#160 - You're Probably Burning More Calories Than You Think (But Not the Way You Think)
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Show Notes
If you've ever finished a workout and thought "right, I've earned that treat" — this episode is going to shift your perspective.
Today I'm breaking down energy balance in a way that actually makes sense. Calories are just a unit of energy — not a dieting tool — and understanding how your body burns them is one of the most empowering things you can do for your health.
We cover the four components of calories out: your Basal Metabolic Rate (60–75% of your daily burn — this is why building muscle matters), the Thermic Effect of Food (protein costs the most to digest, ultra-processed food barely anything), exercise activity (only 5–10% for most people — so please stop trying to burn off your food), and NEAT — all the movement you do outside the gym.
NEAT can vary by up to 2,000 calories per day between people. That's your real secret weapon. I share 10 practical ways to increase it, and why daily walking plus 2–4 resistance sessions a week is the sweet spot for most women.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Welcome and Overview
- 00:57 Energy Balance Basics
- 01:47 What Drives Calories In
- 02:37 Calories Out Explained
- 03:23 Basal Metabolic Rate
- 04:30 Build Muscle, Boost BMR
- 05:12 Thermic Effect of Food
- 09:57 Exercise Calorie Myth
- 12:52 NEAT — Your Secret Weapon
- 14:57 Daily Walking Wins
- 17:06 10 Easy NEAT Boosts
- 21:29 Key Takeaways and Next Steps
- 23:55 Wrap Up and Coaching
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