Podcasts about fat loss

Are you still following outdated advice for strength training over 40 when it comes to building muscle and losing fat?After 500 episodes of Wits & Weights, I'm revisiting 5 pieces of strength training and nutrition advice I used to give and explaining what changed my mind.Learn why starting at maintenance calories can still make sense, just not for “metabolic repair,” why total daily protein matters far more than perfect meal timing, and why cardio probably isn't stealing your muscle gains.I also break down why training effort matters more than chasing arbitrary volume, what menopause really does to body composition and metabolism, and the pattern connecting all five shifts.Join Eat More Lift Heavy my 26-week coached program for 40+ to build the nutrition and training skills to preserve muscle, lose fat, and manage your physique for life. Use code 500CLUB for $50 off either six-month option. Offer expires Sunday, September 6.Timestamps:0:00 - Why I changed my fitness advice4:32 - Why maintenance still matters before cutting8:08 - Protein timing matters less than total16:24 - Why cardio is not killing gains21:17 - Training effort makes volume actually work25:43 - Menopause metabolism myths and real changes31:10 - The pattern behind all five shifts36:09 - Why chronic dieting stalls fat lossEpisode resources:Eat More Lift Heavy: eatmoreliftheavy.com - Use code 500CLUB for $50 off either six-month option. Offer expires Sunday, September 6.

What if losing weight is actually making your metabolism worse? JJ Virgin has spent more than 40 years studying nutrition, fitness, and metabolism. She's a four-time New York Times bestselling author who has helped millions of people lose fat, build muscle, and improve their health. And she believes we've been taught to think about weight loss completely wrong. In her new book, The Metabolism Fix, JJ explains why getting lighter doesn't necessarily mean you're getting healthier. Losing the wrong kind of weight can leave you weaker, slow your metabolism, and make it easier to regain fat. So why does metabolism seem to slow as we get older? Why can dieting repeatedly make the problem worse? Is cardio actually helping you lose body fat? And what are GLP-1 medications really doing to your muscle? JJ also explains why the number on your scale may be one of the least useful ways to measure your progress, and what you should be paying attention to instead.. KEY TAKEAWAYS Build Muscle And Lose Fat Fast Why Your Metabolism Isn't Broken The Scale Can Damage Your Metabolism Redefining Weight Loss Fasted Vs. Fed Workouts The Metabolism Fix Explained What JJ Eats In A Day Foods JJ Virgin Avoids The Best Exercise For Longevity HIIT Training For VO2 Max How JJ Virgin Entered Fitness The Book She Waited 40 Years For The NEAT Metabolism Secret How To Audit Your Macros Better Health Metrics Than Weight GLP-1s, Fat Loss, And Muscle The Metabolism Fix Bonuses Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/651 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Get Access to Hal's Books and the Miracle Morning App For access to Hal's Miracle Morning books, CLICK HERE.  To upgrade your morning routine, CLICK HERE to download the Miracle Morning App.  Book Hal to Speak At Your Event! If you'd like to book Hal to speak at your next event, CLICK HERE. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube TikTok   Copyright © 2026 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC

We open with our usual chit chat and then head into our Q&A for this week.How do you know when you've lost enough fat?Where do you see yourself in 10 years, and what impact would you feel most proud of?Is it better to hold longer at higher calories before starting a fat loss phase, or continue increasing calories?What should I do if I'm struggling to meet my protein targets?When reverse dieting, does it make you gain weight? If yes, how do you prepare mentally for it?The most valuable thing to a podcast is sharing your thoughts through a written review and a 5-Star Rating - it's the ultimate gift! If this episode left you inspired, we'd absolutely love just 1 minute of your time to leave your valuable rating and review. Your feedback means the world to us!Click here the link below to download your FREE Fat Loss GuideTo follow us: Ash: https://www.instagram.com/ash__lane/Brad: https://www.instagram.com/trainwithbrad/And to follow more on our journey across Aus - make sure you're following: https://www.instagram.com/thelanewayontour/To register for our FREE 5-Day Fat Loss Forever Challenge:Join here: https://www.ashlane.com.au/

If you've ever downloaded a macro tracking app, stared at the protein number, and thought "okay but what am I actually supposed to do with this," this episode is for you. I get asked about protein intake for women almost every single day in my DMs and with my clients, and honestly, there's a lot of conflicting advice out there. Some people are telling you to eat 200 grams a day. Others are saying protein doesn't even matter that much. So who's right? In this episode, I'm breaking down how I actually help my clients figure out the right protein target for their specific body and their specific life, because I promise you, it's not a one size fits all number. I'm also sharing why so many well meaning moms end up frustrated and give up on tracking altogether, and what to do instead. Whether you're just starting to pay attention to your nutrition or you've been tracking macros for years and still feel confused, I think you're going to walk away from this one with some real clarity. Ready to stop guessing? Let's get into it -Rachel Next Steps: 100 Gram Protein Cheat-Sheet Meal Planning on Autopilot Starter Kit Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my program is a good fit for you and learn about my Fat Loss Formula for Moms Coaching Program 

Ep 128: In this "Ask Me Anything" Episode, Chelsey is going through some recent things she's loving and then gets into some of your guys' most recent questions! She gets into what to do if you've been strength training and notice strength going up but don't feel any leaner...you actually feel puffier. She also gives an example of a reverse diet that may work well vs one that probably wouldn't and gives some specific tips about feeling glutes in knee dominant exercises + some conversations around cardio and calorie deficits. Apply for Advanced Training and Nutrition with Chelsey & Dr Emily Dow HEREStart your 7 day FREE trial of my new app HERE!**Programs:8 Week Summer Prep Planhttps://www.trainerize.me/profile/chelseyrosehealth/?planGUID=d48c6fbf116c4e8fb4d31f94b5376fa34 Week Busy Body Plan (40 min at home workouts)https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/chelseyrosehealth/Chelsey.Rose?planGUID=524796f40f0a427fb25f03f4885972a0**Want to work one on one with Chelsey?Set up a one on one consultation call here to see if personalized online training is right for you.Join a semi-private class in LA here.Email info@chelseyrosehealth.com to inquire about one on one in person training.**Shop the things i'm loving HERE**Follow Chelsey on Instagram:@Chelseyrosehealth@StrengthtobuildFollow Chelsey on TikTok Here."Submit a question to the show"

Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz Supplement: Use code MIKKIPEDIA to get 20% off your first order - go to www.curranz.co.nz  or www.curranz.co.uk to order yours NZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nzIn this episode of Mikkipedia, Mikki speaks with returning guest Dr Bill Campbell, professor of exercise science and leading body composition researcher, about the emerging question of weight loss resistance during perimenopause and menopause. Bill shares how his wife's own experience prompted him to investigate why previously effective calorie deficits may produce very different results during the menopause transition.They discuss the limits of existing fat-loss research, why tracking accuracy still matters, and Bill's current study comparing weight-loss responses in premenopausal versus peri- and early postmenopausal women. Bill also unpacks his fascinating case series using an extremely aggressive four-day, high-protein fat-loss protocol, where resistance-trained women lost fat while largely maintaining lean mass—and maintained that fat loss a month later. Highlights What Bill means by “weight loss resistance”—and why it doesn't mean calories no longer matter  Why menopause-specific fat-loss research is still surprisingly limited  Bill's wife's experience with perimenopause, HRT and changing body composition  The four-day rapid fat-loss protocol: very low calories, high protein and six hours of walking daily  Why short, aggressive dieting may differ dramatically from prolonged crash dietingDr. Bill Campbell is a Professor of Exercise Science and the Director of The Performance and Physique Enhancement Lab at the University of South Florida. He has his PhD in Exercise, Nutrition, and Preventive Health, he's authored 3 books on sports nutrition and over 200 scientific abstracts and manuscripts focused on the topics of sports nutrition and exercise science and is previous president of the international society of sports nutrition.Dr Campbell uses his education background to provide an informational channel on IG that busts myths on dieting and helps inform people on best practice. Highly worth a follow.https://www.billcampbellphd.com/On IG: https://www.instagram.com/billcampbellphd/?hl=enhttps://podcast.mikkiwilliden.com/66 Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwilliden

