# 134. Are You Actually At A Plateau? & How To Break It

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Podcast: [The PCC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-pcc-podcast-6610977)
Published: 2026-05-12T18:08:29+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marissa-chong/episodes/134--Are-You-Actually-At-A-Plateau---How-To-Break-It-e3j97ba
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## Resource

You’re probably not in a fat loss plateau… you’re just missing the right data, strategy, and consistency. Most people panic the second the scale stops moving. They slash calories, add more cardio, and convince themselves their metabolism is “broken” - when in reality, they’ve never actually learned how fat loss works. In this episode, I’m breaking down: What a REAL fat loss plateau actually is, (& why most people are not truly plateaued) The biggest mistakes people make when progress slows How metabolism adaptation works The exact “levers” to pull BEFORE cutting calories Why patience, data, and consistency matter more than extremes And how I’m personally navigating my own plateau right now during my current fat loss phase If you’re tired of feeling stuck, frustrated, or like your body is “fighting against you,” this episode will change the way you approach fat loss forever. Listen now and send me a message on Instagram @marissaroyfitness with the biggest takeaway that hit home for you. If you’re tired of trying it on your own, you can schedule a call with us here https://lastdietforlife.com/coachingprocesspcc

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