172. Stop Chasing the Burn: What *Really* Impacts Your Calorie Burn + What to Focus on Instead

Today’s episode was inspired by a super juicy question I got on Instagram (shoutout to Julie)! The question I knew I had to dive into here was: “Why do some people burn more calories than others?”

Our society definitely has an obsession with calorie burn AND fitness trackers. I don’t care if it’s your Apple Watch, Fitbit, or even my beloved Oura ring - NONE of them are giving you a perfect read on your calorie burn!

Your calorie burn is influenced by a variety of factors personal to YOU - muscle mass, metabolism, and stress & hormone levels are just a few. 

Continuously chasing calorie can actually work against you - especially if you have a goal of building muscle! 

So…if you’re in your muscle-building era (which I would LOVE to hear if you are), don’t sabotage it by trying to burn as many calories as possible. 

This episode is your permission slip to break free from the calorie-burn trap and chase goals that actually support YOUR body and life - I know you can do it!!

Episode Recap:

• Realizing that your tracking device for calorie burn is NOT 100% accurate
• Why your calorie burn is personal + influenced by multiple factors
• Why chasing calorie burn isn’t an effective strategy for you
• Choosing workouts you truly enjoy + can stay consistent with
• Why working harder doesn’t always equal working smarter
• Avoiding long-term calorie deficits

Links/Resources Mentioned:

• Grab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep Blueprint
• Listen to the Girls with Opinions Podcast
• Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gym
• PRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)
• Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!
• 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/