I opened up my food tracker for the first time this past week.. let's talk about why. Along with some updates on my fat loss phase, what my plan is moving forward and some thoughts around common arguments people might make against calorie tracking.

I'll do one more fat loss update at the end of this month as I wrap things up!

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Go check out my previous podcast (Episode 23: Making informed decisions) for a deeper dive into this topic.

Just wanted to talk about how that's applied to my life recently + what sacrifices I've had to make to get/stay at a lower body fat percentage.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

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Talking about something you've heard me discuss before on here + reinforcing the importance of getting routine bloodwork done. Topics discussed:

• What routine bloodwork actually tells us (and what it doesn’t)
• CRP and what inflammation markers can indicate
• Lipid panel breakdown (HDL, LDL, triglycerides) + where ApoB fits in for cardiovascular risk
• Vitamin D and its roles beyond bone health
• Vitamin B12: why it matters and key considerations for plant-based eaters
• TSH and a discussion around thyroid function and additional labs to check
• Hemoglobin A1c and long-term blood sugar control
• Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) + CBC
• Testosterone (total, free, SHBG) and why looking at all three gives better context
• Nutrition + lifestyle considerations for each

+ so much more in-between. It's a longer episode but I know you'll be able to take a few things away from this one.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

Fill out a 1:1 coaching application HERE

TIA for listening!!