The Dr. Joey Munoz Show

Is Fat Loss Harder for Women… or Just Different


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In this episode, we unpack a question a lot of women quietly wrestle with: is fat loss actually harder for women, or are we just missing important context?

Rather than blaming hormones or pretending biology doesn't matter, this conversation breaks down what's really going on beneath the surface. We explain why fat loss technically works the same for everyone, but often feels very different for women once factors like muscle mass, energy needs, hunger, and monthly hormonal shifts come into play.

You'll hear why standard advice like "just cut 500 calories" often backfires, how food flexibility looks very different depending on body size, and why progress can be happening even when the mirror isn't cooperating yet. We also talk through common frustration points like cravings around the menstrual cycle, slower visible changes in certain areas, and why chasing extreme leanness can create more problems than progress.

Most importantly, this episode reframes what a smarter, more sustainable approach looks like for women. One that prioritizes realistic deficits, flexibility when it matters most, and strength training as a long-term investment instead of punishment.

If fat loss has ever felt unfair, confusing, or unnecessarily hard, this episode will help you understand why and show you a more grounded way forward.

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