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The Leo Alves Podcast — 264 episodes

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1

Why Calorie Tracking Works For Some People (But Not Others)

2

Fat Loss Q&A: Plateaus, Cardio & Busy Schedules

3

Can You Build Muscle Without Gaining Fat? (Q&A)

4

A Personal Update!

5

I Did 813 Chin-Ups in 30 Days — Here’s What Happened (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

6

Fat Loss, Gym Supplements, Anime & Trading Cards | Q&A

7

10 Brutally Honest Fitness Lessons That Work

8

Why Fat Loss Feels Hard in the U.S.

9

Carnivore, Calorie Myths & Over-Optimising (ft. Andrew Coates)

10

Lifting 3x Per Week But No Results? Q&A on Fat Loss, Fasting, Supplements & Discipline

11

Pokémon Card Rarity, Investing Regret & The Reality of YouTube (ft. Sleeve No Card Behind)

12

The Boring Middle of Fitness and Why It Matters

13

What Consistent People Do Differently (That No One Mentions)

14

Why You Keep Starting Over Every Monday (And What To Do Instead)

15

15 Honest Answers About Fitness, Consistency, and Life

16

Why Most New Year Fitness Goals Fail (And How to Fix It)

17

Q&A on Fat Loss, Healthy Eating Mistakes, and Changing Beliefs

18

Gut Health 101: Daily Habits, Supplements & Red Flags (ft. Angela Genoni)

19

How to Survive Week 3 of Any Fat Loss Plan

20

Why Collectors and Gamers Struggle With Snacking — The Real Reason

21

How to Gamify Fitness (and Stick to It)

22

How I Wasted My First Two Gym Years

23

My Honest Answers to 15 Fitness & Life Questions

24

Why Trading Card Collectors Would Crush It at Fitness

25

Why I’m Niching Down (And What Comes Next)

26

Why Fat Loss Feels Hard (Before It Gets Easy)

27

Q&A: Fat Loss Plateaus, Cardio, Fad Diets & More

28

10 Essential Q&As on Building Muscle

29

18 Life and Fitness Lessons at 30

30

10 Biggest Protein Questions Answered

31

What Living in the US Taught Me About Food

32

Underrated Gym Advice, Travel Surprises, and Intuitive Eating

33

Cringe Gym Stories, Life Lessons, and Fat Loss Truths

34

Fitness Myths, Social Life Balance, and Overrated Fat Loss Hacks

35

How Busy Parents Can Get Fit (ft. Chris Gates)

36

The Real Problem with the American Food System (ft. Nolan Vannata)

37

The Biggest Fitness Lies Still Around in 2026 (ft. Adam Pecoraro)

38

All Sugar Diets, MAHA Drama, and Health Hype (ft. Beth Feraco)

39

Japanese Fitness Culture and Fat Loss Simplicity (ft. Andy Morgan)

40

From Wedding Prep to Fat Loss Strategy (ft. Daniel Yores)

41

Low-Carb Diets, Training While Tired & Maintaining Momentum

42

Fat Loss Facts, Full-Body vs Splits & Weird Food Combos – Q&A Edition

43

Cravings, Aesthetic vs Performance Training & Rest-Pause Sets – Q&A

44

Body Fat Tests, Social Eating & Building Strength as a Beginner

45

My Honest Take on Clean Eating, Workout Structure & Nutrition Myths

46

Fasting, Soreness, Exercise Order & Fat Loss Balance – Q&A Edition

47

Can Resistance Bands Build Muscle? Plus, Tracking Steps, Sleep & More

48

Late-Night Eating, Overrated Exercises & Effective Workouts

49

The Truth About Recovery, Training Mistakes & Eating Out for Fat Loss

50

Breaking Fitness Myths, Gym Culture & Strength Mindset (ft. Patrick DiBello)

51

Fat Loss, Strength Training & Nutrition Myths – Your Questions Answered

52

Breaking Fat Loss Plateaus, Building Muscle & Fitness Myths – Q&A

53

Your Fitness Questions Answered: Strength, Fat Loss & Consistency

54

Why Fitness (And Life) Is About Turning Up—No Matter What

55

Fitness in 5: Quick, No-Nonsense Fat Loss Tips

56

Calorie Tracking 101: Do’s, Don’ts & Common Mistakes

57

Why Most People Fail at Fat Loss (and How to Fix It)

58

Why Fat Loss Feels Harder After 30 (and How to Fix It)

59

The Best & Worst Fitness Advice I’ve Ever Received

60

Mastering Menopause: Exercise, Nutrition & Mindset (ft. Kim Schlag)

61

7 Reasons You’re Not Seeing Progress in the Gym

62

6 Easy Habits to Stay Fit Without Giving Up Your Life

63

Music, Passion, and Social Media (ft. SKT)

