Skinny-Fat Macros: How to Calculate Macros For Shredding
Reading Time: 2 minutesI was a skinny-fat guy that worked night shift and trying to figure out what macros I needed to hit to get shredded. This was my transformation after applying the macro calculations I’m about to share with you…
A Skinny-Fat Guide to Building Muscle (as a Natural Weightlifter)
Reading Time: 8 minutesTen years ago, as a skinny-fat guy trying to figure out how to build muscle as a natural weightlifter, I asked Google the following questions: “What are the best exercises for building muscle?” and “Should I use heavy or lighter weights?”…
Progressive Overload Training for “Skinny Fat” Guys
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn this brief article, I’ll share with you how I effectively applied progressive overload to accelerate muscle and strength gains to their maximum potential. Failing to apply this fundamental principle, as I did in my late 20s, and you may find yourself stuck in an training plateau.
How to Find Your Starting Weight for Lifting
Reading Time: 2 minutesHow much weight should I lift as a starting weight for any particular lift in the gym? The short answer is, it’s a matter of experimentation. As a skinny-fat guy, I had the exact same question as you when I started my own lifting journey so let’s dive into this topic.
Why Does My Weight Fluctuate So Much?
Reading Time: 5 minutesEven when you’re doing everything correctly by tracking calories and macros for shredding, your weight will still fluctuate (and even increase). This is normal. The problem is when people don’t see their weight reducing in a linear and predictable manner on the scale, they give up!
My First Amateur Bodybuilding Competition (Steroid-Free)
Reading Time: 14 minutesThis is a short story of my 4 month journey of preparing for my first men’s amateur bodybuilding competition… and winning first place in two divisions! I’ve written this short article to share my personal experience and “behind the scenes” as an ordinary guy of what it takes to get stage ready.