In today’s episode, we dive into the often misunderstood world of calorie tracking and break down why it’s a valuable tool that doesn’t need to be as complicated or intimidating as if often seems. We discuss the common hurdles people face when starting to track their food intake, why some find it to be rather triggering, and offer practical advice on how to simplify the process.

We tackle the emotional and psychological aspects of food tracking, acknowledging that it can be tedious and even overwhelming at first. We emphasize the importance of patience and curiosity in the process, reminding you that tracking is not about perfection but about gaining valuable information that can lead to more informed decisions and better outcomes. We share some personal stories and practical tips to make tracking more approachable and less stressful.

Whether you’re new to tracking or have tried and struggled before, this conversation is packed with insights to help you build awareness around your eating habits and move closer to your health goals.

“Tracking can be so liberating if you let it be.”

- Iris Deadlifts

“If you're heading into tracking with the idea of ‘I don't wanna do this. This is gonna suck. I hate this. I hate it. I'm gonna hate every minute of it…’ you’re right about all of it.”

- Meri

"It still existed in your body even though it didn't exist on paper or in the app."

- Amy Rudolph

This week on Here’s the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don’t Want Life to Suck:

• Why tracking food is so valuable for building awareness and adjusting dietary patterns
• Do you have to track macros or calories? What’s the difference?
• What if tracking is triggering?
• Who shouldn’t track calories?
• How to take breaks from tracking, especially during vacations or special occasions
• How to build yourself up to calorie tracking if you’ve never done it before
• How pre-tracking meals or tracking as you go can make the process easier and less overwhelming

Connect with Iris, Meri, and Amy:

• Iris Deadlifts on Instagram
• Meri on Instagram
• Amy Rudolph on Instagram
• Q&A Episode: Mindful Eating & Serving Sizes, Building Muscle with Bodyweight Exercises
• Episode: Put Your Nutrition and Fitness on Autopilot: Food Prep, NEAT, and Gym

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