Everything You Need to Know About Macronutrients, the Essentials of Nutrition

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There is no such thing as a "bad" macronutrient.

You've been told not to eat carbs after 5 p.m., that protein would make you look like a female bodybuilder, that fats would automatically make you gain fat. That's completely false.

These misconceptions, often dressed up in scientific-sounding explanations, circulate online and in magazines. If you are interested in sports nutrition, you have probably heard them before.

You may even think they sound like they make sense, and that all these people probably know better than you what they're talking about.

So you decided to follow their advice, and you ended up crashing at exactly 2 p.m. every day, sleeping badly, feeling hungry all the time, drained, moody... And you still didn't like your body.

Misconceptions can be persistent: we end up repeating them as absolute truths without checking the reasoning behind them.

Protein, carbohydrate and fat can each play a useful role in a diet that meets your needs. There is no reason to demonise an entire category.

As coaches, we believe it's essential to help our Champions master all the basics of nutrition themselves, so they can cut misinformation off at the root. That's why in this article, we'll teach you everything you need to know about macronutrients so you're never thrown off again by the urban legends surrounding them.

What are macronutrients?

Macronutrients are simply the dominant molecules in the foods you eat. Okay, put like that, it probably doesn't sound very concrete. That's normal. Don't worry, in just a few minutes of reading, you'll understand everything.

Definition of macronutrients

Foods can provide water, nutrients and energy. Calories measure that energy; they are not an extra ingredient.

Among those nutrients are vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and, drumroll please, macronutrients.

And if we go a little further into the details, we can then distinguish three categories of macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. These are the ones we're especially interested in.

Alcohol also supplies energy, about 7 kcal per gram, but it is not an essential nutrient. It does not replace the three macronutrients discussed here.

Their role in the body, crucial for body composition

Macronutrients play a crucial role in determining your body composition (your lean body mass relative to your body fat). They are the "building materials" your body uses to build its organs.

When they want to lose weight, many people think only about reducing their calorie intake. But you also have to take into account the amount of macronutrients in the foods you eat. Would you try to build a cabin with only planks, but no nails or screws? It's the same with macronutrients. If you neglect them, you won't have everything you need to build the body you want.

Illustration of the nutrition pyramid, which includes, in descending order of importance, consistency and sticking to the program, total calories, macronutrients, micronutrients, nutrient timing, and supplements.
Macronutrients are among the most important elements of the nutrition pyramid, which means they are essential to the results of any good nutrition program.

We can never say this enough: the goal isn't to make you smaller, it's to tone your body and lower your body fat percentage.

In fact, a person can be thin and still have too much body fat. There's even a name for it: "skinny fat." Our philosophy, beyond simple weight loss, is above all to help our Champions sculpt their bodies.

Before-and-after photos of a woman, Nathalie, illustrating how an adequate macronutrient intake helped her sculpt her body.
Here is Nathalie, who lost 6 cm from her waist at 57 while also firming up her body!

To change body composition, we therefore look at energy intake, protein, training and recovery together. Your macro distribution is one tool within that bigger picture.

So to get the most out of the beneficial functions of macronutrients, you'll need to balance your macronutrient intake according to your goals, while respecting the calorie intake you've set for yourself, of course.

What are the three macronutrients?

"Balancing your macronutrient intake" sounds good, but deep down, what exactly are you trying to balance?

Quite simply, your intake of protein, for tissues and certain essential body functions, carbohydrates, for energy, and fats, among other things for hormonal health. 

That will help make sure your body runs like a well-oiled machine, and therefore help you get the results you're looking for, whether in terms of weight loss or strength training.

Protein, the raw material of your muscles

The role of protein in your body is first of all structural: it's what makes up and strengthens your tissues, your nails, your hair, your skin, but also your muscles.

That's right, amino acids, the basic units that make up protein, are the building material of muscle tissue! So they help repair and create new cells, a bit like little workers building and repairing your house. As a result, you need protein to maintain or increase your muscle mass.

Before-and-after photos of a woman, Mélissa, who managed to sculpt her body thanks to a diet high enough in protein.
Mélissa’s coaching combined nutrition and regular training.

But protein also plays a physiological role. Different types of protein are involved in digestion, oxygen transport throughout the body, and the composition and production of hormones.

They also work as enzymes, which speed up reactions in your body so everything happens quickly and efficiently! On top of that, they are essential for keeping your immune system strong, ready to fight off intruders like viruses and bacteria. And to top it all off, they are highly satiating, which is handy when you want to eat fewer calories without suffering from hunger!

