#266 - Live Workshop: Get Stronger with Progressive Overload

Summary:

 

In this episode, Coach Denise (from Venus Fitness Studio) and I dive into the concept of progressive overload and how to use it to reach your body’s fullest potential. We'll explore how progressive overload can keep your workouts exciting and effective, ensuring you don’t get bored while still reaping all the benefits of your training program. If you’re not incorporating progressive overload, you're missing out on building strength besties!! It’s a crucial part of any fitness regimen. We’ll break down how to progressively overload in a simple, actionable way. Plus, we’ll be answering your questions at the end.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

(03:19) - What is progressive overload & why it’s important for your fitness goals

(11:00) - This is what happens when you do the same exercises over and over again

(14:30) - Many people forget about this two-part system when training

(18:59) - 4 ways to progressively overload

(25:28) - What to do if you’re feeling “bored” with your workout 

(26:28) - Golden Rules when implementing change to get change from your body

(31:26) - The problem with going “beast mode” all the time

(32:23) - The muscle-mind connection

(37:34) - How long you can go without exercise before losing the muscle you built up

(39:25) - Don’t forget this when trying to build a certain muscle

(40:57) - What’s the difference between lifting 3 vs. 4 days per week?

(42:21) - My biggest pet peeve as a personal trainer

(44:54) - What to do when you’re working out alone and struggle re-racking your weight

(53:04) - Macro splits & How much protein should you consume?

 

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