How do you get back from injuries? Balance your strength training with a competitive sport? And what is the optimal rest time between sets?
We asked for questions, and as always, you guys and gals delivered! Lots of fun stuff to talk about this week. In fact, we got so many good questions that we’ll probably do a mailbag next week, too.
Timestamps:
- 04:15 – Question 1: For fat loss, which is more effective: sprints or 10k steps per day walking? I’m also lifting weights 5 days a week and in a caloric deficit.
- 10:20 – Question 2: What is the optimal rest time between sets when muscle building is the focus?
- 16:45 – Question 3: How do you balance strength training with competitive sports?
- 21:30 – Question 4: What should your macros be when bulking?
- 27:00 – Question 5: If I train bench press and lateral raises, do I also “have to” train shoulder presses?
- 31:00 – Question 6: Daniel talks about getting a leg pump. Which program or workout is best for building big legs?
- 34:00 – Question 7: Do you always follow programs when you work out, or do you do more random training mostly?
- 37:45 – Question 8: Do you ever go to the gym (or garage) together with your wives? Why? Why not?
- 40:45 – Question 9: How do you handle injuries? I’m referring to your thoughts, mindset, and getting back to your desired level of performance.
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This is episode 105 of the podcast. Check out the five previous episodes below:
- Episode 104: Debunking 10 Popular Bodybuilding Myths
- Episode 103: The Problem with Exercise for Weight Loss
- Episode 102: Does Intermittent Fasting Boost Fat Loss?
- Episode 101: How Important is Progressive Overload for Muscle Growth?
- Episode 100: Let’s Party Like It’s Episode 100
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