Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle Overhaul: The Ultimate Guide to Fat Loss

I’ve read and reviewed dozens of weight loss plans and Tom Venuto’s Burn The Fat, Feed The Muscle has to be one of the most comprehensive and detailed guides to fat loss I’ve come across. Tom has poured over 20 years of experience and knowledge into this e-book and leaves nothing out of it. He really might be the only fat loss guide one needs to read.

Being a 7 time natural bodybuilding champion, there is no one who understands fat loss better than Tom. After all, anyone who can get down to 3.7% body fat without compromising muscle loss really knows what he’s talking about.

There are no gimmicks, scientific jargon, or unrealistic promises. The plan is written for the average person to understand and follow, and is based on sound fat loss principles. Primarily, the program is based on “calories in vs. calories out.” Tom believes that each person can be grouped into specific body types and that once he understands his body type, he can figure out the exact ratios of calories and micronutrients his body needs to create a calorie deficit and lose weight.

Most of the eBook is dedicated to understanding nutrition and by the end of the diet section you will feel like an expert on carbs, fats and protein. He’ll learn which foods to choose, which to avoid, when and how often to eat, and how much of each type is best for his body and his goals.

In addition to taking an in-depth look at nutrition, Tom also goes over other key elements of his plan such as motivation, goal setting, measuring body fat, tracking progress, as well as exercise and training.

The exercise and training part is based on a lot of theory, so those looking for specific exercise routines with instructions on how to perform each exercise may be disappointed. However, Tom provides his top 5 exercises for each muscle group and also offers a suggested plan for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. He will just need to learn the proper form of each exercise on his own. An easy way to do this is to ask a trainer at the gym or watch a YouTube video about the exercise he wants to learn.

Supplements are not essential for the burn the fat plan, but a multivitamin and omega 3 supplement is suggested. Meal replacement bars or drinks are also recommended for those who do not have enough time to prepare meals or eat.