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Living the Macro Life
by Brandye Burris
I am like so many others! Throughout my adult life, I tried every possible system & gimmick to control my weight. Life changed for the better when I discovered macros. I am a mom of twins, have three jobs, a home to manage, two dogs & all the chaos that comes with life. Balancing it all, while staying healthy enough to continue, is tricky, & in this podcast, I will offer suggestions & tips to help each of you. My goal is to create a safe space for us to grow & share together, help you weed through the massive amounts of information available & create a community where we can all grow together
Episodes
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Episode 28: What's SUPP?!
Summary: In this episode of Living the Macro Life, Brandye dives into the world of supplements, discussing their importance, the vast supplement industry, and how to choose quality products. She emphasizes the need for foundational nutrition strategies, the role of regulation and safety, and...
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Episode 27: How to get Back on Track
In this episode of Living the Macro Life, Brandye Burris discusses the challenges of maintaining fitness and nutrition during the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of making a decision to prioritize health, creating a daily plan, and reflecting on successes to stay motivated. Brandye...
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Episode 26: How to ACTUALLY hit the Reset Button
Summary: In this episode of Living the Macro Life, Brandye Burris discusses the essential steps to reset your metabolism, debunking common myths and emphasizing the importance of sleep, hydration, movement, strength training, and proper nutritional intake. She encourages listeners to take control...
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Episode 25: The Cleanse & Reset Myths
In this episode of Living the Macro Life, Brandye Burris discusses the myths surrounding detox cleanses and metabolic resets. She emphasizes that the body is naturally equipped to detoxify itself and that extreme cleanses can do more harm than good. Instead of relying on fad diets, Brandye...
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Episode 24: When It's Time to Ditch the Crutch!
Summary: In this episode of Living the Macro Life, Brandye discusses the complexities of weight management, focusing on the use of semiglutide as a temporary aid. She emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying habits related to overeating, under eating, and lifestyle choices. Brandye also...
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Episode 23: Hustle and Bustle of Life
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the common excuse of not having enough time to prioritize health and fitness. She addresses the idea that life is always hectic and that waiting for a doctor's intervention is not the best approach. Brandye encourages listeners to identify their reasons...
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Episode 22: Everyday is a great day to strength train!
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the importance of strength training and addresses common reasons why people don't work out. She emphasizes that strength training is necessary for supporting the muscular and skeletal systems, increasing range of motion, improving bone density, and...
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Episode 21: Expedited Shipping is NOT Available for your health
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses how modern society has conditioned us to expect quick results and instant gratification, especially when it comes to our bodies. She emphasizes that our bodies don't work on the same time clock as the rest of our lives and that achieving fat loss…
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Episode 20: The "tea" on Carbs
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the history of diet trends and the misconceptions surrounding carbohydrates. She emphasizes that food is not the villain, but rather our relationship with food. Brandye explains the science behind carbohydrates, including their classification and how…
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Episode 19: Break your Fast with Breakfast
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the importance of eating breakfast and provides tips for incorporating it into a busy schedule. She debunks common excuses for skipping breakfast, such as not having enough time or feeling nauseous in the morning. Brandye suggests planning ahead by...
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Episode 18: The Power of Protein
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the power of protein and how it benefits our bodies. She explains that protein is the second most abundant molecule in fat-free body tissue and is found in every body part or tissue. Protein is essential for muscle growth, tissue repair, enzyme...
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Episode 17: Flexible Dieting with IIFYM
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the concept of IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macros) and how it can be a more realistic and sustainable approach to living a healthier lifestyle. She explains that many old school diet approaches focus on strict calorie counts, approved food lists, and...
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Episode 16: The What's and the Where's
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the three main macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. She explains the different sources of each macro and how to track them. Brandye also emphasizes the importance of complete proteins and provides examples of how to pair plant-based…
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Episode 15: Insight to Intermittent Fasting
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses intermittent fasting and its various protocols. She clarifies that intermittent fasting is not the same as fasting for religious purposes and emphasizes that her discussion is based on general nutrition and health, not clinical purposes. Brandye briefly...
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Episode 14: To Cheers or not to Cheers?
Summary In this episode, Brandye discusses the impact of alcohol on a healthy lifestyle and how to incorporate it into a macro counting diet. She explains that alcohol, specifically ethanol, has zero nutritional value and is considered an empty source of energy. The calories from alcohol are...
