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Simultaneously g<\/span>aining muscle and losing fat\u00a0is the holy grail for most gym-goers. It\u2019s known in the fitness industry as body recomposition<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Body recomposition is a polarizing topic among experts. Some say it\u2019s impossible for experienced lifters. Others will tell you it\u2019s the best way to reach your goals.<\/p>\n

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Simultaneously g<\/span>aining muscle and losing fat\u00a0is the holy grail for most gym-goers. It\u2019s known in the fitness industry as body recomposition<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Body recomposition is a polarizing topic among experts. Some say it\u2019s impossible for experienced lifters. Others will tell you it\u2019s the best way to reach your goals.<\/p>\n

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Q. What\u2019s the Truth?<\/h2>\n

A. Spoiler alert: You can<\/em>\u00a0do it, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should try<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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In this episode, I explain that recomposition\u00a0is possible, but it is extremely difficult,\u00a0and most people who try\u00a0will fail.<\/p>\n

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I explain the five\u00a0circumstances where recomposition is the best approach for you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Outside of these circumstances, you\u00a0can do it,\u00a0but\u00a0your margin for error is smaller. If you don\u2019t get everything just right, you will almost certainly fail in recomping.<\/p>\n

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Listen to the episode to determine how the three\u00a0factors decide\u00a0if recomposition is an intelligent goal for you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Once we\u2019ve established that\u00a0you are a good candidate for recomposition, I outline the top 10 training and nutrition strategies you must use to maximize your chances of success.<\/p>\n

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If you have any questions or comments about the show, please<\/span>\u00a0DM me on Instagram <\/span>@tommaccormick<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also find this podcast sitting on top of all my other <\/span>Six Pack of Knowledge podcasts<\/span><\/a> (curated discussions with the greatest <\/span>hypertrophy<\/span><\/a> experts on the planet).<\/span><\/p>\n

Or look for Breaking Muscle’s channel and podcasts on the following services:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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