S.M.A.R.T. Goals, Calorie & Energy Tracking, and Starting a Lasting Diet.
- 1999hcrawford
- Feb 27
- 1 min read
Updated: May 3
Episode Recap:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford delves into effective strategies for achieving sustainable weight loss. It emphasizes the importance of setting S.M.A.R.T. goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound—to create clear and actionable objectives. Additionally, the episode discusses the significance of tracking calorie intake and energy expenditure to maintain a balanced diet and make informed decisions about food choices. By integrating these practices, individuals can establish lasting habits that support long-term health and wellness goals.
Show Notes:
2:06 - S.M.A.R.T. Goals
6:36 - The Important of Tracking Your Caloric Intake
Calorie Tracking Mobile App Examples: MyFitnessPal, Lose It!, Calory AI, Noom Weight Loss/Food Tracker, Calorie Counter - MyNetDiary, etc
13:32 - Tracking Energy Expenditures to Give Yourself Credit for Burned Energy
Energy Tracking Wearables: Garmin, FitBit, Apple, Oura, SamSung Galaxy Watch, etc
17:49 - Is a Calorie Just a Calorie?
18:54 - Creating a Lifelong, Non-overwhelming Diet
19:33 - MacroNutrients & Praising/Vilifying Anything to Your Bias
22:20 - You Can't Out-Exercise a Bad Diet
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About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
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The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
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