Barbell Shrugged Physiology Friday: [Physique Transformation] How Hormones Help Build Muscle and Burn Fat w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner
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Jul 11, 2025 Explore the fascinating interplay between hormones like testosterone and cortisol in building muscle and burning fat. Dive into the significance of micronutrients for achieving a lean physique. Discover how menstrual cycles impact performance and gut health's role in overall wellness. Learn effective strategies for managing nutrition and activity levels during a cutting phase. Plus, hear personal stories of fitness journeys and the challenges of maintaining peak performance as we age.
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Manage Fat Loss with Steps
- Use step counts to manage fat loss instead of excessive cardio sessions.
- Increase step goals gradually and add cardio only if plateaus occur near competition time.
Build Muscle Before Cutting
- Build muscle first before cutting for better physique results.
- Operate around maintenance calories initially to develop sustainable habits and avoid deprivation.
Start Fat Loss Early
- Start cutting fat earlier than you think to achieve visible six-pack abs.
- Losing enough body fat takes more time and weight loss than most beginners expect.