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172: Why Increasing Calories Too Fast Can Backfire in a Reverse Diet (And What to Do Instead)

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

Release Date: 05/07/2025

PCOS and Fat Loss: How to Heal Your Metabolism and Actually See Results show art 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) show art 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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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 +...

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Why MyFitnessPal Macros Are Inaccurate (And Can Lead to Weight Regain) show art Why MyFitnessPal Macros Are Inaccurate (And Can Lead to Weight Regain)

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

In this episode, I’m breaking down why MyFitnessPal’s macro recommendations are setting you up for weight regain, not sustainable fat loss. You’ll learn how this seemingly helpful app leads to metabolic adaptation (aka a slow metabolism), why its one-size-fits-all numbers don't work for your lifestyle, and how to approach macro tracking in a way that actually supports your metabolism, energy, and long-term weight loss. If you’ve been stuck in the restrict-regain cycle (despite “doing everything right”), this one’s for you. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies:...

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173: Reverse Dieting vs. Calorie Surplus: What’s the Difference (And Why One Doesn’t Lead to Weight Gain) show art 173: Reverse Dieting vs. Calorie Surplus: What’s the Difference (And Why One Doesn’t Lead to Weight Gain)

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

In this episode, I’m diving into one of the biggest fat loss mistakes I see: jumping into a calorie deficit when your metabolism isn’t ready. If you’ve been under-eating, stuck at 1,200–1,800 calories, or seeing weight regain even when you try to “eat better,” your body might need a reverse diet — not another cut. I’ll walk you through how metabolism health impacts long-term weight loss, why reverse dieting doesn’t equal weight gain, and how to know if your body is actually ready to lose fat. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies:  📲 Instagram (DM...

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172: Why Increasing Calories Too Fast Can Backfire in a Reverse Diet (And What to Do Instead) show art 172: Why Increasing Calories Too Fast Can Backfire in a Reverse Diet (And What to Do Instead)

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

Think reverse dieting is just about eating more food? Not so fast, my gal! In this episode, I’m walking you through why increasing calories too quickly can cause weight regain (without actually helping your metabolism), and how to reverse diet the right way. If you’re stuck in a fat loss plateau, eating low calories with no results, or unsure where to begin, this is your roadmap to sustainable weight loss, improved metabolism health, and confident macro tracking. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me):  💻 Join my email list:  ⭐ Submit a 5...

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171: Postpartum Weight Loss Plateau? Why You Might Need a Reverse Diet show art 171: Postpartum Weight Loss Plateau? Why You Might Need a Reverse Diet

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

Feeling stuck after baby with no fat loss in sight—even while eating clean and working out? This episode dives deep into how pregnancy, stress, and years of under-eating can slow your metabolism, leading to weight loss plateaus and frustrating rebounds. You’ll learn how reverse dieting can restore your metabolism health, support sustainable fat loss, and help you feel strong, energized, and confident again—without extreme tracking or restriction. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me):  💻 Join my email list:  ⭐ Submit a 5 Star Rate +...

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170: Menopause & Metabolism: Why Reverse Dieting Is the Missing Piece to Fat Loss show art 170: Menopause & Metabolism: Why Reverse Dieting Is the Missing Piece to Fat Loss

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If fat loss feels harder than ever during perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause—you’re not crazy, gal. Hormonal changes can tank your metabolism, leading to weight gain, fatigue, and frustrating plateaus. In this episode, I break down exactly how reverse dieting can restore metabolism health, support sustainable weight loss, and help you feel energized and in control again—even after “every diet under the sun” has failed you. 🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me):  💻 Join my email list:  ⭐ Submit a 5 Star Rate + Review for a...

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169: The Truth About Fat Loss Timelines After Healing Your Metabolism show art 169: The Truth About Fat Loss Timelines After Healing Your Metabolism

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

Are you stuck in a fat loss plateau and wondering how long it’ll take to actually lose fat after a reverse diet? In this episode, I’m diving deep into why you can’t rush fat loss when your metabolism needs healing, what happens when you under-eat for too long, and how to know when your body is finally ready to burn fat again. If you’ve been tracking macros, trying “every diet under the sun,” and still not seeing results—this one’s for you.   🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me):  💻 Join my email list:  ⭐ Submit a 5 Star...

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168: How is a Reverse Diet Different Than a Calorie Surplus show art 168: How is a Reverse Diet Different Than a Calorie Surplus

Macros and Metabolism Beautiful Peach Podcast with Caitlen Schmidt

If 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!   🍑 Caitlen's Coaching, Courses, & Freebies: 📲 Instagram (DM me): ...

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Think reverse dieting is just about eating more food? Not so fast, my gal! In this episode, I’m walking you through why increasing calories too quickly can cause weight regain (without actually helping your metabolism), and how to reverse diet the right way. If you’re stuck in a fat loss plateau, eating low calories with no results, or unsure where to begin, this is your roadmap to sustainable weight loss, improved metabolism health, and confident macro tracking.

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