In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin dissect the claim that weight lifting is a waste of time.
- Debunking the argument, in a recent Ben Greenfield podcast, that weight lifting is a waste of time. (2:53)
- Why practicing “the skill” of an exercise is extremely important to get good. (7:45)
- The complexity of intensity and its effect on the central nervous system. (11:13)
- The misleading nature of clickbait. (13:56)
- How free-weights are among the most versatile pieces of equipment around! (16:55)
- The mistake of valuing a workout from the workout perceptive and not from the skill perceptive. (19:15)
- The importance of the transfer to the real world. (22:32)
- The balance and stability factor that is provided by free-weights. (24:10)
- Why athletes choose free-weights over resistance bands. (26:15)
- Why Mind Pump does not advocate ANYONE going to failure. (29:15)
- Mind Pump on the value of training in all modalities. (32:06)
- Cashing in on timing. (34:23)
- When it comes to training your body, your best bet is having the RIGHT programming. (37:30)
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