and a reminder that your journey gets to be yours — messy, evolving, and full of growth.
💛 If you’ve ever felt like you were “doing it wrong,” this video is for you.
✨ Real talk. No filters. Just lessons learned the hard way so you don’t have to.
#FitnessJourney #HealthAndWellness #RealTalk #BodyConfidence #FitnessMindset #WellnessOver30 #WomensHealth #SustainableHealth #LifestyleChange #FitnessTransformation
♥
PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:
💛 Grab My Free Guide: Rewrite Your Body Story
Ready to create a more loving, empowered relationship with your body? This free guide will help you shift your mindset, reconnect with your body, and start showing up from a place of self-compassion—not criticism.
✨ Download it here → charlenetown.myflodesk.com/rybsfreeguide
Empower Your Plate Recipe eBook IS AVAILABLE NOW!!
Here’s the link: steep-feather-90977.myflodesk.com/empoweryourplaterecipebook
JOIN THE Let’s Get Moving 30-Day Challenge
Here: steep-feather-90977.myflodesk.com/letsgetmoving
My Favorite Tropeaka Lean Protein
https://collabs.shop/r5eai5
Use Code: CHARLENET15 for 15% off your first order thru Sept 2024
My favorite Ponyback Hat - Get 12% off your selected collection!
https://collabs.shop/lusk2h
Vlogging Camera (I LOVE IT!!): rstyle.me/+ssRUCy9E2YJ-1sj8w2mJhQ
Microphone I use: rstyle.me/+R7Ymm1AjVghTjlODqDi1Kg
Where I get ALL my music!! Epidemic Sound: share.epidemicsound.com/r8vwxs
♥
RELATED VIDEOS:
♥
FOLLOW ME ON:
INSTAGRAM - @charlenetown_
instagram.com/charlenetown_
LIKEtoKNOW.it page
https://www.liketoknow.it/stylebychar
Health & Mindset Coaching, Delicious Recipes & SO MUCH MORE!! 👇🏼
charlenetown.com
♥
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you new content each week!
DISCLAIMER: This video was not in any way sponsored.
♥
00:00 Intro | What I Got Totally Wrong About Health & Fitness
02:04 Lesson 1: Lasting Change Starts With Your Self-Concept
03:35 How to Shift Your Self-Concept and Identity
05:30 Lesson 2: Take Accountability for What You Eat
07:42 Lesson 3: Not All Calories Are Created Equal
09:54 Lesson 4: Stop Obsessing Over a Calorie Deficit
11:42 Lesson 5: Why Eating More Protein Changes Everything
12:38 Lesson 6: What You Wear Impacts Your Wellness Journey
14:32 Lesson 7: Cardio vs. Weights — You Don’t Have to Choose
16:20 Lesson 8: Fitness Is a Lifelong Relationship, Not a Finish Line
18:01 Bonus Lesson: Progress Over Perfection
19:48 Final Thoughts + Thank You for Watching
