168: How is a Reverse Diet Different Than a Calorie Surplus
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Release Date: 04/09/2025
Should You Reverse Diet Even If You Haven’t Been Dieting? Here’s What to Know About Metabolism Health & Fat Loss
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Are reverse diets only for people who’ve dieted before? Not even close. In this episode, we unpack how reverse dieting supports fat loss, metabolism health, and sustainable weight loss—even if you’ve never been in a traditional calorie deficit. If you’re tracking macros and feeling stuck in a plateau, or wondering why your metabolism seems to have hit the brakes, this is for you. You’ll learn the two most common scenarios I see when women need a reverse diet, how metabolic adaptation can sabotage your results, and why reverse dieting might be your most powerful step forward. 🍑...
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Why High-Protein Diets Stall Fat Loss & What to Do Instead
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
If you’ve been eating “clean” and focusing on high-protein meals but still feel stuck in your weight loss journey… this episode is for you. We’re unpacking why high-protein diets alone don’t lead to sustainable fat loss, how they can accidentally trigger metabolic slowdown, and why macro tracking is so much more effective than just watching protein or calories. You’ll learn how to support metabolism health, balance hormones, and actually see results using science-backed strategies that go far beyond grilled chicken and sad salads. 🍑 Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲...
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Does Alcohol Really Slow Down Your Metabolism and Sabotage Fat Loss?
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Ever wonder if that weekend wine or happy hour cocktail is ruining your progress? In this episode, I break down exactly how alcohol impacts your metabolism, fat loss, and hormone health, and why you don’t need to cut it out completely to see results. You’ll learn how to avoid the common mistakes that stall weight loss, and enjoy drinks guilt-free while supporting your reverse diet, metabolic health, and sustainable fat loss goals. 🍑 BPM Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): 💻 Join my email list: ⭐ Submit a 5 Star Rate + Review for a FREE High Protein Macro...
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How to Prep Your Body for Pregnancy by Healing Your Metabolism
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Thinking about pregnancy sometime in the future? Whether it’s a definite plan or a “maybe someday,” this episode is your metabolism prep guide. You’ll learn how metabolism health impacts your hormones, fertility, weight gain during pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. Plus, we’ll chat about how reverse dieting can help you go into pregnancy feeling energized, nourished, and confident. 🍑 BPM Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): 💻 Join my email list: ⭐ Submit a 5 Star Rate + Review for a FREE High Protein Macro Cookbook:
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How to Lose Fat While Breastfeeding Without Losing Your Milk Supply
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
If you’re a new mama wondering whether you can lose fat without affecting your milk supply — this one’s for you. In this episode, I break down how your metabolism shifts during pregnancy and postpartum, why traditional calorie-cutting diets don’t work while breastfeeding, and how to safely pursue fat loss through reverse dieting and macro tracking. If you’re stuck in a fat loss plateau and want real, lasting results — without sacrificing your supply — tune in for science-backed strategy and gentle encouragement. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram...
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Why Optavia Doesn’t Work for Long-Term Fat Loss (And What to Do Instead)
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Tried Optavia and gained the weight back? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why programs like Optavia feel effective short term for weight loss, but fail long term — especially when it comes to metabolism health, food freedom, and sustainable fat loss. We’ll dig into how these extreme diets impact your body, why the weight always seems to come back, and what to do instead (hint: it includes eating your favorite foods daily…completely guilt free). If you’ve ever felt stuck in the yo-yo cycle, this episode will be your aha moment. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching,...
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What to Eat in the Next 30 Days to Actually Lose Fat
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
Tired of Instagram telling you exactly what to eat to lose weight? OR telling you what to eat in 30 days, only to leave you gaining all the weight back, feeling confused, and wondering waht do do next? In this episode, I’m busting the myth that food quality alone leads to fat loss — and teaching you what actually matters if you want real, sustainable results. We’ll talk metabolism health, tracking macros, healing your hormones, and how to follow an 80/20 approach that includes both nutrient-dense food and wine, chocolate, or fries without guilt. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, &...
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PCOS and Fat Loss: How to Heal Your Metabolism and Actually See Results
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right with your food and workouts, but your body still won’t budge… this episode is for you. I’m breaking down how PCOS impacts your metabolism, what makes fat loss harder for women with PCOS, and the strategic steps you need (like reverse dieting, tracking macros, and strength training) to heal your metabolism and finally get results that stick. Let’s shift from frustration to science-backed empowerment and sustainable results!! 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): 💻 Join my email list: ⭐...
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Why the Carnivore Diet Causes Weight Regain (And What to Do Instead)
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
If you’ve ever tried the Carnivore Diet (or thought about it because the internet made it look like magic for fat loss 🥩✨)… this episode is for you. I’m walking you through why eating nothing but meat leads to short-term weight loss — and long-term fat regain and metabolic damage. You’ll learn how the Carnivore Diet impacts metabolism health, fat loss, digestion, and hormones, and why tracking macros and reverse dieting is a better, science-backed approach to sustainable weight loss and food freedom. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): ...
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Why Trendy Diets Don’t Work: How to Lose Weight Without Wrecking Your Metabolism
Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt
If you’ve ever tried keto, intermittent fasting, low-fat, or meal replacement diets and felt stuck in the cycle of losing weight only to regain it all — this episode is for you. Caitlen unpacks the truth behind quick-fix diets, how they slow your metabolism, and what it actually takes to achieve sustainable fat loss without giving up carbs, fat, or food freedom. Expect eye-opening insights on metabolism health, reverse dieting, and tracking macros the right way. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): 💻 Join my email list: ⭐ Submit a 5 Star Rate +...
info_outlineIf you’ve ever wondered why you gain weight when increasing your calories—or feel like your body just doesn't get it—this episode is a must-listen. I’m breaking down the real difference between a reverse diet and a calorie surplus (spoiler: it’s all in the strategy 👏🏻), plus how to support your metabolism, avoid unnecessary fat gain, and finally lose weight sustainably. Whether you’re stuck in a plateau, scared of eating more, or just want to heal your metabolism—this one’s for you!
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