In this episode of Muscle Minds, Scott Stevenson and Scott McNally are joined by Chris Barakat, MS, ATC, CISSN to dive deep into the science of body recomposition—building muscle while losing fat. They break down training, nutrition, and contest prep strategies backed by research and real-world experience. Learn how to apply evidence-based methods to achieve your best physique yet.0:00 Intro – Understanding Body Recomposition and How to Build Muscle While Losing Fat5:42 The Science of Muscle Growth & Fat Loss – Evidence-Based Breakdown with Chris Barakat10:13 Nutrition Strategies for Body Recomp – Protein, Calories, and Timing Explained15:05 Training Techniques That Maximize Muscle Gain and Fat Loss20:10 How Training Experience Impacts Body Recomposition Results24:58 Setting Realistic Goals for Your Body Transformation Journey29:58 Contest Prep Challenges – Managing Fatigue, Recovery, and Expectations35:01 Auto-Regulation in Training – Listening to Your Body for Better Progress41:17 Lessons from Competing – What Bodybuilding Teaches About Adaptation46:25 Future of Bodybuilding Research and Evidence-Based Training Insights✅ Study : https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/fulltext/2020/10000/body_recomposition__can_trained_individuals_build.3.aspx✅ Follow Chris : https://www.instagram.com/christopher.barakat/✅ Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach Hard Cover ( TB affiliate link)https://amzn.to/47figyT🔴 Reach out to Scott or Scott for consults or coaching : Dr Scott = http://www.byobbcoach.com Scott = mcnallydiets@gmail.com 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/xb9tSilOz5k