The Dr. Joey Munoz Show

Have you ever heard that insulin resistance is the reason you cannot lose fat or that unless you fix your hormones first no diet or workout will work. In this episode I break down exactly why that is not true. You will learn what insulin really does in the body what insulin resistance actually means and why blaming your hormones might just be a distraction from the real issue. I also dive into the actual science around insulin fat loss and weight gain so you can stop falling for the myths cut through the noise and focus on what actually works. If you have ever felt stuck or confused by all the conflicting advice online this one is for you Tune in and let us clear this up once and for all. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

Still feeling stuck no matter how many times you restart your fitness journey? In this episode I break down the three deeper reasons most people stay out of shape, even when they know what to do. We are not talking about calories or macros. We are talking about mindset, identity, and the habits that silently keep you stuck in the same cycle for months or even years. We talk about why relying on willpower never works long term, what it really means to become a healthy person from the inside out, and how chasing hacks and shortcuts might be the reason you keep spinning your wheels. I also share why trying to go it alone without support or structure usually leads to burnout, and what to focus on instead if you want lasting change. If you have ever felt frustrated with yourself for not being consistent or wondered why you can never seem to make progress stick, this episode will give you the perspective shift you need. Tune in and learn what it really takes to change for good. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

You have probably seen the viral clips that say it takes two minutes to eat a thousand calories and two hours to burn them off. Sounds dramatic, right? But here is the truth. That is not how fat loss works and that mindset is actually what keeps a lot of people stuck and frustrated In this episode I break down how your body really burns calories what actually makes up your total daily energy expenditure and why trying to out exercise your diet is one of the biggest mistakes you can make We talk about why your metabolism burns more calories at rest than during workouts how building muscle helps you stay lean long term and why seeing exercise as punishment for eating is not only wrong but harmful If you have ever felt like you need to train harder just to earn your food or you are confused about what burns the most calories this episode will change the way you think about fat loss Tune in and learn how to stop stressing about cardio and start focusing on what really works. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

Trying to stay in a calorie deficit but always feeling hungry, low on energy, or just burned out In this episode I break down three simple strategies to help you stick to a calorie deficit without feeling like you're suffering the whole time. We cover why cutting liquid calories can make a huge difference, how whole foods help regulate hunger better than processed ones even at the same calories, and why poor sleep might be the hidden reason your cravings and appetite feel out of control. You will walk away with practical tools you can start using today to make fat loss feel easier and more sustainable, without relying on restriction or willpower alone. Tune in and see what might be making your fat loss harder than it needs to be. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

What does it really look like to take care of your health during one of the hardest seasons of your life In this episode I sit down with Lowell, a high school educator and lifelong athlete who joined us at Fit for Life Academy while caring for his wife during chemotherapy. He opens up about how he prioritized his health while supporting her full time, the mindset shifts that helped him stay consistent, and why building sustainable habits was key to managing stress without guilt. We talk about emotional eating, navigating setbacks, how strength training helped him climb over thirteen hundred stairs for a cancer fundraiser, and how he redefined success without chasing perfection. If you have ever felt like life is too overwhelming to focus on your health, Lowell’s story will shift your perspective and remind you that taking care of yourself is not selfish. It is necessary. Tune in and hear how he found strength, resilience, and community when he needed it most. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

Does fat loss ever feel painfully slow like you are doing everything right but barely seeing results In this episode I explain why that slow progress is actually a good thing and how it sets you up for long term success. We break down the three biggest reasons fast fat loss usually backfires from unsustainable methods to muscle loss and rigid all or nothing thinking. I will also show you how a slower approach helps you build habits that stick feel more satisfied with your food and preserve your muscle as you lose fat. You will also learn what a realistic weekly fat loss rate looks like how to stay motivated when the scale moves slowly and why focusing on the big picture can change everything about your journey. If you have ever felt frustrated by the pace of your progress or wondered if slow fat loss is even working this episode is going to reframe everything for you Tune in and see why slow really is the way to go. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.        

Ever go into the gym, lift weights, and wonder if you are actually making progress? You are not alone. One of the most common questions I get is how to know when it is the right time to increase weight, add reps, or push harder in a workout. The truth is, most people are just guessing, which leads to randomness and stalled results. In this episode, I break down a simple strategy we use with our clients at Fit for Life Academy called dynamic double progression. It takes the guesswork out of training by giving you a clear and flexible system to track your progress and know exactly when to make adjustments. We cover why progressive overload is essential, what it really means to do more over time, and how to apply this system to your own workouts to build strength and muscle consistently. If you have ever felt stuck or unsure whether you are training effectively, this episode will give you the clarity and structure you need to move forward with confidence. Tune in and start making every workout count. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

Ever wonder why fat loss feels harder during perimenopause, or whether glucose spikes from fruit are something you should worry about if you are not diabetic? In this Q and A episode, I answer three important questions that come up all the time. We start with how perimenopause affects fat loss, and what you can actually do about stubborn belly fat when hormones are shifting, sleep is disrupted, and muscle loss starts to pick up. Then we talk about fiber, what it actually does for your health, and how to hit your daily target without overthinking it. And finally, I get into the truth about blood sugar spikes and continuous glucose monitors for non diabetics, and why most of the content you see online about them is just noise. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice or confused about what actually matters, this episode is going to clear a lot up for you. Tune in and let me know if you want to hear more episodes like this one. Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

Why does it feel like women are constantly bombarded with more rules restrictions and confusing advice when it comes to fitness In this episode I sit down with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple to break down some of the most common myths that keep women stuck and frustrated. We talk about fasted training cortisol fear tactics hormone confusion and why so much of the advice out there is overcomplicated and fear based We also dive into what the research really says about fat loss training through different phases of life including menopause and why most women don’t need a separate rulebook to get strong feel better and see results If you’ve ever felt like your body is broken or that nothing works for you this episode will help you cut through the noise and finally understand what matters most Tune in and hear what the science really says Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.

What would it take to completely rebuild your health, confidence, and mindset after struggling with weight for years, battling PCOS, and being told surgery was your only option? In this episode, I sit down with Jazmin to talk about her powerful transformation. From dealing with hormonal challenges and hitting her heaviest weight to losing over 100 pounds, reversing pre-diabetes, and completing a triathlon, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about what finally helped her break the cycle, how strength training shifted her identity, and why her success had less to do with discipline and more to do with self-discovery. If you’ve ever felt like change isn’t possible for you, or like you’re stuck in a body and lifestyle you don’t recognize anymore, this story will hit home. Tune in and you might walk away seeing your own journey in a totally new light. 21 Day Challenge:https://www.fit4lifeacademy.health/challenge Download my FREE Nutrition for Fat Loss eBook:  https://fit4lifeacademy.health/blueprint Apply to work with us at Fit4Life Academy: https://fit4lifeacademy.health/vsl-page I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this episode. Stay healthy and inspired.