If you feel like you're doing everything right but still not losing weight, this episode breaks down 13 common reasons your fat loss may have stalled. I cover calorie deficits, weekend overeating, inaccurate tracking, exercise calories, daily steps, water retention, inconsistent weigh-ins and more. Get on the Priority List for The Fat Loss SprintBook a Consultation Call1:1 Online Coaching14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterFree Fitness Guides"Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here" BookInstagramThreadsYouTubeTools I use for training, work, and daily life Timestamps: (00:30) Intro: Why You're Not Losing Weight Even Though You're Doing Everything Right (02:21) You're not actually in a consistent calorie deficit (05:22) Your weekends are wiping out your weekday deficit (08:17) You're underestimating calories without realising it (10:20) Your portions have gradually crept up (12:12) “Healthy” food doesn't automatically mean fat loss (14:39) You're eating back your exercise calories (16:48) You're overestimating how many calories exercise burns (20:49) Your daily activity and steps are lower than you think (22:05) Your old calorie target may no longer work (23:35) You're less consistent than you think (27:00) Your weigh-ins are too inconsistent (30:28) You're judging progress too quickly (31:38) Water retention may be hiding your fat loss (32:13) Conclusion: Doing everything right but still not losing weight

What if improving your metabolism has less to do with complicated protocols—and more to do with the small choices you make every day? In this episode, Ben chats with health and biohacking expert Dylan Gemelli to dive into some of the fundamentals that matter most: sunlight, gut health, fasting, ketosis, food order, glucose, and movement. From eating protein first, fat second, and carbs last to taking a simple 10-minute walk after a meal, Ben and Dylan discuss practical strategies that can help you better understand and support your metabolism. No complicated protocols. Just better information and simple actions you can actually apply. To learn more about Dylan Gemelli and his work:  Website: www.dylangemelli.com  Podcast: The Dylan Gemelli Podcast FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: www.BenAzadi.comInstagram: @TheBenAzadiFacebook: @TheBenAzadiTikTok: @TheBenAzadiLinkedIn: @BenAzadiYouTube: Ben Azadi BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: Get Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic Freedom: Get Metabolic Freedom

Book a free consultation call with Robert Sikes to break through a keto or low-carb plateau: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callYour cholesterol number does not tell the whole story about heart disease. In Episode 913 of Savage Perspective Podcast, Robert Sikes is joined by heart surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia to examine statins, LDL, insulin resistance, and inflammation. Dr. Ovadia explains what coronary calcium scans can reveal, why some patients need heart surgery in their 30s, and which blood tests may show metabolic risk. He also shares how he lost 100 pounds, why strength training and low-carb or carnivore nutrition guide his approach, and what his new book teaches about nutrient density. See where standard heart advice may fall short and what to ask before accepting one cholesterol score as the full story.Buy Philip's book: https://stayoffmykitchentable.com/Subscribe to Philip's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IFixHeartsGet Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - How Dr. Ovadia Got Leaner and Stronger1:34 - Carnivore Diet, Mold Exposure, and Resistance Training3:18 - Fat Loss, Muscle Gain, and Metabolic Health4:56 - How a Heart Surgeon Lost 100 Pounds7:29 - What Happens During Heart Bypass Surgery10:44 - Why Heart Disease Goes Undetected for Decades12:01 - Cholesterol Quantity vs. Insulin Resistance13:42 - Three Missing Pieces of Heart Disease Screening15:01 - The $100 Coronary Calcium Scan17:27 - Soft Plaque vs. Calcified Plaque19:50 - What a CIMT Scan Can and Cannot Reveal21:46 - High Cholesterol With a Zero Calcium Score23:27 - When Should You Get a CAC Scan?24:24 - Why 30-Year-Olds Need Heart Bypass Surgery26:09 - Blood Tests for Inflammation and Insulin Resistance28:42 - Do Statins Address the Root Cause?32:23 - Why the Body Needs Cholesterol35:19 - Why Doctors Keep Focusing on Cholesterol38:34 - What Most Heart Surgery Patients Share41:00 - Affordable Blood Tests and Heart Scans42:10 - Can Cutting Carbs Reverse Insulin Resistance?44:24 - Inside Stay Off My Kitchen Table46:42 - Why His Vegan Coauthor Started Eating Meat48:11 - Are Carbs Necessary for Long-Term Health?49:45 - Where to Find Dr. Ovadia's New Book

Welcome to the eighth and final episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today, I sit down with Coach Rae to talk about something we don't see many functional health companies address: relationship with food. We dig into why diet culture and social media have made it so hard for women to feel at peace with food, from the Britney Spears waist era to today's constant stream of body trends. Coach Rae shares the signs she looks for when a client's relationship with food might need extra attention, from fear of carbs to being afraid to keep certain foods in the house. We talk about why functional health can't just be labs, meal plans, and supplements, and why the mindset work around food fear matters just as much as the physical protocols. Rae walks us through how she approaches clients with real GI symptoms who are afraid to eat, including how elimination diets can help separate true food sensitivities from fear driven reactions. She also opens up about her own twenty plus year journey with food and control, and why curiosity with yourself is often the starting point for change. We then talk through the personality patterns she sees most often, the anxious perfectionists who feel safest when they're in control of their food, and why that sense of control can actually make your nervous system more fragile over time. Rae reminds listeners that struggling with food isn't about a lack of discipline, and that healing is possible no matter how long you've felt stuck. This is a real, honest conversation about what it actually looks like to build freedom and peace with food. Time Stamps: (2:37) Why Women Struggle with Food (5:02) Signs of Food Relationship Improvements (10:52) Where To Start When Working On This On Your Own (22:52) Parting Words on Relationship with Food (24:32) Please Share With A Friend ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method. ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews. ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Macro tracking can feel confusing at first, but it doesn't have to be. In this FAT LOSS SCHOOL episode, I'm breaking down the basics of protein, carbohydrates, and fat—and explaining why tracking macros can be a more useful fat-loss tool than simply counting calories. You'll learn what macros are, why each one matters, how protein supports muscle preservation after 50, whether you should stay under your macro targets, how to handle protein supplements, fiber, restaurant meals, alcohol, and exercise, and why eating less and exercising more is not always the answer. I'll also explain why your macro targets should be customized to YOU rather than copied from a friend or pulled from a random online calculator. Inside the FASTer Way program, you receive customized macro targets, weekly meal plans and menus, strategically programmed workouts, and coaching to help you put it all together without having to figure it out on your own. If you're a woman over 50 who wants to lose fat, preserve muscle, improve body composition, and finally understand how to fuel your body, consider this your Macro Tracking 101 class. In this episode: What protein, carbs, and fats actually do Macros vs. calories for fat loss Why eating below your targets can backfire How much protein matters after 50 Whole foods vs. “if it fits your macros” Protein powders and supplements Fiber-rich foods Tracking macros while eating at restaurants Alcohol and fat-loss goals Why strength training and nutrition work together How customized macro targets make the process easier This is Part 1 of my Macro Mini-Series, so be sure to listen to the upcoming lessons on practical macro-tracking tips and carb cycling. Ready to stop guessing and learn exactly how to fuel YOUR body? Join me in the FASTer Way program for women 50+ here:  https://www.fasterway.com/pages/6-week?aid=AMYBRYAN  To participate in the free STEPtember challenge and other learn from other fun and healthy posts, join my free Facebook community for women 50+ here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/fasterwaywithamybryan 

If you think of yourself as someone who ‘once I start I can't stop' when it comes to your favorite foods, this is the all or nothing thinking trap. In this episode I'll give you tools to avoid it so you can enjoy 1 cookie without eating 5.Get the Reset RitualInstagram: @mindful_shapeGet the FREE Building Momentum 4 Part Video TrainingFree Self Coaching ResourcesInterested in getting coached by me? Go to my website mindfulshape.com

