Chris Gates Fitness · 180. Why Every Adult Should Focus on Building Muscle in 2026 By: Chris Gates For years, I’ve spent a lot of time talking about fat loss. If you’ve read other articles on my website, listened to my podcast, or followed my social media content for any length of time, you’ve probably […]
Chris Gates Fitness · 179. How to Find Time for Fitness (Even if You're Busy) By: Chris Gates “I don’t have time.” If you’ve ever said that about exercise, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s probably the number one reason people give for not taking better care of themselves. It’s usually not a lack of […]
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.
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.
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?
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 […]
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.
So you want to improve your health and fitness, but you don’t know where to start. Let’s break down how to set realistic fitness goals you’ll actually achieve.
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 […]
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.