Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

2109: What to Do When You've Plateaued, Why Bulking Can Help You Look Better, Splitting up Maps Programs Into Shorter Workouts & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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Jul 1, 2023
Cut your training volume by a third to boost gains and break through plateaus! Explore the potential of peptides like tesofensine for fat loss and improved mood. Red-light therapy is discussed for its skin recovery benefits. Discover why varying your workout routine and sodium intake can sculpt muscle better. The hosts share humorous parenting tales and insights on navigating personal fitness journeys, emphasizing mindset shifts and celebrating progress over perfection.
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INSIGHT

Optimal vs. Maximum Volume

  • Fitness fanatics tend to overtrain, pushing past optimal volume to maximum tolerance.
  • Optimal volume is lower than the maximum tolerable volume, allowing for better recovery and adaptation.
ADVICE

Try MAPS 15

  • Try MAPS 15 to see if reduced volume benefits you, especially if reducing volume scares you.
  • If you see gains with less volume, it indicates you were overtraining.
INSIGHT

Exercise as Avoidance

  • Some fitness fanatics use exercise to avoid insecurities or other issues.
  • This can develop into a dysfunctional relationship with fitness, using it as a shield.
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