Health and Fitness Trainer
Sleep is my secret weapon for fat loss. When I skimp on rest, my hunger hormones go haywire, cravings spike, and recovery tanks. I aim for 7-9 hours every night to keep metabolism and appetite balanced.
Good sleep also helps me train harder and recover faster—critical for fat loss. I avoid screens before bed, keep the room cool, and wind down with reading or meditation.
Remember: Fat loss isn’t just calories in and out—it’s hormones, rest, and recovery too.
Jean Paul Rivas
I get it—the scale can mess with your head. But fat loss is not just about pounds. I teach my clients to track other indicators too: strength gains, energy levels, how clothes fit, and even mood.
The scale might fluctuate due to water, hormones, or sleep. That doesn’t mean you’re failing. I weigh myself weekly—not daily—and combine it with photos and tape measurements. It gives a fuller picture.
Don’t give your bathroom scale all the power. Your body is changing in ways it can’t always measure—and that’s worth celebrating.
Jean Paul Rivas
People always ask: “Should I do cardio to burn fat?” My answer? It depends—but cardio alone isn’t the magic bullet. It helps, but nutrition and strength training still lead the way.
What cardio does best is improve your heart health, burn calories, and support a calorie deficit. I love using short HIIT sessions or brisk walking with clients. It’s effective, and it doesn’t need to be extreme to work.
Mix steady-state cardio (like walking or cycling) with strength workouts. And most importantly—do something you enjoy. That’s what sticks.
Jean Paul Rivas