YOU WANT TO build more muscle. And you want to blast fat. And most of the bro-science out there will tell you that that simply can’t be done.
The science of body recomposition says otherwise. Regular guys can muscle up and slim down all at once. You can have it all—as long as you have serious gym dedication, a hyper-nuanced workout, and a nutrition plan.And that’s exactly why we’re giving you a masterclass in body recomp, which is the holy grail of gym goals. Just sign up for Men’s Health MVP Premium now to crush your body recomp journey, and get your 2025 off to an electric start.
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Over the course of six videos, all of which are available right here, we’re covering everything you need to dominate a full-body transformation. We’ll walk you through a full four-days-a-week body recomp workout program, and dive deep on the critical nutrition tips that’ll fuel your success. You’ll also get a full breakdown of the science of body recomp from strength coach Dave Rienzi (who’s worked with Dwayne Johnson, among others) and bodybuilder Dr. Pat Davidson, and you’ll see firsthand exactly how hard you’ll have to push yourself to in every workout. MH fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., guides you through the entire experience, telling you exactly what you need to do, while also educating you on why it works so you can stay on track for years after taking on this program.
Each video is available right here, as well as in our All Out Studio app, meaning you can easily access your body recomp content on the go.
This Body Recomp program is one of six deep-dive fitness journeys we’ll take you on in 2025, setting you up to move, look, and feel your best and fueling your body to the muscle it needs for longevity. Sign up for MVP Premium to access them all.
YOUR EXPERTS
Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S.
Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. has been Men’s Health fitness director for the last five years, and he’s trained everyone from firefighters to pro athletes to CEOs, helping all build muscle and strength. He’ll teach you how to perfect your exercise technique and train hard while avoiding injury.
Dave Rienzi
Dave Rienzi is a pro bodybuilder and a strength and conditioning coach. He’s worked with stars like Dwayne Johnson and Henry Cavill. He preaches a sustainable training style that lets men of all ages build muscle and strength.
Dr. Pat Davidson, Ph.D.
Dr. Pat Davidson, Ph.D., is a bodybuilder and former college professor. He relies on a science-based approach to fitness and training, leveraging the latest research to build cutting-edge workout programs.
Dezi Abeyta, R.D
Dezi Abeyta, R.D. is an Arizona-based dietician who works with professional athletes and average guys. He helps you dial in muscle-building nutrition – while still enjoying every meal you eat.
Samuel, Rienzi, and Davidson break down the science of body recomp.
The exercises you must master for body recomposition.
Our busy-guy workout program for building muscle and shredding fat.
5 traps to avoid on a body recomp journey.
How to eat for body recomp, whether you’re home or on the road.
Watch fitness editor Brett Williams train with body recomp intensity.
Need a bigger push to reach your body recomp goals? Our follow-along workouts, available exclusively to MVP Premium members, are the key, helping you add intensity to your training (as you do in our Dadbod Shred program), hone your mobility (15-Minute Mobility) and supercharge your athleticism (Kettle Hell).
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Dave Rienzi: Courtesy Mikkel Aranas; Dr. Pat Davidson, Ph.D.: Courtesy Davidson; Dad-Bod Shred: Courtesy Justin Steele; 15-Minute Mobility: Courtesy Ruben Chamorro; Kettlehell: Courtesy Men’s Health
