Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2609: Five Times It’s Better to NOT Add Weight to the Bar & More (Listener Live Coaching)
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May 31, 2025 Discover why sometimes it's better to skip adding weight during workouts, focusing instead on technique and safety. Explore the surprising cognitive benefits of taking breaks from smartphones and how food technology can mimic favorite flavors. Learn about innovative music experiences that connect artists directly with fans. Dive into the effects of digital media on kids' attention spans and the implications of creating digital clones for emotional connections. Plus, hear insights on balancing powerlifting with long-term health.
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Prioritize Technique Over Weight
- Avoid adding weight to the bar when the risk of injury outweighs the benefit.
- Focus on improving technique, tempo, or range of motion instead for better results and safety.
Enhance Range of Motion
- Improve your range of motion instead of adding weight to your lifts.
- Going deeper in movements like squats builds more muscle and reduces injury risk.
Use Tempo for Recovery
- When feeling fatigued or in need of recovery, slow your reps to make the weight feel heavier.
- This approach reduces bodily damage while maintaining workout intensity.
