#127 “I'm Not Accepting Obesity; I'm Terminating It.” | Dave Danna

Dr. Mike Hart sits down with Dave Danna to discuss his remarkable 150+ pound weight loss journey. Dave opens up about the wake-up calls that finally spurred him to make a change, practical steps he took, and developing consistent routines. Throughout his transformation, Dave made parallel improvements to his mental health, finances, relationships, and overall life. His story demonstrates that major lifestyle changes are possible through determination, discipline and consistency.

Guest Bio and Links:

Dave Dana is a weightloss influencer sharing his transformation journey to inspire others.  Listeners can learn more about Dave on YouTube @DaveEDanna, on X @DaveEDanna, and on IG @david.e.danna

Resources:

Atomic Habits by James Clear  

Show Notes:

• [0:00] Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart   

• [0:10] Dr. Hart introduces guest, Dave Danna to the listeners 

• [2:00] Dave's wake-up call moments 

• [7:30] Initial steps towards weight loss

• [11:00] Inducing behavioral change 

• [18:00] Focusing on three pillars: physical health, spiritual health, and financial health

• [23:00] Going from an error message on the scale to 399.9

• [27:00] Changing diet after getting bloodwork results

• [35:00] Importance of consistency… like Dave’s Wednesday weigh in’s 

• [37:30] The motivation behind Dave's morning routine

• [45:00] Overcoming cravings and maintaining discipline

• [49:15] Atomic Habits by James Clear

• [51:10] Dave’s stance on the ‘body positivity movement’ 

• [59:00] Final thoughts 

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community. 

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