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How a Wild Boar Re-inspired My Fitness Journey
Episode 76

How a Wild Boar Re-inspired My Fitness Journey

In this reflective episode, I share how a wild boar encounter and obsessive calorie tracking taught me the importance of balance in fitness.

The Leo Alves Podcast

December 29, 202226m 49sExplicit

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Show Notes

In this personal and reflective episode, I share three pivotal stories that shaped my fitness journey and coaching philosophy. From my obsessive calorie-tracking days to a wild boar encounter that reignited my cardio routine, and lessons learned growing up in South London, this episode blends personal anecdotes with practical fitness insights.

 

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Timestamps:
(00:34) The Podcast's Growth and Looking Forward to 2023
(01:23) Sharing Three Stories: Pitta Bread, Wild Boar, and Fitbit Calories
(02:31) The Pitta Bread Story: Obsession with Exact Calories
(06:18) Lessons Learned from Being Overly Precise with Nutrition
(07:54) The Wild Boar Story: Neglecting Cardio and a Reckless Encounter
(15:06) The Importance of Cardio for Health and Preparedness
(16:45) Using Cardio for Fat Loss: Key Takeaways and Analogy
(18:54) The Fitbit Calories Story: Why You Shouldn’t Eat Back Calories Burned
(22:47) Smartwatches and Calorie Tracking: Separating Fact from Fiction
(23:48) Summary of Lessons from the Three Stories
(25:46) Call to Action: Free Guides and Listener Feedback

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