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Out of Pocket
You're here because you're in the healthcare gap.
You're already doing the basics of exercise and eating healthy.
But you're also not so sick you need the care of a doctor.
You want answers that help you live your best life proactively.
If you’re burned out on diets, confused by your symptoms, and tired of being told “everything looks normal,” this show is for you.
Hosted by functional nutritionists Andrew Hayes and Kat Best, we cover the health issues most people struggle with but rarely talk about. Gut problems. Hormone chaos. Fatigue. Cravings. Mood swings. The difference between sustainable fat loss and trendy weight loss. Irregular poops. (Yes, we said it.)
Each week, we give you the tools to actually feel better - without crash diets, supplements you don’t need, or 4AM workouts.
No shame. No perfection. Just more clarity, not more effort.
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The Truth About Body Fat (And Why Leaner Isn’t Always Healthier) l Ep 62
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Instagram, magazines, and fitness culture glorify being as lean as possible, but no one talks about what it costs.
In this episode of Fitness Casual, we break down what body fat actually is, why it’s essential for hormones, energy, brain health, and long-term resilience, and why chasing ultra-low body fat often backfires.
We explain why “leaner” does not automatically mean healthier, how too little or too much body fat can both create real health issues, and what a sustainable, healthy range actually looks like for men and women.
We also cover how body fat should be measured (and why most methods are misleading), why waist circumference and daily energy matter more than percentages, and how unrealistic standards from influencers and celebrities distort expectations.
If you’ve ever felt frustrated chasing a number, comparing yourself to your past self, or wondering why fat loss feels harder than it used to, this episode will help you rethink what healthy really means.
(00:03) Why being “shredded” is glorified and what no one talks about
(05:53) What body fat actually does for hormones, energy, and survival
(15:02) Why obsessing over body fat numbers can backfire
(18:55) Healthy vs unhealthy body fat ranges for men and women
(35:40) The most sustainable approach to body composition and health
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