I've Been Lifting for 40 Years. Here's the Truth About Getting "Bulky"

What actually causes the “bulky” look people blame on lifting?

I’ve been lifting weights for over 40 years, and I want to finally put the fear of getting “bulky” to rest. In this episode, I break down what really happens when you lift, why muscle actually makes you leaner, and how women have a built-in advantage when it comes to staying sculpted. I also share exactly how I balance training, nutrition, and recovery to build strong, toned muscle that supports powerful aging.

What you’ll learn:

(00:10) Why lifting weights does not automatically make your body bigger or bulkier.

(02:35) How muscle acts like “metabolic Spanx” to tighten and support your body.

(03:19) Why building muscle improves insulin sensitivity and fat burning.

(04:07) How progressive overload is the key driver of muscle growth.

(06:42) Why compound movements should come before isolation exercises.

(09:21) How training close to failure supports results without overtraining.

(12:34) Why mobility work matters more than stretching before lifting.

(16:36) How protein, carbohydrates, and recovery work together to build muscle.

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Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/lifting

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