In this edition: Why “Muscle Confusion” is a Myth (And What To Do Instead) Eat to Support Your Hormones (Not Wreck Them) The 1% Rule That Builds Real Strength Research Breakdown: The Real Fat-Burning Zone Client Win of the Week: Greg’s Metabolic Momentum The Muscle Confusion Lie “I like to keep my body guessing…” We’ve all heard this one. But here’s the truth: constantly switching workouts kills your gains. Muscle confusion? It’s a fitness myth—sold to keep people entertained in group classes...

I was flying to Nashville yesterday and struck up a chat with the guy sitting next to me. After telling him what I do, he said… “The only way I can lose weight is if I start running and cut carbs… I know it’s not ideal, but it’s what worked before.” I hear this all the time. But let me ask you this: If that diet really worked… why do you keep going back to it? Because here’s the truth: If a diet truly works, it’s sustainable. It helps you lose weight and maintain it. Most people do this...

Hey Reader, Have you heard of nutritional periodization? If not, read to the end of this email.First, the elephant in the room. High fat diets are overrated. You don’t need more than 20-25% of your daily calories from fat. That’s enough to support hormones and absorb fat-soluble vitamins — even less so if you’re on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), where your hormonal baseline is already supported. But here’s the kicker… More fat doesn’t = more performance. In fact, going high-fat usually...