EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 12 MIN
Is Fasting Actually Worth It?
from Live Lean TV with Brad Gouthro · host Brad Gouthro
Is fasting actually worth it for fat loss, muscle retention, and longevity? In this science-backed breakdown, I explain intermittent fasting, autophagy, AMPK, mTOR, and whether fasting helps or hurts muscle growth. ► Free 7 Day Trial To My Workout App: https://www.liveleantv.com ► Live Lean Body Quiz: https://www.liveleantv.com/quiz ► Free 7 Day Meal Plan And Recipes: https://www.liveleantv.com/free-stuff 🔎 Video Timestamps: 00:00 Is Fasting Worth It? 00:44 AMPK vs mTOR Explained 01:51 Autophagy Explained 02:50 Fasting Benefits Hour by Hour 04:16 Does 16/8 Intermittent Fasting Actually Work? 05:53 What Happens After A 24 Hour Fast? 06:57 36 Hour Fast Pros & Cons 08:13 Alternate Day Fasting 09:16 Does Fasting Kill Muscle? 10:19 Do You Need to Fast for Longevity? 👉 If you want more science-backed strategies to stay lean, strong, and athletic year-round, subscribe to Live Lean TV: https://www.youtube.com/liveleantv 🔥 Watch Next: If you enjoyed this video, check out this one next: Best Sleep Products for Deep Sleep (Science-Backed & Tested): https://youtu.be/o-zPyQX1CKg Check Out Our Top Videos! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnZwGwF1PkMbBv3R7mJKrqSlMc4lR0XEr Read the blog here: https://www.liveleantv.com/fasting-benefits-autophagy/ Listen to the podcast here: https://www.liveleantv.com/podcast WANT MORE DAILY TIPS ON HOW TO LIVE LEAN?: ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/bradgouthro ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/JessicaGouthroFitness ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/LiveLeanTV ► SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/add/bradgouthro ► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LiveLeanTV ► TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/bradgouthro ► TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/LiveLeanTV ► TIK-TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@bradgouthro ► TIK-TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@liveleantv #fasting #autophagy #LiveLeanTV About Live Lean TV: Welcome to Live Lean TV. The online fitness and nutrition show, hosted by Brad and Jessica Gouthro, teaching you how to LIVE THE LEAN LIFESTYLE 365 days a year. Watch hundreds of fat blasting & muscle building workouts, easy and delicious recipes, as well as fitness and nutrition tips to get you your dream body (and maintain it 365 days a year). Make sure you click the SUBSCRIBE button for new fitness and nutrition episodes every week! Business Enquiries: [email protected] Is Fasting Worth It? The Science of Fat Loss, Autophagy, Muscle Loss & Longevity https://youtu.be/cXQH0GxTIFY Live Lean TV https://www.youtube.com/LiveLeanTV
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Is fasting actually worth it for fat loss, muscle retention, and longevity? In this science-backed breakdown, I explain intermittent fasting, autophagy, AMPK, mTOR, and whether fasting helps or hurts muscle growth. ► Free 7 Day Trial To My Workout App: https://www.liveleantv.com ► Live Lean Body Quiz: https://www.liveleantv.com/quiz ► Free 7 Day Meal Plan And Recipes: https://www.liveleantv.com/free-stuff 🔎 Video Timestamps: 00:00 Is Fasting Worth It? 00:44 AMPK vs mTOR Explained 01:51 Autophagy Explained 02:50 Fasting Benefits Hour by Hour 04:16 Does 16/8 Intermittent Fasting Actually Work? 05:53 What Happens After A 24 Hour Fast? 06:57 36 Hour Fast Pros & Cons 08:13 Alternate Day Fasting 09:16 Does Fasting Kill Muscle? 10:19 Do You Need to Fast for Longevity? 👉 If you want more science-backed strategies to stay lean, strong, and athletic year-round, subscribe to Live Lean TV: https://www.youtube.com/liveleantv 🔥 Watch Next: If you enjoyed this video, check out this one next: Best Sleep Products for Deep Sleep (Science-Backed & Tested): https://youtu.be/o-zPyQX1CKg Check Out Our Top Videos! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnZwGwF1PkMbBv3R7mJKrqSlMc4lR0XEr Read the blog here: https://www.liveleantv.com/fasting-benefits-autophagy/ Listen to the podcast here: https://www.liveleantv.com/podcast WANT MORE DAILY TIPS ON HOW TO LIVE LEAN?: ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/bradgouthro ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/JessicaGouthroFitness ► INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/LiveLeanTV ► SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/add/bradgouthro ► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LiveLeanTV ► TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/bradgouthro ► TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/LiveLeanTV ► TIK-TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@bradgouthro ► TIK-TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@liveleantv #fasting #autophagy #LiveLeanTV About Live Lean TV: Welcome to Live Lean TV. The online fitness and nutrition show, hosted by Brad and Jessica Gouthro, teaching you how to LIVE THE LEAN LIFESTYLE 365 days a year. Watch hundreds of fat blasting & muscle building workouts, easy and delicious recipes, as well as fitness and nutrition tips to get you your dream body (and maintain it 365 days a year). Make sure you click the SUBSCRIBE button for new fitness and nutrition episodes every week! Business Enquiries: [email protected] Is Fasting Worth It? The Science of Fat Loss, Autophagy, Muscle Loss & Longevity https://youtu.be/cXQH0GxTIFY Live Lean TV https://www.youtube.com/LiveLeanTV
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