Is being good on your diet all week actually working against your goals? For years, I lived by a rule that felt totally logical: be strict Monday through Friday, then loosen up on the weekends. Eat clean, skip the carbs, say no to everything fun... and then somehow "make up for it" by Saturday. Sound familiar? I want to tell you something I don't talk about very often: I struggled with this exact pattern for years. Years. And no matter how disciplined I was during the week, the weekends always seemed to undo everything I worked for. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" Monday through Friday, only to watch it all unravel by Sunday night, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down why restrictive dieting almost never works the way we think it will, and why the harder you try to white-knuckle your way through the week, the more likely you are to lose control when the weekend hits. There's actual biology behind this, and once you understand what's happening in your body (and your brain), it changes everything about how you approach fat loss. I'm also sharing what finally worked for me, after years of trial and error, and what I now teach the moms I coach who are stuck in this same cycle. If you're tired of the restrict and rebound pattern and you're ready for an approach that actually sticks, hit play. -Rachel Next Steps: 100 Gram Protein Cheat-Sheet Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my program is a good fit for you Fat Loss Formula for Moms Coaching Program

Hunger is the number one reason most people struggle to stay consistent during a Fat Loss Phase. It's not that dieters don't know they need to eat fewer calories. It's that staying in a deficit feels impossibly challenging when hunger and cravings take over. What I want to establish in this episode is that hunger management isn't about willpower or about white-knuckling your way through a diet. It's about understanding the specific principles that determine whether food leaves you satiated or starving, and then building your diet around those principles so the deficit becomes feasible to sustain.In this episode, we go deep on the science of hunger and appetite management and the six strategic principles I use with my clients to make a Fat Loss Phase feel dramatically easier. We cover what hunger actually is and how it differs from appetite, the distinction between homeostatic hunger driven by physiological need and hedonic hunger driven by reward, and the six dietary principles that determine whether your food choices fill you up or leave you fighting hunger throughout the day. Each principle is backed by research and operationally tested across thousands of client transformations.Because once you understand how these principles work and how to apply them, hunger stops being something you have to fight at every meal and starts being something your nutrition is structurally producing for you.HERE'S WHAT WE COVER: WHY HUNGER MANAGEMENT ISN'T ABOUT WILLPOWER OR WHITE-KNUCKLING THROUGH A DIET THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HUNGER, APPETITE, SATIATION, AND SATIETY HOW THE INTERVENTIONS FOR MANAGING WITHIN-MEAL FULLNESS DIFFER FROM BETWEEN-MEAL FULLNESS HOMEOSTATIC VS HEDONIC HUNGER AND HOW TO TELL WHICH ONE YOU'RE EXPERIENCING THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST FOR DISTINGUISHING TRUE HUNGER FROM CRAVINGS WHY HEDONIC HUNGER OVERRIDES YOUR BODY'S TRUE NEEDS IN THE MODERN FOOD ENVIRONMENT PRINCIPLE #1: HOW TO USE ENERGY DENSITY TO EAT MORE FOOD FOR FEWER CALORIES HOW LOWERING THE ENERGY DENSITY OF YOUR DIET REDUCES CALORIE INTAKE BY 223 CALORIES PER DAY PRINCIPLE #2: THE HOLT SATIETY INDEX AND THE FIVE FACTORS THAT MAKE FOOD FILLING WHY BOILED POTATOES ARE 7X MORE FILLING THAN CROISSANTS PER CALORIE PRINCIPLE #3: WHY ANCHORING EVERY MEAL WITH PROTEIN IS THE FOUNDATION OF HUNGER MANAGEMENT THE HORMONAL MECHANISMS BEHIND WHY PROTEIN SUPPRESSES HUNGER AND INCREASES SATIETY THE PROTEIN LEVERAGE THEORY AND HOW IT DRIVES YOUR TOTAL CALORIE INTAKE HOW INCREASING PROTEIN FROM 15% TO 30% OF CALORIES PRODUCES A SPONTANEOUS 441 CALORIE REDUCTION PRINCIPLE #4: WHY FIBER IS THE QUEEN OF FAT LOSS AND HOW IT PRODUCES STRUCTURAL SATIETY HOW INCREASING FIBER BY 28 GRAMS PER DAY CAN SPONTANEOUSLY REDUCE CALORIE INTAKE BY 20% PRINCIPLE #5: MODIFYING FOOD PALATABILITYHOW ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS DRIVE 508 EXTRA CALORIES PER DAY EVEN WHEN MATCHED FOR EVERYTHING PRINCIPLE #6: HOW ALIGNING MEAL TIMING WITH YOUR CIRCADIAN BIOLOGY MAKES FAT LOSS FEEL EASIER WHY FRONT-LOADING CALORIES EARLIER IN THE DAY PRODUCES LESS HUNGER AT MATCHED CALORIE INTAKEIf you've been white-knuckling your way through fat loss diets, if you've struggled to stay consistent in a deficit because hunger and cravings derail you, or if you've never fully understood the science of appetite management, this episode is going to give you the strategic framework to make staying in a deficit feel dramatically easier.WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/For Info on Brandon's Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiryEmail: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.comMy Reading Recommendations:THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDS https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

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SummaryWalking might not sound exciting, but it can be one of the most powerful tools for fat loss.In this episode, Chase and Chris explain why getting more daily steps can make fat loss easier without adding more hard workouts or making your diet more restrictive. They talk about why many people make the mistake of trying to change everything at once and why starting with small increases in movement can lead to better long-term results. They also break down how your activity level can affect how much food you can eat while still making progress. A few workouts each week may not make up for sitting most of the day. Walking helps you become more active without creating a lot of extra fatigue. Plus, it can help with your mood, stress, digestion, heart health, mobility, and blood sugar. Chase and Chris share simple ways to get more steps without needing one long walk every day. Walking during phone calls, parking farther away, taking short movement breaks, walking while watching your favorite show, or taking a few extra trips around the house can all add up. Most importantly, you do not need to jump straight to 10,000 steps. Start with what you are doing now and slowly build from there. Walking should not become another all-or-nothing goal. The real goal is to build a more active lifestyle that you can maintain for years. Chapters(00:32) Why Walking Is So Powerful for Fat Loss(01:52) Stop Trying to Change Everything at Once(03:20) Build the Habits Before Chasing Faster Results(05:37) Why Hard Workouts Aren't Enough(07:34) How Your Daily Activity Changes Your Calorie Needs(09:07) The Difference Between Sedentary and Active Calories(10:33) The Benefits of Walking Beyond Fat Loss(12:36) How Many Steps Do You Actually Need?(13:32) Why Your Progress May Slow Down in Winter(14:45) Modern Life Has Made Us More Sedentary(16:59) Why Your Lifestyle Matters as Much as Your Food(18:44) Stop Trying to Get All Your Steps in at Once(20:33) Easy Ways to Add Thousands of Steps(22:10) Make Walking Something You Look Forward To(23:10) Forget the 10,000-Step Rule(24:08) How to Get More Movement During Your Workday(27:18) Walking Pads and Other Simple Solutions(28:08) Don't Turn Steps Into Another All-or-Nothing Goal(29:09) Use Walking to Build Confidence and Consistency(30:55) Your Challenge: What's Your Next Step Goal?SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

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Wanting fat loss results fast isn't the problem…. But when that impatience gets in your head, makes you question whether what you're doing is working, or convinces you to constantly change your approach, that's where things can start to fall apart. I know how hard it is to look at where you are right now, think about where you want to be, and feel like you still have so far to go. I felt this firsthand postpartum when I was 50 pounds heavier and looked in the mirror wondering, "How are we gonna get there?" The truth is, fat loss takes time. And when you desperately want to feel like yourself again, staying patient can be one of the hardest parts of the process. That's why in today's episode, I'm sharing three things that will help you stay patient while losing fat, including what "fast" fat loss actually looks like, where your impatience may really be coming from, and the mindset shift that helped me stay focused throughout my own journey. We're also talking about how your past dieting experiences can completely change the way you view your progress, causing you to think you're not making progress when you actually are. If you're doing the work but constantly thinking, "Why am I not there yet?", this episode will help you stay focused on what's actually working instead of letting your impatience sabotage your progress. Grab the Breakthrough Plateau Plan HERE Join the Hot & Healthy Membership HERE Apply to be coached by Lauren HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes:

