I think this is solid advice. A lot of guys act like dating and self-improvement have to happen one after the other, when they really build off each other. Losing weight can change how people see you, but social skills, confidence, and comfort around women come from actual experience, not just from hitting a target number.
The part about noticing a difference before reaching your final goal is important too. A lot can change from better grooming, better style, more confidence, and just being out in the world more. People often underestimate how much momentum matters.
Also agreed on sustainability. The approach that works long term is usually the one that fits your real life, not the most extreme one.
This topic honestly deserves more discussion, especially because a lot of dating advice skips over the “improve while living” part instead of “hide until fixed.” I’ve been reading more dating/media discussions lately over at The Date Digest forum, which is focused more broadly on dating conversations and perspectives: https://forum.thedatedigest.com/