🤫 The 3 Biggest Fat Loss Myths Holding Men Back

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The 3 Biggest Fat Loss Myths Holding Men Back

Fat loss isn’t complicated—but the internet has made it confusing.

Let’s clear up the top myths that waste your time and energy:

1. “You need tons of cardio to lose fat.”

   ➤ False. Strength training + steps + smart eating will get you leaner, faster—with less muscle loss.

2. “You can target belly fat with ab exercises.”

   ➤ You can’t spot-reduce fat. Fat comes off where it wants, and abs come from the kitchen, not crunches.

3. “You have to cut carbs to get lean.”

   ➤ Carbs fuel workouts and recovery. You can eat rice, potatoes, oats, and still lose fat—as long as you’re in a calorie deficit.

Burn the myths. Stick with the basics. Get results.

Did You Know?: The Morning Habit That Improves Energy, Digestion, and Fat-Burning

Drinking 16–20 oz of water with sea salt and lemon first thing in the morning can supercharge your day.

Here’s why it works:

• Rehydrates your body after 7–8 hours of sleep

• Electrolytes (from salt) support adrenal health and reduce fatigue

• Lemon juice stimulates digestion and metabolism

• Helps curb early cravings and promotes fat-burning

Start your day with hydration before caffeine and feel the difference.

Question from Our Readers:

"What’s the best way to measure progress without relying on the scale?"

– Leo, 53, from St. Paul, MN

The scale is one tool—but it doesn’t show fat loss, muscle gain, or body composition changes. Here’s what to use instead:

• Progress photos (weekly): Front, side, back. Lighting and angles matter.

• Tape measurements: Waist, chest, arms. Changes here often happen before the scale moves.

• Strength increases: If your lifts are going up, you're building muscle (even if your weight isn’t changing).

• Clothes fit: Feeling leaner, tighter, or looser in the waist? That’s progress.

Measure what matters—not just what’s easy.

Fit Trivia: What actor and martial artist became shredded for John Wick by training jiu-jitsu and gun drills in his 50s?

Answer: Keanu Reeves. In his 50s, Reeves trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, and tactical shooting for the John Wick series—proving that discipline and hard work don’t have an age limit. 

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Publisher: Ryan Engel

Editor: Michael Pender

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