Late 40s fat Novice

[Keith Pranklin]

Recently watched SS Radio where the idea of fat loss was discussed and if you’re a novice you shouldn’t really worry about cutting. I understood this was for the young guys on the programme but does this advice go for me too? I’m not new to training but I am a novice and on the NLP after a lay-off.
I’m 48, 5’10, 243lb. Last session was;
Squat 270 3x5
Bench 170 3x5
Deadlift 303 1x5
Forgive the odd numbers, I’m in the U.K. and I’ve converted kilos to LBS.
I ask as I’m not overly worried about the belly but my waste is over 40 inches. Should I seek to drop some of the belly with a calorie deficit or just get on with getting the numbers up and worry later?
Thank you.

[Robert Santana]

You'd probably be able to lose some without any issue. Remember, The Book also recommends it for guys carrying too much weight.

[Keith Pranklin]

Thanks Robert, I’m on it.

[Robert Santana]

You are welcome!