There are two types of protein you can find in food:

  • animal protein: meat, fish, organ meats, dairy products, and eggs;
  • plant protein: legumes, nuts, seeds, peanut butter or nut butter, tofu, etc.

Whether you're trying to build muscle or simply eat well, the ideal is to balance your protein sources.

Carbohydrates, a super fuel

Carbohydrate is a particularly useful fuel for demanding exercise. It helps replenish glycogen stores that your muscles use during training.

Like a super practical charger that could recharge your phone in 45 minutes so you can... work out while watching our videos to make sure you're doing your strength training exercises correctly!

Glycogen is stored with water. Changes in these stores can move the number on the scale without representing a change in body fat.

Fibre contributes to bowel function and digestive health. It is not absorbed in the same way as starch or sugars.

As you can see, whether for your health or to reach your body composition goals, you absolutely should not cut out carbohydrates entirely, no matter what some diets say!

There are two kinds of carbohydrates: 

  • simple carbohydrates (glucose, fructose, sucrose, lactose, etc.): 

These are small molecules. Their effect on blood glucose also depends on the food, how it is prepared and the rest of the meal.

  • complex carbohydrates (starch, glycogen, and fiber, for example);

This group includes starch and fibre. “Complex” does not automatically mean “slow”: a starchy food can also be digested quickly.

You can find carbohydrates in lots of foods, like fruit, dairy products, honey, bread, pasta, potatoes, lentils... just to name a few.

Fats, essential for hormonal health

‍When you're trying to lose body fat, it's natural to be a little afraid of fats... Yet they are essential for energy storage.

They are everywhere in your body

Often simply called "fat," they are present everywhere in your body. "Uh, Jérémy, you're not implying that I'm fat, are you?" Not at all, don't worry! 

Fats contribute to cell membrane structure, the absorption of certain vitamins and the production of some hormones.

Fats are an integral part of our Champions' flexible diet, like these chicken cutlets stuffed with pesto, spinach, and mozzarella, which contain 46 g of protein and 23 g of fat.

Systematically avoiding fat can make your diet unbalanced. But a symptom such as fatigue, menstrual changes or hair loss does not, on its own, establish that fat intake is the cause.

Fatty acids

Lipids include several families of molecules. Triglycerides, for example, combine glycerol with three fatty acids.

For the purposes of body recomposition, what especially interests us is fatty acids. Among them are first the essential fatty acids your body needs to function properly, for growth, physiological functions, etc.

Some fatty acids must come from food, including linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. Your body can make others. Varying your sources of dietary fat helps cover these needs.

The nutritional value of foods

Fortunately, you can easily find the nutritional value of most foods on their label in the store! It's simply the value that tells you the amount of nutrients, whether macronutrients or micronutrients, contained in the food.

On most prepacked foods, the nutrition declaration gives values per 100 g or 100 ml, sometimes also per portion. Check whether they refer to the product as sold or as prepared.

Nutrition label for organic Chocapic cereal, where a 30 g serving contains 117 kcal, 2.6 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat, and 21.7 g of carbohydrates
The label of a well-known organic chocolate cereal brand tells us that a 30 g serving of this cereal contains 117 kcal, 2.6 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat, and 21.7 g of carbohydrates.

Front-of-pack claims do not replace the nutrition declaration. The figures are averages: European tolerances depend on the nutrient and its amount. There is no universal ±20% rule for every number.

Macronutrients for bulking

If you're trying to gain muscle mass, you probably already know that protein will be one of your best allies. And no, it's no less useful or appropriate for women than it is for men. 

But that doesn't mean you should focus exclusively on protein to build muscle. You also need the other two types of macronutrients to optimize your bulk. 

Carbohydrate mainly helps provide energy for training. It is not the building material of muscle: amino acids from protein fulfil that role.

Fat also contributes to an appropriate diet. Removing it does not automatically speed up fat loss, and eating more does not guarantee better recovery or prevent injuries.

Series of four photos of a woman, taken at different points in a body recomposition program that helped her firm up her glutes and her whole body thanks to a calorie intake that included a significant amount of fat.
Gina’s journey combined food and training adapted to her goal.

So to gain muscle mass, it's better to include all macronutrients in sufficient amounts in your diet. Once again, you wouldn't try to build a cabin without nails, or a house without mortar to hold the bricks together.

The place of macronutrients among nutrients

Carbohydrates, protein, and fats are only some of the indispensable substances found in food. Often forgotten because they don't directly contribute to body composition, vitamins in particular are absolutely essential to your health.

Micronutrients, at the heart of your health

Micronutrients include vitamins and minerals. Trace elements are minerals that the body needs in small amounts.

