Why I Stopped Tracking Macros for Fat Loss (And Got Healthier Doing It)

Optimise Your Body with Martin Silva

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Discover why obsessively tracking calories and macros might actually be sabotaging your fitness goals. In this eye-opening episode, our host reveals how he was paradoxically in his worst shape while meticulously counting every calorie, even during periods of binge eating.

Delving into the often-overlooked aspects of metabolic health, this episode challenges the conventional wisdom of rigid macro tracking. Instead, learn why developing a healthy metabolism and a sustainable relationship with food is the true foundation for lasting results.

Key takeaways:

  • Why tracking shouldn't become a psychological crutch
  • The importance of addressing emotional eating patterns
  • How to develop intuitive eating habits
  • The role of protein intake and moderate calorie deficits
  • Building a sustainable approach to nutrition

Timestamps:

00:00:00: Simplifying Macros and Calories Tracking

00:01:50: My Tracking Journey: From Obsession to Balance

00:03:13: The Power of Consistency and Compounding

00:04:21: Intuitive Eating: Unlocking a Healthy Relationship with Food

00:06:22: Beyond Tracking: Mindful Eating for Sustainable Progress

00:08:52: Tracking Calories: A Tool, Not a Solution

00:10:57: Overcoming Emotional Eating and Developing Metabolism

00:13:01: Unlocking Your Metabolism: Maintenance Calories vs. Basal Metabolic Rate

00:14:53: Optimal Macronutrient Ratios for Your Goals

00:16:58: Finding the Right Balance: Fats, Carbs, and Protein for Body Composition

00:19:48: Optimising Nutrition and Metabolism for Fitness Goals

00:22:19: Breaking the Yo-Yo Cycle: Consistency and Balanced Approach

00:24:50: Sustainable Fat Loss: Metabolic Boost and Balanced Hormones

00:27:06: Macros and Calories: Tools, Not the Answer

00:28:43: Mindful Eating: The Key to a Healthy Relationship with Food

00:32:11: Fuelling Your Body Through Whole Foods and Metabolism

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