The Truth About Fat Loss Success with Alwyn Cosgrove

Welcome to Episode 399 of the Strength Coach Podcast, brought to you by Perform Better! 

In this episode:

Sumit Seth is on to show how Naamly's new tools helps track client progress through baseline measurements, habit tracking, and more. ( https://Naamly.com )

Anthony chats with Alwyn Cosgrove about:

- NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) and its crucial role in fat loss success.

- Breaking down metabolic adaptation, energy balance, and why "eat less, move more" isn't always enough.

- Practical tips to monitor and increase NEAT, including addressing common pitfalls like reduced activity during calorie deficits.

- The "Screw the Nut" mindset shift for clients, emphasizing sustainable, long-term fat loss plans over crash diets.

- Insights into training high-level Obstacle Course Racing athletes, covering qualities needed, periodization, and peaking strategies.

This episode also features exciting updates on Perform Better events, including this summer's Summits, workshops, and free webinars designed to elevate your coaching game.

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**Whether you're a fitness professional, strength coach, or athlete looking to optimize fat loss and performance, you'll find actionable strategies and inspiration here. Thanks for listening, and don't forget to subscribe for more expert insights and engaging discussions!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Show Intro

01:45 - Sumit Seth demo of Naamly

05:55 - Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Strategies

11:27 - Understanding NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis)

16:09 - Overtraining and Under-fueling Risks

19:28 - Setting Your Caloric Deficit Effectively

22:47 - Importance of Protein in Diet

23:58 - Managing the Rest of Your Calories

25:16 - Dangers of Over-Exercising and Under-Eating

26:59 - Significance of NEAT in Weight Loss

31:38 - Client Conversations for Long-Term Commitment

36:00 - Nutrition and Training Synergy

36:30 - Drivers and Anchors in Coaching

40:44 - Benefits of Intermittent Walking

43:18 - Optimal Fat Loss Rate

49:15 - Introduction to Obstacle Course Racing (OCR)

56:30 - Origins of OCR

01:00:01 - Effective OCR Training Techniques

01:08:24 - Peaking Strategies for Athletes

01:11:15 - Deciding When to Peak

01:13:20 - Psychological Benefits of Peaking

01:15:30 - Timing of Athletic Qualities

01:17:30 - Managing a Team of Athletes

01:18:44 - Wrapping Up the Discussion