They play no role in terms of energy, and therefore have no direct influence on weight loss or weight gain, but your body still needs them to carry out its essential functions. And it is unable to synthesize them, with rare exceptions. So your micronutrient intake depends almost entirely on your diet.

Training may affect some requirements, but it does not automatically justify supplements. Start by looking at the quality and variety of your diet.

Vitamins, no energy value, but essential for health

Although they have no direct value in terms of body composition, vitamins are still physiologically necessary. They play a role in growth, macronutrient synthesis, vision, the nervous system, the muscular system, the immune system, the skeleton, the prevention of certain diseases... 

So even though there is no vitamin that directly affects muscle gain or fat loss, a vitamin deficiency could lead to negative effects that would prevent you from reaching your goals. It would be like building that famous cabin we keep going on about on unstable marshland. 

On the other hand, you'll probably find it easier to stick to your nutrition or training program if all the gears in your body's machinery are well-oiled thanks to an optimized vitamin intake.

Food provides most of the vitamins you need. Vitamin D is a special case: your skin can produce it in sunlight, but that does not guarantee your requirements are met.

A varied diet helps meet your needs. Supplements may be useful in some situations; choose them according to your diet and, when necessary, with a healthcare professional.

And what about calories in all this?

Calories measure the energy supplied by food and used by your body. You use energy for basic functions, movement, digestion and training.

1 nutritional calorie = 1,000 physical calories (thermal calories).

That's why on packaging, calories are expressed in kcal, kilocalories, meaning 1000 calories.

And each macronutrient contains a given number of calories.

Macronutrient Energy density
Protein 4 kcal/g
Carbohydrates 4 kcal/g
Fats 9 kcal/g

So, for the same quantity, you store more calories if you eat fats rather than protein or carbohydrates. Once again, that doesn't mean you shouldn't eat fats, even if your goal is to lose weight. It's simply a piece of information that will help you properly balance your macronutrients and your energy intake.

The usual factors are 4 kcal/g for protein and digestible carbohydrate, and 9 kcal/g for fat. Fibre, polyols and alcohol have different factors, which can explain some label calculations (FAO).

That's why, if you've ever tried to calculate the calories in a product based on the macronutrients it contains, you may have noticed that your result doesn't match the total calories on the label.

It's not really an error, it's simply that calorie calculation isn't entirely an exact science. So you don't need to become obsessive about calories and food macros.

Rounding, food composition and measurement tolerances also explain differences. The aim is to use these numbers as consistent guides.

The calories you consume determine whether you gain or lose weight. In fact, depending on your metabolism, you burn a certain number of calories per day. 

If you eat more calories than you burn, you gain weight. If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you lose weight.

How much of that change comes from fat or muscle depends on training, protein intake, the size of the deficit and recovery. Macros alone do not determine the outcome.

FAQ: What you may still be wondering about nutrients and macronutrients

Let us answer some questions we're often asked about macronutrients.

What are supplements for ?

Supplements are only a bonus, when needed. They can provide certain nutrients that may be missing from your diet, even though in theory, a balanced diet should meet all your body's nutritional needs.

That's why supplements are at the very top of the pyramid: they are the least essential element. And yet people tend to focus on them first.

In fact, supplements are a bit like the proverbial cherry on top. If the cake is good, it will still be good without the cherry. If the cake is a failure, the cherry won't save it. And without cake, the cherry is just a cherry, not a complete dessert.

Do carbohydrates make you gain weight?

No, carbohydrates do not make you gain weight.

Carbohydrate does not automatically cause fat gain. Over time, energy balance is central to changes in fat stores. Food quality and satiety still matter for maintaining your habits.

If you consume 2,000 kcal per day while only burning 1,500, then yes, you will gain weight. No matter how many carbohydrates you eat.

If you consume 1,500 kcal per day and burn the same amount, you will not gain weight. Even if you eat a good amount of carbohydrates.

A lower-carbohydrate diet can cause a quick initial drop in weight, partly due to glycogen and water. Fat loss can also occur if energy intake falls; these are two different effects.

To assess progress, look at trends over several weeks, measurements and performance rather than an isolated change on the scale.

Published by Jérémy Loreau, fitness and nutrition coach for women

Online fitness coach for women, Jérémy Loreau.

Since 2015, we have been passionate about helping women who look ordinary achieve an extraordinary body, no matter their age, whether after 40, 50, or 60. Women who, like us in the past, have gotten lost in the maze of conflicting information about weight loss, building muscle, and fitness.

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Today, I feel comfortable in a size 40, and I am even wondering whether I should try a 38. It may seem trivial, but to me, it is huge. Two months ago, buying clothes reminded me of everything I no longer liked about myself. Today, I enjoy it. I can hardly believe it.

