Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1794: Counting Macros vs. Intuitive Eating for Fat Loss, What to Do if Your Lifts Are Not Improving, the Importance of Squatting Deep vs. Squatting Heavy & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Apr 16, 2022
Explore the surprising benefits of red light therapy on metabolism and health, along with the hidden dangers of alcohol. Discover unique techniques for breaking through strength plateaus and the debate between deep vs. heavy squats. Dive into intriguing historical anecdotes about Nazi bunkers in Antarctica, and unravel the complexities of protein choices for strength and recovery. Learn how to balance intuitive eating with macro tracking to optimize fat loss and build a sustainable fitness journey.
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Boosting Metabolism
- Eat in a calorie surplus to speed up a slow metabolism.
- Strength train simultaneously, so extra calories contribute to muscle growth, not just fat.
Client & Trainer Challenges
- Increasing calories to boost metabolism is counterintuitive for clients focused on weight loss.
- Trainers are tempted to show quick results, hindering metabolic repair and long-term progress.
Red Light Therapy Benefits
- Red light therapy has numerous benefits, from powering up mitochondria to improving skin, hair, and joint health.
- WebMD, a conservative source, acknowledges these benefits based on extensive research.
