Episode 2 Summary: In this week’s episode we’re breaking down the nuances of what it means to get stronger, build muscle and overcome the fear of the barbell, regardless of who you are and where you are in your fitness journey. We’re also debunking common myths such as lifting will make you bulky, and we’re addressing male-female stereotypes in the realm of strength training and fitness.
Timestamps:
1:15 - Q and A from the previous episode
4:12 - What does getting stronger and progressive overload mean, and how to apply it to your training
7:36 - Why you should not be afraid of getting “bulky”
10:30 - What progressive overload and getting stronger can do for you, mentally and physically
17:40 - Nail in the coffin on “getting bulky". Testosterone levels in males vs. females. Getting bulky is hard to do.
20:48 - Having a plan when going to the gym
26:00 - Basic programming principles 32:30 - Debunking more training myths
33:40 - Male vs. female perspective on lifting and body composition
42:00 - What good lifting technique looks like and why it is important
45:00 - Lifting specifically to match your goals
48:45 - Benefits of hiring a coach to help you
51:00 - What makes a good coach and how it's about more than just their physique. James gets his first social media insult about his physique
We want to connect with you! If there’s anything you want to know more about, or if you have suggestions for future episodes, please reach out to Paige at fullbodyfitbp@gmail.com or James at james@ryburntrainingsystems.com with the episode title in the subject line, or leave a comment below.
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YOUTUBE: Full Body Fit by Paige and Ryburn Training Systems