131. Fasting for Weight Loss Pitfalls
[00:00] Overview
Fasting can help—but it’s not magic
Focus: why it often fails for body composition
[06:00] Pitfall 1 — Low Protein
Most fasters under-eat protein
Leads to muscle loss (not just fat loss)
[13:00] Pitfall 2 — Bad Timing
Fasted morning workouts + no food after = no muscle recovery
[19:00] Pitfall 3 — Too Many Calories
You can still overeat during eating window
Fat-heavy diets = easy calorie surplus
[24:00] Pitfall 4 — Stress + Cortisol
Fasting can increase stress → fat storage + cravings
[27:00] Pitfall 5 — All-or-Nothing Thinking
Missing targets → quitting entirely
Flexibility works better
🔑 Bottom Line
Fasting only works if it supports:
Enough protein
Smart timing
True calorie balance
Low stress
Consistency > perfection
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