255. Why Your Dream Body Probably Weighs More Than You Think

What if the body you're working sooo hard to build actually weighs MORE than the number you've been chasing? 

For years, women have been taught that smaller equals better. Eat as little as possible, weigh less, fit into smaller jeans, etc. - the list goes on.

But…if your goal is to look strong, muscular, healthy, and confident, constantly trying to shrink yourself might be the exact thing keeping you from getting there!

In this episode, we're talking about why eating more and watching the scale go up can feel like such a mind f*ck (even when you're gaining muscle, getting stronger, and feeling better). 

Your healthiest body may not be your lightest body, and your strongest body *might* weigh more than you think it should.

Remember - the goal isn't to become the smallest version of yourself. It’s to become the strongest version of yourself, so let’s f*cking do it!!

Episode Recap:

• Why your dream body might actually weigh more than your goal weight
• Where your goal weight came from + whether it still makes sense for your body & life NOW
• Moving from “how little can I eat” to “what does my body need to feel good, train hard, and build muscle?”
• Why eating more can feel uncomfortable after years of diet culture & restriction
• Why body recomposition requires fuel
• Why the scale going up doesn't automatically mean you've gained fat.
• How eating enough can support every part of your life
• Measuring progress by your strength, energy, confidence, performance, and consistency
• Shifting from becoming the smallest version of yourself to the strongest version 

Links/Resources mentioned:

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• Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gym
• Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast
• Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your Fitness
• Click HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!

More about the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast:

If you've tried all the fad diets and are sick and tired of not achieving your health and fitness goals long-term, you've come to the right place! Welcome to the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast with me, Kristy Castillo. I'm here to help you break the annoying diet cycle, gain confidence, and reach your health and fitness goals. 

This podcast will show you how to be proud of the body you have, build the body you want, and enjoy the process along the way. I'll cover topics like how to get the most from your workouts, the importance of feeding your body what it needs, and key mindset shifts that will empower you. I've broken through the BS surrounding diet culture and built my dream body, all while being a busy wife, Mom and business owner, and I know you can too!

Connect with me on Instagram at @kristycastillofit

Learn more about working together by visiting my website: https://www.kristycastillo.com/