140 | Fact or Fiction? How to Tell If Fat Loss Advice Is Worth Your Time

Feeling lost in the sea of conflicting fitness and nutrition advice? One day carbs are the enemy, the next day they become the food you can't live without. Some say you need six meals a day, others promote fasting. So how do you separate fact from fiction and find a sustainable approach that actually works for you? In this episode, we tackle one of the most frustrating challenges in the health and fitness space: deciphering what’s legit advice from what’s just noise. Get ready for clear, no-nonsense advice that will help you filter through the confusion and make informed decisions about your health. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The three essential filters to apply when evaluating fitness and nutrition advice. How to determine whether a diet or fitness trend aligns with your personal goals and lifestyle. The red flags that signal a piece of advice may not be in your best interest. Key Takeaways: Trust Your Intuition – Before jumping on any fitness trend, ask yourself: Does this approach align with my lifestyle? Can I see myself sticking with it long-term? If it feels like a constant uphill battle, it’s likely not for you. If It Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Probably Is – Any advice that promises extreme results with little effort is likely a marketing gimmick. Real progress takes real consistency and effort. Beware of Supplement & Medication Pushing – While supplements and medications have their place, they should never be the first (or only) solution presented. The fundamentals—nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management—must come first. When it comes to fitness and nutrition, not all advice is created equal. By applying these three filters, you can cut through the noise and focus on what truly works for you. If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend who’s also trying to navigate the confusing world of health advice. And if you have a question you’d like answered in a future episode, head over to https://hamiltonfit.com/ask to submit your question. Submit a question for Q&A Tuesday: https://hamiltonfit.com/ask Connect with Bryce: Email Bryce: resources@hamiltonfit.com | Follow Bryce on IG

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Struggling to lose weight and keep it off—without sacrificing your favorite foods or spending hours in the gym? Feeling stuck, despite trying different workouts and diets? Frustrated that no matter how much cardio you do, the stubborn fat won’t budge? Welcome to Fat Loss Simplified—the podcast that cuts through the noise and gives you clear, sustainable strategies to burn fat, build muscle, and tone your body—without restrictive diets or time-consuming workouts. I’m Bryce Hamilton, certified fitness and nutrition coach, and I help busy women like you lose fat, gain strength, and create a body you feel confident in. For years, I thought the key to fat loss was following strict meal plans, cutting carbs, or pushing through exhausting workouts. But none of it was sustainable (which always lead to regaining the weight I had just lost). Once I found a smarter, balanced approach—focusing on strength training, metabolism-friendly nutrition, and practical habits—everything changed. Now, I’m here to help you do the same. Each episode, you’ll get simple, actionable advice on: - Strength training for women—how to lift weights for fat loss and muscle tone - The truth about metabolism and how to make it work for you - Meal prepping and macro-friendly eating that fits your lifestyle - How to lose weight fast—without gaining it back - Breaking through plateaus and getting lasting results No gimmicks. No nonsense. Just real, practical strategies to help you look and feel your best while still enjoying life. So, grab your favorite snack (yes, you can keep it in your plan), hit play, and let’s take your strength, confidence, and fat loss to the next level—one meal and one workout at a time.