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Ep 110: Macros Aren’t Enough – Flexible Dieting vs. IIFYM

Ep 110: Macros Aren’t Enough – Flexible Dieting vs. IIFYM

FromWits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss


Ep 110: Macros Aren’t Enough – Flexible Dieting vs. IIFYM

FromWits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss

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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Today, the battle between Flexible Dieting and If It Fits Your Macros (or IIFYM) is on. You’ll discover why the freedom to eat your favorite foods and only tracking macros isn't enough to achieve real, life-changing health. I will compare the glaring differences between flexible dieting and IIFYM so you can fuel your body for peak performance, physique, and longevity and make friends with foods that serve you and your values.__________Click here to apply for coaching!__________Today you’ll learn all about:[1:44] What is IIFYM[5:01] Personal experience with tracking macros[7:00] Importance of fiber and its health benefits[8:50] Transitioning to the flexible dieting approach[10:57] Quote about flexible dieting from Alan Argon's book [12:02] Different approaches to tracking and precision in flexible dieting[16:47] Tracking fiber for improved health and fat loss[18:25] Setting a maximum for saturated fat intake and tracking micronutrients[19:24] Tracking workout nutrition and biofeedback[21:52] The impact of meal timing and food choices on digestion[24:10] The importance of sustainable and flexible dieting approach[25:14] How do you do flexible dieting?[31:01] Free 30-minute breakthrough session to achieve your fitness goals[32:47] OutroEpisode resources:Ep 80: Flexible Dieting, Evidence-Based Nutrition, and Protein Strategies with Alan AragonEp 59: Why You Should Track Your FoodBook: Flexible Dieting (Alan Aragon)MacroFactor app – use code WITSANDWEIGHTS to extend your free trial to two weeks (and support me and this show!)? Win a prize by taking our Listener Survey! ? Support the show? Apply for 1-on-1 coaching!?‍? Schedule a FREE results breakthrough call with Philip? Join our Facebook community for accountability, live training/Q&As, & free challenges✉️ Join the FREE email list with insider strategies, bonus content, and exclusive articles!? Try MacroFactor for free with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. The only food logging app that adjusts to your metabolism!? Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social and follow/tag @witsandweights? Love the podcast? Leave a 5-star review? Send a Q&A voicemail
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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