Most of us already know that alcohol can have bad consequences for our health, but how much will a couple of drinks after a workout affect our bodies’ ability to recover and build new muscle mass? And what about binge drinking?
That’s what we’re here to find out, and in this episode, we dive headfirst into umbrella cocktails in search of answers to what alcohol does to our muscle growth, hormones, and fat storage. We discuss the studies that have looked at alcohol consumption and strength training, and offer our recommendations on this hotly debated and sensitive topic.
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This is episode 112 of the podcast. Check out the five previous episodes below:
- Episode 111: Protein Myths & Truths
- Episode 110: How Good Are 30-Rep Sets for Muscle & Strength?
- Episode 109: How to Get Big Arms
- Episode 108: How to Lose Fat without Losing Muscle (Step-by-Step)
- Episode 107: Strength Training Before and After Menopause
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