Rapid Fat Loss vs. a Long, Slow Cut (Who Aggressive Dieting is For) | Ep 479

Rapid Fat Loss vs. a Long, Slow Cut (Who Aggressive Dieting is For) | Ep 479

June 22, 2026 · 38 min · Episode 479

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This episode discusses the pros and cons of rapid fat loss versus a slower dieting approach, particularly for those over 40.

Should you diet aggressively or take a slower approach? Learn when rapid fat loss makes sense and when a longer cut produces better results. It all depends on your body fat, your training, your timeline, your history with dieting, and whether you are perimenopausal or over 40. This episode revisits rapid fat loss and the case for a strict, short diet when the slow-and-sustainable default doesn't work as well for you (or simply because you want to use it). Make sure to download my FREE Rapid F...

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