
Bite Back with Abbey Sharp· Folge 64
Everything You’ve Been Told About FAT LOSS Is Wrong (Metabolism, Body Composition & Best Practices EXPLAINED)
Dienstag, 10. Februar 2026 · 22 min
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Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
• Weight Loss vs Fat Loss: What’s Actually Changing in Your Body
• Why Muscle Matters for Metabolism and Long-Term Health
• How Much Muscle Is Typically Lost During Dieting?
• Why the Scale Can Be a Misleading Progress Tool
• Myth: Can You Spot Reduce Belly or Arm Fat?
• What Is Spot Lipolysis (and Does It Matter)?
• Fasted Workouts: Do They Lead to More Fat Loss?
• Keto & Intermittent Fasting: Is There a Metabolic Advantage?
• Do “Fat-Burning” Supplements Actually Work?
• Resistance Training to Preserve Muscle While Dieting
• How Much Protein Do You Need for Fat Loss?
• The Best Calorie Deficit for Sustainable Fat Loss
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