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Category: Nutrition

How to Lose the Last Few Pounds Around Your Waistline

July 22, 2025
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How to lose the last few pounds around your waist

Why is it so hard to lose the last 5 pounds — especially around your waistline? In this article, I break down one of the most common frustrations in fat loss: getting leaner, only to hit a wall right before the finish line.

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Posted in Nutrition, Training Tagged Calorie Deficit, Diet Fatigue, Fat Loss, Lose Weight, Step Count, Strength Training, Weight Loss

Is Fasting Worth it For Fat Loss?

July 15, 2025
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Is Fasting Worth it For Fat Loss?

Fasting is one of the most common topics that comes up in my conversations with clients and followers — especially parents who are trying to lose weight and get healthier. So let’s talk about it: Is fasting actually worth it for fat loss?

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Calorie Deficit, Fasting, Fat Loss, INTERMITTENT FASTING, Weight Loss

My Go-To High Protein, Low Calorie Snacks

July 8, 2025
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My Go-To High Protein, Low Calorie Snacks

If you’re trying to eat more protein and wondering what snacks will help you hit your daily target, you’re not alone. I get this question all the time—on Instagram, from clients, and especially from parents who are constantly on the go. So let’s talk about it.

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged High Protein, High Protein Diet, High Protein Foods, Protein, Snacks

How to Stop Late-Night Cravings Before They Derail Your Progress

June 24, 2025
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Chris Gates Fitness · 152. How to Stop Late-Night Cravings Before They Derail Your Progress By: Chris Gates We’ve all been there… It’s 9:30 p.m. The kids are finally in bed. You’re on the couch for the first time all day, and all of a sudden—boom—the urge to snack hits hard. Chips. Ice cream. Whatever’s […]

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Cravings, Diet, Fat Loss, Snacking, Snacks, Weight Loss

10 Insanely Simple Tips to Build Muscle in 2025

December 30, 2024
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10 Insanely Simple Tips to Build Muscle in 2025

I know there are a million different exercises, workout routines, nutritional programs, and more you can choose from to “get jacked.” And it probably feels nearly impossible to figure out which advice is legit, and which advice bad.

But have no fear! In this article I’m going to outline 10 insanely simple tips you can use to build muscle in 2025.

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Posted in General, Nutrition, Training Tagged Build Muscle, Compound Exercises, Muscle Gain, Muscle Growth, Progressive Overload, Protein, Reps in Reserve, Rest Days, Sleep, Training Volume

How to Eat Healthy During the Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide

November 19, 2024
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How to Eat Healthy During the Holidays

What you’ll learn in this article is how to enjoy the best of the holiday season while managing things around your special gatherings and meals to maximize the holiday season from all angles.

Rather than focusing on strict dieting, we’ll discuss how to mindfully navigate the holiday season, with a particular emphasis on the days between the big celebrations.

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Calorie Cycling, Christmas, Diet Guide, Healthy Eating, Holiday Season, Holidays, MEAL PLAN, New Years, Nutrition, Thanksgiving

How to Stick to Your Diet: Meal Prep for Busy Professionals

November 5, 2024
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Whether your goal is to lose fat, build muscle, or create healthy habits, meal prep is the key for how to stick to your diet and make progress.

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Batch Cooking, Calorie Deficit, Calorie Surplus, MEAL PLAN, Meal Planning, Meal Prep, Meal Prepping, Protein, Shelf Life

The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition for Fat Loss: Everything You Need to Know

October 15, 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to Nutrition for Fat Loss

In the ultimate guide to nutrition for fat loss, I’ll break down the basics of nutrition so you can get started with a plan that’s easy to follow and understand.

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Calorie Deficit, Carbohydrates, Carbs, Fat, Fat Loss, Fats, Fiber, Nutrition, Protein

The Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle: Maximizing Your Progress

September 9, 2024
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The Ultimate Guide to Building Muscle

Learn all the information you need to build MASSIVE amounts of muscle in the ultimate guide to building muscle.

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Posted in Nutrition, Training Tagged Build Muscle, Calorie Surplus, Muscle Growth, Progressive Overload, Protein, Rest Days, Sleep

What is the Most Effective Diet for Weight Loss? Flexibility is Key

August 26, 2024
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What is the Most Effective Diet for Weight Loss?

Chris Gates Fitness · 137. What is the Most Effective Diet for Weight Loss? By: Chris Gates When it comes to weight loss, there’s no shortage of diets claiming to offer the “best” results. From keto to intermittent fasting, the options are endless and often conflicting. However, the most effective diet for weight loss isn’t […]

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Calorie Deficit, Fat Loss, Fiber, FLEXIBLE DIETING, Healthy Food, Protein, Weight Loss

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