<p dir="ltr"> Women, You Will Never Lose Belly Fat Unless You Do These 5 Things</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The causes of visceral belly fat. (1:10)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#1 - Hormone imbalances (insulin resistance and estrogen/progesterone imbalance). (3:15)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#2 - Excessive stress (high cortisol). (4:59)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#3 - Loss of muscle. (10:02)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#4 - Under eating/overtraining. (13:23)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#5 - Metabolic adaptation. (15:20)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The fix.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#1 - Lift weights (not cardio). (18:29)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#2 - Eat to BUILD. (24:25)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#3 - Have a spiritual practice for stress. (28:02)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#4 - Get good sleep. (34:39)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#5 - Check hormones (maybe HRT). (38:56)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Listener Questions:</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#1 - How long should I reverse diet before returning to a calorie deficit for fat loss? (41:41)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#2 - How can I tell if I am overtraining, and what are the signs to watch for? (45:45)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#3 - What’s the difference between muscle loss and fat loss and how do I ensure I’m losing fat, not muscle? (47:08)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#4 - How does sleep impact fat loss, and what practical steps can I take to improve my sleep quality? (49:26)</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Related Links/Products Mentioned</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Visit <a href="http://eightsleep.com/mindpump">Eight Sleep</a> for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently ship to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia **</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">October Promotion: <a href="http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/">MAPS Muscle Mommy</a> 50% off! ** Code OCTOBER50 at checkout **</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/exercise-and-fitness/age-and-muscle-loss"> Age and muscle loss - Harvard Health</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/2187-why-building-muscle-is-more-important-than-losing-fat-with-dr-gabrielle-lyon/"> Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/1647-ten-female-fitness-lies/">Mind Pump #1647: Ten Female Fitness Lies</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/2372-five-steps-to-a-faster-metabolism/"> Mind Pump #2372: Five Steps to a Faster Metabolism</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/1547-the-hidden-benefits-of-lifting-weights/"> Mind Pump #1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/1142-nine-signs-you-are-overtraining/"> Mind Pump #1142: Nine Signs You are Overtraining</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/1345-6-ways-to-optimize-sleep-for-faster-muscle-gain-and-fat-loss/"> Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways to Optimize Sleep for Faster Muscle Gain and Fat Loss</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA">Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="http://www.mindpumpfree.com/">Mind Pump Free Resources</a></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p>