Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2766: Become a Bodybuilder AND Run a Marathon! Here is How.
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Jan 7, 2026 Can you really be both a bodybuilder and a marathon runner? The hosts break down the training techniques to harmonize strength and endurance. They also dive into the fascinating benefits of red light therapy for muscle growth. Attention turns to ADHD medications and their surprising effects on reward systems. Plus, a discussion on technology's role as a digital babysitter raises eyebrows. Don’t miss insights on unusual supplements for heart health and effective recovery strategies for a balanced fitness regime.
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Alternate Weekly Training Blocks
- Alternate training blocks: one week focused on lifting, next week focused on endurance to get strong gains in both.
- This week-on/week-off block yields better combined strength and endurance than mixing modalities in a single session.
Competing Signals: Strength Vs Endurance
- Strength and endurance are competing adaptations so programming must prioritize one or smartly compromise.
- Do the right compromise and you'll get a decent amount of both, but never the maximum of either.
Use Dedicated Days For Each Modality
- Separate strength and endurance days rather than combining them in the same workout for better results.
- Prioritize whichever adaptation matters more by allocating greater volume to those specific days.
