Self-Selecting E. 136 8 Reasons You’re Getting Weaker in the Gym & How to Fix It
In this episode, I break down one of the most frustrating experiences in the gym: when you feel weaker than usual, despite doing everything “right.” I’m diving into 8 root causes of strength drop-offs - from hormonal shifts and under-recovery to hydration and dietary fatigue.
This episode will help you self-audit your performance without overhauling your entire training plan. If you’ve ever had a lift that made you question your progress, this one's for you.
Timestamps:
- [00:00 – 02:09] – Why we sometimes feel weak in the gym unexpectedly and how it messes with our mindset
- [02:09 – 08:06] – Reason 1: Late luteal phase – hormonal shifts that destroy strength & confidence
- [08:06 – 12:20] – Reason 2: Poor sleep or fragmented rest and its direct hit on performance
- [12:20 – 15:05] – Reason 3: Chronic dehydration and how it kills strength by up to 20%
- [15:05 – 19:23] – Reason 4: Weak pre-workout nutrition - are you lifting on an empty tank?
- [19:23 – 22:59] – Reason 5: Undereating & dietary fatigue from extended fat loss phases
- [22:59 – 29:21] – Reason 6: High stress and how it quietly breaks recovery & performance
- [29:21 – 35:23] – Reason 7: Was your last lift brutal? The recovery gap you may be missing
- [35:23 – 38:43] – Reason 8: One-off or pattern? Knowing when to reassess your program
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