Our topic today is so important that we probably wouldn’t be where we are today without it. We are talking all about intermittent fasting. What exactly it is, what the benefits are and how we do it. We’ll also cover the times fasting may not be ideal, and when are the best times to workout when you are on a fast. If you want to get and stay lean, gain clarity, manage your insulin, and curb your cravings, then intermittent fasting is probably for you. Leave us a review and mention who you would love to see as a guest on our podcast. Then, send a screenshot of your review to [email protected] to enter to win a call with Connor.

 

Key Takeaways:

[1:07] You can watch our previous episode, The TRUTH about Steroids, on Brandon’s YouTube page: here.

[1:33] Intermittent fasting is a limited period of eating and generally means that you consume your calories during a specific window of the day, and choose not to eat food for a larger window of time. The most common way to do it is to eat within 8 hours — 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. or noon to 8 p.m., for example.

[2:57] Connor breaks down some significant benefits to fasting. It helps you stay leaner and satisfy hunger levels.

[4:51] It took Brandon and Connor a couple of weeks for their bodies to adjust.

[7:19] Connor stays about the same; his maintenance is about 3000 when he is not fasting, and 3200 when he is.

[9:38] Connor doesn’t have the luxury of lean bulking due to internet haters worrying about where his abs went!

[13:23] The guys give some tips on what window throughout your fasting time is best to work out.

[17:13] Breaking a fast is not an on/off switch. It’s different levels and your body’s insulin levels will get more regulated.

[18:05] We have most of our carbs as the last meal of the day. We will talk more soon about carb backloading.

[21:17] When you get into the groove of intermittent fasting, the next step is a 24 hour fast. This works great for when you are traveling or just too busy to plan out your meals.

[23:24] Your body will break down fat for energy and converts it into ketones.

[26:37] Intermittent fasting is a great place to start as you introduce a lifestyle like the ketogenic diet and consistent workouts.

[30:49] Connor has a cheat meal once a week (sushi buffet anyone?) and is in deficit the rest of the week.

[34:45] Stay tuned for hacks on how to stay full for longer!

 

Mentioned in This Episode:

Connor’s YouTube page: @ConnorMurphyOfficial

Brandon’s YouTube page: @HighLifeWorkOut

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