Ep 10: How to drop your next 10 pounds (without breaking your body)

In today’s episode, we discuss effective strategies for weight loss and emphasize the importance of understanding body composition. We also talk about setting realistic goals and creating a sustainable caloric deficit. Gabriel outlines the gold standard for fat loss, the importance of resistance training, and an approach to your health from a holistic perspective. Here's what we cover:- Why fat loss depends on having the right systems in place. - Understanding body composition is crucial for weight loss.- Starting your fat loss journey correctly is essential and leads to 90% of success. - The gold standard for fat loss is 0.5 to 0.75% per week (don't break this law). - The main goal should be keeping body fat off, not just dropping weight. - Standardize before you optimize your health standards. - Fat loss equals negative energy balance.Chapters00:00 Understanding the Weight Loss System01:45 Body Composition and Starting Your Journey12:23 Gold Standard for Fat Loss17:13 Creating a Caloric Deficit30:22 Optimizing for Further ResultsIf you're a career-driven human over 40 who wants to use evidence-based exercise, nutrition, and psychology for your health, the VBL Podcast is your new health and fitness resource. Create a lean, strong, and healthy body in less time. Use practical, evidence-based strategies rooted in logic and experimentation. Enjoy listening. Every Friday, we share practical tips to build optimal health and strength in minimal time. Get free access to our 9-day body transformation course when you sign up here. You can connect with Gabriel over here on Facebook and Instagram.