The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show with Ben Brown

273_Q&A: Is Exercise a Good Weight Loss Tool, Six-Pack Abs, & Food Quality vs. Quantity


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Have you ever wondered how many calories exercise really burns? Is a six-pack achievable for you? Or are you unsure whether food quality or quantity matters more for your goals? I answer all of these questions in this week's Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Exercise and Calorie Burning: The truth about metabolic adaptation and why exercise isn’t as effective for weight loss as you might think.
  • How to Get a Six-Pack: Why genetics, nutrition, and consistency are the real keys to visible abs—and why crunches won’t cut it.
  • Food Quality vs. Quantity: Understanding the hierarchy of nutrition needs and why calories still reign supreme when it comes to fat loss.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Exercise Myths: Relying solely on exercise for fat loss can backfire due to metabolic adaptation and compensatory behaviors.
  2. Six-Pack Truth: Visible abs are the result of a calorie deficit, consistent nutrition, and genetics—not endless crunches.
  3. Nutrition Hierarchy: Prioritize calories first, then protein, food quality, and macronutrient balance to optimize health and body composition.

Resources and Links:

  • PrimeFitOS Coaching Program – Take the first step towards sustainable fitness and nutrition tailored to your life. 
  • Free Resources:
  • Fat Loss Fix Guide
  • Smart Nutrition Made Simple TV
  • Connect on social: @BodySystemsCoaching

Connect With Coach Ben:

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