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Tag: Calorie Deficit

Ben: Why Coaching Was the Missing Piece to Finally Making Progress

July 29, 2025
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| Client Testimonials
Ben Joos Podcast Interview

In this episode of my podcast, I’m joined by my client Ben, who recently wrapped up one-on-one coaching and saw the most consistent, successful progress of his fitness journey so far.

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Posted in Client Testimonials Tagged Build Muscle, Calorie Deficit, Fat Loss, Nutrition, Strength Training, Weight Loss

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

10 Insanely Simple Tips to Lose Fat in 2025

December 23, 2024
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10 Insanely Simple Things to Lose Fat in 2025

Fat loss doesn’t have to be complicated. There are a few core principles that you can use in order to lose fat quickly and efficiently — all while making progress you can sustain.

And that’s exactly what I’m going to map out for you in this article!

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Posted in General Tagged Alcohol, Body Fat, Calorie Deficit, Cardio, Daily Step Count, Fat Loss, Fiber, Lose Fat, Protein, Strength Training

Is Cardio or Weights Better for Losing Weight?

November 12, 2024
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Is Cardio or Weights Better for Losing Weight?

In this article, I’ll break down the the pros and cons of both cardio and lifting weights so that you can put together a weight loss plan that works! Along the way, we’ll cover the crucial role of a calorie deficit, dispel common misconceptions about weight loss, and MUCH more.

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Posted in Training Tagged Calorie Deficit, Cardio, Fat Loss, Lifting Weights, Lose Weight, Losing Weight, Spot-Reducing Fat, Strength Training, Weight Loss, Workout Schedule

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

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

How to Reverse Diet After Cutting

May 1, 2024
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How to Reverse Diet After Cutting

So you’ve just finished a cutting phase, and you want to eat more calories. How should you do it? Is there a right or wrong approach?

In this article, I’ll map out everything you need to know about how to reverse diet, and how to manage your nutrition successfully now that your fat loss phase has ended.

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Posted in Nutrition Tagged Calorie Deficit, Cutting, Fat Loss, Maintenance Calories, Reverse Diet, Reverse Dieting

How to Not Gain Weight on a Holiday | 4 Simple Strategies

November 9, 2023
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How to Not Gain Weight on a Holiday

The holiday season is one of the most fun times of year. But at the same time, it’s incredibly challenging from a health and fitness perspective.

Let’s talk about how to not gain weight on a holiday.

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Posted in General Tagged Calorie Cycling, Calorie Deficit, Christmas, FLEXIBLE DIETING, Gain Weight, Healthy Lifestyle, Holiday Diet, New Years, Thanksgiving, Weight Loss 2 Comments

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