Extreme weight loss isn’t about magic diets—it’s about science, psychology, and accountability.

On today’s show, I interviewed Matt Hoodie, a coach who’s helped more than 30 people lose over 100 pounds and keep it off. We dig into his unique method of starting with calorie “budgets,” how he adapts plans for obese vs. leaner clients, and why focusing on macros or meal timing too soon sets people up to fail. Matt breaks down what happens to the body during massive weight loss, how to navigate metabolic adaptations, and the smartest way to reverse diet without regaining everything. This episode is a masterclass in the real art and science of sustainable weight loss.

If you want the truth about what it actually takes to lose massive weight and keep it off, you won’t want to skip this one.

Timestamp 

00:00 – Episode Preview

00:55 – Podcast Intro 

01:47 – Introducing Matt Hoodie

05:41 – Why Empathy Matters in Coaching Extreme Weight Loss

07:04 – Matt’s Childhood, Medications, and Hitting 300+ lbs

08:27 – Turning Point: Health Scare, Dietetics, and Self-Change

12:48 – Starting Coaching: Early Clients and Realizing Nutrition > Training

18:23 – Building His Own Calorie-Budgeting Algorithm

20:41 – Specialized Coaching vs. Cookie-Cutter Formulas

22:16 – Metabolic Adaptation in Long-Term Weight Loss

24:05 – Using Carbs to Break Plateaus

25:23 – Behavioral Curve: From Basics → Education → Maintenance

27:05 – Empowering Clients with Education & Autonomy

28:10 – Reverse Dieting: Restoring Metabolism After Weight Loss

34:34 – How to Safely Ramp Up Calories Post-Diet

36:25 – The Harder Part: Accountability in Maintenance

37:34 – Accountability: 80% of Coaching Success

39:32 – Coaching Beyond Macros: Habits, Empathy, & Behavior Change

41:33 – The Coaching Industry’s Problems & Client Retention

42:49 – Coaching as Both Science and Human Connection

43:07 – The Realities of Coaching: Not a Get-Rich-Quick Path

44:26 – Where to Follow Matt Hoodie

45:04 – Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

Connect with Matt Hoodie: 

• Matt Hoodie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthoodie/

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
• Learn more about Ben’s coaching programs: www.bodysystems.com
• Subscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234 
•  Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgT