ERIC HELMS: INTUITIVE VS INFORMED EATING, REFEEDS & WHY LIVING THE FITNESS LIFESTYLE YEAR-ROUND MATTERS | EP. 180

ERIC HELMS: INTUITIVE VS INFORMED EATING, REFEEDS & WHY LIVING THE FITNESS LIFESTYLE YEAR-ROUND MATTERS | EP. 180

Author: Brandon DaCruz September 17, 2025 Duration: 1:23:34

On this week’s episode of the Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast, I’m joined once again by Dr. Eric Helms, one of the most respected voices in evidence-based bodybuilding and nutrition.


Eric and I dive into some of the most misunderstood yet important topics in physique development and lifestyle coaching, including:

THE TRUTH ABOUT INTUITIVE EATING VS INFORMED EATING 

WHY MOST PHYSIQUE ATHLETES & FITNESS PROFESSIONALS AREN’T REALLY EATING “INTUITIVELY”

THE LATEST RESEARCH ON REFEEDS & WHETHER THEY’RE MORE PSYCHOLOGICAL OR PHYSIOLOGICAL IN BENEFIT

WHY LIVING THE FITNESS LIFESTYLE YEAR-ROUND IS THE KEY TO SUSTAINABLE RESULTS, WHETHER YOU’RE A PHYSIQUE COMPETITOR OR AN EVERYDAY FITNESS ENTHUSIAST


This conversation bridges science and practice, giving you both research-backed insights and real-world coaching takeaways.


If you want clarity on how to approach nutrition, refeeds, and long-term lifestyle habits to actually look, feel, and perform your best, you won’t want to miss this episode.


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Hosted by Brandon DaCruz, Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast cuts through the noise of an often overwhelming industry. Instead of quick fixes, Brandon and his co-host Jeff build conversations from a place of genuine partnership, tackling everything from meal planning and workout splits to the less-discussed mental hurdles of a fitness journey. Their dynamic feels more like a dialogue between friends who’ve been in the trenches, making complex topics in nutrition, training, and body composition feel accessible and actionable. What you’ll find here is a practical blend of solid information and real-world application, designed for anyone who wants to move past confusion and build sustainable habits. This isn't about rigid dogma; it's about finding what actually works for you. Tune into the podcast for honest discussions that aim to replace frustration with understanding, one episode at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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