MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
1260: 7 Male Fitness Myths That Slow Your Gains
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss seven common beliefs that men have about fitness that are impeding their success.
- Challenging and explaining the 7 biggest male fitness myths. (4:35)
- #1 – You must lift heavy to get big. (7:50)
- #2 - Training to failure is necessary for your body to respond. (16:32)
- #3 - Intensity is king. (28:29)
- #4 - You need to eat big to get big. (38:25)
- #5 – Taking steroids guarantees muscle. (47:20)
- #6 - The biggest guys in the gym must know the most. (56:57)
- #7 - Some movements are for women and don’t benefit men. (1:03:23)
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