
2095: How to Smash Through a Strength Plateau
Jun 12, 2023
Discover the secrets to smashing through strength plateaus with effective strategies! The hosts discuss the critical role of proper diet and sleep in gaining strength. They emphasize diversifying your workouts and focusing on stabilizing exercises. Learn how to strengthen weak links in your training and improve your overall work capacity. Plus, uncover the essential connection between digestion, sleep, and performance. This insightful conversation is packed with advice to keep you moving forward in your fitness journey!
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Overall Strength Progress
- Consistent strength gains, even in non-traditional lifts, indicate progress.
- Don't fixate on plateaus in specific lifts if you're seeing overall improvement.
Dietary Factors
- Address dietary deficiencies to break strength plateaus.
- Focus on sufficient protein, calories, and gut health for optimal performance.
Sleep Optimization
- Prioritize sleep to optimize strength gains and overall health.
- Chronic bad sleep hinders muscle growth, hormone balance, and recovery.
