Wits & Weights | Smart Science to Build Muscle and Lose Fat
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For skeptics of the fitness industry who want to work smarter and more efficiently to build muscle and lose fat. Wits & Weights cuts through the noise and deconstructs health and fitness with an engineering mindset to help you develop a strong, lean physique without wasting time.
Nutrition coach Philip Pape explores EFFICIENT strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to optimize your body composition. Simple, science-based, and sustainable info from an engineer turned lifter (that's why they call him the Physique Engineer).
From restrictive fad diets to ineffective workouts and hyped-up supplements, there's no shortage of confusing information out there.
Getting in the best shape of your life doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. By using your WITS (mindset and systems!) and lifting WEIGHTS (efficiently!), you can build muscle, lose stubborn fat, and achieve and maintain your dream physique.
We bring you smart and efficient strategies for movement, metabolism, muscle, and mindset. You'll learn:
- Why fat loss is more important than weight loss for health and physique
- Why all the macros (protein, fats, and yes even carbs) are critical to body composition
- Why you don't need to spend more than 3 hours in the gym each week to get incredible results
- Why muscle (not weight loss) is the key to medicine, obesity, and longevity
- Why age and hormones (even in menopause) don't matter with the right lifestyle
- How the "hidden" psychology of your mind can unlock more personal (and physical) growth than you ever thought possible, and how to tap into that mindset
If you're ready to separate fact from fiction, learn what actually works, and put in the intelligent work, hit that "follow" button and let's engineer your best physique ever!
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Join Wits & Weights Physique University and get courses, coaching, community, and live masterclasses to build a sustainable system for your ideal physique (fat loss, muscle building, and metabolism)! Just $67 bi-weekly. Cancel anytime.–Have you been stuck in a loop of counting calories, tracking points, or relying on prepackaged diet plans, only to feel dissatisfied with your results? What if the numbers you’re obsessing over are holding you back? Could focusing on different metrics unloc...
This is an early release of Episode 1 of Nutrition Science Daily, a brand new 5-minute daily morning podcast from Wits & Weights delivering you the latest in nutrition, fat loss, and health science. Available every weekday by 6 a.m. ET.Follow now to get the first 5 episodes THIS WEEK! --Is maple syrup the ultimate sweetener? New research suggests that swapping refined sugar for pure maple syrup may lower blood sugar, reduce abdominal fat, improve gut health, and even support hea...
Take control of your fitness, nutrition, and fat loss before the New Year with our Black Friday / Cyber Monday bundle! Get 6 months of 1:1 coaching (+1 bonus month for 7 months total), custom workouts, and exclusive bonuses for 75% off, but only until Monday December 2 at midnight Eastern with code BF50:https://www.witsandweights.com/black-friday-bundleJoin the free Wits & Weights Facebook group for community support, live Q&As, and exlusive content--You've probably heard that the ave...
Ready to match your effort to your physique goals? Get evidence-based strategies that work by joining my FREE email list at witsandweights.com/email—Are you training hard but feel like you're getting nowhere? Wondering why your effort isn’t translating into results? What does it take to get to level 10 in fitness or life?Philip (@witsandweights) connects with Kevin Palmieri, co-host of the globally-ranked Next Level University podcast with over 1,900 episodes. Kevin opens up about his journey...
Download my free muscle-Building Nutrition Blueprint (free and newly updated) to optimize your carb intake for maximum muscle growth—If you've been told that protein is all you need to protect your hard-earned muscle mass, you're missing a crucial piece of the muscle-building puzzle.Learn how the engineering concept of Material Elasticity reveals the hidden superpower of carbs! The often-vilified carbohydrate macro has a superpower that prevents muscle breakdown, especially during fat lo...
Take control of your fitness, nutrition, and fat loss before the New Year with our Black Friday / Cyber Monday bundle! Get 6 months of 1:1 coaching (+1 bonus month for 7 months total), custom workouts, and exclusive bonuses for 75% off, but only until Monday December 2 at midnight Eastern with code BF50:https://www.witsandweights.com/black-friday-bundle--Welcome to a special Thanksgiving edition of Weird Q&A, where I answer three offbeat questions about health and fitness, covering nutrit...
Try our new FREE calculators for Energy Expenditure (TDEE) for fat loss and muscle building, body fat percentage, and more at witsandweights.com/calculators__Is mindless phone scrolling harming your health? Could social media platforms be rewiring your brain against your fitness progress? How can you turn your smartphone into a fitness ally instead of an enemy?Philip (@witsandweights) ventures into the hidden ways social media impacts your health, from disrupted sleep and increased cortisol t...
Download Boostcamp for free (use code witsandweights) and get instant access to 70+ workout plans from evidence-based coaches, or go to boostcamp.com/#witsandweights.—Do you struggle with program hopping and sticking to a plan? Could a personalized app transform your training routine? What if tracking your training metrics was the key to unlocking your potential?Philip (@witsandweights) connects with Michael Liu, the co-founder of Boostcamp, a cutting-edge app designed to make evidence-based ...
