The Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast

249. The Deficit Isn't the Finish Line: Maintenance, Building & Why You Can't Diet Forever

July 7, 2026·40 min
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If you've ever thought your goal was to stay in a calorie deficit for as long as possible, this episode is for you. In the last episode, we talked about calorie deficits: what they are, how they work, and why they're necessary for fat loss. But what most people never learn is what comes after the deficit. The truth is, a calorie deficit is just one phase of your fitness journey…not your forever plan. In this episode, we're talking about why maintenance calories are a great tool for long...

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