Move More or Eat Less?, Social Connection, & "Healthy" Snacks

Hot Topic: Your doctor might prescribe…friends?Worth It? “Healthy” Snack FoodsMain Course: If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s better to move more or eat less for fat loss, this episode breaks it down in a way that actually makes sense. We walk through what a calorie deficit really is, how your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) is made up – from basal metabolic rate (the biggest piece) to the thermic effect of food, non-exercise activity, and workouts – and why some of these matter more than others. You’ll learn why simply “burning more calories” in the gym is often overrated, how increasing daily movement outside the gym can quietly make a big difference, and why prioritizing protein, sleep, and muscle mass can shift the equation in your favor. Bottom line: both eating less and moving more can work, but we’ll help you understand which levers are actually worth pulling, and which ones are just noise.Q&A: I’m running my first half marathon this weekend (it’s in Peninsula State Park, maybe I’ll see you guys out there). What should I be doing this week for strength training?