I appreciate Jérémy’s advice, encouragement and support when I have doubts. He helps me move forward, find a way to organise things around family life, and recognise how far I have already come.

I thought I would have to wait until next summer to wear a bikini again. In the end, I will wear one on my next weekend away with my children, in November, because I think I look beautiful. Yes, beautiful! I had not felt that way in years. I have not reached my goal yet, but I already want to stop hiding and enjoy myself.

I came looking to lose weight, and I am also finding a place for myself in my own life again. Feeling all of this after just two months means so much to me. Thank you, Jérémy, for your coaching and for the help you are giving me with this change that matters so much to me.

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Céline Bougeard

18 Oct 2026

Gina is a very attentive and caring coach. She is very available and takes the time to answer questions and adapt the programme whenever necessary. Her sensitivity also allows her to be very understanding of the difficulties encountered.

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Lisa

14 Oct 2026

I’m so happy with the coaching I’ve received. I’ve lost the extra weight, but beyond that, I’ve gained a mindset I’d never had before... and I’m 45. I exercise every day, and I never thought that would be possible for me. I’d heard about the benefits of exercise all my life and had always hated it! But with such positive, comprehensive and caring support, your whole mindset changes! THANK YOU to Gina for always finding the right words. I’ve learned so much, and this lifestyle has also changed how I handle stress. I recommend it 1000%. The best gift I’ve ever given myself in 45 years!

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Alexandra Prats

07 Aug 2026

I’ve been working with Jérémy for a year and a half now, and it’s easily the best decision I’ve ever made. He teaches you the fundamentals of nutrition and strength training, and I know I’ll never struggle with my weight again because I finally have all the tools to take care of my body and keep it in shape. He’s incredibly supportive and always knows exactly what to say to keep you motivated and feeling confident. I recommend him 100%. Thanks, Jérémy, for your guidance, you’ve truly changed my life and my body.

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Delphine CLOSSE

04 Aug 2026

Wonderful coaching that helped me lose the weight I wanted to lose, with a fantastic improvement in my body composition as a bonus. I feel so good in my body now. If I had known how much this coaching would change my life by changing how I see myself and my relationship with food, I would have done it sooner!

The things you learn are eye-opening, and your physique changes quickly without giving up good food or the things you love eating. The team really listens and took all my concerns into account to create a programme that fits my habits completely. It helped me lose fat gradually and regain confidence in myself and my ability to succeed without frustration or harsh restrictions. I used to feel bloated all the time, and that has gone. I am 48 and in perimenopause, and I am delighted to have learned the foundations and knowledge I need to approach this stage of my life with confidence.

I recommend this coaching 200%. The money I have spent on it is a real investment in myself, in living a longer, healthier life, and in the pleasure of feeling good in a body I love. THAT is priceless!

If you have felt uncomfortable in your body for too long and have the courage to make a few changes to your habits, put your trust in Jérémy and his team. He will transform you and change your life!

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Elsa Blanc

31 Jul 2026

I wanted to leave this review because Jérémy Loreau has truly helped me overcome my struggles with a simple method based on understanding what to do and why we are doing it.

His nutritional advice and app really help you become independent when it comes to managing your meals and adjusting your calorie intake. All of this is combined with personalized workouts tailored to your body type and lifestyle.

He is approachable and, despite being a "virtual" fitness coach, he responds perfectly whenever you encounter a problem, difficulty, or have a question.

Of everything I have tried, he is the only one who has helped me regain the toned body I had in my twenties!

Thank you so much, Jérémy.

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Houda Ouriaghli

10 Jul 2026

A sincere review, written from the heart. Beyond the program itself, what makes all the difference is the human connection. You can feel the passion, the kindness, the meticulous work, the detailed training (nothing is left to chance), the app with daily support, and the constant desire to improve (the new version of the app, with even more features, is proof of that).

Jérémy’s coaching is different because it doesn’t teach you to blindly follow a program. It teaches you to understand, become independent, and build lasting habits.
Thank you to Jérémy, Gina, and the entire team for your kindness and professionalism.

P.S. I’ve lost 7.5 kg in 2 and a half months, weight I had been unable to lose after my 2 pregnancies.

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Rosario Alonso

07 Jul 2026

I came across Jérémy Loreau's website quite by chance six months ago. Like many women my age (55), my weight had gradually crept up, much to my dismay, and despite considerable effort, nothing seemed to work. I had managed to lose 5 kilograms two years earlier, but they eventually came back. Jérémy's approach is great. Yes, you have to pay attention to what you eat, but without overly restricting yourself. And yes, you need to move a little, but you don't necessarily have to go to a gym. Personalized exercises using resistance bands and dumbbells in your living room are enough.

