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Body recomposition for men: How to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Jan 02, 2026 · 11 min read

Body recomposition is a training and nutrition approach that reduces fat mass while increasing muscle mass. If you do it right, your waist can shrink and your strength can climb even when the scale barely moves. “The men who succeed with body recomposition stop chasing a single number on the scale. They measure strength, waist, ...

Can you build muscle in a calorie deficit? The science based approach for men

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Dec 29, 2025 · 12 min read

Yes, you can build muscle in a calorie deficit, especially if your training is progressive, your protein intake is high, and your calorie cut is modest. The hard part is doing it without sacrificing strength, sleep, and recovery, which is where most men go wrong. “Most guys do not fail body recomposition because they lack ...

The Terry Crews workout routine: How men can borrow his habits without burning out

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Dec 27, 2025 · 11 min read

The Terry Crews workout routine is built on daily training, five days per week of lifting for 1 to 2 hours, and a near daily run of almost 4 miles, supported by consistent sleep and a 16 hour daily fast with an 8 hour eating window. If you want a physique that looks “on” year ...

Somatic exercises for weight loss: What they can and cannot do for men

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist

Dec 27, 2025 · 10 min read

Somatic exercises for weight loss can support fat loss indirectly by lowering stress and pain, but they do not replace the basics of a calorie deficit and regular training. If you feel “wired and tired,” tight, or stuck in a stress eating loop, somatic work can make your weight loss plan easier to follow. “Most ...

Healthy Subway options and low fat fast food: A men’s guide to ordering for metabolism and testosterone

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 25, 2025 · 13 min read

Yes, you can find healthy Subway options and other low fat fast food choices if you prioritize lean protein, vegetables, and portion size, and treat sauces and fried sides as optional. Most guys do not need to “quit fast food,” but they do need a repeatable ordering system that protects blood pressure, body fat, and ...