In this no-BS breakdown, Josh and Liam dive deep into the truth about body recomposition—how it works, who it's for, what mistakes to avoid, and why the scale might be lying to you. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned lifter, this episode unpacks what it really takes to build muscle while dropping fat—without losing your mind (or gains).
[0:57] – Can you actually build muscle and burn fat at the same time?
[2:50] – Who it works best for
[4:07] – Key ingredients for recomposition
[8:08] – Why the scale might not budge (and why that doesn’t matter)
[24:55] – The biggest reason you’re not seeing results:
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