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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 34 MIN

Women Often Have a Larger Stress Response to Calorie Deficits | Ep 761

from The Mind Muscle Connection · host Jeff Hoehn

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast!Fat loss always comes down to being in a calorie deficit, but that doesn't mean everyone responds to dieting the same way.In this episode, I explain why women often have a larger stress response to calorie deficits and what that can look like during a fat loss phase. I’ll also cover why pushing harder isn’t always the answer and how your starting point, recovery, training, and nutrition can all play a role in your results.If you've ever felt like fat loss gets harder the longer you diet or wondered why the same approach works for some people but not others, this episode will help you understand what’s happening and what you can do differently.Let's talk about:Body Recomp Workshop ReplayWhy Women Have a Larger Stress Response to Calorie DeficitsWhy Traditional Dieting Can Backfire Signs Your Body Is Under Too Much Stress During Fat LossWhy Larger Calorie Deficits Aren't Always BetterWhy Body Fat Levels Matter During Fat LossWhy Spending Less Time Dieting Can Improve ResultsLifestyle Habits That Help Reduce StressWhy Weight Fluctuations Happen During Fat LossWhy Diet Quality Matters During a DeficitManaging Training Volume and IntensityHow Fat Loss Differs Between Men and WomenKey Takeaways and Final Thoughts Body Recomp Workshop Replay:https://chipper-producer-6244.kit.com/791129889cFollow me on Instagram for more information and education:https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=enHow You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/Coaching application:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

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Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Fat loss always comes down to being in a calorie deficit, but that doesn't mean everyone responds to dieting the same way. In this episode, I explain why women often have a larger stress response to calorie deficits and what that can look like during a fat loss phase. I’ll also cover why pushing harder isn’t always the answer and how your starting point, recovery, training, and nutrition can all play a role in your results. If you've ever felt li...

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