Fasting But Not Losing Weight? Here's Why
About this episode
Coach Heather Shuker discusses reasons why fasting may not lead to weight loss and explores key factors influencing progress.
Fasting is powerful—but fasting alone isn't always enough. Episode #262 🎙️ In this episode, Coach Heather Shuker answers one of the most common questions she hears as a coach: why am I fasting and still not losing weight? Heather explains why weight loss can stall even when you're fasting consistently and explores the key factors that influence progress, including insulin resistance, fasting intensity, dietary consistency, snacking, refined carbohydrates, and common dietary pitfalls. She also discusses why longer fasts aren't always the answer, why consistency beats intensity, and how to troubleshoot your approach without falling into all-or-nothing thinking. 👉 What you'll learn: • Why weight loss can take longer than expected when you're insulin resistant • How to know if your fasting protocol is intense enough • Why consistency matters more than longer fasts • The impact of snacking, grazing, and refined carbohydrates • Common mistakes with nuts and dairy • How to troubleshoot a weight loss plateau • Why fasting and low-carb eating work so well together • How to create sustainable long-term change ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Why perfection isn't required for success 00:20 —…
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