45 Stop Guessing Calories: Why 1,850+ Cals, Better Digestion, and Training to Failure Grew Amber's Strength and Dropped Body Fat
Body by DesignShow Notes
You're putting in the work, consistently training, yet your body response isn't reflecting the effort. The scales aren't shifting, digestion feels off, and those early perimenopause signs are making everything feel more challenging. It’s a frustrating strategy gap when your dedication doesn't yield the return on effort you expect.
Many women over 40 find themselves in a similar position, believing the answer lies in further restriction. But what if the opposite approach is precisely what your body is telling you it needs? This episode delves into a client's journey where increasing calorie intake, improving gut health, and pushing training intensity led to significant changes.
Discover the critical connection between digestion and metabolism, and why simply cutting calories can be a counterproductive strategy. We explore the nuances of training to true failure and how to maintain consistent nutrition even when social situations arise, all without resorting to guesswork.
Tune in to understand the missing pieces in your current approach and what it truly takes to see a tangible return on effort.
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