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

Kade Howell

Apply for a Live Fitness AuditIn 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 guys make when trying to eat healthy (but not seeing results)
 → How to optimize training for recomp with less volume and better recovery
 → Why fitness goes way beyond aesthetics—and how it can transform mental health

Whether you’re on day 1 or restarting again, this episode will give you a real-world look at what it takes to build muscle, lose fat, and create lasting change.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 → Intro: First-Ever Live Fitness Audit
03:12 → Matt’s Goals: Recomping After the Military
08:31 → Short-Term Targets: Lose 15 lbs in 90 Days
13:04 → Motivation & Mindset: Why Now Is the Time
17:56 → What’s Been Holding Him Back?
20:32 → Current Routine: Schedule, Training, Nutrition
26:53 → Protein, Calories & the Truth About Macros
34:36 → Reworking the Plan: Meal Prep > Extra Workouts
38:47 → Training Adjustments: Quality > Quantity
41:25 → Final Thoughts & Game Plan

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