As 2025 begins, many seek quick and effective ways to shed fat. Achieving a healthier body fat percentage and weight significantly benefits physical performance and overall well-being. (1) Given the overwhelming amount of advice circulating on social media and online, choosing where to start is challenging.
To simplify the process, Hypertrophy Coach Joe Bennett recently shared five straightforward methods for fat loss.
- Establish Maintenance (Consistency Over Accuracy, Ideally Both)
- Decrease Food Intake
- Increase Expenditure
- Slow & Steady Over Fast
- Diet Breaks/Refeeds
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First, determine your maintenance calories and consistently hit them. That starts by tracking macros. By knowing exactly how much of each macronutrient — carbohydrates, proteins, and fats — you’re consuming, adjustments can help achieve specific goals, whether losing fat, gaining muscle, or maintaining weight.
Consistency is crucial when tracking macrosto ensure reliable results. Maintaining daily habits …