Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2249: What to Do if You Are Feeling Burnt Out From Exercise, the Truth About Becoming “Muscle Bound,” Secrets From Old Time Lifters & More (Listener Live Coaching)
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Jan 13, 2024 Explore the transformative power of strength training as a skill and tackle the myths of becoming 'muscle bound.' Discover how different training approaches enhance performance while maintaining flexibility. Uncover the truth behind pre-workout supplements and their exaggerated marketing claims. Dive into bizarre news, from Miami mall mysteries to conspiracy theories about aliens, and hear uplifting fitness journeys, including a firefighter's impressive weight loss. It's a blend of fitness wisdom, humor, and intriguing societal reflections.
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Strength as a Skill
- Strength is a skill, not just muscle contraction.
- Practicing exercises improves biomechanics, control, and strength gains.
Olympic Lifters vs. Bodybuilders
- Olympic lifters, despite smaller physiques, often lift more than bodybuilders, highlighting the role of skill.
- Justin Andrews asks about studies quantifying the impact of technique versus muscle size on strength.
Sub-Intensity Training
- A recent study showed that lifters training at sub-intensity levels built more muscle than those training at high intensities.
- Sal DiStefano suggests this is because practicing technique is more effective at lower intensities.