Mac and Thayer share their observations on modern gym culture and how social media shapes the way people train. They break down effective training, highlighting stability and hypertrophy while challenging popular methods that often miss the mark. This conversation blends practical coaching insight with a critical look at the trends driving today's fitness industry.

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Nicotine & Intros (00:00:16) South Africa Water Crisis (00:01:14) The "Stabilize Everything" Crowd (00:07:06) The Absurd Triceps Setup (Bands, Cuffs, Cables) (00:10:59) Foundations First: Stability vs Force & Results (00:16:20) Cuffs = BFR: Acute vs Real Hypertrophy (00:22:13) Skin in the Game: Show Your Work (00:29:17) Bring Back 225 & Barbell Basics (00:38:16) Helen's Life Advice (00:47:00)

E51: How Social Media Skews the Way We Train