The overwhelming majority of people that begin a journey of health and performance have weight / fat loss as their underlying motivator. But for many of them, a fat loss phase might not be an appropriate starting point.  On this episode of MTMM Radio, Ben and Kat talk through the fundamental considerations that often go unmentioned and need to be addressed before embarking on a deliberate fat loss phase, including: - Assessing dietary history to determine appropriateness of a more regimented approach to nutrition and training - Understanding the true and honest motivation for fat loss - Setting timelines for milestones, achievement and diet breaks as necessary - Proper road map planning into and out of, the fat loss phase - 'Earning' you cut with extended time at maintenance to practice consistency of behavioural application before increasing the degree of difficulty.  As always, we assess each client on their particular individual histories, needs and circumstances - and if you need some assistance in your planning or execution of your nutrition plan, you can reach us at www.marriedtomymacros.com Support the show (http://www.marriedtomymacros.com)