Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2690: The NEW DIET Everyone Is Using For Fat Loss
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Sep 22, 2025 Discover the fascinating history of reverse dieting, from its roots with physique athletes to its modern application in coaching. Learn about the three main goals of reverse dieting: building muscle, boosting metabolism, and preparing for future cuts. The hosts break down a practical five-step approach, including tracking intake and hitting protein targets. They emphasize strength training as vital and offer insights on when to adjust your calories. Forget the scale—focus on strength instead!
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Origin Of Reverse Dieting
- Reverse dieting originated in physique competition to prevent huge post-show weight rebound.
- Slowly increasing calories helped competitors return to normal without rapid fat gain.
Post-Diet Strength Surge
- Adam describes rapid strength and performance gains after refeeding post-show or post-diet.
- He attributes this to the body responding strongly after prolonged deprivation.
Metabolic Adaptation Explains Plateaus
- Chronic low-calorie dieting and high activity can push someone to 'maintenance' at very low intakes.
- That reflects metabolic adaptation, not necessarily misreporting of food intake.