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Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time (So Is Cardio & There’s a Better Way to Have The Body You Want).

Nov 28, 2020
John Jaquish, PhD, is the innovative mind behind the X3 bar and OsteoStrong, focusing on enhancing muscle growth and bone density. He debunks traditional weightlifting and cardio, claiming they often yield minimal results. Instead, he introduces variable resistance training for optimized muscle engagement. Jaquish delves into essential post-workout nutrition, hydration, and stretching techniques to boost growth, while advocating for the X3 bar and its efficient integration into daily life, promising impressive fitness transformations.
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INSIGHT

Hyperplasia

  • Hyperplasia, the splitting of muscle cells, contributes to muscle growth.
  • Maximize this by stretching super-hydrated muscles.
ADVICE

Stretching Protocol

  • Stretch target muscles for 30 seconds after each workout.
  • Stretching after training promotes hyperplasia when combined with hyperhydration.
ADVICE

Hyperhydration Strategy

  • Use a vasodilator before workouts and carbohydrates after.
  • Consume creatine for hydration, and consider glycerol or epimedium for vasodilation.
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