Casein Pudding, Dieting to 8% body-fat and more...Q&A with Dave Maconi
Mar 16, 2021
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In this podcast, fitness expert Dave Maconi joins the hosts for a Q&A session. They discuss topics such as a casein pudding recipe, the effectiveness of high volume training for muscle growth, home workouts with minimal equipment, modified pull-ups, training the lower body without equipment, and achieving a lower body fat percentage with a slow and gradual approach.
When aiming for 8% body fat, take it slow and steady to maintain muscle mass, eat higher protein and fiber-rich foods, consider intermittent fasting, prioritize sleep, assess progress and take breaks.
To reach 8% or lower body fat, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of the desired physique, set realistic expectations, seek guidance when nearing single-digit body fat, and be prepared for the challenging and demanding process.
Deep dives
Tips for Getting to 8% Body Fat
If you're already relatively lean (around 12-13% body fat), here are some tips for getting to 8% body fat. Take it slow and steady to maintain as much muscle mass as possible. Eat higher protein and fiber-rich foods to stay full. Consider a shortened eating window or intermittent fasting. Prioritize sleep for optimal recovery. Assess your progress and take breaks if needed. Remember that it's a gradual process and individual results may vary.
Setting Realistic Expectations for Body Fat Goals
When aiming for 8% body fat, it's important to understand the level of leanness you're striving for. 8% body fat is significantly lean and requires a prolonged dieting period and extensive fat loss. It's crucial to have a clear understanding of the physique you desire and to set realistic expectations. Additionally, recognize that the process becomes more challenging and sluggish as you reach deeper levels of body fat. Maintaining muscle becomes increasingly difficult, and appetite and sleep quality can be affected.
Gradually Decreasing Body Fat Levels
To go from high teens body fat to low teens, a caloric deficit and disciplined approach can be effective. However, to go from low teens to 10% body fat, a slower pace is recommended to minimize muscle loss. Going from single-digit body fat to 8% or lower requires an even slower and careful approach. Understand that the closer you get to single-digit body fat, the more challenging and demanding the process becomes. It's advisable to seek guidance or coaching when reaching that level of leanness.
Considerations for Leaner Individuals
For those with higher levels of leanness (e.g., 12-13% body fat or below), certain factors become vital. Taking a gradual approach with smaller caloric deficits is crucial to preserve muscle mass. Monitor protein intake to support muscle retention. Manage appetite and stay full by prioritizing high-fiber and high-protein foods. Pay attention to sleep quality and overall recovery. It is important to be aware that the journey to single-digit body fat can be mentally and physically demanding, requiring careful attention and adjustment.
0:00 - intro
1:34 - My casein pudding "recipe"
4:25 - New high volume study and our take on it
13:48 - P-ratios: what's the optimal body-fat percentage for building muscle?
22:18 - Best exercises and equipment for training at home
38:24 - Dieting to 8% body-fat - our best tips
To apply to the new round of group coaching, you can book a time at:
https://calendly.com/abel-csabai/ssd-transformation
Or drop me an email to
abel.csabai [at] gmail.com
Insta:
@SSD Abel
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Dave's website:
https://drdavemaconi.com/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-PI9YMJ6SXPiqXy2FYfLg
Dave's insta:
@dave_maconi
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