In this episode, I tackle a diverse array of questions from my dedicated Instagram followers, ranging from optimizing muscle explosiveness, to the influence of genetics on vascularity.

I’ll also get into the age-old debate of zone 2 cardio versus high-intensity interval training, the benefits of beetroot for exercise performance, and the impact of weekend drinking on muscle gains.

As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!

If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don’t like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better.

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(3:52) Advice for training muscle explosiveness to jump higher and run faster

(7:05) Is zone 2 cardio enough or should you include high-intensity training?

(9:05) The single greatest threat to civilization

(10:15) Mike's super secret skin routine for supple skin

(10:46) How many kids should I have?

(11:05) What's up with the aliens?

(12:06) The influence of genetics on vascularity

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(14:28) Benefits of beetroot for improved exercise performance

(15:00) How many times a week do you train? Is it 5 or 6?

(16:12) The impact of weekend drinking on muscle gains

(16:44) How often do you think about the Roman Empire?

(16:52) Does calf size matter if they're strong?

(17:56) A guide to electrolyte supplements: What to look for when shopping

(20:12) The best dumbbell leg exercise for mass and strength

(20:24) If you had to start all over again, would you do it all the same or completely change it up?

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