FITLETE Radio: Coach’s Spotlight: Let’s Meet Dal Sekhon
About Dal Sekhon
Dal Sekhon brings unique depth to her nutrition coaching; her background started in criminology and sociology, followed by work in law enforcement administration, before a personal transformation saw her lose 120 pounds and sparked her passion for helping others. Her approach is rooted in real-life experience, emphasizing breaking free from all-or-nothing thinking and focusing on what's sustainable for each individual's life.
Episode Highlights
Dal’s mission is “to help women break free from the cycle of yo-yo dieting and the all-or-nothing mindset, thinking, and really just learn how to work within the parameters of their lives and achieve sustainable, lifelong change”.
She values emotional intelligence, lived experience, and compassion as effective coaching qualities; “You can have every acronym after your name, but if you don’t know how to listen or how to meet someone where they are or ask better questions… I feel that one wouldn’t be an effective coach”.
Technology is used intentionally and only where it provides genuine support, “I keep it pretty simple. I’ll use tools like Google Sheets for check-ins or habit tracking because my coaching is really centered around relationship and not just data”.
Key Takeaways
Compassion over discipline: Dal believes clients don’t always need more discipline; they often need more compassion and a plan that meets their unique situations.
Real solutions for real life: She helps clients pivot their focus and build sustainable habits, emphasizing progress in manageable areas like consistent meals, rather than strict protocols.
Debunking diet myths: Rather than shaming clients for beliefs shaped by pervasive diet culture, Dal validates their experiences and opens up new perspectives rooted in evidence and empathy.
High-touch support: Her coaching is relationship-first, maintaining regular, personal contact and support to help clients reflect and progress.
Lived experience matters: Dal’s own journey is proof of how coaches can leverage personal growth to create context and compassion for clients’ struggles.
Guest Quotes
“A lot of people come in thinking they need more discipline. But when in reality, they need more compassion, more strategy, and a plan that actually respects what they're going through.”
“Coaching isn't just about handing someone a workout, a macro target, just numbers. We've done that for years, and we still have an issue with obesity. It's about helping real people navigate real life.”
“Work within the parameters of your life. And that's what I really came to the realization early in my journey and what I feel was very much successful for me.”
Connecting with Dal Sekhon
Explore more about Dal, her coaching philosophy, and client resources via Instagram @nutritioncoachingbydal
