The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

The Science of Fat Loss, Muscle Growth & Metabolism | Layne Norton

October 5, 2026·1h 20m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Layne Norton, PhD, is a nutrition scientist, natural pro bodybuilder, champion powerlifter, founder of BioLayne, and co-founder of Carbon Diet Coach. He is known for translating complex research on fat loss, muscle building, metabolism, and nutrition into practical, evidence-based strategies. Today on the show we discuss: how to lose fat while building muscle, the best ways to preserve muscle during weight loss, why calories still matter even when food quality is high, how fiber and saturated fat affect heart health, the danger of becoming obsessive about health and longevity, and why success means little without strong relationships and mental well-being and much more. This episode is brought to you by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠MOMENTOUS⁠⁠⁠⁠: Try their new Signature Spec Creatine and use code ADVERSITY for up to 35% off your entire first order: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livemomentous.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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