Understanding Women's Fat Loss: Hormones, Metabolism, and Nutrition Mistakes

<p>Today, Lou gets stuck into your real-life fitness questions – from staying on track at the weekend to handling emotional eating and why fat loss can be trickier for women than men.</p>

<p>Lou shares simple, doable strategies like calorie banking, planning your meals ahead, and treating yourself in small ways during the week so you’re not tempted to overdo it later. She also chats about her own CrossFit workouts, fitting training around school holidays, and why strength training is a total game-changer for women.</p>

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<p><strong>KEY TAKEAWAYS</strong></p>

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<strong>Avoid Over-Restriction</strong>: Restricting calories too much during the week can lead to binge eating on weekends. Incorporating small treats throughout the week can help prevent feelings of deprivation and reduce the likelihood of bingeing.</li>

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<strong>Plan Social Meals</strong>: Planning meals in advance, especially when dining out, can help maintain dietary goals. Knowing what to order ahead of time reduces decision fatigue and helps stick to healthier choices.</li>

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