Your Metabolism Isn’t Broken (You Just Don’t Understand It) l Ep 63

Most people think a “slow metabolism” means bad genetics or that they need to burn more calories. So they diet harder, add more cardio, and blame themselves when nothing works.In this episode of Fitness Casual, we break down what metabolism actually is and why it’s not just about weight or calories. We explain why metabolism is your entire energy system, how it adapts based on how you eat, move, sleep, and handle stress, and why trying to “speed it up” usually backfires.We walk through the six biggest levers that shape metabolic health, including muscle mass, thyroid function, mitochondrial health, caloric history, sleep, and stress. We also explain why chronic dieting slows your metabolism, why maintenance phases are critical, and how many people unknowingly downregulate their metabolism over time.If you’ve ever wondered whether your metabolism is broken, why fat loss feels harder than it used to, or why eating less keeps leading to plateaus, this episode will help you rethink the problem and focus on what actually works.(00:01) Why most people misunderstand metabolism(05:51) What metabolism actually is and how it adapts(11:30) Muscle, movement, and why daily activity matters more than cardio(19:59) Chronic dieting, adaptive metabolism, and why plateaus happen(38:27) The most important thing you can do to restore metabolic healthReady to make sense of your symptoms and hit your goals for life? Get more info on our Alta360 program here - https://altaforlife.com/alta360applicationOrder a comprehensive functional lab here - https://app.altaforlife.com/labsoverview(after checkout, you'll get a confirmation email and text. Mention this podcast in your reply and you'll get a free interpretation call with Kat)Get your free Gut Health Assessment - https://atosolutions.typeform.com/to/VhvLsjG2to get a step by step plan to feel less stuckFollow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/