Ready to trade diet whiplash for strength, energy, and clothes that fit better? We sat down with strength and nutrition coach Claire Farrar to unpack what really changes bodies long term: smart fueling, realistic deficits, progressive strength training, and a supportive community that keeps you showing up even on busy weeks.

Claire traces the shift from quick fixes to a more thoughtful approach built on body recomposition. We dig into why TDEE and BMR matter more than scale weight, and how a small calorie deficit—paired with protein and lifting—wins over extreme cuts that wreck energy and muscle. Intermittent fasting gets a candid review: while gut rest has its place, most people struggle to hit protein and micronutrients in a tight eating window. Instead, we show how front-loading the day with breakfast and balanced meals every three to four hours supports digestion, hormones, performance, and appetite control.

We also introduce Drop Two Sizes, our 12-week program designed to make sustainable change simple. You’ll get weekly grocery lists, sample meal plans, a practical food journal, and a training plan with three strength days and one metabolic session that adapts to your level. We meet Monday nights on Zoom for coaching and Q&A, and connect through the Skool app so you’re never doing this alone. To reduce friction, we’ve lined up local partners like Clean Eatz, Baja Beach Wellness, Kimberton Whole Foods, and Fleet Feet for helpful savings, recovery, and ready-to-go meals that make your week easier.

If you’re tired of chasing the next trend and ready to feel stronger, leaner, and more confident, this conversation lays out the path and the tools to walk it. Subscribe for more evidence-based coaching, share this with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to help others find the show. Then grab your spot in Drop Two Sizes and start your reset with us.