#226: The Science of Staying Lean — How to Keep the Fat Off After Losing Body Fat

Most men can lose weight.

The problem is keeping it off.

In this episode, Adrian breaks down the science of what happens to your body after a fat loss phase — and the exact strategy McLifestyle uses with clients to lock in results permanently.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Why your body actively works against you after fat loss — and the four biological responses that drive weight regain

What reverse dieting is, how it works, and why it's the missing piece most men never use

The difference between a reverse diet and a diet break — and when to use each one

How to calculate your new maintenance calories after a cut

The step-by-step weekly calorie increase protocol to rebuild your metabolism without gaining fat

How to train during a reverse diet to maximise muscle retention and strength gains

The half-time rule for timeline expectations — and why patience here pays off permanently

Martin’s full journey — 88kg to 76kg at 50, reverse dieted back to 3,000 calories as his new maintenance

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