Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
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How should you train if you can’t progressively overload anymore?
What are my current training goals?
Is walking or HIIT better for weight loss?
In this episode, I take on these questions and more, sourced from my Instagram followers who participate in my regular Q&A posts.
As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!
If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don’t like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Please Like the video, Subscribe to the channel for more content, click the bell, and leave a comment below!
1:24 - What are your current training goals?
7:19 - Are sumo deadlifts bad for hypertrophy training?
8:43 - Best way to stay motivated?
8:58 - What’s the benefit of seated calf raise with less than body weight?
9:44 - Find the Perfect Strength Training Program for You: www.muscleforlife.show/trainingquiz
10:30 - How do you find time to balance work family and gym?
11:13 - Can you rank the types of magnesium?
11:48 - Any advice on lower back pain?
15:03 - Does someone need to workout until they start feeling pain or soreness to be effective?
15:46 - Is it pointless to train after having 2-3 hours of sleep?
16:34 - What happens if when you can no longer progressively overload?
19:02 - Weights 5x per week plus cut, lost 3lbs in 3 weeks. Scan says 1kg fat gain and 1kg muscle loss. Is this possible?
20:30 - The lizard people control the world but who controls the lizard people?
20:55 - How to not be intimidated at the gym when starting out?
21:37 - Thoughts on walking more versus high-intensity interval training for weight loss?
24:15 - Do you think body positivity is affecting obesity?
24:55 - Need some videos or tips for HIIT cardio? 5 of my favorite HIIT protocols.
28:25 - Thoughts on glutamine?
29:18 - What is your favorite set/rep range to train in?
30:30 - Best way to deal with brain fog?
30:54 - I donate plasma twice a week will that affect muscle gains?
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Mentioned on the Show:
Find the Perfect Strength Training Program for You in Just 60 Seconds: http://www.muscleforlife.show/trainingquiz
Legion’s Magnesium: buylegion.com/mag
Want some help building your best body ever? Here are 5 ways I can assist whenever you’re ready, including free fitness plans, coaching, books, and more: mikematthews.co/yt
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How should you train if you can’t progressively overload anymore?
What are my current training goals?
Is walking or HIIT better for weight loss?
In this episode, I take on these questions and more, sourced from my Instagram followers who participate in my regular Q&A posts.
As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!
If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don’t like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better.
---
Timestamps:
0:00 - Please Like the video, Subscribe to the channel for more content, click the bell, and leave a comment below!
1:24 - What are your current training goals?
7:19 - Are sumo deadlifts bad for hypertrophy training?
8:43 - Best way to stay motivated?
8:58 - What’s the benefit of seated calf raise with less than body weight?
9:44 - Find the Perfect Strength Training Program for You: www.muscleforlife.show/trainingquiz
10:30 - How do you find time to balance work family and gym?
11:13 - Can you rank the types of magnesium?
11:48 - Any advice on lower back pain?
15:03 - Does someone need to workout until they start feeling pain or soreness to be effective?
15:46 - Is it pointless to train after having 2-3 hours of sleep?
16:34 - What happens if when you can no longer progressively overload?
19:02 - Weights 5x per week plus cut, lost 3lbs in 3 weeks. Scan says 1kg fat gain and 1kg muscle loss. Is this possible?
20:30 - The lizard people control the world but who controls the lizard people?
20:55 - How to not be intimidated at the gym when starting out?
21:37 - Thoughts on walking more versus high-intensity interval training for weight loss?
24:15 - Do you think body positivity is affecting obesity?
24:55 - Need some videos or tips for HIIT cardio? 5 of my favorite HIIT protocols.
28:25 - Thoughts on glutamine?
29:18 - What is your favorite set/rep range to train in?
30:30 - Best way to deal with brain fog?
30:54 - I donate plasma twice a week will that affect muscle gains?
---
Mentioned on the Show:
Find the Perfect Strength Training Program for You in Just 60 Seconds: http://www.muscleforlife.show/trainingquiz
Legion’s Magnesium: buylegion.com/mag
