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EPISODE · May 10, 2026 · 17 MIN

Ep59. The Reason You're Tired, Hungry, and Still Not Losing Fat — And How to Fix It

from The Stronger Life with Sami · host Sami Smith

You've been told to eat less and move more your whole life. So why are so many women eating as little as possible and still not getting results — or getting them, then losing them?The answer might surprise you: for a lot of women, the problem isn't that they're not trying hard enough. It's that they're trying too hard in completely the wrong direction.In this episode, we break down why eating too little is actually working against your fat loss — and why bringing your calories up (yes, up) often leads to better results.Why your body actively fights back when you cut calories too hardWhat happens to your hunger hormones in an extreme deficitHow low calories combined with no strength training eats away your muscleWhy your day-to-day movement matters more than your gym sessionsWhat a "smarter" deficit actually looks like — and why it's easier to stick toWalk away finally understanding why more restriction doesn't mean more results — and what actually works instead. 💚Love this episode? 💚 Share it on your intagram story and tag me @sami_livestrong  Want to connect?🤝🏽 Follow me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sami_livestrong/💪🏼 Ready to start living a Stronger Life — inside and out? Apply for my online coaching program here: bit.ly/ApplywithSami🔥 Please subscribe, rate & review if you enjoyed this ep!Disclaimer: The Live Stronger with Sami podcast is not a substitute for a health professional's individualised advice. The advice given is general in nature and should not be used to treat any medical conditions, illnesses or injuries. Please consult your medical professional before implementing any of the advice discussed in this episode. 

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You've been told to eat less and move more your whole life. So why are so many women eating as little as possible and still not getting results — or getting them, then losing them? The answer might surprise you: for a lot of women, the problem isn't that they're not trying hard enough. It's that they're trying too hard in completely the wrong direction. In this episode, we break down why eating too little is actually working against your fat loss — and why bringing your calories up (yes, up) ...

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