If you're trying to get back on track with your fat loss goals this fall but feel stuck in the cycle of starting over, this episode is for you. In this episode of The SweatSimple Podcast, we're talking about why consistency feels so hard and how to approach it DIFFERENTLY so that you can actually see results in the final months of the year.Apply for 1:1 coaching: ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/onlinecoaching⁠The SweatSimple Podcast Show Notes:  ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/post/how-to-get-back-on-track-with-your-fat-loss-goals

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Performance Scientist Dr Andy Galpin reveals the BIGGEST sleep mistakes ruining your health, how to build better energy every day, why your sleep tracker could be making things worse, and whether health optimisation can actually backfire! Dr. Andy Galpin is a Professor of Kinesiology and Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University. He has spent over 2 decades working with Olympic gold medallists, world champions, professional athletes, military special forces, and also hosts the Perform with Dr Andy Galpin podcast.  He explains:  ◼ Why millions unknowingly have a sleep disorder that's silently damaging their health ◼ The morning routine that resets your body clock for better sleep at night ◼ The truth about melatonin, and why most people are taking it the wrong way ◼ The simple sleep tests you can do at home before visiting a specialist ◼ Why waking up exhausted after 8 hours could be a warning sign Independent Fact Check: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DOAC-Andy-Galpin-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf Chapters 00:00:00 Why do you do what you do 00:03:38 What goals bring people to you? 00:07:30 Health anxiety and over-optimising 00:08:33 Sleep disorders are a health crisis 00:10:29 Does sleep apnea disrupt sleep? 00:14:20 Why is sleep apnea so common? 00:15:17 Do I have a sleep issue? 00:18:28 Pros and cons of wearables 00:21:20 What causes a high resting heart rate? 00:21:48 Why is sleep getting worse? 00:22:58 Morning light and light pollution 00:25:16 How much does sound matter? 00:26:51 Best evidence-based sleep supplements 00:29:25 Do you recommend melatonin? 00:34:38 Is there a downside to coffee? 00:36:46 What mattress should I sleep on? 00:37:49 The real issue with screen time 00:47:08 Sleeping when you share a bed 00:48:48 Sleeping in new environments 00:49:34 Optimal temperature for sleep 00:55:34 Ads 00:57:32 Energy management for high performers 01:02:35 Steve's cholesterol results 01:07:06 Why healthy people can have an enlarged heart 01:10:20 Lowering cholesterol with lifestyle and medicine 01:13:55 Low vitamin D 01:16:42 Omega 3 and mercury levels 01:17:32 Exercise and the SAID principle 01:23:17 Use it or lose it with age 01:27:51 Ads 01:28:53 Is grip strength linked to mortality? 01:33:53 How to build muscle power 01:36:26 Does more exercise equal better? 01:40:59 What supplements do you take? 01:42:56 The best way to lose weight 01:50:25 Exercise and weight loss myths 01:52:32 The 54321 method for fat loss 01:54:08 Why am I not progressing? 01:55:50 Can AI create a workout plan? 02:00:06 What motivates people to change? 02:06:26 Are my goals bad? 02:08:43 What is worth doing if you might fail? Quiz Links: PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/E41eW4P ASSQ (Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3yDF4PF ESS (Epworth Sleepiness Scale) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9RKtDoZ STOP-BANG (Obstructive sleep apnea risk screener) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/7UxNsxH ISI (Insomnia Severity Index, PDF) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4mgzHRs Follow Dr Andy: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/CQDR1q8 YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5Squ4wN X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1Fw5A7k Podcast - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Fu8uPd7  LinkedIn - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5ykmlog Website - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8T6M9KJ Performance Coaching - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/8QLLu9w The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/BWjLTZK ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://thediary.com/products/one-percent-diary ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://thediary.com/products/the-conversation-cards-2nd-edition ◼ Get email updates - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/5IB1H6E ◼ Follow Steven - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/AGU9QP4 Sponsors: Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Function Health- https://functionhealth.com/DOAC

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This week we are explaining how fat loss actually works. We are going beyond the simple “burning calories” and instead look at what is physically happening to a fat cell, where the energy goes, what happens to your metabolism, and why the scale can behave so differently from actual fat loss.If you have questions, or topics that you want to hear about, head over to our Instagrams https://www.instagram.com/bayleethedietitian/ or https://www.instagram.com/brianna.dietitian/ and send us a DM! You can also follow the podcast https://www.instagram.com/mocktailminutes/Featured Mocktails: Bloom PopUltima Click play, sip back, and be empowered.

#vinayakjoshi #kannadainterviews #podcast 00:00 What's in This Episode?01:38 The Fitness Conversation Begins03:51 Fitness in Your 40s10:40 Is Diabetes Reversible?18:03 Is Food Slowly Killing Us?24:09 Are Supplements Really Necessary?29:04 Stop Following Every Diet & Fitness Routine Online37:30 Fitness for Senior Citizens40:08 What Is Mental Fitness?45:45 Rapid Fire

Lindsay prepares for a 90-day challenge by reminding listeners of the “big rocks” that drive fat loss and warning against overcomplicating the process with hacks, supplements, perfect macro ratios, and excessive training. Topics discussed:(00:00) - Welcome and Purpose (00:34) - Stop Chasing Hacks (02:11) - Right Tool Wrong Job (05:48) - Big Rock Calories (09:09) - Protein Made Simple (10:54) - Lift to Keep Muscle (14:56) - Cardio in Its Place (16:23) - Plan Nutrition First (18:39) - Recovery Is Currency (21:57) - Tools Have Jobs (26:08) - Ignore Calorie Watches (27:46) - Boring Works Best (28:21) - Big Rock Checklist (28:56) - Final Reminder and Wrap Connect With LindsayInstagram: @liftinglindsayJoin the BeStrong Community for science based training, nutrition education, coaching, live calls, and a supportive community of women who want to get stronger, build muscle, and improve their health.Learn more at liftinglindsay.comReady To Train With Us?If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to experience this style of training for yourself, it's not too late to join us inside the BeStrong app.Our newest hypertrophy phase has already begun, but you're absolutely not behind.This training block focuses on:✔ Lengthened position training✔ Strategic pauses and isometrics✔ Improving muscle tension✔ Building strength and muscle with intentional execution✔ Learning how to make the target muscle do more of the workYou'll get access to the complete training program, exercise video demonstrations, nutrition guidance, live coaching calls, and a community of women committed to getting stronger together.Join us HERE

