To be clear, there are more elements that do factor into weight loss… like where you’re starting from, current metabolic state, sleep, stress, water intake, etc…

But these three (nutrition, strength training & steps) are the ones that I personally go back to and the ones I work with my clients on.

Also, these three are always the ones we have complete control over. And if you don’t believe that yet, maybe that’s the first step for you.

Here are the three parts to the weight loss triangle.

1. Nutrition

This is the most convoluted. But the most important.

The primary strategy is to increase protein intake and find the way that works for you to consistently stay in a caloric deficit. There are so many ways to do this, but the best one is the one you can be the most consistent with. 

Good news – this does not mean starving yourself.

2. Strength Training

The most misunderstood. But this part can be the most fun.

The primary strategy is to find ways to enjoy the process of 30-40 minute training sessions 3-4x a week. Again, lots of options here, and the best type of training is the one you can do the most consistently. 

Good news – the words “fun” and “enjoy” are not typos.

3. Steps

The most overlooked. But the simplest.

The primary strategy is to increase movement throughout the day by making small changes to get more steps in each day. For most guys I’d recommend starting with a step goal of 9,000 steps per day. 

Good news – you get this one down, you can set yourself with habits for life.

P.S. And what’s the base upon which this triangle stands that really gets this in motion?

Accountability.

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