How to measure your visceral fat

Hello there,?

Since I began this project on The Lean Executive, my main aim has been to provide something for free that others typically charge you for.

I believe that being lean and energetic shouldn't be a privilege, but rather something accessible to everyone.?

The silent epidemic:?Visceral fat, often referred to as “belly fat,” is not just a cosmetic concern — it's a subtle killer lurking deep within your body, increasing your risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and even certain cancers. What's more alarming is that visceral fat isn't always visible on the outside, making it easy to overlook or dismiss until it's too late.?

How to measure visceral fat?

1. Waist Circumference Measurement: Measure your waistline with a tape measure. If it's over 35 inches for women or 40 inches for men, it may indicate excess visceral fat.
2. DEXA (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) Scan: This is a precise method requiring access to specialized facilities, but it accurately measures visceral fat deposits.
3. Expert Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA): These tests measure body fat percentage by passing an electric current through the body, including visceral fat.

To permanently get rid of it, many men think they need more motivation, inspiration, or time. However, the truth is quite different. They just need to understand the process and what influences it. Once they understand this, achieving a lean and disease-free body becomes easy (and stress-free).?

Here's the feedback form from Santiago, one of my fomer clients:?

“Thank You Diego, the role you have played in my life and how that filtered into my family has been just incredible. You have brought so much positivity, hope, knowledge, and a desire for fitness into the life of myself and many of the people most important to me.? I am thankful for having crossed paths with you, and I feel like taking a step back from our engagement will further allow you to continue helping others like me learn what they need to change their trajectory too.”

?— Santiago ?

As a hard-working executive, Santiago doesn't have the luxury of spending two hours a day on a treadmill. However, he did learn the three phases to effectively eliminate visceral fat for good:?

1. The Foundation Phase?
2. The Recomposition Phase?
3. The Momentum Phase?

But here’s the good news: with me, inside The Lean Executive, you’ll learn the step-by-step process:?

— Wins, lessons and failures?

— Actionable daily tactics?

— How to apply them

— Dos & Don'ts?

Today, let's cover The Foundation Phase:

2 out of 3 of people who start a diet won't finish it and 1 out of 3 of those who finish it will return to their original weight in half of the time.

Below is the number 1 reason why:

A a rigid, solid and well preserved foundation will bear pressure, eating less and exercising more are perceived as “stress“ and “pressure“ by the human body, before adding pressure you need to ensure a strong, fortified foundation.

Below are 4 pillars you need to ensure you optimize for a strong foundation:

1. Circadian rythm
2. Stability and posture
3. Nutritional biochemistry
4. Minimum viable dose of movement daily

However, the below will 10x the damage to your foundation and is what people rely on most:

1. Low calorie diets
2. Excessive cardio
3. Excessive caffeine consumption

The list goes on, so remember, without working on the 4 pillars adding exercise output or going for a "diet" will never make sense.

See you in the next issue where we will cover The Recomposition Phase which is when we see the most rapid decrease in stubborn visceral fat and increase in energy.

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