The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst You’ve Been Lied To About Building Muscle! - Do THIS Instead For Easy Gains | Paul Carter
Dec 25, 2025
Paul Carter, a leading hypertrophy coach known for his no-nonsense muscle-building advice, breaks down the myths surrounding fitness training. He emphasizes the importance of training smarter rather than harder, discussing how progressive overload trumps fancy workout splits. Paul debunks the myths of bulking and protein intake, advocating for a sustainable approach to nutrition. He shares insights on modifying exercises for targeted muscle growth and the need for patience in coaching, ultimately guiding listeners toward realistic fitness expectations.
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Decide If You Train For Progress Or Habit
- Define whether you go to the gym to make measurable progress or just to enjoy training.
- If you want progress, prioritize progressive overload and reduce non-productive cardio or busywork.
Keep Basics For Beginners, Vary For Advanced
- Beginners grow fastest on simple, stable exercises and progressive overload rather than complex lift lists.
- Advanced lifters must change exercises to recruit unused fibers once favorite lifts stop producing growth.
Cut Redundant Exercises And Focus On Progression
- Simplify programs: avoid redundant exercises, excessive sequences, and confusing rep schemes.
- Prioritize progressive overload on core movements before chasing isolation details.