How to Achieve Fat Loss Success (ft. Mike Doehla)

In this episode, Mike Doehla, former owner of one of the USA's most successful nutrition companies, Stronger U, shares his expert tips and advice on achieving successful fitness progress and fat loss. We discuss the importance of planning, support systems, and community, while also debunking common calorie tracking errors and nutrition misconceptions.

Mike offers great tips on setting calorie goals, tracking macros, and even suggesting unsustainable approaches. Learn how to balance energy intake, prioritise sleep, and avoid dieting trends like the carnivore diet. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with actionable advice for your fitness journey.

 

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Timestamps:

(00:31) Introduction: Who is Mike Doehla?
(03:18) Key Characteristics and Behaviours for Fitness Progress
(03:50) Ditching the All-or-Nothing Mindset
(05:22) The Importance of Planning for Fitness Success
(06:30) Why Support Systems Are Crucial for Progress
(07:16) How Community Can Boost Your Fitness Journey
(08:19) Common Nutrition Challenges for the Average Person
(10:45) Mistakes People Make with Calorie Tracking
(16:27) Combining Accountability with Calorie Tracking
(17:23) Denying Energy Balance: Why It’s Like Flat Earth Belief
(18:08) Using Unsustainable Approaches for Fat Loss
(26:03) Mike’s Top Fat Loss Tips for Beginners
(26:23) How to Determine Your Daily Calorie Goal
(27:03) Finding Dominant Macro Foods
(27:25) The Importance of Food Tracking Apps
(27:46) Limiting Non-Protein Snacks for Fat Loss
(28:57) Why Prioritising Sleep Matters
(29:13) Incorporating Strength Training, Walking, and Cardio
(29:23) Rethinking Relationships with Food
(33:21) Who to Trust for Online Nutrition and Fitness Advice
(37:34) Debunking the Carnivore Diet
(39:38) Diet Trends and Their Evolution
(41:47) How to Transition Away from Calorie Tracking
(45:18) Tribalism in the Dieting Community
(48:47) Accountability's Role in a Fat Loss Journey
(52:23) How Alcohol Impacts Fat Loss
(54:52) The New England States
(56:02) Where to Stay in Touch with Mike Doehla