52 Scale Jump After Adding Carbs? Calibrate Before You Cut Calories — Glycogen & Water Explained
Body by DesignShow Notes
You’re putting in the consistent effort, but the scales are not reflecting your hard work, especially after reintroducing carbohydrates. That sudden jump can feel like a significant setback, leading to frustration and a desire to immediately cut back. This common body response is a strategy gap in understanding, not a personal failure in your commitment.
This episode dives deep into what your body is truly telling you when the numbers on the scale shift post-carb. Lou Driver explains the precise physiological mechanisms at play, distinguishing between temporary fluctuations and actual fat changes. You’ll learn why a reactive approach of cutting calories after such a spike is a misstep in your calibration process.
Stop guessing what these changes mean for your physique. This is about understanding the science behind your body’s response to nutrition, ensuring your efforts yield the return you deserve.
Tune in to understand the critical difference between water retention and fat gain, and how to respond effectively.
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