We have loved spending time with you these last 4 years. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support, for your questions & for sharing your stories with us with such honesty and vulnerability.

Wrapping up the last of questions from our listeners. 

On this episode, we discuss how to handle body image during middle age and what it really takes to lose those last 5-10 pounds. 

Back again to answer more questions from the listeners. We cover:

In our listener Q & A today we discuss:

Today we dive into some new dialogue in the reverse dieting space. Spurred by an article and podcast from the researchers over at Stronger By Science, we talk about what the scientific literature suggests vs what anecdotal evidence implies. No one here is making and hard and sweeping statements, but we were intrigued and for the most part, agree with the conclusion. We would love to hear your thoughts!

Article link: https://macrofactorapp.com/reverse-dieting/?ck_subscriber_id=691565640#h-is-there-ever-a-reason-to-try-reverse-dieting

Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stretch-mediated-hypertrophy-and-reverse-dieting/id1463054544?i=1000579555350

We cover a lot of ground on this episode, from Kim's Alaskan adventure to Katie's foraty into macro tracking again. Along the way we break down some options for macro tracking apps now that My Fitness Pal decided to put one of their standard features behind a paywall.

This week Marci and Katie talk about how things in the coaching space are often not as they appear. We recount personal stories and experiences on the subject and challenge listeners to take a closer look at the content they are consuming! 

Inspired by a listener question sent to Kim, we talk about what NOT to do when it comes to optimizing your goals, whether they are for weightloss, maintenance or overall health. As usual we get a little fired up about the things that get a lot of 'air time' on social media, but *don't* move the needle.

As the lazy, hazy days of summer wind down an opportunity presents itself to be intentional about aligning your life with your values as you step into this next part of the year. Let's talk about it!

We're talking stress today: