There’s a trend all over social media claiming to show you “7 signs you’re burning fat.”

Most of them? Complete nonsense.

In this episode, Nikki breaks down the viral fat-burning myths — peeing more, keto breath, sweating faster, feeling colder, squishy fat, better sleep, increased hunger — and explains why none of those actually confirm that you’re losing body fat.

Then she walks you through what actually matters.

Because once you start strength training (which you absolutely should be), the scale becomes an unreliable narrator. If you’re building muscle and losing fat at the same time, your weight may barely move — even though your body is changing dramatically.

If you’re in midlife and trying to lose fat without sacrificing muscle, this episode will save you from chasing random “signals” that mean nothing.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why peeing more usually means water loss — not fat loss
• The truth about keto breath and fat oxidation
• Why sweating faster doesn’t indicate body fat reduction
• Why feeling cold in a calorie deficit isn’t a good sign
• The myth of “squishy fat” before it disappears
• Why hunger alone doesn’t confirm fat loss
• How strength training changes how the scale behaves
• The difference between burning fat for fuel vs. losing stored body fat
• What to track instead: measurements, photos, clothing fit, and performance

Next Steps

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* The information presented on this podcast is not medical advice and does not constitute health coaching. It is for informational purposes only.