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PT. 1: Brandon DaCruz - Are Women More Capable Of Body Recomposition Than Men? (The Science + Coaching Experience)

April 17, 2026 • Jeremiah Bair • Episode 593

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Brandon DaCruz joins the show to explore the science behind why women seem to be much better at body recomposition (losing fat + building muscle) than men. We also discuss training, nutrition, & lifestyle strategies to optimize your ability to recomp + common mistakes to avoid.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Body Recomposition

01:11 Defining Body Recomposition

05:32 Myths and Misconceptions about Body Recomposition

11:58 Factors Influencing Body Recomposition

17:31 Physiological Advantages for Women in Recomposition

25:03 Substrate Utilization Differences between Genders

29:10 Physiological Differences in Training: Men vs. Women

36:55 Common Mistakes Women Make in Training and Nutrition

46:51 The Importance of Patience and Consistency in Recomp

54:00 Coaching Insights: Programming and Nutrition for Women

58:28 Final Thoughts on Achieving Body Recomposition