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Emma Storey-Gordon is one of my favourite authorities and communicators when it comes to combining evidence-based fitness and nutrition with practical, real-world application.Emma returns to share her expertise and discuss her new book, The Fat Loss Coach for Women.We get into:• Whether fat loss is fundamentally different for women• Which differences are physiological and which are rooted more in psychology, lifestyle, and lived experience• The problems with the phrase “women are not just small men” when it is used to justify unsupported fitness claims• Why smaller body size can create very real challenges for women trying to lose fat• Portion sizes, restaurants, and an environment designed around larger energy intakes• Why menopause influencers often tell women they need to lift exclusively in heavy 3–5 rep ranges• How that overlaps with hypertrophy influencers claiming everyone should live in the 4–6 rep range• Why moderate and higher rep ranges remain incredibly useful• How fear around “stress” in women and “fatigue” in men often reflects the same exaggerated concern about training• Why confusing fitness messaging can lead people to do nothing at all• The terrible calorie advice frequently given to shorter women• What NEAT adaptation actually means during fat loss• Why magnitude matters when discussing research findings• What insulin resistance is• How to coach someone with insulin resistance• Whether insulin resistance meaningfully changes the fundamentals of fat loss• Protein and the insulin response• Why women do not need to avoid coffee on an empty stomach• Why running does not inherently make women gain fat• How doing more exercise may actually improve energy levels• The benefits and limitations of increasing cardio and resistance-training volume• Diminishing returns and why they do not make additional training useless• Aging, strength, falls, and maintaining independence• Emma's new book, The Fat Loss Coach for Women• Supplement scams and misleading health marketing• And much moreFollow Emma on Instagram:@esgfitnessCHAPTERS00:49 Is Fat Loss Different for Women?04:49 Why Fitness Myths Feel True07:25 Smaller Bodies and Bigger Portion Sizes10:16 Restaurants, Portions, and Energy Intake12:37 Supersize Me and Food Culture15:39 What Training Looks Like in the Real World19:56 Confusing Messaging Leads to Inaction23:38 Terrible Calorie Advice for Short Women26:56 NEAT Adaptation and Misleading Headlines30:47 Why Magnitude Matters in Research34:37 Insulin Resistance Explained35:44 Coaching for Better Glucose Control36:42 Protein and the Insulin Response43:29 Does Running Make Women Gain Fat?45:38 Can More Workouts Give You More Energy?49:53 Aging, Independence, and Fall Risk54:56 Diminishing Returns and Consistency01:03:09 Emma's Book and Supplement ScamsSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you make more sense of women's fat loss, insulin resistance, or strength training:• Subscribe and check out more episodes• Send it to someone who has been told they need a completely different set of fat-loss rules because they are a womanFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST — FREE PREMIUM TRIAL• Download MacrosFirst• Begin setting up your account• When asked, “How did you hear about us?” enter: ANDREWKNKG BAGS — 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC — FREE 90-DAY TRIAL• Visit: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfree• Reply to the email you receive or email trials@trainheroic.com• Let them know Andrew sent youL1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

For way too long, I thought training more meant training better. Six or seven days a week, sometimes twice a day, because if I wasn't pushing my limits, was I even making progress? I see this all the time now. People grinding through back-to-back workouts, ignoring the signals their bodies are screaming at them. Constant fatigue, stubborn plateaus, weird little injuries that just won't go away. And for what? More isn't always better. In fact, sometimes, it's the very thing holding you back. I used to think I had to train like an athlete to see results—until my body literally forced me to slow the hell down. The truth is, real progress happens in the recovery, not just in the reps. And if you're stuck, exhausted, or just not seeing the changes you expected… it might be time to rethink your approach. In today's episode, I'm breaking it all down. We'll talk about the signs of overtraining—like constant fatigue, plateaus, and mood swings—and why they happen in the first place. I'll explain how too much exercise can actually mess with your strength, metabolism, and hormones, making it harder to see results. And, most importantly, I'll show you why rest days are just as critical as your workouts and how you can train smarter (not just harder) to get stronger, feel better, and actually make progress. If you've ever felt guilty for taking a rest day, or wondered why your workouts aren't hitting the same way anymore… this episode is for you! Because here's the deal: training smarter > training more. And learning to listen to your body? That's where the real gains happen. I Also Discuss: (00:00) Fitness Q&A (10:46) Effective Strength Training and Fat Loss (24:42) High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) & Mobility (32:07) Footwear for Strength Training Ready to work with a coach who integrates training and nutrition the way it was always meant to be? Apply for BroadsCOACH at https://www.broads.app/broadscoach. Learn more about Broads: https://www.broads.app/ https://www.instagram.com/broads_coach/ Check out more from Tara LaFerrara: https://www.taralaferrara.com/ https://www.instagram.com/taralaferrara/ YouTube: @TaraLaferrara TikTok: @taralaferrara

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In this Q&A episode, I break down aggressive fat loss. What it actually means, how much weight you can realistically lose per week, whether rapid weight loss is unhealthy, and who a more aggressive approach may—or may not—be suitable for. Get on the Priority List for The Fat Loss SprintBook a Consultation Call1:1 Online Coaching14-Day Fat Loss Kick-StarterFree Fitness Guides"Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here" BookInstagramThreadsYouTubeTools I use for training, work, and daily life Timestamps: (00:15) The Fat Loss Sprint (03:55) What counts as aggressive fat loss? (06:23) How much weight should you lose per week? (09:09) Is losing weight quickly unhealthy? (11:27) Who is aggressive fat loss suitable for? (15:34) Who should avoid aggressive fat loss? (17:04) How low should your calories go? (19:16) Can you maintain muscle while losing weight quickly? (20:32) How do you deal with hunger during a calorie deficit? (21:40) How long should an aggressive fat loss phase last? (24:33) How do you avoid regaining the weight afterwards? (26:19) Conclusion: How Much Weight Should You Lose Per Week?

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom interview nutritionist Thomas DeLauer, who specializes in cognitive nutrition and performance. Thomas shares his journey from corporate healthcare to nutrition advocacy, emphasizing how nutrition and diet impact brain function and mental clarity. He highlights key foods like dark berries, MCT oil, and eggs for cognitive support, discusses metabolic flexibility, and introduces the concept of "energy flux" for improving metabolism. Thomas also offers practical strategies for sustainable lifestyle changes, including managing willpower and optimizing meal timing for peak mental and physical performance. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women's health and nutrition with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Thomas's Resources: Thomas on IG Thomas on YT Thomas's Website Thomas on FB We Think You'll Love: FREE week of Jen Heath Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/473 What You'll Learn: 2:05 What is Cognitive Nutrition? 8:09 Optimizing Energy and Brainpower 11:09 Foods for Mental Clarity 15:06 Fasting and Ketones for Brain Function 21:52 Understanding Metabolism 28:52 Improving Metabolic Health 32:08 Dieting Without Crashing Your Metabolism 35:20 Intuitive Eating and Whole Foods 38:07 The Importance of Protein and Fiber 42:33 Maintaining Willpower Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Losing weight is challenging on its own, but add a demanding career to the mix and it can feel even harder, especially when you don't have the right systems in place. That's why in today's episode, I'm tackling a topic I haven't addressed on the podcast before: losing fat when you have a busy, demanding career. When you're juggling deadlines, clients, meetings, family, and a million other responsibilities, your fat loss goals can quickly become the easiest thing to push to tomorrow. And the truth is, wanting results usually isn't the problem. It's making your goals a real priority when your time and mental bandwidth are already stretched thin. In this episode, I'm sharing four honest truths about losing fat with a demanding career, including the realistic shifts you may need to make with your time, the simple habits that can make staying on track so much easier, and why keeping commitments to yourself matters just as much as the ones you make at work. If you're ambitious, busy, and tired of your fat loss goals constantly falling to the bottom of your to do list, this episode is for you. Grab the FREE Starbucks Swaps Guide HERE Grab the Ultimate Fat Loss Recipe Vault HERE Book a Game Plan Consultation Call HERE Apply to be coached by Lauren HERE To connect with Lauren, click HERE Submit your question for advice from Lauren on the show HERE Take the free Weight Loss Personality Quiz HERE Shop Our Meal Plans HERE Get Support & Personally Work With Us HERE Related Episodes:

Welcome to the seventh episode of the Coach's Corner Series! Today I'm joined by Coach Lindsay, and we're getting real about what's actually not working in the functional health space, even when practitioners mean well.  We break down five major red flags to watch for, starting with practitioners who don't address nutrition beyond a generic food list. We talk about why using supplements as a bandaid, without digging into the root cause, just becomes another quick fix that doesn't actually heal anything.  Coach Lindsay shares her own health journey, including how infrequent check ins with her provider left her feeling stuck and unsure of her progress.  We also get into why rigid diet plans can backfire by teaching your body to adapt rather than building real metabolic flexibility. And we can't talk about functional health without talking about training, so we cover why using the right training stimulus matters just as much as nutrition and supplements when it comes to hitting your goals.  If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand why, and what a more complete approach to healing actually looks like. Lindsay brings so much heart and expertise to this conversation, and I know it's going to help so many of you see your own health journey differently.   Time Stamps:   (1:54) What's Not Working Within Functional Health (4:12) More Advanced Nutrition Concepts (8:09) Gut Health (9:02) Questions To Ask Your Practitioner (10:19) Supplements Are Band Aid Fix (15:37) Frequency of Communication (20:20) Flexibility With The Strategy (27:47) Training As A Stimulus ------- Learn more about the Vital Spark Coaching Functional Reset Method.  ------- Click Here to apply for 1-on-1 coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts. ------- Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation.  ------- Click Here for my Free Top 3 Labs training to get to the root of bloating & exhaustion. ------- Click Here to download a Free Hormone Healing Blueprint. ------- Check out our YouTube Channel for more free training. ------- Click Here to read our Client Google Reviews.  ------- Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