And then the miracle happens! The weight comes off slowly but surely, but above all, you feel noticeably fitter. I'm more athletic than I was 5 to 10 years ago. To top it all off, Jérémy created a group called La Tribu, where everyone feels welcome and where it's great fun to share doubts, fears, and victories. Go for it, you won't be disappointed. Jérémy's program is almost addictive!

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Marie-Christine Magnier

11 Jun 2026

3 months that allowed me to rebalance my diet, lose 5 kg without being hungry, and build good strength training habits. With Jérémy’s advice and Gina’s support, I felt well guided and I’m very happy with this experience. I’m going to continue on my own because I think I’ve understood the main principles. I recommend this coaching if you’re ready to build new habits.

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Marion

04 Jun 2026

Before contacting Jérémy, I was overweight. I was still carrying 10 extra kg after my pregnancies. I had been carrying those kilos for 13 years. I tried all kinds of different diets (chronobio, Dukan...) and none of them worked long-term. Honestly, I was really starting to think it was hopeless.

Then I came across one of Jérémy's videos by chance. I liked his approach and decided to start working with him. Thanks to his method, his advice filled with common sense and kindness, I have now lost 10 kg in 5 months, and I've become more toned and built more muscle! I'm back to the weight I was before my first pregnancy, and what's incredible is that I got there without any real frustration. I'm transforming in a lasting and peaceful way. I'm so grateful for all of this.

Thank you, Jérémy.

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Hannah Vaudin

03 Jun 2026

After trying several programs to get back in shape, I wasn't getting results and, inevitably, I gave up.

I came across Jérémy's website while doing some research, a bit by chance, and I really liked his approach: no diet, no miracle pill, just a science-based method. Despite my apprehension about starting online coaching, I plucked up the courage to book a call with Jérémy. I still wasn't completely sure, but it was going to be the best decision I could make!

I learned a tremendous amount about nutrition and grew to love strength training. After 1 year of coaching, I'm truly very proud of my journey and of my physical AND mental transformation.

Thank you, Jérémy, and your whole team, for your kindness, for this high-quality support, for all the powerful tools you made available, and for everything you taught me.

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Alexandra L

31 May 2026

Despite having a varied athletic background, I was no longer making progress after a difficult ordeal and the effects of menopause. I started coaching in May 2025, I weighed 59kg, and thanks to your method, I lost 11kg of fat mass in 6 months. I also had more difficult moments, moments of doubt, I even wanted to give up, but I kept going.

I understood that progress is built on strength training, recovery, and listening to your body rather than intense cardio and restriction.

Jérémy taught me to look at my body with kindness, to stop being in constant compensation mode, and to understand that making progress is not about punishing yourself, but about building something sustainable with patience above all, and balance. Jérémy also taught me that in nutrition, everything is about balance, consistency, and trusting the process. That you do not make progress by always trying to do more.

I also appreciate his vision of sport, based on health, balance, progress, and respect for the body.

Thank you for your kindness, your listening, and for helping me become the best version of myself.

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Aimée Sicot

29 May 2026

A revelation! Jérémy Loreau helped me achieve remarkable weight loss in 3 months while keeping a toned body.

I was aiming to lose 4 kg and I lost 8. His training, along with the daily food log, helped me become aware of the calorie intake of our foods and meals, all based on scientific facts.

The highly individualized strength training helps me maintain my strength, and I don't feel any fatigue. I can keep enjoying my sports activities.

I finally feel free of my insecurities, and thanks to him and his team, who are very present and supportive, I can only recommend him 200%.

Thank you so much for everything and for this clarity that you learn over time. You have to experience it!

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Mel N

28 May 2026

I've done many fitness programs, on my own and with coaches who promised support that, in the end, wasn't really there... as well as many diets and nutrition reset plans with dietitians...

This time, I truly found the program that's right for me. Jérémy and his team are very supportive. It's a program that isn't restrictive or exclusionary at all, but it really helps you understand the importance of the nutrition and physical activity combo, and how metabolism works. Of course, it takes a bit of discipline, but in the end, they're just good habits to build and apply.

I'm thrilled with the result, thrilled with the support, they're very responsive and give excellent advice. I'm 45 years old and I recommend it!

Of course, premium coaching may seem costly at first, but it's a lasting and worthwhile investment, the goal really is to help you become independent quickly.

