Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

The “Natty Limit,” the Best Time to Train, My Supplement Stack & More

Nov 13, 2024

Discover the limits of natural muscle growth and how genetics play a vital role in your fitness journey. Unravel the mystery of the best time to hit the gym and why it matters. Dive into a daily supplement stack that features intriguing items like ashwagandha and creatine. Explore the debate between high and low rep training, and whether extra lateral raises are really necessary. Plus, find out about effective strategies for sustaining weight loss and optimizing your workouts while managing other life commitments.

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Quick takeaways

Genetics determine an individual's natural muscle growth limits, influencing personal goals and aesthetic priorities in physique development.

Incorporating a manageable cardio routine after weight loss is crucial for maintaining health and preventing weight regain effectively.

Deep dives

Reasons for Limited Muscle Size

Genetics significantly influences muscle growth, and individuals have natural limits based on their body type. For instance, someone who starts as a lean individual may gain a certain amount of muscle; however, after reaching near their genetic potential, further gains may require sacrificing body fat levels to bulk up. The speaker shares personal experiences, revealing that maintaining a desired physique sometimes means prioritizing aesthetics over size. This choice is something many may resonate with, as personal preferences dictate body goals beyond just numbers on a scale.

Intro

7min

Balancing Muscle and Lean Physique

4min

Strategies for Sustaining Weight Loss Success

12min

Understanding Volume, Training Techniques, and Shoulder Health

2min

Balancing Fitness and Family

7min

In this episode, I discuss the natural limits of muscle growth and how genetics play a role, my daily Legion supplement stack, the best time to go to the gym lots more.

As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories.

If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!

If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don’t like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better.

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Timestamps:

(05:27) Natural gains

(10:28) Reverse cardio after a cut?

(11:49) High reps vs. low reps fatigue?

(13:12) Deadlift utility?

(16:39) BLS exercises

(19:28) Alternating vs. simultaneous curls?

(19:55) Supplement stack

(21:44) Extra lateral raises: overkill?

(23:08) Weightlifting belt

(24:13) Shoulder impingement help?