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16 weeks

The Executive Recomp

-14kg body fat, +8kg on squat 1RM

42-year-old finance executive drops 14kg while building strength, despite 60+ hour work weeks.

The Goal

Lose significant body fat while maintaining muscle mass, improve energy levels for demanding career, and fit into wedding suit from 10 years ago.

The Challenges

  • 60+ hour work weeks with frequent travel
  • Limited gym access (hotel gyms only)
  • Business dinners 3-4 times per week
  • Previous back injury from rugby days
James M. transformation result

Training Approach

3x per week full-body sessions designed for hotel gyms. Focus on compound movements with injury-proofing protocols. Progressive overload tracked via app with video form checks. Added 10,000 daily steps target for NEAT.

Nutrition Strategy

Flexible macro targets (not rigid meal plans). Restaurant dining guidelines provided. Focus on protein-first eating with strategic carb timing around training. No foods off-limits — sustainable approach.

The Results

Starting weight: 98kg → Ending weight: 84kg

Body fat: ~28% → ~16%

Waist: 40" → 34"

Energy levels: 3/10 → 8/10 (self-reported)

Sleep quality dramatically improved

Transformation Gallery

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"I've tried every PT in London. This is the first time I've actually kept the weight off. The system just works."
James M.

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