Listener Q&A: Your Biggest Questions on Fitness, Fat Loss, and Motivation
In this episode, we dive into your listener questions and cover a wide range of topics around fitness, nutrition, and mindset. From cheat meals and metabolic myths to when you should start lifting heavy, we give you straightforward answers you can actually use. We also tackle the confusion around cutting phases, progressive overload at home, and how to stay motivated when life gets in the way. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your training, this episode is packed with practical guidance to help you make consistent progress.We talk about:-Cheat meals and guilty pleasures-Kettlebells versus dumbbells-Meal timing, metabolism, and body fat distribution-How to approach weight loss, maintenance, and building muscle-Breaking free from analysis paralysis-When to start lifting heavy and how to train in different phases-The truth about working out fasted-Staying motivated and consistent-Handling setbacks like getting sickTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction1:29 cheat meals & guilty pleasures10:44 kettlebell versus dumbbell15:17 weight loss versus maintenance versus building muscle28:45 body fat distribution32:58 meal timing and metabolism38:30 metabolic rate44:35 getting past analysis paralysis 51:32 fear of no excuses54:16 how to do a cut57:46 strength training in different phases61:54 when to start lifting heavy70:55 working out fasted77:10 finding motivation to exercise84:30 progressive overloading at home90:31 set point theory99:33 HRT and its uses112:07 how to handle getting sickCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Strength Training 101 How to Start, Progress, and See Results
In this episode, we break down why strength training is the most important form of exercise you can do and how to get started the right way. From understanding progressive overload to learning how to gauge effort and exertion, we cover the fundamentals that help you build strength, prevent injury, and actually see results.We also dig into common misconceptions like being “toned,” muscle confusion, and overexercising, while emphasizing the importance of proper form, muscle activation, and knowing where to focus your energy in the gym.We talk about:-Why strength training is the most effective exercise for long-term health and results-How to get started as a beginner-What progressive overload is and how to apply it-The difference between effort, exertion, and RPE-Common misconceptions like “toning” and muscle confusion-The risks of overexercising and under-recovering-Proper form and muscle activation for better results-How to prioritize muscle groups and structure your trainingTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction1:58 why strength training is the most important exercise you can do7:25 where to start as a beginner13:44 progressive overload explained22:30 RPE explained27:18 you don’t know what you don’t know30:31 rep ranges41:44 prioritizing muscle groupsCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Calories In, Calories Out Cutting Through the Myths
In this episode, we break down the second law of thermodynamics and why it is the fundamental principle behind weight loss. No matter what you hear about hormones, insulin, or cortisol, it all comes back to energy in versus energy out. We cut through the noise of social media myths and marketing tactics to explain what really drives results and how to approach your health with clarity and confidence.We talk about:-How stored energy works-The truth about “starvation mode”-Predatory marketing in the fitness industry-Fiber, net carbs, and nutrient deficiencies-Why you need support, not saving, on your health journeyTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction2:48 addressing the myths9:02 speaking from authority12:08 calories in, calories out23:30 explaining cortisol and thyroid28:46 the truth about insulin34:07 menopause and hormones41:00 knowing your “numbers”49:25 making a decisionCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Strategy Session: Building a Plan That Works for Real Life
In this episode, you’ll listen in on a real strategy call with a teacher and busy mom of three who’s ready to reach her health and weight loss goals. Whether you’re juggling a demanding job, a packed family schedule, or both, you’ll take away practical guidance you can apply to your own life. We talk through building better habits, starting with manageable steps, and finding consistency that’s good enough to create results—without striving for perfection.We talk about:-How to apply personalized advice to your routine-Finding a meal prep strategy that actually fits your life-Why small, consistent steps matter more than going all in-The power of “good enough” consistency over perfectionTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction4:34 figuring out the next level5:41 working around a teachers schedule12:41 knowing your baseline16:30 working on one change at a timeCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Weighted Vests, Fasting Hype, and the Real Story on Insulin Resistance
In this episode, we break down two of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness and nutrition world right now: weighted vests and insulin. We unpack the hype around weighted vests, exploring what the research actually says and where people may be putting themselves at risk. Then we shift into one of the most fear-mongered topics in health—insulin—and clarify what it is, how it works, and why it's not your enemy.Whether you're deep in the wellness world or just trying to make sense of all the noise, this episode will give you practical, science-based insights you can actually use.We talk about:-What people get wrong about weighted vests-The real risks and benefits backed by science-Common insulin myths and why fear-based advice spreads-How keto and fasting affect insulin and metabolism-Why "good food vs. bad food" thinking holds you back-The danger of overcomplicating nutrition-Building restraint and making realistic progressTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction4:13 looking for the easy solution8:40 the gap between the goal and your actions13:10 injuries with weighted vests16:06 fear mongering insulin21:00 lack of knowledge surrounding nutrition24:50 benefits of fasting30:29 fasting as an excuse36:03 cell autophagy explained38:07 fasting for longevity40:55 food labels46:05 all or nothing mentalityCONNECT WITH KAIT:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listFree FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfPCONNECT WITH MAVERICK:IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coachingAsk anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the Maverick Willett Podcast. Whether you’re over the age of 35 and things aren’t working the same way they used to, you’re confused by the bombardment of conflicting information, you’re struggling with how to balance health and happiness as a parent, or simply just don’t know where to start with getting body results, my sole mission is to help break things down in the simplest, most repeatable way possible, while also being your voice of reason in a very confusing, contradictory landscape when it comes to nutrition and fat loss. Listen, I don’t care what you weigh or look like in 90 days. I’m interested in helping you look and feel amazing at 90. Spoiler alert, alot of it is going on between your ears. So come on in, hope you’re ok with a little cursing and you’re not easily offended, I’m going to deliver everything I know about weight loss, parenting, personal development, relationships, loving self and living the fullest life possible, uncensored and no filter. I’ll see you inside.https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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