I′ve been really focused on cutting calories for the past few months to lose weight and improve my athletic performance. I thought if I just kept my calorie intake low, I′d see great results. However, I started feeling fatigued during workouts and even noticed a decline in my strength and endurance. My recovery times increased, and I was constantly hungry, which led to binge eating on weekends. So now I′m wondering: how can focusing solely on calorie intake affect overall health, especially for athletes? Is there a better approach to nutrition that balances calorie control with maintaining energy levels?