Timestamps:

1. **[00:00:26]** - Discussion on navigating corporate lunches (cafeteria vs. Uber Eats) while staying on track with fitness goals like fat loss and muscle building.

2. **[00:01:32]** - Advice on choosing meals that fit calorie and protein goals, emphasizing lean meats and avoiding high-calorie sides like French fries.

3. **[00:03:11]** - Tips on selecting lean protein options at work cafeterias, suggesting conversations with staff for customized meals.

4. **[00:06:01]** - Strategies for using Uber Eats or dining out, including pre-selecting healthy menu items within a 10-minute radius.

5. **[00:07:53]** - Examples of fast food options (e.g., Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell) that can fit into a high-protein, low-calorie diet.

6. **[00:12:02]** - Suggestion to preload protein throughout the day to allow flexibility in evening meals without derailing fitness goals.

7. **[00:17:21]** - Advice for someone transitioning from zero workouts to seven days a week, emphasizing sustainability and starting with 2-3 days a week.

8. **[00:21:28]** - Discussion on the pitfalls of overcommitting to a gym routine, leading to burnout and potential failure.

9. **[00:23:25]** - Importance of finding a sustainable workout and diet routine that can be maintained long-term for lasting results.

10. **[00:25:00]** - Explanation of how starting with fewer gym days can build motivation and consistency, leading to better long-term adherence.

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00:00:00 - Introduction: Hosts introduce the podcast theme on finding time to work out and debunking motivation myths.

00:00:26 - "Time Constraint Excuse": Discussion on time management and debunking the excuse of being too busy to exercise.

00:01:41 - Fitness for Busy Professionals: Emphasis on efficient workouts requiring only 2-3 sessions per week.

00:03:55 - Prioritization: Addressing the importance of prioritizing health amid busy schedules.

00:06:12 - Home Gym Setup: Advocating for at-home workout solutions for time-strapped individuals.

00:09:10 - Lunchtime Workouts: Encouraging flexible scheduling like extended lunch breaks for exercise.

00:15:11 - Lack of Motivation: Tackling misconceptions about motivation and the importance of actionable steps.

00:17:04 - Two-Hour Weekly Workouts: Highlighting the effectiveness of short, consistent, and focused fitness routines.

00:20:01 - Micro Wins: Celebrating small achievements like improved consistency and energy levels as fitness milestones.

00:24:42 - SMART Goals: Explaining goal-setting using the SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely) method.

00:25:26 - The Gold Rush Analogy: Emphasizing process-oriented thinking to stay consistent with fitness efforts.

00:29:07 - Fear vs. Desire: Exploring how fear of negative outcomes often drives lasting motivation.

00:30:11 - Your Why Over Motivation: Importance of understanding deeper personal reasons for fitness goals.

00:33:12 - Reflecting on Honesty: Drawing parallels between honest effort and long-term fitness success.

00:00 - Introduction and navigating fitness during Thanksgiving.

00:22 - Traditional Thanksgiving food and cultural differences in food preferences.

02:05 - The controversy over Thanksgiving food and alternatives like steak and lobster.

06:02 - Allocating calories for Thanksgiving desserts without guilt.

07:09 - Importance of weekly calorie budgeting to maintain fitness goals.

09:53 - Strategies for enjoying Thanksgiving without binge-eating or guilt.

12:34 - Addressing alcohol's impact on fitness progress during the holidays.

14:40 - Balancing protein and fiber to prepare for high-calorie meals.

16:03 - Tips to reduce post-Thanksgiving bloating and digestion issues.

20:12 - Overcoming family pressure to overeat at holiday meals.

23:00 - The psychological relationship with food during social gatherings.

25:45 - Thanksgiving as a chance to focus on food quality rather than quantity.

28:11 - Chinese and cultural alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving meals.

31:20 - Integrating fitness habits into holiday traditions.

35:02 - Ending with practical advice for navigating social and fitness challenges during the holiday season.

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