RP Strength Podcast Biggest Training Mistakes We've Ever Made
Dec 2, 2024
The hosts delve into their biggest training blunders, sharing laugh-out-loud stories and hard-earned lessons. One even reflects on their journey to earning a blackbelt, highlighting the quirks of martial arts. They tackle the common missteps of young lifters and the misconceptions about heavy lifting, peppering the conversation with humor about 'the pump.' With anecdotes from personal experiences, they emphasize the importance of customized recovery and evolving training methods over time, making it relatable and entertaining for fitness enthusiasts.
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Overtraining Injuries
- Mike Israetel overtrained pecs, triceps, and quads with high volume, leading to fasciculations and painful tearing.
- He now incorporates rehab exercises and avoids excessively high-volume workouts.
Training to Full Pump
- Stop training a muscle when it's fully pumped and engorged, allowing for proper rest and recovery.
- Avoid needlessly difficult workouts, focusing on consistent progress over time.
Heavy Compounds to Failure
- Israetel and Shaw religiously trained with heavy barbell compounds to failure, neglecting deloads and other training methods.
- They realized the importance of managing cumulative fatigue after experiencing plateaus and setbacks.