Weighted Vests, Fasting Hype, and the Real Story on Insulin Resistance

In this episode, we break down two of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness and nutrition world right now: weighted vests and insulin. We unpack the hype around weighted vests, exploring what the research actually says and where people may be putting themselves at risk. Then we shift into one of the most fear-mongered topics in health—insulin—and clarify what it is, how it works, and why it's not your enemy. Whether you're deep in the wellness world or just trying to make sense of all the noise, this episode will give you practical, science-based insights you can actually use. We talk about: -What people get wrong about weighted vests -The real risks and benefits backed by science -Common insulin myths and why fear-based advice spreads -How keto and fasting affect insulin and metabolism -Why "good food vs. bad food" thinking holds you back -The danger of overcomplicating nutrition -Building restraint and making realistic progress Time Stamps:  0:00 Introduction 4:13 looking for the easy solution 8:40 the gap between the goal and your actions 13:10 injuries with weighted vests 16:06 fear mongering insulin 21:00 lack of knowledge surrounding nutrition 24:50 benefits of fasting 30:29 fasting as an excuse 36:03 cell autophagy explained 38:07 fasting for longevity 40:55 food labels 46:05 all or nothing mentality CONNECT WITH KAIT: IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaitannmichelle/ Email: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-list Free FB Community: : https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fyYCSZgn/?mibextid=K35XfP CONNECT WITH MAVERICK: IG: https://www.instagram.com/maverickonlinecoaching/ SLAE: https://www.instagram.com/slaehormonesolutions/ Website for SLAE Hormone Solution: https://slaehormonesolutions.com/ Website for Maverick Online Coaching: https://maverickonlinecoaching.net/coaching Ask anonymous questions: https://ngl.link/maverickonlinecoaching1