Your app or online calculator is likely wrong about calories for fat loss.It can be off by a few hundred calories, and your wearable is even worse. We challenge typical advice by showing how inaccurate maintenance calorie estimates can derail your fat loss before it even starts. I share my 7-week runway that uses consistent tracking to measure your real energy needs so you can execute a calorie deficit with confidence instead of guesswork. Why calculator-based maintenance calories can be off by hundredsHow activity multipliers and wearable calorie burn estimates amplify the errorWhy self-logged intake commonly gets underreportedThe intake-balance method to back-calculate true energy expenditureA 7-week pre-fat loss structureProtein and carb adjustments that support recovery and better training What to do if expenditure trends up, stays flat, or trends downIf you want your next fat loss phase to be the first one you don't have to "guess" your way through, hit play!Join Eat More Lift Heavy, my 26-week coached program for 40+ to build the nutrition and training skills to preserve muscle, lose fat, and manage your physique for life:https://eatmoreliftheavy.comUse code 500CLUB at checkout for $50 off either six-month option through Sunday, September 6Timestamps:0:00 - Why your fat loss calories are wrong before you start 4:32 - 9 weeks of effort with nothing to show for it 6:50 - What a calculator knows about you vs. what it doesn't 8:38 - Why your wearable or watch is terrible at estimating calories 10:01 - What food logging research says about calorie intake 12:24 - Measuring your expenditure from your own body 14:47 - Working through the fear of eating more 17:10 - Weeks 1 and 2, logging without changing anything 20:56 - Weeks 3 and 4, bringing your intake up 22:21 - Weeks 5 through 7, holding it steady 23:29 - Reading your expenditure trend at week 7 29:22 - Bonus: 2-week logging protocol and the weekend gapEpisode Resources:Try MacroFactor - the app I use for expenditure tracking. Use code WITSANDWEIGHTS for two weeks freeTry Fitness Lab - my AI coaching app, now with full meal coaching and 20% off exclusive to podcast listeners

Is walking enough exercise after 50? How many steps do you really need? Does walking help with fat loss? In this episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, Amy Bryan explores the science behind one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—habits for women over 50. You'll learn why walking is essential for heart health, blood sugar control, mental well-being, energy, and longevity, along with simple ways to make every walk more effective. Amy also explains why walking is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle—but not the entire fitness plan—and why strength training and good nutrition are critical for preserving muscle and metabolism after menopause. Plus, hear about Amy's upcoming STEPtember Walking Challenge inside her free Facebook community and learn how her 6-week FASTer Way to Fat Loss coaching program combines walking, strength training, intermittent fasting, macro nutrition, and accountability into a complete plan for lasting results. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why walking is one of the best daily habits for women over 50 The truth about the 10,000-step myth How walking improves heart health, blood sugar, sleep, mood, and longevity Why a 10–15 minute walk after meals can help regulate blood sugar Tips for walking with better posture, pace, and efficiency Why walking alone isn't enough after menopause—and what to add for optimal fat loss and healthy aging The links you need: Join the FREE STEPtember Walking Challenge in my Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fasterwaywithamybryan  Enroll in my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss class for women 50+: https://www.fasterway.com/?aid=AMYBRYAN 

OVERVIEW: If you have ever entered a fat loss phase feeling motivated, only to realize a few weeks in that it feels harder than you expected, this episode is for you. In this short solo episode, Ashley breaks down what women should realistically expect during a Results Phase and why normal parts of fat loss can sometimes make you think your plan is not working. She's talking about hunger, social events, family and friend pressure, scale fluctuations, and why expectation management matters so much when your goal is fat loss. This episode covers: Why some hunger can be normal in a calorie deficit How your maintenance calories and the size of your deficit can impact how you feel Why social events may require more planning during a fat loss phase How to handle pressure from friends and family without feeling like you have to explain your goals Why the scale may not move right away, even when you are doing everything correctly Why fat loss is not linear and how to look at trends instead of individual weigh ins How unrealistic expectations can cause you to give up on a plan that may actually be working Why your Results Phase should never turn into another crash diet Most importantly, I want you to remember that feeling challenged during a fat loss phase does not automatically mean something is wrong. The goal is not to lose weight as fast as possible. The goal is to lose body fat in a way that supports your muscle mass, metabolism, health, and ability to maintain your results long term. If you are currently in a fat loss phase, or thinking about starting one, this episode will help you go into it with a much clearer understanding of what to expect. Be sure to subscribe, stream, and download Cheers to Your Success so you never miss an episode. RESOURCES: Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 90-DAY EXPERIENCE is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Join my Rise workout subscription HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/rise Email us at: Support@metabolicfix.com Click Here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz

Calories and macros are the foundation of your fat loss diet. That's not in question. But the quality of the foods you choose to hit those targets is what determines whether your diet actually produces the body composition outcome you're working for or whether it produces a smaller, scrawnier version of yourself while leaving you constantly hungry, undernourished, and unable to adhere.Two foods can have identical calorie and macro profiles yet produce completely different effects on your body. The signals each food sends to your physiology, your hunger and satiety hormones, your thyroid function, your metabolism, your training performance, and your ability to adhere to the deficit you need to hit can drastically differ depending on the quality of the foods you select. And the individuals who succeed at long-term physique change aren't just the ones who get their calories and macros right, they're the ones who also get their food quality right.In this episode, we go deep on the science of food quality and how it affects every dimension of the fat loss process. We cover the research that establishes food quality as a measurable variable affecting fat loss outcomes even when other variables are matched, the six distinct mechanisms by which ultra-processed foods drive overconsumption, the way food quality affects both sides of the energy balance equation through TEF and metabolizable energy, the satiety framework that determines whether your food choices fill you up or leave you hungry, the micronutrient connection that ties food quality to thyroid function and metabolism, and a targeted critique of the IIFYM approach that explains why flexibility without quality fails for most people.Because once you understand how food quality affects your fat loss outcomes, you can finally address what's actually been holding you back.HERE'S WHAT WE COVER:WHY ALL CALORIES ARE EQUAL BUT NOT ALL SOURCES OF CALORIES ARE EQUALTHE HIERARCHY OF NUTRITION: CALORIES, MACROS, AND FOOD QUALITYHOW FOOD CHOICES SEND SIGNALS TO YOUR BODY AND PHYSIOLOGYTHE KEVIN HALL METABOLIC WARD STUDY ON ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS AND 508 EXTRA CALORIES PER DAYWHY ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS HAVE MORE THAN DOUBLE THE CALORIE DENSITY OF WHOLE FOODSTHE PROTEIN LEVERAGE THEORY AND WHY PROCESSED FOODS DRIVE PROTEIN DILUTIONHOW PROCESSED FOODS INCREASE EATING RATE AND BYPASS YOUR SATIETY SIGNALINGHOW ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS DYSREGULATE YOUR APPETITE AND HUNGER HORMONESWHY WHOLE FOODS HAVE A 47% HIGHER THERMIC EFFECT THAN PROCESSED MEALSWHY FDA LABELING GUIDELINES ALLOW PACKAGED FOODS TO BE OFF BY UP TO 20%THE FIVE DETERMINANTS OF FOOD SATIETY: VOLUME, VISCOSITY, PALATABILITY, PROTEIN, AND FIBERWHY ULTRA-PROCESSED FOOD CONSUMPTION DECREASES EVERY MEANINGFUL MICRONUTRIENTTHE THYROID CONNECTION: WHY IODINE, ZINC, AND SELENIUM ARE CRITICAL FOR FAT LOSSWHY THE OVERFED YET UNDERNOURISHED PATTERN IS SO COMMON IN MODERN DIETERSTHE THREE CATEGORIES OF VOCAL IIFYM PROPONENTS AND WHY THEIR APPROACH DOESN'T APPLY TO MOST PEOPLEWHY PLAYING MACRO TETRIS WITH PROCESSED FOODS UNDERMINES YOUR FAT LOSS PROGRESSTHE 80/90% WHOLE FOODS FRAMEWORK FOR BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FAT LOSS DIETIf you've been hitting your calories and macros but still not seeing the body composition results you've been working for, if you've struggled to manage hunger and cravings during your Fat Loss Phases, or if you've never fully understood why food quality matters beyond just calories and macros, this episode is going to give you the framework to finally address the variable that's been holding you back.WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/For Info on Brandon's Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiryEmail: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.comMy Reading Recommendations:THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDShttps://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

