<p><strong>DESCRIPTION</strong></p><p>In this episode, I break down the real question most people over 40 should be asking this time of year: Should you actually be dieting right now? I cover the impact of holidays, stress, sleep, hormones, pain, and long-term goals on your ability to lose fat—plus why chronic dieting often backfires. You’ll learn when dieting makes sense, when it works against you, and how to use periodized fat loss to protect your muscle, metabolism, and sanity. If you want to stop the overwhelm and choose the approach that fits your season of life, this episode will give you the clarity you need.</p><p></p><p><strong>FIT40 LINKS</strong></p><p>✅ Feeling stiff, achy, or low on energy?</p><p>👉 Try the FREE Core 4 Mobility & Metabolism Reset — just 4 minutes a day to move better and feel amazing: <a target="_blank" href="https://fit40coaching.com/core4reset">https://fit40coaching.com/core4reset</a></p><p>✅ Want a clear plan and someone to keep you on track?</p><p>👉 Let’s talk about your goals and what you need in a <strong>Free Coaching Consultation</strong>: <a target="_blank" href="https://fit40coaching.com/coachingconsultation">https://fit40coaching.com/coachingconsultation</a></p><p></p><p><strong>AFFILIATE LINKS:</strong></p><p>Try Tonal for 30 Days Risk Free: <a target="_blank" href="https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40">https://tonal.sjv.io/FIT40</a></p><p>Get 10% Off The Genius Protein Shot: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8e">https://www.geniusshot.com/?ref=BRYAN_FIT40&transaction_id=10214dd14c839e450a4423af7b1f8e</a></p><p></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE</strong></p><p>Facebook: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons">https://www.facebook.com/bryan.fitzsimmons</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0">https://www.instagram.com/coach_fitzz/</a></p><p>Tiktok: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc">https://www.tiktok.com/@coach_fitzz?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc</a></p><p>Youtube: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40">https://www.youtube.com/@bryan_fit40</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">bryanfitzsimmon.substack.com</a>
