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Many women who start a wellness journey have a goal of “fat loss,” and they assume that the best approach is to exercise more and eat less fat — a formula that seems logical and intuitive. In reality, the process is much more complex, and it also depends heavily on individual differences and needs.
“Eliminating fat from your diet and exercising too much will likely work against your goals,” explains Mahri Relin, NASM-certified personal trainer and founder and creator of Body Conceptions. “And a bigger question arises: Unless you absolutely need to reduce fat for a specific reason, is there a different way to look at exercise than simply aiming to reduce fat? Could we focus instead on what our bodies and minds really want and develop a lifestyle of fitness and healthy eating that naturally…