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#vinayakjoshi #kannadainterviews #podcast 00:00 What's in This Episode?02:25 The Fitness Conversation Begins03:50 Meet Mutant Raghu09:02 Is the Gym the Only Way to Get Fit?17:55 How to Stay Fit With a Sedentary Lifestyle24:28 Is Fasting Necessary for Fitness?31:50 Is Nutritious Food Really Expensive?38:50 Fat Loss Secrets You Should Know49:22 Coming Up in Part 2

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When you're focused on fat loss, sometimes it isn't more food you're craving — it's texture. In this Mini Mikkipedia episode, Mikki tackles one of the most common complaints she hears: where did all the crunch go? She shares 27 low-calorie ways to add crunch, freshness and satisfaction back into meals without relying on calorie-dense extras that can quickly eat into your budget. From cabbage, radish and sugar snap peas to crispy air-fried vegetables, pickles, sauerkraut, nori and edamame, there are plenty of options beyond crackers and nuts. Mikki also explains how preparation methods, different vegetable cuts and clever use of seasonings can completely change the eating experience — proving that a fat-loss meal doesn't have to be soft, sad or boring.In this episode27 low-calorie foods that bring crunch and texture to mealsWhy nuts, seeds and crispy chickpeas can be harder to budget during fat lossSimple air-fryer, roasting and quick-pickling ideasHow different cuts and textures make salads and bowls more satisfyingUsing seasonings to make the same basic ingredients taste completely different Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenNZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nzSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first order

Vanessa is joined by Craig Emmerich, co-author with Maria Emmerich of The Art of Metabolic Health, for a deep dive into how to lose body fat while protecting lean mass and hard-earned muscle. Back-to-School Sale! Save 40% sitewide at ketogenicgirl.com with code BACKTOSCHOOL40, including the Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting Library, ToneLUX Red Light Therapy Collection, and Tone Breath Ketone Analyzer. Australia, New Zealand & Southeast Asia: Save 75% on available ToneLUX and Tone products during our warehouse moving sale with code WAREHOUSE75, while supplies last. Craig explains why fat loss is about more than simply lowering calories, including the role of fuel partitioning, protein, dietary fat, carbohydrate intake, and the Randle cycle. They also explore why traditional high-fat keto or carnivore approaches can initially work well yet eventually lead to plateaus—or even weight gain—for some people, and why shifting toward a higher-protein, lower-energy approach may help. A major focus is protein-sparing modified fasting (PSMF): how Craig and Maria structure PSMF days, who may benefit most, how often they recommend using them, and why strategic maintenance days may help support long-term results. -

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Over 40 and suddenly struggling to lose fat or build muscle? It must be your hormones... right?Not so fast.Jumping straight to TRT, HRT, peptides, or GLP-1s could be solving the wrong problem.Jay Campbell, author of The Testosterone Optimization Therapy Bible and co-founder of BioLongevity Labs, breaks down where hormones actually fit into fat loss, muscle building, metabolism, and longevity.We cover why testosterone boosters usually disappoint, what free versus total testosterone can tell you, common mistakes with TRT, estrogen management, and why lifestyle still matters even when using therapeutic tools.Jay also shares his perspective on strength training over 40, building muscle for longevity, cardio and visceral fat, and the rapidly evolving world of GLP-1 medications and peptides.Join Eat More Lift Heavy to build strength, lose fat, and learn what works for your body, 1 week at a time. Learn to eat more and lift heavy with confidence. Timestamps:0:00 – Are hormones blocking your progress2:22 – How much hormones really matter9:35 – Testosterone boosters and marketing hype12:58 – Lifestyle versus therapeutic hormone tools17:45 – Jay's long-term TRT experience24:11 – Estrogen mistakes during testosterone therapy31:36 – Hidden signs of hormone deficiency41:40 – Muscle, cardio, and longevity52:59 – GLP-1s and what comes nextEpisode resources:Website & Resources: jaycampbell.com/free-info Book: LIVING LEANER LONGER STRONGER: The Blueprint for Optimal Health & LongevityBiolongevity Peptides & Supplements (Use code WITSANDWEIGHTS for 15% off)Facebook: @JayCampbell333Instagram: @jaycampbell1971Twitter: @JayCampbell333 

Today, we have a metabolic health masterclass, featuring Dr. Robert Lustig, Ben Azadi, Dr. Ben Bikman, Mark Sisson, and Dr. Nick Norwitz.  In today's masterclass, we explore why metabolic dysfunction is not simply a calories-in, calories-out issue or a failure of willpower, how insulin and leptin influence appetite and behavior, how early signs of insulin resistance can appear years before a diabetes diagnosis, and the important relationship between muscle, glucose regulation, and insulin sensitivity. We also discuss how movement supports fat burning without sacrificing muscle, why chronic cardio may not produce the results many people expect, and how emerging technology could provide a far more personalized approach to metabolic care. Stay tuned for today's informative discussion, where our panel of experts shares their valuable perspectives on metabolic health. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Leptin resistance and how it can drive the overeating and inactivity commonly associated with obesity How elevated insulin blocks the effects of leptin Why it's essential to pay attention to fasting insulin rather than waiting for blood glucose to rise  Ben Azadi highlights metabolic health markers that can provide information beyond fasting glucose. How our muscles help to regulate glucose and support insulin sensitivity The importance of building and preserving muscle to support insulin sensitivity as we age, and how even a brief period of inactivity can reduce insulin sensitivity Mark Sisson explains why running may not be the most effective fat loss strategy  How walking can increase your fat-burning capacity while also helping to preserve your muscles Dr. Nick Norwitz explains how type 2 diabetes can involve different underlying pathologies, and how CGM data and machine learning can eventually help to identify specific subphenotypes Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Robert Lustig Website  On Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter  Connect with Ben Azadi Website On Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok Get a copy of Ben Azadi's latest book, Metabolic Freedom. Connect with Dr. Ben Bikman Website On social media: @benbikmanphd Connect with Mark Sisson   Mark's book, Born To Walk  Peluva Shoes Connect with Nick Norwitz On YouTube, X, and Instagram His Substack Previous Episodes: Ep. 161 Robert Lustig & Cynthia Thurlow Discussing The Nutritional Battlefield & Debunking Chronic Diseases Ep. 465 Metabolic Health 101: Fat Loss, Toxins, and Seed Oils with Dr. Ben Azadi Ep. 316 The Impact of Age, Gender and Lifestyle on Metabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman Ep. 422 Walking for Health: The Underrated Exercise You Need with Mark Sisson Ep. 525 We've Been Misled About Metabolic Health – The Shocking Truth About Cholesterol, GLP-1 & Aging with Dr. Nick Norwitz

Today Jennifer one of our Superstar Clients inside my Plant-Based Academy Coaching Program shares how she finally unlocked her Abs and Took Her Strength to the next level.Join my Free Workshop: 1-3rd September I'm hosting a Plant-Based Workshop! Tap the link below to grab your free spot

