S5 EP26: When A Calorie Deficit Doesn’t Equal Fat Loss

Calories in, calories out. You’ve heard it before. But is it really the whole story? In today’s episode, Rachael and Kelsea discuss the concept of calories in and calories out, why it’s complex, and what happens when people rely on clickbait-style articles on nutrition and health and fitness. Listen in to hear what Rachael and Kelsea have to say about self-blame, heroes and villains, and how to improve your diet without focusing on restriction and elimination. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Self-blame and the diet industry Click-baity health and nutrition articles The carbohydrate insulin model How fat storage works The problem with blaming processed carbs Hunger cues Ignoring heroes to talk about villains Improving diets instead of focusing on elimination Why your body will always look different than other bodies, regardless of diet The 800-gram challenge The tools in your toolbox RELATED LINKS The article discussed in this episode. The CVG Nation app, for iPhone   The CVG Nation app, for Android   Our Fitness FB Group.   Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs   Constantly Varied Gear's Workout Leggings   Our Fitness Blog