For many health-focused adults, summer can bring about additional challenges to staying on track, especially social eating and drinking. In this episode, Pivot dietitian coach Samanthan Ferguson and I discuss how you can still progress towards your health and fat loss goals while having a fun summer. Best part is, you don't have to give up your favorite foods or booze!

In this episode:

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<li>Determine your goal</li>
<li>Start the day off strong</li>
<li>Meals vs grazing</li>
<li>Incorporating veggies</li>
<li>Balancing alcohol</li>
<li>Grilling meats (bratwurst vs chicken sausage nutrition)</li>
<li>Exercising in the summer vs winter</li>
<li>Practice saying “no” / how to politely say "no"</li>
</ul>

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD 
Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a>

Co-Host: 
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dietitian_samferg/" rel="nofollow noopener">Samantha Ferguson, MS, RD</a>

Episode 55: Can you motivate family members to be healthier? With mindset expert Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas, Ph.D.

I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you.