Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2633: Seven Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat & More (Listener Coaching)
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Jul 4, 2025 Discover the surprising ways overtraining can lead to weight gain and cravings, challenging common fitness beliefs. Learn about the unexpected health risks hidden in everyday items like tea bags and scented candles. Saffron's mood-enhancing benefits spark an engaging discussion, while personal anecdotes reveal the awkwardness of public appearances. Explore insights on navigating relationships and personal identity in parenting, alongside practical advice for maintaining core stability during workouts.
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Overtraining Boosts Food Cravings
- Overtraining causes cravings for hyperpalatable foods, leading to increased calorie intake and fat gain.
- The body's stress response promotes eating comfort foods to compensate for energy deficits caused by excessive exercise.
Cortisol Mismanagement Favors Belly Fat
- Chronic elevated cortisol from overtraining disrupts its natural daily rhythm and increases visceral fat storage.
- This hormonal imbalance shifts fat storage toward the abdomen, especially in women experiencing high stress.
Low Testosterone from Overtraining
- Overtraining lowers testosterone, which reduces muscle mass and increases fat gain.
- This hormonal shift creates a body composition favoring fat storage over muscle growth, hindering fat loss progress.