Are your health habits helping you live better, or are they quietly making your life more complicated? We are surrounded by nutrition rules, supplement stacks, protein targets, fasting windows, wearables, weight-loss drugs, and viral claims about foods we have been eating for decades. A banana in your smoothie is suddenly a problem. Every snack needs added protein. Everyone thinks they need electrolytes. People lose weight quickly without thinking about the muscle they may be losing with it. And in the process of trying to become healthier, many people become afraid to eat, travel, miss a workout, or enjoy their lives. This matters because better health rarely comes from obsessing over every minor detail. It comes from building muscle, eating enough whole foods, understanding your own habits, and creating a routine you can return to after an imperfect week. Strength training can improve your metabolism, mobility, confidence, and discipline. Nutrition should support your life. Data should help you make decisions. And a healthy routine should give you more freedom, not turn you into a prisoner of your own wellness protocol. Dr. Joey Munoz is a nutrition expert, coach, and the founder of Stronger Standard. He has a PhD in nutrition and focuses on evidence-based fat loss, muscle building, sustainable habits, and helping people cut through nutrition misinformation. His work combines nutrition science, strength training, behavioral psychology, and practical coaching to help people improve their health without relying on extreme diets or constantly chasing the latest trend.   What's Discussed: (02:47) Why viral nutrition claims about bananas and smoothies create unnecessary fear and confusion. (08:31) When healthy eating, perfect routines, and longevity protocols begin damaging your quality of life. (13:13) How rapid weight loss on GLP-1 medications can increase muscle loss without strength training and adequate nutrition. (22:22) Why intermittent fasting is overrated as a unique fat-loss or autophagy strategy. (28:07) The simple foundations of a healthy diet and why eliminating entire food groups is usually unnecessary. (34:08) Why protein has become overmarketed and how much you may actually need. (38:48) How to return to your routine after travel or overeating without punishment, restriction, or giving up. (50:13) Why the carnivore diet and fear of "plant toxins" ignore dose, context, and how the body adapts to stress. (53:40) Which popular supplements may be wasting your money, including greens powders, hydration products, BCAAs, and expensive forms of creatine. (01:05:09) How muscle supports blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, body composition, and long-term independence. (01:07:46) Why proper strength training can improve mobility when you prioritize control and range of motion over heavier weight. (01:11:16) How strength training builds discipline, confidence, consistency, and skills that transfer into every part of life.   Thank You to Our Sponsors! Magic Mind: Head over to magicmind.com/jen and use code JEN at checkout. Momentous: Ready to try supplements that actually do what they claim? Head to livemomentous.com and use code JEN for 35% off your first subscription.  Therasage: Visit therasage.com and use code JEN to get 15% off your order. Your skin Prolon: Prolon is offering listeners 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Kion: Visit getkion.com/habits for 20% off. Tru Niagen®: For supplements that are rigorously tested, third-party verified, and actually deliver what's on the label, head to truniagen.com Find more from Jen Cohen: Website: jennifercohen.com Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements   Find more from Dr. Joey Munoz  Website: strongstandard.com Instagram: @dr.joeymunoz Facebook: Dr. Joey Munoz YouTube: @dr.joeymunoz LinkedIn: Joseph Munoz  

In this episode Ashleigh and Rachel talk about a recent 36-hour fast they started together: why they decided to do it, and a broader conversation on the types of fasting options, calorie-cycling, the potential benefits and drawbacks, who may benefit from fasting and who may not do well with the practice, ideal duration and frequency, what protein-sparing modified fasting is, and how any tool can be a right or wrong one depending on how you use it and what your end goal is. Have more thoughts or questions about fasting? Send them to musclescience4women@gmail.com Thank you to our sponsor, True Nutrition, where you can customize your own protein! AND they just announced that they ship worldwide. Choose a mix of protein bases, a range of delicious flavors and sweetness level, and boost your protein with adaptogens, collagen, immune support, electrolytes and much more. Ashleigh loves the chocolate fudge brownie with a grassfed New Zealand beef protein base, and Rachel is testing different protein base combos for the ultimate protein ice cream recipe. Save time, effort, and money by combining all your supplement needs into one delicious protein powder. Head to truenutrition.com/MUSCLE and use the code MUSCLE for 20% off your custom mix! Join the conversation - leave a comment on the podcast, share the episode on social media, or leave a comment, topic idea, or question on the website: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/contact Or send a voice message here and they may play it on the pod! https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/468952/1/3h8gyc5cfc71vsbu  Check out the MSW Substack here: https://musclescienceforwomen.substack.com Learn about all of the MSW training programs here: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/programs Subscribe to the new YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@musclescienceforwomen   

Can you build and preserve muscle while spending dramatically less time training? In this episode of the Optimal Protein Podcast, Vanessa sits down with Børge Fagerli, creator of the Myo-Reps training method, to break down one of the most time-efficient approaches to hypertrophy and body recomposition. BACK TO SCHOOL SALE! For a limited time, save 40% sitewide at ketogenicgirl.com with code BACKTOSCHOOL40, including the Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting Library, ToneLUX Red Light Therapy Collection, and Tone Breath Ketone Analyzer. Australia, New Zealand & Southeast Asia: Save 75% on available ToneLUX and Tone products during the warehouse moving sale with code WAREHOUSE75, while supplies last. Børge explains why many people are actually stopping their sets much farther from failure than they realize—and how Myo-Reps can help you recruit more muscle fibers, accumulate highly stimulating reps, and achieve comparable muscle growth to traditional training in significantly less time. They also dive into how to use Myo-Reps during a calorie deficit to help preserve lean mass, why training volume may naturally decrease as you get deeper into a fat-loss phase, and why more training is not always better. Vanessa also shares how incorporating Myo-Reps completely changed her own training, allowing her to make better progress while completing her workouts in under 45 minutes. Try my favorite new electrolytes Cure Hydration! Head to curehydration.com/VANESSA and use code VANESSA to save 20% on your order.

MAPS BOGO SALE Buy Any MAPS Program and Get Another One Free https://www.mapsfitnessproducts.com   Your fat loss was working until it stopped. In this episode, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down what causes fat loss plateaus and four strategies that can help get progress moving again without simply cutting calories or adding more cardio. They explain why a short mini bulk or reverse diet can be one of the most effective ways to break a plateau, when adding or reducing cardio can help, how carb cycling can be used as a tool, and why shifting your focus from fat loss to performance can provide both physical and psychological benefits. The guys also discuss muscle building and fat loss, the relationship between science and real-world coaching experience, red light therapy, the growing importance of community and social connection, big-wave surfing, and more. The episode then moves into live coaching with three callers: Amber from Texas gives an update on her progress, Chase from Arizona gets advice on losing body fat while rebuilding his athleticism, and Ashley from Texas gets guidance on returning to training after pregnancy and an extended period away from exercise.   Legion Supplements https://buylegion.com/mindpump Code "MINDPUMP" for buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers.   Joovv Red Light Therapy https://joovv.com/mindpump Code "Mindpump" to get $50 off your first purchase.   Fatty15 https://fatty15.com/MINDPUMP Get an additional 15% off their 90-day Subscription Starter Kit with code "mindpump".   02:18 - How to Break Through a Fat Loss Plateau 08:05 - Mini Bulks and Reverse Dieting 13:26 - Should You Add or Remove Cardio? 16:42 - Carb Cycling for Fat Loss 19:50 - Focus on Performance Instead of Fat Loss 23:50 - Building Muscle and Its Impact on Fat Loss 30:49 - The Best Intervention for Healthier-Looking Skin 33:55 - Why Gyms Are Becoming More Social 44:29 - The 16-Year-Old Lifeguard Who Saved a Child 01:08:06 - Amber: Progress Update 01:14:10 - Chase: Losing Fat While Building Fitness 01:27:39 - Ashley: Returning to Training Postpartum