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The Dr. Shannon Show

#53: Neurons that fire together wire together: how to apply this powerful tool to your workouts

Mar 24, 2022
24:19

Biomechanics, progressive overload, and programming are all crucial for results and feeling good throughout the process. But there's a huge piece that goes overlooked: it's our thoughts. Have you ever heard of the term "neurons that fire together, wire together?" This podcast explains how this theory can be applied to your workouts to get to the next level, improve body image, and feel better doing it.

2:17  Why exercise selections matter 

3:44  Systemic fatigue vs specific fatigue 

6:18   How your thoughts can affect your workout 

11:33  The power of visualization during your workouts 

14:55  How to implement these tools into your workouts

18:54  Passing through Neutral 


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