Download my free guide to eating out, traveling, parties, and more or go to witsandweights.com/free to navigate the chaos of holidays and dining out—Tired of stressing about holiday food choices and being told to "just control your portions"?Learn how the engineering concept of Entropy reveals why fighting against holiday chaos usually backfires. Instead, discover how to build a robust system that can handle any amount of disorder while still making progress.By understanding how entropy affec...
Join my FREE mailing list at witsandweights.com/email to learn more about lifting weights, workout programs, and tips for strength training and building muscle!—Could lifting heavy weights be the key to stronger bones and a longer life? What if you could reverse bone loss—even in your 70s?Philip (@witsandweights) tackles one of the most overlooked aspects of health: bone density. Learn why the traditional advice about osteoporosis falls short and discover the science-backed power of strength ...
Download the free Progressive Overload guide or go to witsandweights.com/free to learn about progressive overload, why it’s important, and how to use it to maximize your muscle gains.—Are you pushing to failure in every workout but not seeing the gains you want? Do you think longevity in bodybuilding means constantly increasing intensity? What if smarter, more mindful training could unlock sustainable progress without constant burnout?Philip (@witsandweights) sits down with Jeff Alberts, the ...
Join Physique University—Your wearable says you got 8 hours of sleep, but you're still waking up exhausted. Your sleep efficiency looks good, but your energy levels tell a different story.Learn the 7 key sleep metrics that actually matter for muscle gains and fat loss, plus how to use Root Cause Analysis, an engineering method that reveals the true sources of poor sleep quality hiding beneath your data.Whether you're dealing with low energy, poor recovery, or sleep numbers that don't match ho...
📲 For the exact steps to set up your next bulking phase for substantial muscle gains, download my free Muscle-Building Nutrition Blueprint (updated for 2025) or go to witsandweights.com/free.Can you build muscle faster than we thought... WITHOUT gaining more fat as you bulk? What if the current advice to on rate of gain is actually holding you back?Philip (@witsandweights) shares groundbreaking research that shows you can gain muscle faster than you thought - without getting bogged down...
→ Join Physique UniversityWelcome to another Weird Q&A, where I answer three offbeat questions about health and fitness, covering nutrition, training, and mindset. Have a weird question you'd like answered? Send your question as a text message and I'll answer it on the show!Today's questions:Can you burn a significant number of calories by fidgeting or tapping your foot all day?Can watching horror movies help you burn calories due to increased heart rate?Can you build muscle by only worki...
📲 Download your free Nutrition 101 Guide to Body Composition to master your nutrition plan for sustainable fat loss, muscle gain, and improved health, plus support your workouts, or go to witsandweights.com/freeCan the specific foods you eat transform your mental well-being? Does nutrition hold the key to unlocking mental resilience?Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, a PhD researcher and New York Times bestselling author, to discuss the powerful relationship between nutri...
To build your best physique through proper exercise technique (including free form video checks!), join our free Facebook community at facebook.com/groups/witsandweightsAre you quick to abandon exercises that don't feel quite right? Maybe bench press bothers your shoulders, rows don't hit your back, or squats just feel unstable.The typical advice is to "just find another exercise." But before you give up on a movement that could be great for your goals, there's an engineering solution you nee...
What if the key to maximizing your strength and muscle is based on how you vote?No, not for president or your local politicians, but between two important choices:Volume vs. IntensityLet's settle the long-standing debate: do you cast your “vote” for volume—stacking up work (reps, sets, tonnage, and skill development) to build a solid foundation? Or do you go all-in on intensity, focusing on heavy, high-effort lifts to push the envelope and increase your max force production?Main Takeaway...
Are you curious about blood flow restriction (BFR) training but unsure how to get results? Or have you tried it and felt it fell short of expectations? Philip (@witsandweights) dives into a complete, practical guide to incorporating BFR training for maximum muscle growth. He breaks down the science and technique behind BFR, sharing tips on equipment selection, limb placement, and programming that ensure your BFR efforts pay off. Plus, he has a free, downloadable guide on BFR training with pro...
Are nagging injuries and joint pain holding back your progress in the gym? Are you concerned about lifting as you get older, or simply want to stay strong for life? Philip (@witsandweights) connects with Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, a seasoned powerlifter, coach, and physician. Together, they tackle the reality of aging and training, providing practical strategies to help you build a resilient body that can stand the test of time. Whether you're new to lifting or an experienced lifter facing setbac...
Is that scoop of protein powder helping you build muscle, or is it just being wasted and turned into sugar and fat? Today, we're using the engineering concept of Input-Output Systems to bust this common protein myth and help you make informed decisions about your protein intake and supplements like whey and pea/rice powder.Listener Sara S. asked about claims that protein powder isn't used by the body and is instead converted to sugar and fat. Learn about the science of protein metabolism and ...
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I want to like this podcast, he seems like he knows his stuff, but he's one of those Americans who uses his voice in such a way that he sounds like he's shouting. Constantly. I guess it's meant to be 'peppy' or something, but unfortunately for me it makes him un-listenable. Mr Pape, you know the benefit of coaching, talk to a voice coach, they can really help you sound and be more relaxed in your vocalisations. Suspect it will greatly help your podcast numbers, especially outside the US. Cheers.