From 19% to 9.7% body fat in just 3 months.... All Natural | Bruce Da Silva

He went from **19% to 9.7% body fat in just three months** and completed an Ironman—all while following a fully plant-based diet. How did he do it, and what can the rest of us learn from his incredible transformation? In this episode of the **Health & Real Estate Podcast**, I sit down with **Bruce Da Silva** to explore his inspiring journey into endurance sports, Ironman training, marathon running, plant-based nutrition, and transforming his body through discipline, consistency, and mindset. Bruce shares how he went from having limited swimming and cycling experience to taking on one of the most demanding endurance challenges in the world: an Ironman triathlon. We dive into his dramatic body fat reduction, the training systems he used, how he approached maintaining muscle while losing fat, and what he learned about the relationship between nutrition, recovery, and athletic performance. But this conversation goes beyond fitness. Bruce shares why having a powerful WHY, a clear system, and the determination to follow through can change nearly every area of your life. Whether you're interested in **losing body fat, building endurance, training for a marathon or Ironman, eating more plant-based foods, or developing a stronger mindset**, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration. 🏊 🚴 🏃 **IN THIS EPISODE:** - How Bruce went from 19% to 9.7% body fat in three months - Completing an Ironman on a fully plant-based diet - Training for an Ironman with limited swimming and cycling experience - How he progressed from running to endurance sports - Completing the Honolulu Marathon - His approach to burning fat while maintaining muscle - Understanding training zones and endurance performance - Why recovery and injury prevention matter - How Bruce incorporates strength training - The role of plant-based nutrition in his athletic performance - Why consistency beats relying on motivation - How to build a training system you can actually stick to - The importance of immediate wins and measurable progress - How your WHY can help you overcome difficult challenges - Bruce's perspective on veganism, ethics, and the environment - His future Ironman goals, coaching, and workshops **One of my favorite takeaways from Bruce:** "If you have determination, a strong WHY, and a system, you can accomplish anything." You don't have to become an Ironman athlete to benefit from the principles Bruce shares. Sometimes the biggest transformations start with making a commitment, building a system, and showing up consistently—even when you don't feel motivated. ⏱️ **CHAPTERS:** 00:00 – Introduction to Bruce DaSilva's Fitness Journey 03:04 – Discovering Ironman & Setting a Big Goal 06:30 – From Running to Endurance Sports 10:09 – Cycling & Endurance Training 13:07 – The Power of Commitment & Systems 14:49 – World Records & Future Ironman Goals 16:31 – Why Consistency Is Everything 19:17 – Completing the Honolulu Marathon 22:19 – Going From 19% to 9.7% Body Fat 26:01 – Maintaining Low Body Fat & Performance 28:17 – Training Zones & Fat-Burning Strategies 30:28 – Recovery & Injury Prevention 32:51 – Bruce's Strength Training Approach 34:40 – Losing Fat While Maintaining Muscle 36:46 – Confidence, Skills & Relationships 37:12 – Veganism & Ethical Living 39:24 – Animal Agriculture, Health & Environment 41:01 – Coaching & Client Success Stories 43:56 – Future Goals & Passion Projects 48:44 – Final Thoughts & Inspiration **Connect with Bruce Da Silva** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bruce\_dasilva Website: https://bruce-dasilva.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bruce\_dasilva 💚 **JOIN THE HEALTH & REAL ESTATE COMMUNITY** https://www.skool.com/health-and-real-estate-5034/about ✨ The quickest & most effective way to upgrade your health 💯 👉 https://link.sharepurium.com/BDRE **LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE** this Podcast/Episode 🎧 🎵 **Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/431XqBicEpreG0APkwx7bC 🍏 **Apple Podcasts:** https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-and-real-estate-podcast/id1810730652 🎥 **Youtube:** https://www.youtube.com/@HealthAndRealEstatePodcast Follow Health and Real Estate on IG: https://www.instagram.com/health.and.realestate/ ⚠️ **DISCLAIMER:** This is NOT medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making any health decisions! HASHTAGS: #Ironman #PlantBasedDiet #BodyTransformation #FatLoss #VeganAthlete #EnduranceTraining #IronmanTraining #MarathonTraining #PlantBasedAthlete #FitnessMotivation #VeganFitness #HealthyLifestyle #Nutrition #HealthAndWellness #BruceDaSilva