Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1064: Tracking Food Intake vs. Intuitive Eating When Cutting & Bulking, the Pros & Cons of Lifting Wraps & Sleeves, How to Overcome Mental Blocks to Lifting Heavy & MORE
Jun 29, 2019
Explore the debate between tracking food intake and intuitive eating for cutting or bulking. Discover the pros and cons of protective lifting gear while overcoming mental blocks in heavy weightlifting. The hosts delve into personal travel adventures and reflect on historical events like Chernobyl, while also discussing nostalgic retail journeys. Plus, learn how temperature optimization can improve sleep and how exercise connects to mental health, offering insights on overcoming emotional challenges. It's a blend of humor, knowledge, and personal stories!
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Tracking vs. Intuitive Eating
- Track food intake when pursuing extreme fitness goals like getting shredded or significantly increasing strength.
- Intuitive eating is best for maintaining a healthy balance, not extremes.
Protective Gear: Proceed with Caution
- Use protective gear like knee wraps if competing, but generally, let your natural weakest link limit your weights.
- This allows your body to strengthen naturally and reduces injury risk.
Overcoming Mental Blocks in Lifting
- Overcome mental blocks during heavy lifts by understanding the safety mechanisms of your equipment, like squat rack safeties.
- Get tight, get angry, and consider slowly increasing weight or decreasing reps to build confidence.
