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
1157: Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss seven reasons why adding functional training can improve fat loss and muscle gain.
1157: Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle
- Why it is SO important to look deeper into a study. (2:41)
- How the term functional has become bastardized. (11:55)
- Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle: The carryover, benefits & MORE. (18:40)
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- #1 – The emphasis on mobility. (19:56)
- #2 - Utilizes different planes of motion. (30:14)
- #3 – The importance of novelty to get your body to respond. (36:00)
- #4 – The carryover value of using unconventional tools in your routine. (41:14)
- #5 – A focus on performance over aesthetics. (46:49)
- #6 – Employing all three contractions muscles make. (53:15)
- #7 – Increasing your body’s total work capacity. (58:00)
People Mentioned
- Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo) Instagram
- Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science) Instagram
- Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram
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