In this episode, Ben Cure and I discuss common fat loss tracking mistakes, such as relying too much on scale weight, and discuss smarter progress indicators like body measurements and habits. We wrap up with a fun overrated/underrated game, covering topics like meal plans, cheat days, and fitness trends like the carnivore diet, sharing suggestions on your fat loss journey.
In this episode, Ben Cure and I discuss common mistakes you might make when tracking fat loss progress.
We expand on why relying solely on scale weight can be misleading and discuss smarter, more effective indicators of progress, including body measurements, progress photos, and even old clothes.
Ben and I also highlight the importance of tracking improved habits, strength gains, and mental well-being during a fat loss journey.
The episode wraps up with a light-hearted overrated/underrated game, during which we discuss popular topics like meal plans, cheat days, and fitness trends such as the carnivore diet.
Whether you're just starting your fat loss journey or looking to optimise your progress, this episode offers valuable suggestions and practical tips to help you succeed!
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Timestamps:
(00:22) Introduction: Who is Fitness Coach Ben Cure?
(03:28) Common Fat Loss Mistakes You Need to Avoid
(04:11) Relying Solely on Scale Weight for Progress Tracking
(05:38) The Error of Not Tracking Any Fat Loss Indicators
(07:07) Why Using Body Fat Percentage Machines as the Holy Grail Is a Mistake
(10:03) Indicators of Fat Loss Progress
(10:20) How to Use Scale Weight Effectively
(14:10) Body Measurements: A More Accurate Progress Indicator
(17:28) The Importance of Progress Pictures in Your Fat Loss Journey
(21:20) Tracking Fat Loss Progress with Old Clothes
(27:23) What Your Watch Strap Can Tell You About Fat Loss Progress
(28:53) Improved Habits: A Key Indicator of Fat Loss Success
(32:34) Using Consistency Calendars to Track Fat Loss Progress
(39:13) Strength Gains as a Powerful Indicator of Fat Loss Progress
(44:18) The Impact of Mental Progress on Your Fat Loss Journey
(47:03) Feeling Better: An Often Overlooked Sign of Fat Loss Progress
(49:36) Overrated or Underrated Game
(50:03) Meal Plans: Overrated or Underrated in Fat Loss?
(50:41) Stranger Things: Overrated or Underrated?
(53:41) Breakfast Cereal as a Snack: Overrated or Underrated?
(55:24) Cheat Days: Are They Overrated or Underrated?
(56:11) Carnivore Diet: Overrated or Underrated in Fat Loss?
(56:43) Corn Dogs: Overrated or Underrated as a Snack?
(58:15) Where to Find Fitness Coaches Leo and Ben Online