Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2090: Five Tips to Work Out Less and Keep Your Gains
Jun 5, 2023
Learn how to maximize your gains while spending less time in the gym! Discover the importance of adjusting workout phases and increasing intensity. Find out which exercises are worth your time and why maintaining a high protein intake is crucial. Explore innovative blood flow restriction training techniques and their effectiveness in preserving muscle, even during recovery. A deep dive into balancing consistency and intensity helps listeners maintain their fitness journey sustainably.
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Muscle Maintenance
- Maintaining muscle requires less work than building it.
- Studies suggest as little as one-ninth the volume may be sufficient for maintenance.
Lifting Longevity
- Years of consistent lifting might offer an advantage in maintaining muscle with less work.
- This could be due to muscle fiber hyperplasia, where muscle fibers multiply, creating more permanent gains.
Past vs. Present Physique
- Adam Schaefer noticed his current "worst" shape surpasses his "best" shape in his 20s, despite working harder then.
- He emphasizes the importance of protein intake and decades of training.