Ep. 7 - Nutrition Periodization Explained: Fat Loss, Maintenance & Beyond

13/09/2025 56 min

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What is nutrition periodization? In this episode, we explore what it means and what it could look like in your own life. We break down the concepts of maintenance phases and fat loss phases, then dig deeper into the nuances of each.Carmie and Dal share their personal experiences navigating these different seasons of life. They talk about the lessons they’ve learned, the challenges they faced, and how they adjusted depending on their circumstances. Because here’s the truth: you are not meant to be in a fat loss phase indefinitely. Instead, we discuss how to move in and out of different phases based on what’s happening in your body, lifestyle, and priorities.As moms, they open up about what these phases looked like not only for themselves but also for their families. This episode also touches on other important terms you’ve likely heard in the fitness community—like plateaus, reverse dieting, and the unique challenges that come with balancing nutrition, fitness, and everyday life.Everyone’s journey is unique. That’s why this episode emphasizes the importance of finding a rhythm that works for you and learning how to navigate within the parameters of your own life, season by season.Connect with Carmie on IG @carmhawk_getsfitConnect with Dal on IG @nutritioncoachingbydal