{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/623d0ce649317c0012df519d/68ca0c8cdc62f0e1d6c3e13d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Breaking a Fat Loss Plateau","description":"<p>In this short but powerful solo episode, Coach Mark Carroll dives deep into one of the most frustrating parts of any fat loss journey - <strong>plateaus</strong>. Why do they happen even when you're doing \"everything right\"? More importantly, how do you break through them?</p><p><br></p><p>Mark explains the science behind metabolic adaptation, why your calorie deficit may no longer be a deficit, and the two key levers you can pull: eating less or moving more. Using real-world examples, he helps you figure out which strategy works best for your current situation based on hunger levels, training performance, and lifestyle. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just working on your own goals, this episode gives you the practical tools to keep progressing when fat loss stalls.</p><p><br></p><h3>🔍 What You’ll Hear:</h3><ul><li>Why fat loss plateaus are <em>normal</em> and not a sign of failure</li><li>How your maintenance calories change as you lose weight</li><li>The science of metabolic adaptation and energy balance</li><li>When to decrease calories vs. when to increase cardio</li><li>How to decide based on your hunger, energy, and gym performance</li><li>Why personalized strategy beats a one-size-fits-all approach</li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>Enjoyed the episode? Here’s how you can support the show:</strong></h3><p><br></p><p>📩 <strong>Subscribe:</strong></p><p>Never miss a new episode — <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1543158895\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe on Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href=\"https://open.spotify.com/show/1K9c6USV9D8oKREj9JdCHW\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Follow on Spotify</a>.</p><p>🌟 <strong>Leave a 5-Star Review:</strong></p><p>Your review helps us reach more people!</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1543158895\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Leave a review on Apple Podcasts</a> — scroll down, tap 5 stars, and write something you enjoyed.</li><li>On Spotify, tap the <strong>★ rating</strong> at the top of the show page (you’ll need to listen to at least one episode first).</li></ul><p>📲 <strong>Share the love:</strong></p><p>Post a screenshot to your Instagram Story, tag <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/coachmarkcarroll\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@coachmarkcarroll</a>, and let others know what you took away from the episode. Every share helps more people hear these messages.</p>","author_name":"Mark Carroll "}