Can you build muscle and shred fat at the same time? If you can, how is that even possible if you need to lose weight by being in a deficit and gain weight by being in a surplus? In today's episode we will be answering this question that I've been asked plenty of times in my days as a coach. I understand that losing weight can be difficult. I really understand how gaining muscle can be difficult. Let me tell you something before you listen to this episode, your journey will always be a trial and error path. Make sure you pay attention to every move you make, every failure you take, and every success you achieved. Key Takeaways: 1) What is a caloric deficit, maintenance phase, and surplus? What job does each achieve? 2) The secret to losing body fat and building muscle at the same time. 3) What the difference is in: gaining muscle & weight gain, and shredding body fat & losing weight. If you have any questions you want answered or wanting to talk to me directly, head over to: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/ask Check out all our partnerships: https://www.trainhardlivestrong.com/Partnerships Flex Pro Meals: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ : Code/ TrainHard to save 20% OFF Host: https://www.instagram.com/matthew_fitness_trainer/ Athletic Beings Training & Apparel: www.athleticbeings.com / www.athleticbeingstraining.com Podcast Website: www.trainhardlivestrong.com/podcast LiquidIV: Liquidiv.com / Code: TrainHard / Save 25% off your entire purchase FNX Fit: https://fnx.grsm.io/TrainHard / Code:Trainhard / Save 15% off your entire purchase Flex Pro Meals / 20% off your 1st order / Code: TrainHard: https://www.flexpromeals.com/ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/MatthewFitnessTrainer Train with Coach Matt Anywhere: www.EliteHIITPerformance.com