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Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

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Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 1min

Dr. Christina Prevett on Training During & After Pregnancy

Dr. Christina Prevett, founder of Barbell Mamas, shares her extensive research on strength training for pregnant women. She busts myths surrounding weightlifting during pregnancy, proving it can enhance health and postpartum recovery. Learn how resistance training can positively impact labor and delivery while benefiting postpartum wellness. Christina provides insights on when to safely resume heavy lifting after childbirth and emphasizes the importance of personalized fitness approaches for expecting mothers.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 1h 14min

Sal Di Stefano on Enhancing Body Composition with Peptides

Sal Di Stefano, a seasoned fitness coach and co-host of the Mind Pump Podcast, dives into the fascinating world of peptides and their role in fitness. He discusses the surge in popularity of GLP-1s for weight loss, contrasting them with traditional calorie-controlled diets. Sal shares strategies to prevent muscle loss while using these compounds and warns about the risks of unregulated peptides. He also explores how these advancements may influence future workout habits and the supplement industry, providing valuable insights for fitness enthusiasts.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 1h 16min

Dr. Stephen Seiler on the Right (and Wrong) Ways to Improve Endurance

Dr. Stephen Seiler, an exercise physiologist, discusses endurance training, cardiovascular fitness, balancing workout intensity, setting goals, rest days, and long-term training success. Learn about the benefits of endurance training, optimizing workouts with a three-zone model, and practical tips for achieving fitness goals.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 29min

Q&A: Minicuts, Squat & Deadlift Alternatives, Overcoming Fear of Rejection, & More

Topics discussed include the benefits of minicuts, alternatives to squat and deadlift for back issues, overcoming fear of rejection, Trump's potential 2024 election run, best shoes for strength training, motivation to train, improving VO2 max, lifting lighter weights at 40+, and more
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Jul 10, 2024 • 60min

Arthur Brooks on How to Be Happier

Harvard professor Arthur Brooks discusses the link between fitness and happiness, stress management strategies, importance of relationships, faith's impact on well-being, and daily routines for enhancing happiness. Learn about misconceptions on wealth and happiness, utilizing negative emotions for growth, and practical tips for a happier life.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 20min

Simon Hill on the 10 Must-Track Health Metrics for a Longer Life

Physiotherapist and author Simon Hill shares the top 10 biomarkers for longevity. Topics include fat distribution, cardiovascular health, dietary fats, VO2 Max, strength training, and more. Practical tips for improving health and longevity are discussed.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 46min

Q&A: Training When Sleep-Deprived, Shoulder Impingement Fixes, Growing Stubborn Muscles & More

In this podcast, the host discusses training with limited sleep, fixing shoulder impingement, strategies for muscle growth, and more. Questions from Instagram followers are answered, covering topics like calf training, calorie control with air fryers, and time management book recommendations.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 59min

How My Coaching Helped Shaun Lose 35 Lb. in 6 Months

Shaun achieved remarkable weight loss results with Legion’s coaching service. He struggled with weight for years until finding success with Bigger Leaner Stronger. Shaun shares insights on consistency, accountability, injury challenges, and evidence-based advice. Learn how coaching and dedication can transform your body and life.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 26min

Cal Newport on the Future of AI and Knowledge Work

Renowned computer science professor Cal Newport discusses the current and future impact of AI on life and work, limitations of existing AI tools, benefits of a 'multi-agent approach,' skepticism towards massive job losses, and how AI will become essential in the modern workplace.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 53min

Milo Wolf on High-Volume Training

Sports scientist and bodybuilder, Milo Wolf, discusses optimal training volume for muscle growth in this podcast. He shares insights on rest times, proximity to failure, and volume recommendations for beginners and advanced lifters. Strategies like drop sets and specialization phases are highlighted to make high-volume training practical and time-efficient.

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