357. Q&A: Why Is The Last 5 Pounds Harder To Lose? My Surprising Answer
On today's episode, I'm sitting down solo to answer a question from one of our amazing listeners about why the last five pounds can feel so much harder to lose.
I break the episode into two simple parts.
First, I explain why the last five pounds are harder for everyone — medication or not. As you lose weight and body fat, the rules of the game change. Your body gets leaner, which creates new challenges when it comes to maintaining a calorie deficit and targeting body fat loss through your training and macros, often requiring different strategies or small adjustments to your plan.
Then, I walk you through exactly how to approach losing that final bit of weight so you can truly tone up and lean out. This helps you change your body fat percentage — instead of doubting your approach or wondering if it's even working.
If you're determined to keep making progress but know your plan needs a refresh for this final push, today's episode will connect the dots so you can work smarter, not harder — and stop spinning your wheels with a plan you're not fully confident in.
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Related Episodes:
🎙️Episode 347: ALLISON'S STORY: Losing The Last 10 Pounds By Doing LESS
🎙️Episode 279: If You Keep Losing And Regaining The Same 5 Pounds, This Is Why
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