The Weight Loss Academy with Zach Vago 👨‍🏫

“But I am a worm and not a man, scorned by mankind and despised by the people.” Key points Messianic prophecy, written and inspired roughly 1,000 years prior to the crucifixion. Jesus quoted Psalm 22 on the cross Movement from suffering → victory Specific language, not exaggeration English clarification for worm- Weak, small, insignificant, dirty, gross, slimy, used as bait, a creature not appeali...

Example 1 1,400 Calories 50% Protein = 700 total calories protein / 30% Fat = 420 total calories fat 20% Carbs = 280 total calories carbs Calories per 1g Macro Protein = 4 Calories Fat = 9 Calories Carbs = 4 Calories Macro Goals Protein = 700/4 = 175g Protein Fat = 420/9 = 46g Fat Carbs = 280/4 = 70g Carbs 1,400 Calories 175g Protein 46g Fat 70g Carbs EXAMPLE 2 1,400 Calories 40% Protein = 560 tot...

PLEASE DONT BE IN A CALORIE DEFICIT IF YOUR BMR IS ALREADY 1.1k!

PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM MEAL PREP COMPANIES!

Intermittent fasting (IF) has been shown to offer various health benefits for women, particularly in terms of hormonal balance and reducing symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle. When done correctly, IF can help regulate insulin levels, support weight loss, and reduce inflammation—factors that play a significant role in improving reproductive health. 1. Hormonal Balance: Intermittent fastin...

Two week update, woot woot! My name is Zach Vago and I provide a shortcut to losing weight, building muscle, and sculpting your dream body by using purely science-based methods. I lost 180 lbs in under 11 months while juggling a 21-credit semester in college AND working a +30-hour IT internship as a database manager. Follow me on Tiktok @WeightLossProfessor and Instagram @TheWeightLossProfessor Ch...

In this video, I’m breaking down why weighing your food is far more accurate than using measuring cups or spoons when counting calories and macros. If you’re serious about losing weight, precision is key, and this small change can make a huge difference in your results. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why Weighing Is More Precise Measuring food by volume (cups, spoons, etc.) leaves too much room for erro...

In this video, I’m helping one of my weight loss group members bust through his plateau after an incredible 90 lb weight loss! If you’ve hit a wall in your journey, this episode will show you exactly why relying on restrictive diets stops working and how counting energy consumption (calories) is the key to continued success. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why Restrictive Diets Fail in the Long Run I exp...

In this episode, we’re breaking down why carbs should be your second highest macronutrient after protein—not fats. If you’ve been told fats should be prioritized, stick around because I’m going to explain why that may be holding you back! Here’s what we’ll cover: Calorie Comparison: Carbs vs. Fats Learn how carbs provide less than half the calories per gram compared to fats, making them a better c...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into why the common advice of “everything in moderation” might be sabotaging your weight loss efforts. This isn’t just about eating habits—it's about the mental approach that can leave you stuck, frustrated, and, in some cases, worse off than when you started. Here’s what I’ll be covering: The Truth About Food Addiction How moderation fails when you're ba...

Curious about the Carnivore and OMAD (One Meal A Day) diet? I decided to try it for a full week, and in this video, I’m giving you an honest review of the process. I’ll walk you through everything from body weight to muscle mass changes, and how my water levels fluctuated during this extreme eating style. Here’s what I’ll cover: Body Weight Changes Find out how much weight I lost (or gained) durin...

You've probably heard people say, "Just eat anything in moderation!"—but what if I told you that's a complete scam when it comes to your health and weight loss? In this video, I break down why the “moderation” mindset can lead to serious side effects, including: 1. Malnourishment: Just because you’re eating a variety of foods doesn’t mean you’re getting the nutrients you need. I...

Have you been putting in the hours at the gym, but still not seeing the results you want? In this video, I confront a gym-goer who is frustrated with her lack of progress—and reveal the simple reason why she's not losing weight. Spoiler: It has nothing to do with how much she's working out! I break down the 2-step formula that anyone can follow to finally shed pounds and keep them off: 1....

Tired of endless fad diets that promise the world but leave you frustrated? In this video, I'm breaking down the ONLY 5 things you need to finally lose weight and keep it off—without following a rigid diet plan. These are the exact steps I used to lose 180 lbs and transform my life! Here’s what we’ll cover: What Does Metabolism Really Mean? You’ll learn what metabolism is, how it affects your...

OF COURSE NOT, in fact, its literally the opposite!

This is why an egg is NOT a protein source. Tune into this episode to learn how to calculate protein to calorie ratios, to find out if the foods you've been eating are truly "good protein sources" or if it's just another media scam. An egg is 72 calories Protein = 6g = 24/72 = 33% Protein Fat = 5g = 45/72 = 63% To call an egg a protein source when it's made up of 2/3rds fat i...

Calories, whether you like to believe it or not, is the measurement of energy our body uses. The amount we move, run, lift, eat...

Had a debate this morning at the gym, and I almost lost my mind....

Don't get lost in how shiny the car is, think about the car payments... Don't get lost in the huge house, think about the mortgage payments for the next 40 years.... Don't get lost in the yumminess, think about how lack-luster the macros are that are going to leave you malnourished...