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FB

27 May 2026

Among the many online fitness coaches out there, Jérémy Loreau is a true professional who knows his craft inside and out and knows how to support his clients. Kind, attentive, and focused on the goal each person sets for themselves. Never judgmental, and never guilt-inducing, because he knows the process has to be realistic and sustainable. A very positive experience that truly paid off. A huge THANK YOU to him.

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Sophie LESCURE

26 May 2026

The coaching support offered by Jérémy is remarkably effective. He gives you all the keys to understand the link between nutrition and physical activity, and ultimately achieve balance, well-being, and health.‍

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Isabelle MJ

25 May 2026

It was the impact of menopause on my weight and on my mental health that pushed me to start coaching with Jérémy.

It’s been 2 years now, and I feel better than ever in my body. I’ve achieved results I never thought were possible, and Jérémy’s coaching has fundamentally changed the way I eat.

I’ve lost 10 kgs and I’ve never been hungry. I’m more muscular than I was at 30 and in great shape. But above all, I’ve embraced the power of small steps, of those habits that, repeated every day, make it possible to achieve remarkable results.

Jérémy adapts and offers us tailored exercises, updating them with a more difficult version so we can keep progressing, always with enjoyment. He teaches us to let go of guilt when we make exceptions, because it doesn’t change the trajectory. He is surrounded by a professional and friendly team, just like him. And he has built a supportive community that is truly a pleasure to be part of. You see incredible transformations there!

My decision to get support from him was one of the best I’ve made in recent years. It’s worth accepting the investment in yourself, you discover potential you never knew you had, and you come out stronger both physically and mentally. Thank you again, Jérémy!

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Laetitia ASSIRELLI

24 May 2026

Gina is a sensitive, kind, available, and professional coach, just like Jeremy. As for the "concrete" results, I lost 10 kg in about 5 to 6 months with the program despite menopause, hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's) that wasn't really stabilized, and suspected lipedema. I managed to start enjoying being active, even though I thought I was completely at odds with any form of sport. My relationship with food changed too, less emotional and more mindful. Signing up for this program was one of the best decisions of my life.

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Pascaline Vallée

22 May 2026

10 months ago, I joined Jérémy's program feeling deeply exhausted, both physically and mentally, with the sense that I'd tried everything without ever being able to stick with it over time.

Living with moderate obesity, I tried different methods, diets, fasting, and even electrostimulation, but I always ended up giving up, with more frustration, more guilt, and extra weight gained.

The real wake-up call came when I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea: my weight gain was no longer just about my appearance or my self-esteem, but also about my health.

With Jérémy, I learned that I could make progress without being perfect, that a transformation journey is not linear, that some periods can be difficult, and that I can slow down or slip up sometimes, without questioning everything.

Today, after 10 months, I've lost 13 kilos: I'm fitting into clothes I couldn't wear anymore, I feel physically stronger, and my workouts are more consistent. A tendonitis I'd been dealing with in my knee has also eased up. :)

The biggest change is this: my relationship with myself and with food. I think I feel more at peace. I accept more difficult moments without feeling guilty, then I refocus on the goal. With Jérémy, I'm building a life balance I can sustain over time.

Over the months, Jérémy has taken a deeply human, kind, and realistic approach: he supports me without judgment, without pressure, while taking my constraints and real life into account, with all its ups and downs. He taught me that I don't have to be perfect, and to accept myself as I am.

Jérémy, I sincerely want to thank you for your support, your listening ear, and all the positive energy you share through the Tribe.

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Edith CADENE

19 May 2026

Hello, I'm 52 years old, and I had been struggling for more than 5 years trying to lose weight. I was exhausting myself doing cardio, Pilates, basically trying a bit of everything, and when it came to food, I thought I was eating well.

Nothing worked, neither my weight nor my shape was changing.

I was starting to tell myself that it was simply too late, that menopause would stop me from getting my old body back, until the day I became interested in Jérémy's profile on social media and took the leap. I booked a phone call with him, and on April 2, 2026, we became a team even though we were thousands of miles apart. I immediately got access to his website, which is a true goldmine of information for relearning how to eat and unlearning all the common misconceptions.

I finally understood my mistakes and changed my habits, and within the very first weeks, my body started to change. The strength training programs are clear and adapt to your schedule, no more endless cardio. He is always very available, encouraging, and adapts our program based on our progress.

Having a coach for both training and nutrition really changes everything.

I highly recommend him to anyone who is fed up with yo-yo dieting, fed up with making efforts for nothing, because his method really works.

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Marion G

18 May 2026

A difference of about 10 kg (weight loss) and a more toned physique.

