Your fitness questions are back! This week, we explore weight loss strategies for active individuals, particularly focusing on balancing caloric intake with training for optimal performance. We discuss techniques to improve running speed and examine the benefits and limitations of heart rate zone training in achieving fitness goals. Lastly, we delve into recent research on fat spot reduction and its practical implications, highlighting the significance of a caloric deficit in achieving desired body composition. 00:00 Welcome to the Consistency Project Podcast 01:08 Weight Loss Strategies for Active Individuals 05:36 Improving Running Speed: Tips and Techniques 09:32 Understanding Heart Rate Zone Training 13:15 VO2 Max: Accuracy and Training Methods 18:24 The Truth About Fat Spot Reduction 24:45 How to Submit Your Questions 🔗 Get full show notes 🔗 Sign up for EC’s weekly bonus email ABOUT THE SHOW The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives. ABOUT US 📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media. 📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media. Full Disclaimer --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theconsistencyproject/support