64

Breaking Nutrition Myths and TikTok Chaos (ft. Jeff Pachtman)

65

How to Build Strength and Stay Consistent (ft. Terry Lin)

66

Everything I’d Do Differently to Lose 40lbs Again

67

Do 95% of Diets Really Fail? (Quick Rant)

68

How to Learn Any Language (ft. Gio & Marcel Mendes)

69

How to Lose Over 30lbs of Fat in 2026

70

How to Set and Achieve Your New Year Resolutions

71

Managing Peer Pressure While Losing Weight and Staying Healthy

72

How to Achieve Your Health and Fitness Goals in 2025

73

8 Reasons Spain Leads in Life Expectancy Over the USA

74

Building a Budget Home Gym Setup (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

75

6 Japanese Concepts That Will Transform Your Life in 2025

76

NYC vs. Houston: Health Habits, Walking, Weather, and Food

77

How Strength Training Boosts Fat Loss in 2026

78

December Fitness Tips: Enjoy the Holidays and Stay on Track

79

Calorie Deficit Hacks: 20+ Simple Swaps for Weight Loss

80

How to Stay Consistent with Workouts Without Motivation

81

How to Build Muscle: A Simple and Effective Guide

82

Why Your Calorie Deficit Isn’t Working: 7 Solutions

83

How to Stay Consistent: The Secret to Achieving Your Goals

84

Simplify Fat Loss in 2026 with These Nutrition Approaches

85

Top Fitness Myths You Should Stop Believing

86

Why Your Fat Loss Progress Has Slowed (And What to Do)

87

7 Simple Meal Prep Tips for Consistent Nutrition

88

My Fitness Update: Strength Training, Supplements, and Nutrition

89

How to Achieve Fat Loss Success (ft. Mike Doehla)

90

The Winter Arc: Tips for Motivation, Nutrition, and Routine

91

Eating Well While Travelling: Nutrition Lessons from Central and South America (ft. Hannah Norris)

92

Breaking Cycles: Xbox Habits, Atomic Habits, and Fitness

93

Strength Training Tips: Form, Nutrition, and Avoiding Mistakes

94

Calories Burned: Why It's the Wrong Metric for Fitness Progress

95

Why I Broke A 1,800-Day Streak

96

How to Stay Active Even When You're Short on Time

97

How to Set Your Nutrition Goals for Fat Loss

98

Upper Body Push Day: 5 Great Exercises for Chest, Shoulders, and Triceps

99

25 Fitness Lessons I Wish I Knew Earlier

100

A Guide to Upper Body Pull Workouts: Build Your Back & Biceps

101

Leg Gains: Top 5 Exercises for Building Strong, Sculpted Legs

102

Rebuilding a Positive Relationship with Fitness

103

The Ultimate Guide to Tracking Fat Loss Progress (ft. Ben Cure)

104

Best Home Gym Equipment to Invest in for 2026

105

I Tore My Hamstring

106

The Unsexy Health Habits You Need to Prioritise

107

Balancing Nutrition and Social Meals: A Guide

108

Get Your First Chin-Up: Beginner's Guide

109

How to Break Through Fat Loss Plateaus (ft. Ashleigh Hubbard)

110

Overcoming Injuries: Hip Surgery, PTSD, and Strength Training Tips (ft. Susan Niebergall)

111

Exploring the Carnivore Diet: Pros, Cons, and Thoughts

112

Why Comparing Your Progress is Hurting You (Quick Rant)

113

Fitness Insights with Myles: Training Splits & More (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

114

Fat Loss Transparency: My 30-Day Cut Journey

115

Post-Coaching Success: Melissa’s Fitness Journey (ft. Melissa de Sousa)

116

How Laura Transformed Her Fitness & Mindset (ft. Laura McKee)

117

A Real-World Fitness Journey: Alex’s Experience (ft. Alexandre d'Itaben)

118

Overcoming Challenges in Health and Life (ft. Dr Josh Smith)

119

How Community and Environment Shape Fitness Goals

120

The Best & Worst Protein Sources

121

The Gym Breakfast: Start Your Day Strong

122

The Truth About Walking and Weight Loss

123

3 Stories That Shaped My Fitness Philosophy

124

Boosting Fibre Intake: 10 Expert Tips

125

Mediterranean Diet Explained: Basics for Beginners

126

Vermont's Second Lowest Obesity Rate: Here's Why

127

Eggs, Steroids, and Fitness Myths (ft. Brendan Cobbina)

128

Preparing for Her Big Day: Anca’s Fitness Story (ft. Anca Novac)

129

Whey Protein Explained: Basics for Beginners

130

Creatine Explained: Basics for Beginners

131

How Supermarkets Shape Your Shopping Habits (ft. Laura McKee)

132

Arsenal FC Youth to Pro: Stefan's Story (ft. Stefan O'Connor)

