Macros vs. Intuitive Eating with the Godfather of Flexible Dieting, Dr. Joe Klemczewski | Ep 211

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Should you count every macro or just eat what feels right? Is there a way to enjoy your favorite foods without sabotaging your goals?
Philip (@witsandweights) teams up with Dr. Joe Klemczewski, the godfather of flexible dieting, to shatter diet myths and reveal the truth about what really works. Whether you're an experienced macro tracker or just beginning your nutrition journey, you'll discover how to balance structure and freedom in your diet to enjoy food while aligning with your physique goals. Tune in to get the clarity you need to personalize your nutrition strategy.
Dr. Joe Klemczewski, a pioneer in flexible dieting and founder of The Diet Doc, joins the show to discuss everything from macro tracking to intuitive eating. With a Ph.D. in nutrition and a background in bodybuilding, Joe shares his insights on how to approach nutrition in a way that suits your lifestyle and goals. Learn about the importance of structure in dieting, why freedom is the ultimate goal, and how to avoid common pitfalls that can derail your progress.
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Today, you’ll learn all about:
2:12 Evolution of flexible vs. rigid dieting research
10:51 Precision vs. perfection: Using data to improve, not stress
14:11 The journey to intuitive eating and reframing failure
20:10 Macro targets vs. ranges or minimums
26:39 Maintaining a healthy food relationship while tracking
35:17 Personalizing nonlinear dieting approaches
40:32 Strategies for hard gainers for maximizing muscle gain
43:27 The role of carbs in muscle building and performance
46:13 Macro trade-offs during low-calorie phases
53:06 Metabolic adaptation during weight loss
58:52 Where to find Joe
59:12 Outro
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• Website: thedietdoc.com
• Instagram: @thedietdoclife
• Facebook: @thedietdoc
• YouTube: @thedietdocweightloss

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Chapters

1. Macros vs. Intuitive Eating with the Godfather of Flexible Dieting, Dr. Joe Klemczewski | Ep 211 (00:00:00)

2. Finding Nutrition Freedom With Flexible Dieting (00:00:01)

3. Journey to Food Freedom (00:10:18)

4. Nutrition Coaching and Client Confidence (00:17:54)

5. Navigating Nutrition Coaching Relationships (00:27:47)

6. Optimizing Muscle Gain Through Nutrition (00:38:59)

7. Metabolic Adaptation and Muscle Gain (00:53:10)

8. Communication and Compliments in Science (00:57:43)