Not everything was perfect. Sometimes, I didn’t follow the program, and Jérémy helped me let go of the guilt. Those moments are part of the process, what matters is doing your best and sticking with it. Sometimes, I felt like it was pointless, then I looked at the results. I was proud of myself. Other times, I was extremely consistent and it was absolutely on fire.

Before Jérémy, my body was a real obstacle and I didn’t understand why my weight was going up even though “I wasn’t eating that badly.”

After Jérémy, I understood: eating healthy is not the same as fat loss. There are so many factors to take into account, and I learned them by his side.

The real wake-up call? Physically, I was a little chubby, but my fat is distributed fairly well. To me, I wasn’t at the stage of the disease that is obesity. So I thought I was fine. Going through this transformation was just a way to accept my image in the eyes of others.

Then, as I worked with Jérémy, I understood: fat loss, in my case, is a matter of health, not just aesthetics. My goal changed, and so did my mindset. Being able to make informed choices is priceless.

Thank you for everything.

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Annabelle DURIN

17 Apr 2026

Looking for a fitness and nutrition coach for women, I came across Jérémy’s website a bit by chance, and I read it from top to bottom. Won over by Jérémy’s information and approach, I decided to go for it.

Here is my feedback on the experience...

As soon as I signed up, I got access to an extremely well-designed website packed with high-quality information. Already having quite a bit of knowledge about fitness and nutrition, I can assure you that both the quality of the information and the amount of information provided are truly impressive.

Nothing is left to chance. You understand everything, absolutely everything. You know how and why you're doing things, it's truly incredible to have so much information of such high quality.

On top of that, Jérémy’s follow-up is incredibly high quality, your training program is tailored to you and your body type, nothing is left to chance. We are in contact with him whenever we want, and he answers all our questions. The follow-up is simply incredible. For me, his coaching truly adapts to you and your personal needs, we are not just a number among many others.

As for me, I’ve already lost a pants size, so yes, it works! But beyond the aesthetic aspect, there is also an inner transformation happening... regained self-confidence, etc.

And the little cherry on top, you join a supportive community that regularly shares its doubts, its successes, and its little life moments.

I can only recommend Jeremy as a coach. You can go for it with your eyes closed. A huge THANK YOU to the team for everything they do every day.

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Claudine Di Battista

07 Apr 2026

The best decision I made in 2025, and probably in the last 5 years, was starting coaching with Jérémy Loreau.

32 kg gone in 10 months, without medication, miracle products, or surgery.

An intelligent method, a strong community, help when needed, and the method that got me exercising again at 54, with two damaged knees and a tired heart, is perfectly suited to me. I work out at home, with 3 sessions using simple equipment, and I can see the progress, without getting out of breath or bored.

My life has meaning again, and I have my energy back.

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Vanessa SCHLAYEN

19 Mar 2026

Exceptional coaching that changed my view of training and well-being. At 54, I finally found a method that works for the long term. Thanks to Jérémy Loreau's advice, I regained incredible energy and a toned physique (going down several clothing sizes in just a few months).

The program is very comprehensive: the workouts are adapted to my level, and the nutrition side is the key to my success. Jérémy is incredibly supportive, very responsive, and knows how to adapt the coaching in case of physical difficulty so I can stay consistent.

You never feel alone thanks to the serious individualized follow-up and the conversations. It's tailored coaching, human and very structured. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to take their life back into their own hands with kindness and effectiveness!

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Renée Dugast

17 Mar 2026

15 months of coaching with Jérémy and Gina, 13 kg down, a reshaped figure, solid nutrition and training habits thanks to an excellent course on nutrition and training, and incredibly present, responsive, and caring coaches who support you every day.

Feeling a bit low? They’re there, they boost you back up. An injury, any kind of pain? They’re there, they adapt your training and everything keeps moving smoothly.

It’s the most effective and highest-performing coaching I know, with amazing results. Most importantly, you eat well, I was never hungry. Thank you so much for everything.

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Laure R

17 Mar 2026

I've been coached by Jérémy since January, and it's just incredible. The results I've achieved in less than 3 months are unbelievable to me.

For several years, I couldn't lose weight or transform my body, and despite my efforts, the pounds kept piling on.

Now I've finally broken that vicious cycle and reached a weight I didn't even dare hope for. On top of that, I learned how to build sports routines that do me a lot of good mentally and don't require too much time or too much pain in the effort. I am sincerely delighted with my program with Jérémy.

With him, the difference is that the program is personalized and targeted. It changes everything. I recommend him.

Try it, you don't have much to lose, tell yourself this is the last program you'll try.

Thanks again, Jérémy.

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Del

16 Mar 2026

Very happy I made the decision to contact Jérémy! I had several weight loss experiences in the past, starving myself and doing cardio. Nothing sustainable.

