Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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This video is the most important advice I learned about getting an aesthetic physique after 15 years of lifting weights.
Timestamps:
0:00 - What No One Told Me
0:45 - The Fat Loss Obsession Phase
1:33 - My First Big Disappointment
2:30 - The Reality of Losing Fat
3:31 - Switching To Building The Physique
4:18 - Muscle Building vs. Fat Loss
4:59 - What People Don’t Understand About Building Muscle
5:45 - Deciding To Get Shredded
6:24 - My Experience Getting Under 10% Body Fat
7:23 - Rethinking What’s Realistic as a Natural
8:04 - Physique Standards
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About this video:
Ever since I started lifting I had a goal of getting an aesthetic physique naturally. I wanted to be one of the guys with visible abs all year round, looking lean and being strong. And it took me years to learn how to get lean and finally get the aesthetic physique I wanted. It definitely wasn’t due to lack of trying. I was consistent with my training and diet. I prioritized sleep. Kept learning and I did the best I knew at the time.
The thing is, I didn’t have anyone to tell me what to expect or how to improve my routine. I was mostly figuring things out on my own and if I knew what I know today I would’ve been able to see results in the gym much sooner. So in this video I decided to share my brutally honest advice for building an aesthetic physique as a natural lifter and the most important things I’ve learned over the years.
About me:
My name is Mario Tomic. I help entrepreneurs and busy professionals get lean, gain muscle, and create systems for a sustainable healthy lifestyle long-term.
I started my fitness journey 15 years ago and have been coaching for 10 years. Most people don't know that my native language is Croatian and that I worked in computer science before starting my fitness company.
Disclaimer: Mario Tomic is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Mario Tomic will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, or illness.
Want Me To Coach You? Check out my program at fitnessmastery.com/?video=prh4RZXhJaE
This video is the most important advice I learned about getting an aesthetic physique after 15 years of lifting weights.
Timestamps:
0:00 - What No One Told Me
0:45 - The Fat Loss Obsession Phase
1:33 - My First Big Disappointment
2:30 - The Reality of Losing Fat
3:31 - Switching To Building The Physique
4:18 - Muscle Building vs. Fat Loss
4:59 - What People Don’t Understand About Building Muscle
5:45 - Deciding To Get Shredded
6:24 - My Experience Getting Under 10% Body Fat
7:23 - Rethinking What’s Realistic as a Natural
8:04 - Physique Standards
Subscribe here for more:
youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=shockingfit
Watch this next:
What I'd Do If I Had To Lose 40 Pounds of Body Fat youtube.com/watch?v=Kc1fCcoUnmg
About this video:
Ever since I started lifting I had a goal of getting an aesthetic physique naturally. I wanted to be one of the guys with visible abs all year round, looking lean and being strong. And it took me years to learn how to get lean and finally get the aesthetic physique I wanted. It definitely wasn’t due to lack of trying. I was consistent with my training and diet. I prioritized sleep. Kept learning and I did the best I knew at the time.
The thing is, I didn’t have anyone to tell me what to expect or how to improve my routine. I was mostly figuring things out on my own and if I knew what I know today I would’ve been able to see results in the gym much sooner. So in this video I decided to share my brutally honest advice for building an aesthetic physique as a natural lifter and the most important things I’ve learned over the years.
About me:
My name is Mario Tomic. I help entrepreneurs and busy professionals get lean, gain muscle, and create systems for a sustainable healthy lifestyle long-term.
I started my fitness journey 15 years ago and have been coaching for 10 years. Most people don't know that my native language is Croatian and that I worked in computer science before starting my fitness company.
Disclaimer: Mario Tomic is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Mario Tomic will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, or illness.
