One of the most popular goals this time of year is to lose some (or a lot) of fat. But how do you go about that, and is it a good idea (like so many people do) to put off the strength training until after you’ve lost your fat?
If you’re looking to make healthy changes to your lifestyle this year, this is the episode for you. We cover the basics of losing fat and building muscle mass, and explain why it’s better to focus on both goals simultaneously.
Here are three helpful guides from our website:
- How to Build Muscle: Sets, Reps & Exercises
- Strength Training for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide
- How to Cut: Lose Fat and Keep Your Muscle Mass
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This is episode 91 of the podcast. Check out the five previous episodes below:
- Episode 90: 2025 in Review
- Episode 89: Our Cardio Experience, One Year In
- Episode 88: Minimalist Strength Training While Cutting
- Episode 87: Plateau Busting
- Episode 86: What Deep Squats Do for Your Knee Health
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