Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2686: Do These 6 Things and You WON’T Get Gains from Strength Training & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Sep 17, 2025
The hosts dive into six common mistakes that prevent strength gains, like poor recovery and bad sleep. They explain how Zbiotics helps with post-drinking recovery. One listener grapples with balancing bouldering and strength training, while another seeks advice on muscle growth amidst a challenging diet. They tackle reverse dieting for better body composition and discuss the impacts of perimenopause and overtraining on hormone health. Each topic is packed with actionable insights for fitness enthusiasts!
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Use Proper Rest Between Sets
- Rest 2–3 minutes between heavy sets to target anaerobic strength and muscle growth.
- Short rest turns weight sessions into cardio and hinders strength and hypertrophy.
Prioritize Strength Progression
- Make getting stronger the primary goal for the first 3–5 years of lifting to drive muscle and shape gains.
- Track progressive overload on core lifts rather than chasing pump or soreness.
Fuel Strength With Calories
- Eat enough total calories and protein; strength training without sufficient calories damages progress and bone health.
- If you under-eat, reduce training intensity or adjust goals instead of expecting gains.
