In this episode, Mark and Layne Norton discuss the realities of fat loss and calorie deficits. The two coaches share the role hormones play in fat loss, strategies to overcome fat loss plateaus, and the benefits and pitfalls of aggressive short-term calorie deficits. Mark and Layne also talk about popular supplements for fat loss and muscle building, as well as the use of creatine during a fat loss phase. Learn valuable insights and tips to help you with your fat loss and nutrition goals from two of the world's leading experts.Dr. Layne Norton is a renowned prep/physique coach and pro natural bodybuilder/powerlifter with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences. He is the founder of BioLayne, a company that provides ethical, science-based coaching that synthesises real-world experience with evidence-based protocols. In his coaching career, he has helped over 70 people turn pro and reshaped the way countless people think about nutrition.Connect with Layne NortonInstagram: @biolayneWebsite: https://biolayne.com/Connect with Coach Mark Carroll:Instagram: @coachmarkcarrollTikTok: @coachmarkcarroll_Facebook: @markcarrollpt If you're enjoying my podcasts, you can experience my methods yourself when you sign up for one of my educational guides & training programs on my app at CoachMarkCarroll.com If you’re a coach or aspiring personal trainer then my fitness education business has the courses you need to be successful in the industry at CarrollPerformance.comAs always, if you're feeling generous, please rate the podcast 5 stars to let us know you're enjoying it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.