Mind Pump
2829: Why That Pesky Last 10 Pounds Won't Come Off
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4 Apr 2026 · 2h 4m
Muscle growthNutrition basicsMetabolism & fasting
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Why is it that the last 10–15 pounds are ALWAYS the hardest to lose? In this episode, we break down one of the most frustrating parts of fat loss: hitting a plateau when you're doing everything "right." We explain: • What a metabolic wall actually is • Why eating less and doing more eventually stops working • How your body adapts to calorie deficits • Why you may be losing muscle instead of fat • The power of reverse dieting and building your metabolism Most people try to cut their way out...