{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Don\u2019t cut calories yet (do this first in MyFitnessPal)","description":" The biggest mistake people make when they start using  MyFitnessPal  for fat loss is immediately cutting their calories. &amp;nbsp;  Before you do that, there\u2019s one important step you should take first:  figure out how much you\u2019re currently eating. &amp;nbsp;  In this episode, I walk you through how to use MyFitnessPal to track your food so you can establish your starting point before creating a calorie deficit. Doing this first makes your fat loss plan much more accurate, realistic, and sustainable. &amp;nbsp;  You\u2019ll learn how to log your food properly, adjust serving sizes, why using a food scale matters, and how to track your intake for a full week before making any calorie cuts. &amp;nbsp;  Download my free guide: The Calorie Setup Guide  Learn how to calculate your calorie target and set your protein goal for fat loss.  Get it here:  https:\/\/kerstenkimura.com\/the-calorie-setup-guide\/   &amp;nbsp;  What you\u2019ll learn in this episode  \u2022 Why you should not immediately cut calories when starting MyFitnessPal  \u2022 How to track your food accurately for 7 days  \u2022 How to log foods and adjust serving sizes in MyFitnessPal  \u2022 Why using a food scale improves accuracy  \u2022 What to do after your first week of tracking  \u2022 How to set up your calories for sustainable fat loss   &amp;nbsp; More resources: Fit From Scratch: Free follow-along workouts that are beginner-friendly. Choose between bodyweight only or dumbbells option: https:\/\/kerstenkimura.com\/fit-from-scratch\/ FREE Lean Ladies Calorie, Protein and Workout Guide:  https:\/\/kerstenkimura.com\/lean-ladies-calorie-protein-and-workout-guide-2\/ FREE Course Strong and Sensitive: https:\/\/kerstenkimura.com\/14-day FREE nervous system regulation guide for anxiety: https:\/\/kerstenkimura.com\/3-somatic-exercises-free-guide\/ Beginner Level Strength Training Program:  https:\/\/courses.kerstenkimura.com\/train-to-build-starter-program\/ Intermediate Level Strength Training Program: https:\/\/courses.kerstenkimura.com\/train-to-build-intermediate\/ Fit and Fueled Vault: A collection of 75+ video trainings providing sustainable, holistic approach to strength, nourishment, and nervous system regulation for women. NO DIETS. https:\/\/courses.kerstenkimura.com\/fit-and-fueled-vault-course\/ Emotionally Fit is my emotional awareness program for chronic pain or other chronic symptom recovery. You can find it here: https:\/\/courses.kerstenkimura.com\/emotionally-fit-program\/ Visit my Etsy store: https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/dotsbykersten &amp;nbsp;Apply to work with me: https:\/\/forms.gle\/6NNHGmhvBQERvmu67 Get in touch: Website: kerstenkimura.com YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@kerstenkimurafitness Pinterest: https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/KerstenKimuraCoach\/ Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/kerstenkimuracoaching\/ &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"A Better Way with Kersten Kimura","author_url":"http:\/\/kerstenkimura.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40404030\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40404030"}