This conversation is from my appearance on Andrew Romeo’s podcast, Romeo Athletics Radio.One of my long-time training coaches, Andrew invited me on to talk all things evidence-based fitness and flexible dieting. We discussed the intricacies of nutrition and fat loss, how to optimize your lifestyle for the best body composition, and my thoughts on tracking, what foods to eat, what to focus on first, and so much more. Enjoy my conversation with Andrew Romeo!Episode summary:We unravel the s...

Bonus Episode: How to Use "Physique Engineering" to Optimize Your Body Composition

For skeptics of the fitness industry who want to get stronger, live longer, and look great doing it with sustainable nutrition and strength training. Certified Nutrition Coach Philip Pape uncovers science-backed strategies for movement, metabolism, muscle, and mindset. Find out why they call him the Physique Engineer! Build muscle, lose fat, and improve your health and physique through a healthy skepticism of exercise and nutrition science. Hit follow and let's dive into the world of evidence-based lifting and nutrition!

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Today we're answering a question about protein intake and supplementation. We'll cover the differences between protein sources, optimal timing, and what happens if you exceed your target intake.Veronica asked 5 sub-questions:Does every Whey Protein Isolate contain all essential amino acids?Are Essential Amino Acids supplements needed if one meets the daily protein intake from animal protein?Would plant protein have the same effect?Would it matter or would it be better if I take most my protei...

Weekend Q&A: Whey vs. Plant Protein, Essential Amino Acids, Too Much Protein Myth

Are you feeling overwhelmed with dieting struggles? Do you think you have the right mindset, but it doesn't seem to be working? Discover when mindset isn’t enough and the secret to supercharging it for your health goals.Today, Philip (@witsandweights) brings on Tanja Shaw, a seasoned Functional Health Coach, Kinesiologist, and weight loss expert dedicated to helping women overcome their struggles with food and achieve a healthy weight without obsession. Tanja owns Ascend Fitness + Lifestyle i...

Ep 173: Why Mindset Alone Won't Solve Your Food and Hormone Struggles with Tanja Shaw

Want to build serious strength and muscle mass in the most efficient way possible?Today, we're talking about the importance of compound lifts and why they should be the foundation of your strength training routine.Join me on today's Quick Wits as I explain what compound lifts are, why they should be the foundation of your strength training program, and how to prioritize them for maximum results.We walk through the essentials of squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and more, explaining how these ...

Quick Wits: Compound Lifts are the Foundation of Your Strength Training

Have you ever wondered what’s sabotaging your fat loss? Could it be one of these common scenarios? Should you start your fat-loss diet now?Today, Philip (@witsandweights) breaks down the roadblocks to achieving your fat loss goals. He explores the top 15 reasons why dieting may not be the best decision right now. He highlights a range of scenarios that can hinder your fat loss efforts, emphasizing the need to address these factors before starting a calorie deficit. From high stress levels and...

Ep 172: The Top 15 Reasons NOT to Start a Diet Right Now (If You Want Sustainable Fat Loss)

Want to pack on muscle mass but confused about how many extra calories you need?Today, we're diving into a crucial concept for anyone looking to gain weight and build muscle: the 2500 calorie rule. You might have heard of the 3500 calorie rule for fat loss, which states that a deficit of 3500 calories is needed to lose 1 pound of body fat.But when it comes to gaining weight and building muscle, the equation looks a bit different. You see, muscle tissue is much denser than fat tissue, which me...

Bonus Episode: How to Use "Physique Engineering" to Optimize Your Body Composition

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