Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
0:00- Intro
1:30- High dose creatine
13:00- How does one know they’ve reached 10% body fat?
23:00- What is your best body fat / body weight performance ratio for strength?
27:30- What to do when you hit a fat loss plateau?
33:00- How much do genetics vary when it comes to fat loss and muscle gain
42:50- After a cut, how quickly should one increase calories?
51:00- How to avoid injuries with progressive overload
59:15- How do you determine how far below maintenance to go during a cut
1:02:15- Is lean bulking a reasonable strategy at 18-20% body fat?
1:06:15- Running with lifting performance
1:12:40- Do you need to workout to retain muscle during a cut, or can you just eat more protein?
1:19:15- Do you believe the macros you consume should be taken in a certain order?
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0:00- Intro
1:30- High dose creatine
13:00- How does one know they’ve reached 10% body fat?
23:00- What is your best body fat / body weight performance ratio for strength?
27:30- What to do when you hit a fat loss plateau?
33:00- How much do genetics vary when it comes to fat loss and muscle gain
42:50- After a cut, how quickly should one increase calories?
51:00- How to avoid injuries with progressive overload
59:15- How do you determine how far below maintenance to go during a cut
1:02:15- Is lean bulking a reasonable strategy at 18-20% body fat?
1:06:15- Running with lifting performance
1:12:40- Do you need to workout to retain muscle during a cut, or can you just eat more protein?
1:19:15- Do you believe the macros you consume should be taken in a certain order?
@MarioTomicOfficial Youtube: youtube.com/@MarioTomicOfficial
Mario IG: instagram.com/mariotomich
Website and Coaching: brainsandgainspodcast.com
Instagram: instagram.com/dave_maconi
LEVELS AFFILIATE LINK:
levels.link/DRMACONI
BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: bulksupplements.com/discount/BRAINSANDGAINS?rfsn=6983148.dbf140&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6983148.dbf140
Discount code: BRAINSANDGAINS
Boostcamp Link and Program:
https://www.boostcamp.app#Maconi10
https://www.boostcamp.app/coaches/dr-dave-maconi/bench-overhead-press-specialization#Maconi10
^Use code Maconi10 when you sign up for FREE programs + 2 weeks free for Boostcamp PRO
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-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!
Hormone testing and other panels:
30% off coupon: BRAINS
Male hormone tests: trylgc.com/brains
Home page: trylgc.com/brainshome
Female Hormone Panels: trylgc.com/brainsandgainsfemale
