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EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 47 MIN

THE "SKINNY PHASE" SOCIAL MEDIA IS OBSESSED WITH

from Real Talk Nutrition Podcast · host Joe Laxton, Meryl Binder, and Corey Berry

Send us Fan MailTHE "SKINNY PHASE" SOCIAL MEDIA IS OBSESSED WITH…Open social media for 30 seconds and you’ll see it.“Eat less.”“Cut more calories.”“Do more cardio.”“Shrink yourself as fast as possible.”But here’s the problem…Most people chasing “skinny” aren’t actually chasing health.They’re chasing a look.And when you restrict harder… eat less… slash calories lower and lower…What usually happens?➡️ Energy crashes➡️ Muscle loss➡️ Slower metabolism adaptation➡️ Constant hunger➡️ Poor workouts➡️ Mood changes➡️ Rebound weight gain➡️ Looking “smaller” but not healthier, stronger, or more athleticThe body adapts.Your goal shouldn’t be to become the smallest version of yourself.Your goal should be building a body that PERFORMS.What should you actually focus on?✔️ Protein intake✔️ Strength training✔️ Nutrient quality✔️ Sleep✔️ Hydration✔️ Recovery✔️ Muscle retention and muscle building✔️ Sustainability — because if you can’t maintain it, it wasn’t the answerThe truth?Most people don’t need to eat LESS.They need to eat BETTER.Train SMARTER.Recover HARDER.Let’s break down the social media “skinny phase,” why restriction often backfires, and what actually creates long-term body composition changes.

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Send us Fan Mail THE "SKINNY PHASE" SOCIAL MEDIA IS OBSESSED WITH… Open social media for 30 seconds and you’ll see it. “Eat less.” “Cut more calories.” “Do more cardio.” “Shrink yourself as fast as possible.” But here’s the problem… Most people chasing “skinny” aren’t actually chasing health. They’re chasing a look. And when you restrict harder… eat less… slash calories lower and lower… What usually happens? ➡️ Energy crashes ➡️ Muscle loss ➡️ Slower metabolism adaptation ➡️ Constant hunger ➡...

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