Having been coached by Jérémy for two months, I'm discovering strength training and really enjoying it. I'm eating fewer calories but without any feeling of deprivation. I don't forbid myself any foods and feel no guilt. My body is changing gradually so it can last.

Thank you to Jérémy and the whole team for this high-quality support. I've been given all the keys to transform my lifestyle habits. Thank you for the kindness! It's probably what makes it possible to move forward step by step.

I'm excited to see what the next few months have in store for me!

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Anne V

22 Jan 2026

A wonderful tailored experience and a transformation that went beyond my expectations! I lost almost 10 kilos in 6/7 months without ever feeling like I was making a huge effort.

No frustration, no forbidden foods (yes, yes, fries, raclette, etc., are absolutely allowed), I "just" learned how to properly manage my own energy budgets, calorie intake but also calorie expenditure (no more taking the car for every little thing!), based on my age, lifestyle, and body type.

The training provided is outstanding, and the Championnes community is incredibly freeing and guilt-relieving, always in a good mood. And Gina, my coach, supported me like a princess, always listening, patient, and taking great care of me... A gem ;-)

I gained confidence in my body, and today I feel much more independent when it comes to managing my weight and my health.

Unlike weight-loss programs based on meal boxes (commejaime, etc.), Jérémy makes sure you no longer need him, and in my opinion that's even more important than the number on the scale. Without a doubt, the best investment I've ever made for myself and my health!

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Marcela H

12 Jan 2026

Jérémy... what an incredible encounter! Much more than a coach, he is a mentor, a guide toward well-being and fulfillment. His passion is contagious, he doesn't just support us, he transforms us, pushing us to become the best version of ourselves.

Always looking for new methods to help us, he combines expertise and humanity with a unique approach. Thanks to him, I changed the way I see diets... and I changed my life.
Today, I feel strong, balanced, and free. I eat healthy, I enjoy myself, and I understood that it's all about harmony. Training is now a source of joy, a pillar of my daily life. What a joy it is to feel great and wear whatever you want, without constraints or guilt!

Thank you, Jérémy, for your dedication, your kindness, your patience, your humility, and your professionalism. You are not just a coach, you are a catalyst for change, an inspiration to everyone who crosses your path.

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Emmanuelle Bianchi

10 Jan 2026

Since August 2024, I’ve been coached by Jérémy Loreau, and it has been a real revelation. Before meeting him, I spent two years stuck despite the help of nutritionists and other fitness coaches. I was even told that as I was approaching 40, I had to accept it: my body would never change again.

Jérémy proved otherwise. By following his advice and his method, I finally saw real results where everyone else had failed.

The journey isn’t always linear: I had moments of doubt, periods when my weight stalled, or when I struggled to see my own progress in the mirror. But Jérémy was always there to explain how the body and nutrition work. Understanding what you’re doing changes your whole approach.

Today, my physical goal is within sight, but it’s my mindset that has changed the most. I regained my confidence. I no longer let the numbers get me down. I’ve become positive, and I don’t give up anymore.

If you think it’s “too late” or that you’ve tried everything, trust Jérémy. He doesn’t just give you a program, he teaches you how to succeed.

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Far more than an online fitness coach, Jérémy provides unwavering support that women cannot find in impersonal body transformation programs.

Jérémy guides you through your body transformation, helping you rebuild your self-confidence. A more harmonious body, with a calmer mind.

Between tailored expertise and personalized support to change your body during menopause, Jérémy Loreau now stands out as one of the leading fitness and nutrition coaches in the field.

When it comes to the question of how to get a toned female body, Jérémy Loreau now seems to have found an effective solution, combining tailored training advice with personalized nutrition support, without deprivation.

Jérémy Loreau offers healthy, personalized coaching designed especially for women over 40, to help them get back to feeling good in their own skin.

Jérémy Loreau's main goal is above all to pass on his knowledge to his Champions, as he calls them, most of whom are women over 40 who have been told it was too late for them to feel good in their bodies. Jérémy proves that it is absolutely possible to achieve a successful body transformation.

A method built on values of kindness and well-being. In just 8 years, Jérémy has become an expert coach in women's body transformation, recognized by his peers. Make no mistake, beneath this muscular body covered in tattoos from head to toe lies an extraordinary journey and a heart of gold.

Jérémy's mission is to help women transform physically and psychologically. Committed to our clients' well-being, we support them every day so they can rebuild their self-confidence.

Jérémy's dedication to his clients is unmatched. His professionalism, combined with his empathy and understanding of the body transformation process, allows them to overcome obstacles with determination and stay motivated throughout the process.

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