Get Big and Strong First, Lean Out Later

Based on my conversations with dozens of strength and conditioning experts, most agree that every man should make getting bigger and stronger a foundational priority, even if their ultimate goal is to lose weight. Why?

Because getting bigger and stronger is harder to do and takes more time than it does to lose body fat. What’s more, having more muscle mass and strength provides a much bigger return on investment than just losing body fat.

When you increase muscle mass and strength, losing body fat becomes easier later on. You’ll be able to work harder during those HIIT sessions when you’re trying to cut, thanks to that increased strength. What’s more, increased muscle mass leads to a whole host of hormonal changes that help speed up fat loss, while maintaining muscle.

So if you’re just getting started with training, make getting stronger your first priority. It will pay dividends later on.

Next, let’s walk through a few scenarios for your specific body-type.

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