When You Have Opposing Goals: Why You Can’t Lose Weight, Get Strong, and Train for a Marathon All at the Same Time

Ever tried to gain muscle, lose weight, and train for a marathon at the same time? Spoiler alert: It's tricky! In this episode, I dive into the topic of competing goals. I use the example of Carrie, who wants to lose weight, get stronger, and train for a marathon. I explain that trying to achieve all these goals simultaneously can actually have negative impacts on our bodies and overall well-being. Instead, I share how to prioritize your goals and tackle them one at a time. Join me to learn more about: (3:30) The dilemma of trying to accomplish multiple health, body composition, and athletic performance goals simultaneously (4:45) Why eating in a calorie deficit is not the best choice for someone who wants to gain muscle (10:30) How eating in a calorie deficit may actually hinder your endurance training (17:00) Steps to align your actions with your most important goals (24:45) Actions you can take right now if you have competing goals Remember, it's crucial to listen to your body's signals and make sustainable changes. By aligning your goals and taking a strategic approach, you can achieve long-term success in your health and fitness journey. So, let's prioritize, set realistic goals, and make sustainable changes together! Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to get more advice for reaching your health goals with a macros approach. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to see you share what you took away from it by taking a screenshot of the episode and tagging me on Instagram! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what you want to learn about next! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: DIY Macros Guide - Follow this free guide to set your own macros so you can start eating to your needs ASAP! Macros Made Easy - Get on the waitlist to learn when we enroll next and qualify for exclusive bonuses. This is a professional led, self-paced online course that teaches you how to track macros—the stress-free way. Learn how to eat for your unique needs so you can be in the driver’s seat of how you look, feel and perform without relying on a restrictive diet plan ever again. Eat to Lean Coaching - If you’ve mastered the basics of macros, but there's still room for more clarity and personalization for your particular goals, join us in Eat to Lean Coaching! ​In this group coaching program you’ll learn nutrition, exercise and mindset changes alongside other women who are in your exact shoes. Custom Macro Calculation - No more second guessing those macro numbers or being confused by online calculators. Get personalized macro targets that you can trust. We’ll create your protein, fat, and carbohydrate targets, calorie goals, and give you bigger picture health recommendations for real results. To learn more, click the link or hop over to Instagram and DM me the abbreviation "CMC"! CONNECT WITH EMILY FIELD RD: Website Facebook Instagram