Are you struggling to reach your body composition goals? Spending hours on cardio, skipping meals, or avoiding weights because you're afraid of getting "bulky"? You're not alone—but these common myths and mistakes might be holding you back.

In this episode, we dive into the truth about fat loss, muscle building, and achieving a strong, lean physique. Whether you're a beginner overwhelmed by conflicting advice or someone frustrated by slow progress, this episode is packed with actionable tips to set you on the right path.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🎯 Why lifting weights doesn’t make women bulky (and what it really does).

🎯 The truth about spot-reducing fat (hint: you can’t!).

🎯 Why cardio alone isn’t enough and how to balance it with strength training.

🎯 The dangers of extreme calorie restriction and how to fuel your body properly.

Actionable Takeaways:

💪 Add 2–3 strength training sessions to your weekly routine.

🥗 Eat in a sustainable calorie deficit while prioritizing protein.

⏳ Focus on consistency, science, and patience for long-term results.

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Tracking your progress isn’t just a step—it’s the foundation of lasting change. In this episode, we explore why tracking your calories, macros, and key metrics can transform your fitness journey and how to use data to make strategic adjustments for success.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Why Tracking is Crucial: Gain clarity on your starting point and celebrate non-scale victories.
2. How to Track Progress: Weight, measurements, photos, and strength levels—what to track and how often.
3. Adjusting for Success: Learn when to tweak your calories, workouts, or habits to overcome stalls.
4. Building Lifelong Habits: How tracking leads to awareness and sustainable results.

Key Takeaways:

• For Fat Loss: Reduce calories slightly when progress stalls.
• For Muscle Gain: Add a small caloric surplus for continued growth.
• Long-Term Success: Build habits that make tracking intuitive and sustainable.

Whether you’re aiming for fat loss, muscle gain, or body recomposition, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you achieve your goals.

Find Ashleigh Cumins and ANPT here:

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https://www.ashleighnewburnspt.com.au/

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"The Cardio Blueprint: Unlocking Fat Loss and Fitness with LISS and HIIT," we dive into the science and benefits of different cardio styles. Whether you’re looking to burn fat, boost endurance, or maintain muscle, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

💡 What you’ll learn:

🔥 LISS (Low-Intensity Steady-State): Gentle on joints, promotes fat burning, and great for stress relief.

⚡ HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training): Time-efficient, boosts metabolism, and preserves muscle while burning calories.

🤔 How to combine LISS and HIIT for the ultimate fitness results!

✅ Perfect for beginners, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to optimize their workouts without overtraining.

Find Ashleigh Cumins and ANPT here:

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https://www.ashleighnewburnspt.com.au/

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https://www.youtube.com/@ANPT15