For this episode, I welcomed friend and client, Nate Joy, to discuss his experience with his cut that began in January. Nate has incredibly positive energy and it was a joy to work with him as a client. If you're thinking of starting a cut yourself, you'll definitely find this episode inspirational.   What we discussed:   Nate's backstory and why he decided to begin his bodybuilding endeavor (2:04) The importance of nutrition in bodybuilding (7:39) Working with a coach for weight loss and fitness goals (8:42) Managing knee issues (10:44) Keeping it simple and his weight loss and training progression (15:05) The power of mindset in achieving fitness goals (21:22) Reverse dieting and goal setting in bodybuilding (28:26) The importance of taking a break between competition preps (38:30) Nutrition's impact on health and fitness (40:41) The importance of tracking intake and remaining consistent and disciplined (46:06) Nate's experience working with a personal trainer and his desire to help others achieve their goals (52:41)   Where to learn more about Nate's journey:   Instagram If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!