The Whirlybird Method: Why Your Health Journey Needs a Backup Plan

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When I was a competitive ski racer, mastering the "whirlybird" spin was one of the toughest—and most crucial—skills. Skiers repeat this move again and again, so when wipeouts happen, they can handle them with calm and control, avoiding panic or injury. Our health journey works the same way. Setbacks and obstacles are inevitable, but it’s how we prepare and respond that truly shapes our success. In this episode, I’ll show you how practicing for those inevitable “wipeouts” before they happen can keep you steady on your health path. You’ll discover how to pinpoint your most common derailments, create backup plans that actually work, and build the mental resilience to bounce back fast when life throws you off course. Because the people who succeed aren't the ones who never face challenges—they're the ones who get really good at working through them. References Tonya Spanglo (@takingmylifebackat42): Video Enrollment is still OPEN for the September round of The 30/30 Program - Click here to join now Get Your FREE 3-Day Hunger Hormone Reset Mini Video Series Audio Stamps 01:43 - Dr. Rentea reflects on the grounding power of simple pleasures during challenging times. 03:25 - How practicing for setbacks builds the skill to stay on track when obstacles hit. 07:42 - Why being prepared helps you make the next best decision and stay on track. 10:37 - Planning ahead for setbacks like fast food temptations equips you to make more supportive choices in the moment. 13:50 - The 30/30 Program offers community and guidance to help you put the planning strategies from today’s episode into practice. All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show