You’ve probably heard the term “refeed day” thrown around. It may sound intriguing, especially if you’re deep into a cut and feeling drained. But…what *actually* is a refeed day, and do you need one?I talked about it a bit in the last episode (go listen to ep. 198 first if you haven’t yet), but I want to dive deeper in this episode!First off, a refeed day is NOT a cheat day, and it’s definitely not a license to binge. When done right, it’s a short and strategic break from your calorie deficit. When used intentionally, this can help with hormones, training performance, muscle recovery, and even consistency (yep - they can actually help you stick to your plan better)!Ultimately, I want YOU to be able to make an educated decision for yourself. Refeed days can be a great tool in your toolbox…but they’re not magic, or required to see results. Get consistent, train hard, track what you’re doing, and THEN decide if this is a tool that fits your journey!In this episode, we cover:What a refeed day actually is + why it’s NOT a “cheat day”5 legit benefits of refeed days when used strategically5 situations where you should definitely skip the refeedA simple calorie breakdown to show how it worksHow to stay flexible with refeed days & still hit your goalsKey takeaways to help you know if a refeed day IS right for youLinks/Resources:Ep. 198 | Are You *Actually* in a Calorie Deficit? Stop Guessing - Start TrackingJoin FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymPRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

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