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Where Optimal Meets Practical

230: Bryan Boorstein - Do you need to train more over time to keep making gains? Are volume recommendations helpful?

Sep 16, 2024
Bryan Boorstein, a fitness training expert, joins to explore the secrets of workout effectiveness. They recount a hilariously painful bike incident that highlights the importance of safety in training. The duo dives deep into the evolving concept of training volume, discussing how individual needs change over time. Bryan shares insights on optimizing muscle gains through tailored training routines and the balance of cardio and strength. They stress that adapting workouts is crucial for ongoing progress and maintaining motivation.
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Quick takeaways

  • The speaker emphasizes that training volume can be effectively reduced while maintaining results by focusing on intensity and exercise selection.
  • Misconceptions about the necessity of increasing volume over time are addressed, highlighting the importance of understanding maintenance volume in fitness progression.

Deep dives

Surgery Story: Removal of Glass from Neck

The speaker shares an unusual story about a three-foot piece of glass that was lodged in their neck due to a bike accident. Initially overlooked during the initial ER treatment, the glass caused discomfort and a visible bump as the skin healed around it. After enduring the annoyance for several weeks, they decided to have it surgically removed and described the procedure as surprisingly straightforward. The medical team was astonished by the presence of the glass and noted the difficulty it posed during the removal process.

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