You’re showing up to the gym, getting your steps in, being mindful with your food, and still not seeing the progress you expect. In this episode of Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony break down the five most common reasons fat loss stalls, even when you feel like you’re doing everything right. They cover where calories tend to slip through the cracks, how people misjudge what they’re actually burning, why daily movement matters more than you think, and how stress, sleep, and overall lifestyle can quietly impact results. They also talk through the role of expectations and consistency, and why progress often takes longer than people anticipate. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure what to adjust, this episode will help you refocus on what actually moves the needle. All Free Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.) Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!! ALL of our complete 12-week training programs Bonus episodes every Friday Just $5 /month Legion Athletics BOGO 50% off for your first order + 2X points on every order after that use code “FSPOD” at checkout Timestamps (6:21) Underestimating calories you’re consuming (13:10) Overestimating how many calories burned (19:02) Not moving enough (26:41) Rest of your life sucks (39:32) Tie..Unrealistic expectations / Not consistent