The Body Recomp Podcast | Beyond Fitness

<p>The Body Recomp Podcast is where smart lifters (like you) go to learn what actually works for losing fat and building muscle. No fads. No quick fixes. Just real, evidence-based strategies to get leaner, stronger, healthier... and more jacked, of course.</p><p><br /></p><p>I’m your host, Kade Howell — a coach, father, husband, and wiener dog dad/connoisseur. After coaching hundreds of clients to transform through body recomposition, I’m here to share the training, nutrition, and lifestyle principles that cut through the noise and actually create lasting change.</p><p><br /></p><p>Thank you for being here, and I hope you enjoy the show!</p>

The Ultimate Pre-Workout Warm-Up for Muscle Growth & Body Recomp | Ep. 119

→ Get a FREE Month of Coaching (Podcast Special) | What’s the best warm-up for muscle growth? Most people waste time foam rolling, stretching, or jogging before lifting. In this episode, we break down what the science (and real-world experience) says about warm-ups that actually improve training performance. You’ll learn why most warm-ups don’t help (or even hurt progress), how to structure yours for strength and hypertrophy, and the exact warm-up protocol we use with clients for better resul...

09-24
25:29

Bulking vs Recomping: Can You Build Muscle Without Getting Fat? | Ep. 118

→ Body Recomp Coaching (Now HSA/FSA eligible) | Does bulking actually lead to more muscle growth than eating at maintenance / recomping? Today we're diving into the latest research comparing small and large calorie surpluses vs eating at maintenance to answer that exact question. You’ll learn what the research actually shows, why traditional bulking might not be necessary, and the best approach to build muscle (without getting fat). Timestamps: 00:10 – Is bulking dead? 01:20 – HSA/FSA...

09-17
27:31

How to Recomp with Limited Time & No Gym: Busy Dad Fitness Audit | Ep. 117

→ Apply for a Live Fitness Audit | In this episode, Kade coaches Michael—a father of two with limited time and a home gym setup—through a full fitness audit to optimize his training, nutrition, and long-term strategy. Whether you're a busy parent or just want to train smarter from home, this episode will give you real-world takeaways you can apply right away. Topics covered include: → How to simplify your routine while still building muscle → Smarter splits for time-constrained li...

05-02
51:38

The Skinny Fat Trap: 5 Mistakes to Avoid & How to Recomp | Ep. 116

→ Apply for Body Recomp Coaching | If you’ve ever felt stuck between “too skinny” and “too soft,” this episode will help you build muscle, lose fat, and create a physique you’re proud of. Kade dives deep into the biggest "skinny fat" mistakes and what to do instead, including: → Why relying on the scale alone will keep you frustrated → How eating too little can backfire and cost you muscle → The real difference between high-rep “fat burning” workouts and effective training → Why cardi...

04-23
29:35

Live Fitness Audit: Recomping a Stranger in 43 Minutes | Ep. 115

→ Apply for a Live Fitness Audit | In this brand new series, Kade sits down with real people to break down their goals, troubleshoot sticking points, and map out a clear plan to recomp—live on the podcast. In this episode, Navy Veteran Matt joins Kade for a raw, unfiltered coaching call where they dive deep into: → The realistic timeline and strategy to drop 10% body fat → Whether to prioritize cardio, steps, or macros for sustainable fat loss → Common mistakes gu...

04-09
43:12

Why Your Workouts Might Suck (And What to Do Instead) w/ Coach Dawson | Ep. 114

→ 7-Day Transform Coaching Trial | In this episode, Kade is joined by Coach Dawson to break down how to choose and structure the right training plan. They share real client examples, common mistakes, and how to tailor your workouts to your schedule, recovery, and goals. Timestamps: 00:00 → Intro & Dawson’s Favorite Training Split 02:50 → The Ideal 4-Day Split for Real-Life Results 06:30 → Why Cardio May Actually Help Your Muscle Gains 08:00 → Full Body Training with No Dedicated Leg...

04-03
57:05

Picking the Perfect Training Split for Body Recomposition | Ep. 113

→ Apply for a Live Fitness Audit | In this solo episode, Kade breaks down one of the most common questions in fitness: “How many days a week should I train?” Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been lifting for years, the right training split can make or break your results. Kade walks you through: → The pros and cons of training 2 to 6 days per week → How to structure your split based on goals, recovery, and schedule → Why most people overtrain or burn out—and how to avoid it → ...

03-27
51:22

Get Fit with Less: NOT Tracking Macros, Training Smarter > Harder, Recovery Tips & More w/ Coach Jake | Ep. 112

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In this episode, Kade is joined by Coach Jake to break down how to get great results with minimal time in the gym or kitchen—perfect for those juggling work, family, and life. They cover: → Minimalist training tactics – How to build muscle in just 2-3 short workouts per week → Sleep & recovery hacks – Why optimizing rest is the ultimate fitness hack → Stress management for busy people – How to manage fatigue, avoid burnout, and stay consistent → T...

03-19
59:59

Body Recomposition Secrets: Best Training Strategies w/ Coach Dawson l Ep. 111

→ Free Coaching Trial | Unlock the keys to effective training, muscle growth, and sustainable body recomposition. → Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Episode Overview: In today’s episode, we break down the essentials of training for body recomposition and muscle growth with Coach Dawson Blades. We’ll cover: • Training Fundamentals: Consistency, effort, and progressive overload are important for building muscle. • Common Mistake...

