NEW EPISODE! Why The Scale Is Lying To You

Tired of the scale messing with your head? This episode breaks down exactly why the number on the scale fluctuates, what it's actually measuring, and how to track fat loss progress without losing your mind.

Alison explains how hormones, hydration, stress, food volume, and strength training all impact your weight — and why “weight loss” isn’t the same as fat loss.

Plus, she gives you 8 better ways to track progress, the mindset shift you need to ditch scale obsession, and one action step to move forward with confidence.

🎯 Action Step: Choose one non-scale progress marker and start tracking it weekly. Let the scale take a back seat to real change.

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⚠️ DISCLAIMER

The information shared on The Fundamentals of Fitness podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your training, nutrition, or health routines.

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📚 References

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Paddon-Jones, D. et al. (2008) ‘Role of dietary protein in the sarcopenia of aging’, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 87(5), pp.1562S–1566S.

Thomas, D.M. et al. (2013) ‘Why do individuals not lose more weight from an exercise intervention at a defined dose? An energy balance analysis’, Obesity Reviews, 13(10), pp.835–847.

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