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How to Tell If You're Losing Fat and Not Muscle - Day 55
Aug 08, 2026 16:10

How to Tell If You're Losing Fat and Not Muscle - Day 55

How to Tell If You're Losing Fat and Not Muscle - Day 55
The Body Recomposition Revolution | Fat Loss and Strength for Women 35+
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About this episode

How do you know if you're actually losing fat, not just losing weight? In this episode, Robyn explains why the scale alone can be misleading and how to measure real body recomposition. You'll learn why body weight naturally fluctuates due to water, glycogen, sodium, digestion, hormones, and your menstrual cycle, why strength training and adequate protein are essential for preserving muscle while losing fat, and why the most successful women track progress using three tools: the scale, tape measurements, and progress photos. If your goal is to look leaner, stronger, and more toned (not just lighter) this episode teaches you exactly how to measure what actually matters.

Today's RECOMP Targets

  1. Start tracking your weight consistently and focus on weekly trends, not daily fluctuations.
  2. Take waist, hip, and thigh measurements every two weeks using the same landmarks.
  3. Take front, side, and back progress photos every two weeks under the same conditions to objectively track body recomposition.

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