Chriscast 1 – The Relationship Between Exercise & Burning Fat
Release Date: 06/10/2024
Black Iron Radio
Manders, Lauren, and Kelly talk hunger cues – discussing both physical and emotional hunger. They explain the challenges in recognizing hunger cues, especially for athletes with high training volume or individuals who strictly track macros. They offer practical tips for understanding and managing hunger cues, such as avoiding distractions while eating and distinguishing between physical hunger and emotional eating. Additionally, they talk about the influence of upbringing and societal norms on eating habits and the importance of mindful eating. This episode aims to help you better tune into...
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info_outlineBIN/BIT Coach and PhD student Chris Bonilla introduces the "Chriscast", mini deep dive episodes on a rage of nutrition and training topics. On today’s episode, he breaks down the relationship between exercise and burning fat in six minutes.