1840: Eleven Steps to a Single-Digit Body Fat Percentage

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss how to drop to a single-digit body fat percentage.

• The difference between being in “shape” and being “shredded.” (2:24)
• Why Mind Pump doesn’t recommend this for MOST people. (8:38)
• Eleven Steps to a Single Digit Body Fat Percentage.
• #1 - Recognize it’s temporary (or suffer the consequences/have a back-out plan). (10:19)
• #2 - Become obsessively consistent (1% gain from 5% is obvious versus from 12%) tracking. (17:45)
• #3 - Cycle carbs (non-essential). (22:37)
• #4 - Protein must stay high. (26:35)
• #5 - Lift weights for strength not “burning.” (31:24)
• #6 - Avoid cardio until it’s necessary. (39:43)
• #7 - Learn to live with hunger. (43:53)
• #8 - Sleep and stress must be perfect. (46:18)
• #9 - Don’t let water changes freak you out. (49:44)
• #10 - The scale lies. (53:12) 
• #11 - Supplements become more important. (55:55)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout**
• Father’s Day Special: Free Shipping on all apparel and equipment for $150.00 or more 6/10-6/24
• June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout**
• Mind Pump #785: Dr. Layne Norton On Taking Charge Of Your Diet, Metabolism & Relationship With Food
• Carb Cycling: A Good Way To Lose Fat? - Mind Pump Blog
• The Benefits Of Carb Cycling – Mind Pump Show
• Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout**
• Mind Pump #1815: Improving Fat Loss, Muscle Gain And Fitness With Continuous Glucose Monitors
• Mind Pump #1757: The Truth About The Anabolic Window & Protein Timing
• MAPS Fitness Products
• Cardio Sucks for Fat Loss – Mind Pump Blog
• How Much Cardio Should I be Doing if I Want to Get Shredded? - Mind Pump Blog
• Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog
• Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
• Mind Pump Free Resources

People Mentioned

• Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram
• Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral)  Instagram