38 You Track Macros — But You're Miscalibrated: Anna's Method for Consistent Body Composition
Body by DesignShow Notes
You put in the work, you track your macros diligently, yet your body response isn't delivering the return on effort you expect. This isn't a personal failing, but often a strategy gap in understanding true calibration.
Anna Hansell joins Lou Driver to share her powerful journey to consistent body composition. She reveals how a deep understanding of what your body is telling you, beyond just the numbers, became her foundation. This episode delves into why simply tracking macros might not yield the return on effort you expect, and how miscalibration can lead to frustratingly inconsistent results.
Discover the crucial distinction between reactive eating and strategic fuelling, and how this shift can profoundly impact your physique goals. It's about moving past the guesswork and truly listening to your internal signals.
Tune in to understand the missing piece in your body composition puzzle.
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