Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism
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Oct 31, 2024 Discover the four critical mistakes that can sabotage your metabolism, including under-eating and relying too heavily on cardio. Learn why taking fat burners and skipping meals can backfire. Unpack the common misconceptions about fat loss versus body composition and the importance of protein and strength training. Explore the connection between muscle mass and metabolism while embracing a more compassionate approach to fitness coaching. Finally, debunk myths around weight changes and get insights into effective strength training strategies.
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Metabolism Killers
- Avoid these four metabolism-killing mistakes: eating less, doing lots of cardio, taking fat burners, and skipping meals.
- These habits make fat loss nearly impossible and lead to frustrating plateaus.
Understanding Metabolism
- Metabolism is your body's complex process of converting food into energy for various functions.
- For weight loss, focus on fat loss and body composition changes (more muscle, less fat).
Metabolic Adaptation
- Cutting calories initially leads to weight loss, but the body adapts by slowing down metabolism.
- This adaptation is an evolutionary survival mechanism for dealing with famine.