Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2663: Mid-Range, Stretch & Squeeze for Maximum Gains & More (Listener Coaching)
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Aug 15, 2025 Discover the secrets to maximizing muscle gains with mid-range, stretch, and squeeze techniques! Learn why some athletes may need higher sodium intakes for performance. Dive into the intriguing connection between love and fitness. Hear about a couple's extraordinary journey with a frozen embryo and the lighter side of workplace quirks, like masturbation breaks. Plus, find out how to balance alcohol consumption while reaching your fitness goals. Join in for hilarious yet informative discussions that blend science with everyday life!
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Stretch Position Drives Hypertrophy
- Studies show stretch-position exercises often produce the most hypertrophy, but all positions contribute to growth.
- Avoid training only one position; moving outside your usual range prompts new gains.
Schedule Different Angles Across The Week
- If you train full body with limited exercises, schedule mid-range (heavy) one day, stretch one day, and squeeze another day across the week.
- Swap exercises weekly to add novelty and elicit additional growth.
Use Sodium During Heavy Sweat Sessions
- Add sodium and carbs before/during long or sweaty workouts to maintain plasma volume and improve pumps and endurance.
- Use electrolyte drinks if you sweat heavily, work in heat, or follow a low‑carb diet to avoid performance drops.