133

Singapore's Obesity Rate and Life Expectancy: Explained (ft. Miguel Mendes)

134

How Injuries, Japan, And Texas Shaped My Fitness

135

Italy Has The Lowest Obesity Rate in Europe: Here’s Why

136

Japan's Health Secrets: Low Obesity and Long Life Explained

137

Conquer Gym Fear: A Beginner's Guide to Gym Confidence

138

Sleep: Your Secret Ingredient in Fitness

139

Shift Work and Fitness: Balancing Irregular Hours with Healthy Living

140

2024 Fitness Blueprint: Your Guide to Training & Healthy Eating

141

The Legendary Run of Pheidippides: Lessons from the First Marathon Runner

142

How Consistency Shapes Success: A Personal Lesson

143

Lessons From My Past: Walking, Injuries, and Balance

144

Strength Training Stagnation: Strategies to Smash Plateaus

145

Fuel Your Workout: Essential Nutrition Tips for Health and Fitness

146

Decoding Fitness Lingo: Essential Exercise, Training, and Nutrition Terms Explained

147

Nutrition & Fitness Around the World: What We Can Learn

148

Navigating Supplements: The Good, Bad & Overhyped

149

Tiny Habits for Big Fitness Transformations

150

What a 200-Year-Old Story Teaches About Fitness: Lessons from the Stone Cutter

151

Life Lessons: What 28 Years Have Taught Me

152

How to Balance Fitness Goals and Avoid Injuries

153

My Training, Nutrition, and Life Update

154

Mastering Simple & Sustainable Diets: The Law of Four & ChatGPT

155

Redefining Success: The Timeless Wisdom of the Mexican Fisherman

156

Balancing Life, BJJ, and Weight Training (ft. Bob Hoover)

157

My Story: The Extreme Side of Fitness

158

Beginner’s Guide to Leg Day Workouts

159

My Fitness Journey During 28 Days in the UK

160

Fitness Q&A: Recovery, Mindset & Habits

161

Fitness Q&A: Overcoming Challenges, Progress, Bulking and Cutting

162

Fitness Q&A: Motivation, Injuries, and Travelling

163

MrBeast’s Fitness Journey and Lessons Learned

164

Celebrating 100 Episodes: Coaching, Fitness, and More (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

165

Boosting Protein Intake: 10 Expert Tips

166

Mini Hiatus, My Fitness Goals, and Q&A

167

A Journey to Better Health: Alex’s Story (ft. Alexandre d'Itaben)

168

Milo of Croton: The Ancient Origin of Progressive Overload

169

Strength Training Myths and Tips for Aging Gracefully (ft. Traci Townsend)

170

The Coffee Conundrum: Caffeine, Fitness, and Sleep (ft. Miguel Mendes)

171

Fitness Challenges, Willpower, and Philosophy (ft. Aswad Martin)

172

Muscle Myths, Macros, and Misconceptions (ft. Brendan Cobbina)

173

The Best Books I’ve Read in the Past Two Years

174

Chin-Up Progression and Fitness Myths (ft. Alexa Cohen)

175

BJJ Progress, Fitness Myths, and Nutrition Updates

176

How to Navigate Gym Etiquette Like a Pro (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

177

Fitness Tips for Busy People & Why Italy Stays Slim

178

Fitness Myths That Hinder Your Progress

179

Breaking Down Health Myths and Nutrition Truths

180

How to Navigate Modern Fitness and Nutrition (ft. Miguel Mendes)

181

Q&A: Muscle Growth, Fibre, and Protein Tips

182

Consistency, Social Interaction, and Staying Motivated

183

Why People Quit Fitness and How to Stay Consistent

184

Gym Confidence, Better Sleep, and Simple Fat Loss

185

Weight Loss, Steps, and Workout Design Tips

186

Weight Loss on a Budget and Muscle Building Basics

187

Fitness Success in 2023: A Practical Guide

188

Menstrual Cycle: A Fitness and Fat Loss Guide

189

How a Wild Boar Re-inspired My Fitness Journey

190

Growing Up in South London: A Personal Episode

191

Fitness Q&A: Workouts, Weight Loss, and Rest Days

192

Breaking Barriers with Melissa: A Fitness Success Story (Melissa de Sousa)

193

Holiday Fitness Tips for a Stress-Free December

194

Rest, Recovery, and Muscle Building: Fitness Q&A

195

Adapting Fitness Goals for a More Fulfilling Journey (ft. Aswad Martin)

196

Fitness, Fat Loss Myths, and Fatherhood (ft. Jordan Syatt)

197

Fat Loss, Cardio, and Consistency: Q&A Edition

198

Starting Your Fitness Journey at Home (ft. Patrick DiBello)

199

Weight Loss Tips: Breakfast, Plateaus, and Consistency

200

Simple Ways to Stop Overeating

201

Coaching Insights and Travel Stories (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

