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The Sustainable Self-Development Podcast
Dealing with weight-rebound after dieting, getting shredded and more ft. Adam McDonald
Apr 14, 2021
Adam McDonald, natural bodybuilder and educator, joins the podcast to discuss training during lockdowns, the challenges of post-diet weight gain, and the importance of routines in fitness. They also explore the impact of sedentary lifestyles, energy expenditure, and selecting the right gurus for fitness goals.
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- Weight gain after a bodybuilding competition is a necessary step in the recovery process and should be embraced.
- The psychological and physiological effects of weight gain during recovery should be acknowledged, even if the appearance is not ideal.
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Post-Competition Recovery
After finishing his last competition in November 2019, the speaker went through a period of recovery. He focused on eating normally and allowing his appetite to guide his food choices. While he did gain weight, he didn't feel like he lost control or had any moments of binge-eating. Instead, he provided his body with the nutrition it needed and enjoyed the process. He recognized the importance of mental recovery and allowed himself to let go of the strictness of competition prep. Overall, the speaker didn't regret the weight gain and saw it as a necessary step in his journey.
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