03-05
01:19:28

Fitness Success 101: Mindset Transformation, Motivation, Habits, & Goal-Setting | Ep. 110

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | Transforming Your Fitness Mindset: Motivation, Discipline, Habits, and Goal Setting → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Episode Overview: In today’s episode, we’re diving into the mindset side of fitness—something I don’t talk about often but believe is at the core of everything. We’ll explore key topics like: Motivation vs. Discipline: Why motivation isn’t enough and how to turn healthy habits into non-negotiables.Goal Setting...

01-27
16:59

Recomp Strategies, Breaking Fat Loss Plateaus, Calculating Macros & Calories, Balancing Cardio/Lifting & More - Q&A with Coach Jake | Ep. 109

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | Navigating Plateaus, Recomp Strategies, Optimal Cardio for Fat Loss & More → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram In this episode, we dive into a wide range of fitness topics, starting with personal updates and recent podcast milestones. We discuss how to overcome weight loss plateaus, timing calorie changes for optimum weight loss or muscle growth, and whether running or walking is better for fat loss. The episode also addresses...

12-16
01:01:59

Maximize Gains in Minimal Time: Time-Efficient Hypertrophy Training | Ep. 108

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | If you want to build muscle and lose fat without spending endless hours in the gym, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to maximize your results in minimal time. Enjoy! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Keywords: Build muscle, lose fat, time-efficient workouts, maximize results, minimal gym time, effective fitness strategies, fat loss tips, muscle growth tips, fitness progress, quick workouts. → Get a FREE Month of Coa...

10-21
23:14

Transforming Your Physique (Guest Episode with Tim Gurule) | Ep. 107

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | Today's episode was recorded on The Dynamis Podcast with my good friend Tim Gurule. We talked all things training, nutrition, fat loss, muscle growth, and more. Enjoy the episode! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Tim's Links: | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Events⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Keywords: Body recomposition ...

08-20
01:04:32

The Ultimate Guide to Fixing 'Skinny Fat' (How to Get Lean & Muscular) | Ep. 106

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In this episode, we're covering everything you need to know to fix 'skinny fat'. If you want to build muscle AND lose fat to get a more lean, muscular look, this episode is for you! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Keywords: Fix skinny fat, build muscle, lose fat, lean muscular look, body recomposition, fitness transformation, muscle growth, fat loss strategies, lean physique, fitness tips. → Get a FREE Month of Coaching (Podc...

07-16
31:26

Balancing Fitness & Travel: Enjoy Vacation Without Sacrificing Fat Loss or Muscle Growth Progress | Ep. 105

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | This episode is all about enjoying vacation without sacrificing your fitness progress. We go over tips and strategies for managing weight gain, setting the right expectations, the importance of taking breaks from a strict routine, and practical advice to continue making fat loss / muscle growth progress while traveling. Enjoy the episode! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Keywords: Vacation fitness tips, managing weight gain, f...

07-08
29:45

10 Common Lifting/Fitness Myths (and Truths) | Ep. 104

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In this episode, we tackle 10 common lifting myths that many people (including myself) have believed at some point. From the effectiveness of high reps vs low reps, the importance of soreness, the necessity of specific exercises, to the role of cardio in muscle growth—we're covering a lot in this episode. Tune in to learn the truth and how to optimize your lifting routine! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Keywords: Lifting myt...

06-10
32:54

Mastering Mini Cuts: A Guide to Fast & Efficient Fat Loss | Ep. 103

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In this episode, we're talking about mini cuts (aggressive, short-term fat loss phases). Kade shares personal insights from his own mini cut experiences, covering the fundamentals of what mini cuts are, who they are suitable for, and their intended purpose. Tune in to learn about the importance of planning, the ideal duration for a mini cut, effective tactics for managing hunger and maintaining muscle, and much more. Enjoy the episode! → FREE Body Recom...

05-28
31:57

Realistic Rates of Muscle Gain, Women vs Men Training, Endurance vs Muscle Growth, Best Time of Day to Workout, & More - Q&A | Ep. 102

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In this Q&A episode, Kade answers questions from listeners covering topics such as: Average rates of muscle gain, the best time of day to workout, how women should train vs men, training for endurance and muscle growth, what age muscle growth declines, how to warm up in the gym, how much cardio to do, and more. Enjoy! → FREE Body Recomp Transformation Guide → Kade's Instagram Keywords: Q&A fitness episode, muscle gain rates, best workout time,...

05-20
52:40

The Complete Guide to Body Recomposition - How to Lose Fat AND Build Muscle (Nutrition, Supplements, & Lifestyle): Part 2 | Ep. 101

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | In part 2 of The Complete Guide to Body Recomposition, Kade provides a comprehensive overview of body recomposition, focusing on nutrition, sleep, stress management, supplements, and activity levels. He explains how to set your calories and macros, how to adjust your nutrition as your body changes, the different components of metabolism and how to "boost" your metabolism for easier fat loss, along with supplements like protein powder, creatine, caffeine,...

04-29
01:25:29

The Complete Guide to Body Recomposition - How to Lose Fat AND Build Muscle: Part 1 | Ep. 100

→ Apply for 1-1 Body Recomp Coaching | Episode 100!! In this episode, coach Kade dives into the topic of body recomposition. He explains that it is possible to build muscle and lose fat simultaneously, and outlines the four types of body recomposition. Kade covers everything you need to know about training for body recomp, including volume, intensity, exercise selection, and more. Stay tuned for part two, where we'll cover nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle factors for losing fat while bui...

04-22
01:02:11

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