For Guaranteed Success on Your HCG Diet Protocol - Find An Accountability Buddy
- Dr. Zachary Laboube

- Aug 15
- 4 min read
If you’ve decided to start the HCG 2.0 diet protocol, you’ve already taken a big step toward better health and weight loss. But here’s the truth—one of the biggest mistakes people make is trying to do it alone.
There’s something about weight loss that often carries a quiet shadow of shame, but what is even worse is that hidden fear of failure lurking in darkest corners of your mind. Many hesitate to tell anyone what they’re doing because they don’t want the added pressure if they don’t succeed. They keep it a secret, thinking it will be easier without the eyes of friends and family casting judgement.
The reality? Keeping your diet to yourself makes it significantly harder.
Why Accountability Changes Everything
The first step to building success into your HCG journey is to set a start date and tell someone about it. Better yet—tell several people. Family, friends, co-workers… anyone who’s part of your daily life.
The key is to be specific about what you’re doing. Don’t just say, “I’m trying to lose some weight.” That’s vague, forgettable, and easy to brush aside—both for you and for the person you’re telling. Instead, say something like:
“I’m starting a 40-day weight loss program called HCG 2.0. It’s an adequate-protein, low-carb, ketosis-based plan that uses s supplement called HCG to help the body burn your stored fat to be used as energy.”
They'll likely have questions about the HCG diet and how it facilitates weight loss. The easy answer is that the weight loss is derived from the reduced calorie ketosis-based diet, but if you really want to be the expert and make this part of your vocabulary, refer them to the YouTube video and quick start guide here.
When you speak about your diet with detail and confidence, you send two messages at once:
You’re serious about your goal.
You’ve done your homework.
Talking About Your Plan Reinforces It
I had a professor from Logan tell me that you don’t truly learn something until it becomes part of your vocabulary. He wasn't wrong. Discussing your plan out loud—explaining the what, why, and how of HCG—forces you to think about it in a deeper way.
The more you talk about it, the clearer it becomes in your mind. You’ll start to feel more confident in your choices, and you’ll naturally become better at explaining them. Before long, you’ll be able to answer basic questions about HCG at the dinner table without second-guessing yourself.
And here’s a bonus: that level of understanding doesn’t just help you during the diet—it makes long-term weight maintenance much easier.
The Power of a Buddy
Telling people about your HCG protocol is a great start. But if you really want to boost your odds of success, find one person who’s committed to keeping you accountable—your accountability buddy.
This doesn’t have to be someone doing HCG alongside you (though that’s a huge bonus if you find one). It can be:
A friend or family member who checks in daily.
A co-worker who eats lunch with you and helps you avoid temptation.
A fellow dieter you connect with online in a Facebook group or forum.
What matters most is that your buddy knows your goals, understands your plan, and is willing to be consistent. This could be as simple as a quick text each evening—“How did your meals go today?”—or a shared weigh-in on specific days.
Accountability Works Both Ways
One of the surprising benefits of having a buddy is that the support is rarely one-sided. You’ll find yourself wanting to set a good example, especially if your partner is also pursuing a goal. That mutual commitment creates a bond—and bonds create consistency.
And when you have a day where the scale stalls or life gets messy, your buddy can remind you why you started. They’ll help you zoom out and see the bigger picture when you’re tempted to quit over a small setback. Don't do that btw!!! Tomorrow is a new day to do it better.
Overcoming the Fear of Failure
A lot of people keep their diets secret because they’re afraid of failing publicly. But think about it—what’s worse: slipping quietly without anyone knowing, or having people around you who will help you get back on track immediately?
When you tell others what you’re doing, you put some healthy pressure on yourself to follow through. That little bit of external accountability can be the difference between pushing through a tough moment and giving up.
Make It Part of Your Routine
Finding an accountability buddy isn’t a one-time thing—it’s an ongoing process. Build your check-ins into your routine.
Morning: Send a quick text sharing your goal for the day.
Evening: Recap what went well and what could be improved.
Weekly: Weigh in together or compare progress notes.
And don’t forget to celebrate wins together—not just weight loss milestones, but things like resisting a craving, hitting a protein target, or staying on plan during a stressful day.
Final Thoughts on the HCG Diet
The HCG 2.0 protocol (click here to see veiw HCG 2.0 and it's 600 five-star reviews on Amazon) is powerful—it’s been the foundation of success for thousands of people in the InsideOut Wellness community. But like any meaningful change, it’s easier and more enjoyable when you don’t go it alone.
Set a date. Tell people. Find your buddy.Because when you surround yourself with encouragement, you set yourself up for lasting success—long after the 40 days are over.



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