Metabolism Myths & Weight Loss Plateaus | Ep. 21

Think you’re in a calorie deficit… but the scale says otherwise?

In this episode of Backyard Health, we’re unpacking the most common metabolism myths and the reason your “perfect plan” might not be working. You’ll learn why fat loss stalls even when you’re in a supposed deficit—and how your lean mass, activity level, and metabolic state all influence how many calories your body actually needs.

We’ll cover:

• Why traditional calorie calculators often get it wrong
• The real definition of metabolism (and how it adapts)
• How a small calorie error over time leads to big plateaus
• Why two people with the same weight can have totally different calorie needs
• The difference between tracking accurately and tracking strategically
• How to reassess your intake without crashing your energy, workouts, or muscle mass

This isn’t about eating less—it’s about understanding the unique way your metabolism works, and how to make micro-adjustments that actually lead to progress.

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building a smarter system that works with your body (not against it), then this episode is your starting point.

And if you want help setting up your metabolism for real, sustainable fat loss—Fat Loss Flow is where we do that, step by step.

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