A caloric deficit is all that is needed to maintain weight or lose weight. Depending on how extreme your deficit is, the faster you will lose or the better you will maintain. A deficit can't be to extreme because if it is then your metabolism will adjust which can create a possibility of a surplus which will lead to weight loss. Having a coach or someone who can guide you will always lead to success on the first shot! This episode will show you just how easy it is to lose weight while eating foods you still love.   Key Takeaways: Weight loss is not about starving yourself, it's about being in a caloric deficit You do not need to restrict yourself from foods you love Eating junk food is NOT the right way to eat. Eating for health is priority A deficit is achieved by eating less calories or burning more calories than you consume    If you have any questions you want answered or wanting to talk to me directly, head over to: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/ask Check out all our partnerships: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/Partnerships Flex Pro Meals: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ : Code/ TrainHard to save 20% OFF Host: https://www.instagram.com/matthew_fitness_trainer/ Athletic Beings Training & Apparel: www.athleticbeings.com / www.athleticbeingstraining.com Podcast Website: www.trainhardlivestrong.com/podcast LiquidIV: Liquidiv.com / Code: TrainHard / Save 25% off your entire purchase FNX Fit: https://fnx.grsm.io/TrainHard / Code:Trainhard / Save 15% off your entire purchase Flex Pro Meals / 20% off your 1st order / Code: TrainHard: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/MatthewFitnessTrainer Train with Coach Matt Anywhere: www.EliteHIITPerformance.com