How can women eat more while staying fit? Episode 765 of the Savage Perspective Podcast dives into this fascinating topic. Host Robert Sikes and guest Joe Hoye discuss how proper nutrition can boost metabolism, improve energy, and support fat loss—without restrictive dieting. This episode reveals why eating more, not less, might be the key to better results.

Joe explains how active women can maintain a healthy weight, and even thrive, on 1,800-2,400 calories a day (sometimes even 3,300). They discuss how under-eating leads to low energy and stalled progress and why gradually increasing calories through reverse dieting is vital for restoring metabolic health while avoiding fat gain.

The episode also explores the role of foundational habits like strategic training, proper sleep, and balanced nutrition, especially during life changes like menopause. Joe emphasizes the importance of managing hormones like testosterone, progesterone, and estrogen for long-term health and success.

Robert and Joe dive into the trade-offs between achieving a shredded physique and overall well-being. Higher body fat during a building phase can enhance strength, recovery, and energy compared to constant dieting. They also share how intuitive eating allows flexibility without the need for rigid tracking.

This conversation challenges harmful dieting cultures that cause shame around food, instead encouraging practical tools to build a positive relationship with eating. Whether it’s structuring your intake with ketogenic diets or managing carbs and meal timing, this episode blends science-backed advice with actionable strategies.

From nutrition to mindset, this episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast with Robert Sikes and Joe Hoye will inspire you to rethink your approach to food, training, and health.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Proactive Approach to Health

03:05 - Healthy Caloric Intake for Women

05:58 - Understanding Overeating Statistics

11:40 - Hormonal Influences on Diet

14:16 - Benefits of Reverse Dieting

17:20 - Embracing Higher Body Fat Percentage

19:52 - Listening to Your Body's Signals

22:48 - Importance of Repetition in Fitness

25:16 - Principles of Intuitive Eating

26:31 - Coaching Challenges and Frustrations

36:21 - Business Insights in Coaching

38:42 - Understanding Your Intentions

42:51 - Joe's Restaurant & Coaching Certification

46:30 - Future Goals in Coaching

49:10 - Defining What is Enough

51:30 - Overcoming Fear of Mediocrity

53:05 - What's Next in Your Journey

55:00 - Justifying Time on Unrelated Activities

58:45 - Morning Routine for Success