Heavy Brain: How your mind affects your waistline

by Thomas William Caldwell MBA, Laura Caria (With)

We know we need to eat better. We know we should be more active. And we know we should be living an all-around healthier lifestyle. So why is it so hard to stick to our diet and exercise efforts when we want to lose weight and take back control of our health? Is there a better way to succeed in our health and fitness goals? 'Heavy Brain' is the bestselling release from Tommy Caldwell and Dr.Laura Caria, M.D., and inside the pages of their new book, they address how the mind is the root of all fitness failure. This eye-opening book teaches the reader how to address and correct foundational issues in the way we think about our health. A task that must be accomplished in order for your diet and exercise efforts to 'stick' and give you long-term results. Caldwell and Caria argue that the automatic thought patterns we do not address when trying to lose weight are the true root of the unhealthy habits and behaviours (overeating, snacking, technological distractions, and laziness for example) that we can't seem to gain control over and the real cause of most repeated fitness failures and weight problems. The formula for success that the pair of authors teach inside 'Heavy Brain' is quickly changing the face (and success rate) of the weight loss industry. With insightful weight loss principles and simple step by step instructions for how to set yourself up for life-long success, Heavy Brain may just be the last 'diet' book you ever have to read.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Health

224 pages, Paperback

Published January 20, 2018

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book if you want to get control of your emotional eating habits once and for all. No need for fad diets or special foods. Some excellent points on why we overeat and beat ourselves up about it.

[Ali T. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I lost 80lbs because of this book.

[Linda Holmes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was resistant to the books message at first, but as I opened up, I couldn't deny how true it all was. Heavy Brain is a great and powerful read.

[Ryan Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably a little too far ahead of the curve for most people, but I loved Tommy's concepts in this book.

[E.Stallcot · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had take this book slowly as it is very intense. At least that was my experience as someone with disordered eating. It is the most helpful piece of writing I have ever read. His Fitness Mentor podcast is awesome too.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had an older version of the book which had some typos and errors that have since been fixed. I would've given it four stars before, but I reread the updated version and it's almost perfect. Such a different way of looking at weight loss and your body.

[Avidavi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very eye opening book about the roots of our most destructive, unhealthy behaviours. I really enjoyed this inward journey.

[Mark Shisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the evolutionary bio/psych approach to the obesity issue. This will be great fuel to use with helping my clients.

[Deb O'Hara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I needed this.

[Ross Hildebren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the stories and conversational tone of the writing. I saw a few bad reviews about the writing and editing on Amazon, but I thought it was well done. Certainly not your average 'diet book'.

[Braindoc · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book that I will be giving to many of my patients.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book really made an impact in how I view my health. If you struggle with food, you need to read it.

[Tina C · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an excellent book. Painful and deep, but excellent.

[Becky S · Rating 5 out of 5]

You may cry for a little bit at certain points, but by the end of the book you'll have greater self love and a forgiving attitude toward yourself.

[Dave Felds · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. It has given me tons of tools to use with my patients.

[Jen And · Rating 5 out of 5]

My husband and I read it as a couple. Amazing book. Highly recommended.

[BC101 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life Changing. I'm so happy I found this book.

[J.C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

An emotional roller coaster with great information and practical weight loss advice

[Jen Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

I saw some negative reviews on the U.S. Amazon. Not sure why. Maybe they wanted a traditional diet book. This is the best 'weight loss' book I have ever read.

[Pegg · Rating 5 out of 5]

How are these concepts not common knowledge by now!!!!

[Bibliofile · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the conversational nature of the writing and the stories he uses to paint a picture. Some people may be turned off by this style, but it was perfect for me.

[Paul W · Rating 5 out of 5]

I struggled with obesity for years. This book really helped me. Try it out.

[Rod H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. It really put my weight problems into perspective.

[Jenn Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. If you hate weight loss books, read this one.

[Jenn Pen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing read. Much improved from older editons.

[Roger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

An intelligent look at weight loss

This book gives an in depth explanation of why we continually go back to unhealthy choices. It is a useful tool for those of us in the never ending loop of weight loss and gain - no quick fixes but a call to be compassionate with ourselves while taking responsibility for our health.

[Martha Lott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great book. It needs some editing work, but I loved the concept.

[Jen Cesterman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. I came across it right when I needed it. The writing could be more clear and less demanding, but the concept is excellent.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think because I'm trying to get out of the diet mindset and into something else, this book wasn't what I thought. It had great reviews and it might have been something more had I been looking for it. I already knew a lot of what I read due to reading Brain Over Binge 6 years ago so it wasn't anything knew to me. I did learn a few new things and I will keep them in mind going forward.