#81 - Alcohol

A few drinks can be grand. The real question is what they quietly do to your week. We sit down to talk alcohol, calories, and the Irish social side of drinking, without the preachy tone and without pretending everyone should live like a monk. If you’re trying to lose fat, build consistency in the gym, or simply feel better day to day, alcohol can be the invisible speed bump, not just because of the drinks themselves, but because of what happens after. We break down the basics that most people miss: alcohol is calorie dense (seven calories per gram), pints add up fast, and liquid calories still count even when you’re not “eating”. Then we get into the part that derails progress for nearly everyone, the next day. Poor sleep, low energy, dehydration, cravings, and the easy decisions that turn into a 1,500 calorie breakfast roll and a takeaway later. We share how we coach clients to plan for Sunday as much as Saturday, including simple food prep ideas, stocking the fridge with realistic options, and giving yourself permission to make it a rest day. You’ll also hear practical strategies for keeping your social life while staying in control: calorie banking across the week, taking one day to maintenance, and the zebra striping approach (one alcoholic drink followed by a zero or water). We talk openly about social pressure, the awkward comments when you’re not drinking, and why a three to six month break can be the reset that changes everything, from sleep and anxiety to confidence and training momentum. If this hits home, share it with a mate who’s stuck in the weekend loop, and

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#81 - Alcohol is an episode from The Gen Pop Podcast by Larry Doyle .

This episode is 27:50 long.

This episode was published on Apr 20, 2026.

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