202

From Surgery to Strength: Laura's Story (ft. Laura McKee)

203

Unpacking Diet Myths and Fitness Realities (ft. Bob Hoover & Jeff Pachtman)

204

Fitness Lessons from Life’s Milestones (ft. Daniel Yores)

205

Turning 27: Lessons on Fitness, Life, and Business

206

Sustainable Fitness: Anca’s Three-Year Transformation (ft. Anca Novac)

207

Starting My YouTube Weight Loss Series

208

Listener Q&A: Training Days, Home vs Gym, and Cardio

209

Overcoming Peer Pressure on Your Fitness Journey

210

Why You’re Not Losing Weight in a Calorie Deficit

211

Simplifying Fitness and the Power of Asking Why (ft. Aswad Martin)

212

Balancing Medical School and Fitness: Sewa’s Experience (ft. Sewa Omolewa)

213

Iron & The Soul by Henry Rollins

214

Detox Diets Exposed: What You Need to Know

215

13 Common Fitness Myths Debunked

216

Keeping Your Fitness Goals on Track While Abroad

217

Training Myths, Intensity, and Muscle Growth (ft. Austin Chan)

218

Gym Tips, Mistakes, & Fitness Trends (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

219

Why Meal Plans Set You Up to Fail

220

How to Stay Consistent With Your Fitness Routine

221

Powerlifting, Lifting Belts, and Strength Tips (ft. Daniel Flores)

222

How to Improve Your Metabolism Naturally

223

Uncovering Fitness Myths: Diets, Workouts, and Gaming (ft. Andrew Coates)

224

Meditation, Psychology, and Modern Diet Trends (ft. Jeff Pachtman)

225

Mastering Fitness at Any Age (ft. Susan Niebergall)

226

Living in the USA: My Year Abroad

227

Keto for Weight Loss? My Unfiltered Opinion

228

5 Supplements I Recommend and Why

229

No Results? Follow This Fitness Checklist

230

UK Menu Calorie Laws: My Thoughts

231

Advice I’d Give My Younger Self About Fitness

232

What You Should Know About Intermittent Fasting

233

8 Things I’ve Learned as a Fitness Coach

234

The Truth About Bodybuilding & Macros (ft. Brendan Cobbina)

235

From Yo-Yo Dieting to Consistency: Julia’s Journey (ft. Julia Baira)

236

How to Make Eating Out Healthier and Lower Calorie

237

How to Stop Giving Up on Your Diet

238

Priscila’s Transformation: Tackling Gym Anxiety and Food Struggles (ft. Priscila Sarmento)

239

Lessons from Burnout: Bob’s Comeback Story (ft. Bob Hoover)

240

Melissa’s Story: From Diet Struggles to Thriving in Fitness (ft. Melissa de Sousa)

241

Rebuilding Strength After a Life-Changing Accident (ft. Kieran Vizard)

242

Nutrition, Gym Anxiety & Overcoming Barriers (ft. Emma Shepherd)

243

From Architect to Nutrition Enthusiast: Samuel’s Story (ft. Samuel Kalejaye)

244

Fitness, Cocktails, and Balance (ft. Yemi Lifts)

245

How I Learned From These 5 Fitness Fails

246

Fitness, Memes, and Building Confidence (ft. Brendan Cobinna)

247

Strength Training Simplified (ft. Bob Hoover)

248

Training Tweaks, Metabolism Tips, and Listener Q&A

249

Diet Fads, Social Media Filters, and Sustainable Fitness (ft. Max Weisenthal)

250

Walking, Protein, and Fitness Myths: A Q&A

251

Why Patience Wins in Fitness (ft. Sean Wilson)

252

Training, Nutrition, and the Real Work of Fitness (ft. Eric Roberts)

253

Fitness Fails: What We Learned the Hard Way (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

254

Kaffy’s Fitness Journey: From Keto to Strength (ft. Kaffy Basaru)

255

Sabah’s Fitness Journey: Challenges and Triumphs (ft. Sabah Shah)

256

Why I Decided to Move to Japan

257

Lessons from Keto, Carnivore, and Calorie Counting (ft. Bob Hoover)

258

From Crash Diets to Sustainable Fat Loss (ft. Anca Novac)

259

Mastering Training Plans and Progress (ft. Myles Nesbeth)

260

Eating for Results: Nutrition Tips You Can Use (ft. Hannah Norris)

261

Understanding Emotional Eating and Nutrition Goals (ft. Jordan Syatt)

262

How to Tackle Weight Loss Myths and Build Healthy Habits (ft. Chad Hargrove)

263

Transforming Strength and Mindset: Gabrielle’s Fitness Success (ft. Gabrielle Ferguson)

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Get to Know Me: The Story Behind The Leo Alves Podcast