147. Physique Optimization: Muscle Building & Fat Loss (Part I) | Joe Farese

Joe Farese is a natural-for-life pro bodybuilder who has competed for the last 36 years consecutively. He has also worked the past 36 years as a trainer and health coach for populations ranging from young athletes to seniors. Joe's recent bodybuilding resume includes: 2021 WNBF Pro Mr. Universe winner 2021 and 2022 Pro Masters Mr. America winner 2023 Pro Mr. America lightweight class winner and Grandmasters (50+) Mr America class winner In this episode, we discuss: -Background in bodybuilding and coaching -Competing at a high level -Pros/Cons of “bodybuilding mentality” -Specific training philosophies -Traditional bodybuilding vs “functional” training -Bodybuilding nutrition