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Episode 13: Choose Your Hard
Summary In this episode, Brandye puts on her life coaching had and discusses the concept of choosing your hard and reframing our mindset. She emphasizes that life will always be hard, but we have the power to choose which hard we want to face. Brandye uses the example of obesity and highlights…
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Episode 12: KNOWLEDGE is the only Magic you need
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the problems with magic weight loss systems and offers alternative solutions. She highlights that fat loss is not easy, but it can be understood and strategized. She emphasizes the importance of choosing a healthier lifestyle and committing to daily...
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Episode 11: Leave the Magic for the Stage
In this episode, Brandye discusses the great magic system debate and the allure of products that promise quick and easy results for weight loss and better health. She highlights the problems with these systems, including the misconception that fat loss is easy, the lack of a clear definition of...
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Episode 10: Been there, done that ... ARE YOU SURE?
Summary: In this episode, Brandye addresses common misconceptions and challenges related to tracking macros. She discusses the difference between carb cycling and tracking macros, the limitations of apps and machines in calculating macros, the importance of finding a knowledgeable coach, the need...
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Episode 9: Celebrating the Celebrations
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses how to stay on track with your health and fitness goals during celebrations and special events. She emphasizes that food is not the enemy and that it's okay to indulge in moderation. Brandye provides tips on how to prepare for celebrations, such as...
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Episode 8: The Basics of a Fat Loss Phase
Summary: In this episode, Brandyediscusses the topic of fat loss and provides guidance on how to approach it. She emphasizes the importance of finding an educated and experienced coach and dispels the myths surrounding fat loss. Brandye explains the process of moving into a fat loss phase,...
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Episode 7: "Before anything else, preparation is the key to success."
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the importance of planning and tracking food for success in health and fitness goals. She addresses the stigma around planning meals and highlights the benefits of using apps to track macros. Brandye emphasizes the need for stability in food intake and...
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Episode 6: Scaling back from the scale
Summary: In this episode, Brandye discusses the scale as a tool for tracking health goals and the misconceptions surrounding it. She emphasizes that the scale reflects the total weight of the entire body, including bones, organs, muscle tissue, body fat, water, and food. Brandye also explains the...
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Episode 5: Moving to Fat Loss
Summary: In this episode, Brandy discusses the topic of fat loss. She emphasizes that fat loss is the body's most unnatural process and that the body's primary goal is survival, not aesthetics. Brandy recommends starting with a period of maintenance to upregulate the metabolism and build trust…
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Episode 4: The Power of Stability
In this episode, Brandye discusses the importance of stability in our everyday lives and how it relates to our health goals. She emphasizes the need for stability in our nutrition and macro intake in order to support our metabolism and achieve long-term health goals. Brandye explains that…
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Episode 3: Underfeeding
In this episode, Brandye discusses the problem of underfeeding and its impact on obesity and undernutrition. She emphasizes the importance of the relationship with food and how it can fuel undernutrition and obesity. Brandye explains the concept of basal metabolic rate (BMR) and the calories…
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Episode 2: What is this macro craze all about, anyway?
Macro Tracking has been a buzz word in health clubs and fitness circles for a while now but, from what I have been told by gym members, potential clients, new clients and friends is there is still a great deal of confusion around this idea. With the great WWW being the information resource that…
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Episode 1: Who Am I and How Did I Get Here?
If you going to listen to a podcast, it's good to know who you're listening to and why this person had decided they have information to share! This is a very brief overview of my journey to a Master Personal Trainer and Master Nutrition Coach/Consultant.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I am like so many others! Throughout my adult life, I tried every possible system & gimmick to control my weight. Life changed for the better when I discovered macros. I am a mom of twins, have three jobs, a home to manage, two dogs & all the chaos that comes with life. Balancing it all, while staying healthy enough to continue, is tricky, & in this podcast, I will offer suggestions & tips to help each of you. My goal is to create a safe space for us to grow & share together, help you weed through the massive amounts of information available & create a community where we can all grow together
HOSTED BY
Brandye Burris
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I am like so many others! Throughout my adult life, I tried every possible system & gimmick to control my weight. Life changed for the better when I discovered macros. I am a mom of twins, have three jobs, a home to manage, two dogs & all the chaos that comes with life. Balancing it all, while...
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