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1512: The Value of Following a Workout Program
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss five reasons why it makes to follow a (well written) workout program, even if you are advanced.
- The value of following an organized program for the advanced lifter. (2:07)
- Mind Pump reminisces on their first workout programs. (4:35)
- The 4 stages of learning and how it applies to workout programming. (8:38)
- The 5 Values of Following a (Well-Written) Workout Program. (12:05)
- #1 – Prevents overtraining. (12:46)
- #2 – Forces you to work the body parts you are neglecting. (19:13)
- #3 – Provides structure and a checklist. (24:05)
- #4 – Trains you to understand progressive overload through tracking. (25:57)
- #5 – Teaches you how to program for yourself. (31:41)
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People Mentioned
- Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram
- Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram