10 Fat Loss Myths the Fitness Industry Keeps Selling (Isaiah Mitchell) | Ep 313

Get the other part of this conversation on Isaiah’s podcast “Fat Loss Forever” to hear Philip expose 10 more myths! -- Think fasting fixes everything? That carbs are the enemy? Or that intuitive eating is where everyone should start? You’re not alone. You're being misled by an industry built on half-truths. Today, Isaiah Mitchell, the owner of Relentless Pursuit Coaching and host of the " Fat Loss Forever" podcast , dismantles 10 of the most persistent fat loss myths keeping you stuck. From the fasting hype and cardio obsession to hormone blame and the lie that clean eating must be perfect, he brings the science and the nuance to help you stop spinning your wheels. Catch the companion episode of this two-part special collaboration on Isaiah’s podcast where Philip breaks down 10 other myths, including metabolism, fasted cardio, and fat loss over 40. Main Takeaways: Intermittent fasting isn't magic, it only works if it helps you eat fewer calories Intuitive eating is a skill you earn, not how you start Cardio alone won't get you lean, strength training builds the body you want Carbs, sugar, and seed oils aren't the enemy, context and calories are king Your dream body won't fix your life, mindset and habits matter most Timestamps: 03:02 – Myth 1: Intermittent fasting is a magic fat loss method 11:25 – Myth 2: Intuitive eating is the best place to start 15:47 – Myth 3: Cardio is the key to fat loss 22:45 – Myth 4: Carbs make you gain fat 31:40 – Myth 5: Lifting makes women bulky 35:15 – Myth 6: You must eat clean 100% of the time 41:10 – Myth 7 and 8: Sugar and seed oils are toxic 51:01 – Myth 9: Hormones are the reason you're not losing fat 54:33 – Myth 10: Your dream body will solve everything 1:00:01 – Outro Get the other part of this conversation on Isaiah’s podcast “Fat Loss Forever” to hear Philip expose 10 more myths! Support the show 📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork. 🎓 Try Physique University - Evidence-based nutrition coaching and strength training to help you lose fat, build muscle, and master your metabolism with support and accountability (free custom nutrition plan with code FREEPLAN ). 👥 Join our Facebook community - Free fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition strategies for adults over 40 who want practical, science-backed fitness guidance. 👋 Ask a question or find Philip Pape on Instagram