Eat Train Prosper Setbacks + January Q&A Part 2 | ETP#103
Feb 14, 2023
This episode dives into the irony of recent lower body injuries faced by the hosts. They share personal recovery plans and strategies. The discussion shifts to listener questions, addressing cardio effectiveness, insulin resistance, and the practicality of protein intake during travel. They debate the importance of training approaches like RIR and muscle length prioritization for optimal hypertrophy. Additionally, they touch on using logging apps and the impacts of hot/cold therapies on training.
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Sprint Injury And Quick Recovery
- Bryan sprinted after a long break and felt a pop in his hamstring on the seventh sprint, fearing a severe tear.
- He iced, compressed, rode a bike for 40 minutes and saw progressive improvement over days, calling it a lucky, teachable moment.
Hack Squat Led To Knee Instability
- Aaron hit a weird sensation on a heavy hack squat set and later experienced knee instability unloading the weight.
- He sought physio, suspects VMO/adductor involvement, and plans low-impact movement and reduced deep flexion next week.
Measure Cardio By Exertion Not Calories
- Don't use calories-burned as your main cardio metric; focus on exertion level like heart rate zones or RPE.
- For health-focused cardio, target consistent zone-two sessions using bikes or air bikes to hold a tight heart-rate window.