Ep 61: You Can't Ride Two Horses With One Ass..Let's Talk Weight Loss And Performance
Wilderness Fitness Podcast with Dr. Rob Minturn PT, CSCS
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Show Notes
🎙️ Episode Title: "You Can't Ride Two Horses With One Ass… Weight Loss and Performance"
In this episode, Rob breaks down a common fitness dilemma: should you focus on losing weight or improving performance? Spoiler alert—you can’t effectively do both at once (unless you’re a newbie!).
We explore:
- What it actually means to “choose a goal”
- The science and strategy behind weight loss: calorie deficit, smart food choices, exercise types (cardio, lifting, HIIT), and the underrated power of sleep
- How performance enhancement typically requires a calorie surplus, progressive training, and variety in movement
- Why sleep matters just as much as your workouts for both goals
- How mindset and programming can make or break your progress, especially if you're stuck repeating what used to work
💡 Clinical Bottom Line: If you're new to training, you can see progress in both weight loss and performance. But for the seasoned athlete, it’s time to get intentional: pick your priority, fuel it accordingly, and train smart.
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