In this eye-opening episode of the “Peak Physique Podcast,” NASM Master Trainer and IFBB Physique Olympian Andre Adams dives deep into the world of metabolism, calorie calculation, and the true science of nutrition planning for dedicated athletes.

Curious why your fitness tracker or age-based formulas never seem to get your macro needs right? Andre reveals why the Cunningham Equation—NOT the usual age or weight-based calculators—is the gold standard for any serious physique athlete or prep coach.

Discover:·      

The critical differences between the Cunningham Equation, Mifflin St. Jeor, and Harris-Benedict formulas·      

How lean body mass, not age or total weight, is the key to unlocking your real Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) and Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)·      

Real-world examples showing how miscalculations of just 300 calories a day can make or break performance, muscle retention, and fat loss·      

Step-by-step advice for coaches and athletes—even if you don't have access to DEXA or InBody scans·      

Pro tips for continuous measurement, personalized macro planning, and problem-solving when metabolism stallsWhether you’re a physique athlete, prep coach, or passionate fitness enthusiast, this episode gives you the practical tools and science-backed insights you need to level up your nutrition, recovery, and contest prep.

Ready to make the leap from guessing to precision? Tune in, share with your coach or training partner, and start building the body—and results—you deserve!

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