Savage Perspective Podcast

Is Extended Fasting Sabotaging Your Muscle Gains?


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Is extended fasting gonna ruin your gains? In this episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, hosts Robert Sikes and Greg Mahler dive deep into the topic of extended fasting and its impact on muscle preservation, athletic performance, and long-term fat loss. From meal timing strategies to optimizing your energy levels during training, they cover how restrictive dieting could sabotage your progress, especially if you're an ambitious professional or athlete aiming for greatness. Whether you're pushing for fat adaptation, struggling with sugar cravings, or looking to maintain strength during a cut, this episode is packed with actionable insights designed to give you clarity on what truly works, not just the trendy advice. This is Episode 798 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, and it’s one you don’t want to miss!


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Chapters:

0:00 Why extended fasting isn’t great for cutting phases  

2:03 How extended fasting can hurt athletic performance and recovery  

5:47 Timing your meals for max energy during training  

7:41 Boost your workouts with these powerful supplements  

11:25 Does fiber really matter for regular bowel movements?  

13:13 The best pre-race nutrition for endurance athletes  

17:01 How to crush sugar cravings during a fasting routine  

18:40 Managing energy and stress during a low-carb transition  

22:11 How to preserve muscle while cutting fat  

23:46 Tracking body composition vs. weight loss during fasting  

27:06 Can extended fasting boost fat adaptation?  

28:57 Why extended fasting isn’t a game-changer for body composition  

32:21 Viewer Q&A - Your top questions answered!

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