The 50kg Drop Podcast - New Year Special with Sophie Langley

In this New Year episode, we welcome back our very first guest, Sophie Langley, to discuss what's changed in the world of weight loss, muscle building, and sustainable transformation over the past two years.

Sophie shares the incredible success of her Elevate Programme, which helped 50 women lose over 500 pounds collectively with a 100% success rate. She reveals her evolved approach to coaching, focusing on reverse dieting, strategic diet breaks, and the critical importance of what happens AFTER you lose the weight - since over 85% of people regain it within 12 months.

Ian opens up about his own journey hitting a plateau at 42-48kg lost, the dangers of extreme restriction, and his shift from obsessing over the final 2kg to focusing on building muscle and athletic performance. The conversation tackles the carnivore diet experiment, why carbs are essential for muscle growth, and the surprising truth about running and muscle loss.

We dive deep into the psychology of sugar addiction, habit loops, and dopamine-seeking behaviors. Sophie shares game-changing strategies like creating "habit friction" and building reward systems to break unconscious eating patterns.

Plus: Ian announces the launch of GetMeSugarFree.com - a 30-day challenge to help people identify triggers and break free from sugar, caffeine, flour, and alcohol.

Whether you're starting your transformation journey or maintaining your progress, this episode is packed with science-backed insights and practical strategies for 2025 and beyond.

Connect with Sophie:

Instagram/TikTok/YouTube: @SophieElevate

Elevate 8-Week Programme launches January 12th - link in bio!

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Discover powerful strategies and real-life success stories focused on losing 50kg without setbacks. Our podcast offers expert advice on sustainable weight loss, overcoming sugar addiction, and maintaining sobriety. Whether you're battling cravings or seeking motivation to transform your life, each episode provides actionable tips, science-backed insights, and inspiring interviews to support your journey. Perfect for anyone committed to health, sobriety, and breaking free from sugar dependency. Subscribe now for motivation, education, and community support on your path to lasting change!

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Join hosts Ian and Bob Cooper, along with sugar-free coach Mike Collins, as they launch Season 8 with a powerful year-in-review episode. This milestone podcast (around episode 90) marks a major turning point as both hosts approach their 50kg weight loss goals through sugar-free living.

Key Highlights:

Bob's Incredible Transformation:

Hit rock bottom at 184.2kg (407 lbs) in July 2025

Lost 44kg in just 5 months through Mike's 90-day sugar-free program

Only 6kg away from his 50kg goal

Went hardcore: no sugar, no caffeine, no flour from day one

Discovered mental clarity as the biggest unexpected benefit

Ian's Journey:

Lost 42kg in first 6 months, now 2kg from hitting 50kg goal

Dropped from 3-4XL to XL clothing

Running 5K in 30 minutes

Experienced setbacks with stress and drinking but bounced back

Launching GetMeSugarFree.com to help others

2026 Goals:

Bob: Hit 50kg loss by Christmas, then lose another 19kg by May (total 70kg drop)

Ian: Get abs, run 5K under 25 minutes, learn to be a dad

Both planning strict January restarts after controlled December breaks

Key Takeaways:

Sugar addiction is harder to quit than alcohol and drugs

Mental clarity and emotional healing matter more than the number on the scale

Weight loss stalls are normal - stress and supplements can be factors

The journey is about healing, not just losing weight

Perfect for anyone struggling with weight loss, sugar addiction, or looking for real, unfiltered transformation stories from regular guys who've been there.

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Discover powerful strategies and real-life success stories focused on losing 50kg without setbacks. Our podcast offers expert advice on sustainable weight loss, overcoming sugar addiction, and maintaining sobriety. Whether you're battling cravings or seeking motivation to transform your life, each episode provides actionable tips, science-backed insights, and inspiring interviews to support your journey. Perfect for anyone committed to health, sobriety, and breaking free from sugar dependency. Subscribe now for motivation, education, and community support on your path to lasting change!

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In this powerful episode, Ian sits down with Mark Ennis, a fitness professional with over 30 years of experience who has dedicated the last five years to helping people transform their lives through the carnivore diet. Mark shares his deeply personal journey from anorexia at age 12, to severe obesity, suicidal depression, and ultimately finding healing through a carnivore lifestyle.

Key Discussion Points:

• Mark's transformation story - from eating disorder survivor to helping over 200 clients reverse chronic conditions

• The mental health breakthrough that saved his life - how carnivore eliminated his depression within one week

• Ian's own journey - losing 42kg in six months and overcoming sugar addiction

• The science behind why carnivore works for metabolic healing

• Debunking common myths about cholesterol, heart health, and the need for carbohydrates

• Why traditional healthcare often misses the root cause of chronic disease

• The dangers of Ozempic and pharmaceutical weight loss solutions

• How to properly transition to carnivore diet in phases

• Success stories: reversing Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, PCOS, and endometriosis

Standout Moments:

Mark shares the heartbreaking story of his partner's parents' cancer treatment and how conventional nutrition advice failed them. He also reveals his remarkable client success - a wheelchair-bound Type 2 diabetic who lost 200 pounds and is now training for bodybuilding competitions.

Ian opens up about his own fertility struggles and how six months of carnivore led to his wife's pregnancy after three years of trying.

**Connect with Mark Ennis:**

Instagram/TikTok: @fitnessbeyondtime01

Email: nsmark93@gmail.com

Program Details:

Mark offers 3-6 month coaching programs focused on phase-based transitions to carnivore, with emphasis on finding your "reason why" beyond just weight loss.

Episode Themes: Carnivore diet, sugar addiction, mental health, metabolic healing, weight loss transformation, chronic disease reversal

Join the 50kg & Zero % Drop Podcast for Inspiring Weight Loss, Sugar Addiction Recovery, and Sobriety Stories!

Discover powerful strategies and real-life success stories focused on losing 50kg without setbacks. Our podcast offers expert advice on sustainable weight loss, overcoming sugar addiction, and maintaining sobriety. Whether you're battling cravings or seeking motivation to transform your life, each episode provides actionable tips, science-backed insights, and inspiring interviews to support your journey. Perfect for anyone committed to health, sobriety, and breaking free from sugar dependency. Subscribe now for motivation, education, and community support on your path to lasting change!

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