Ep. #973: Q&A: Best Full-Body Split, PR Attempts, Mini Cuts For Vacation, and More

How can you lose as much fat as possible for an event or vacation a month away? How should you build up to a PR attempt? How can you find your passion? Are sumo deadlifts “cheating?” Should teenagers track calories? Does intermittent fasting improve insulin sensitivity? Lifting advice for people who have to wear suits. All that and more in this Q&A podcast.

Over on Instagram, I’ve started doing weekly Q&As in the stories, and it occurred to me that many podcast listeners might enjoy hearing these questions and my short answers. So, instead of talking about one thing in an episode, I’m going to cover a variety of questions. And keep in mind some of these questions are just for fun. :)

So if you want to ask me questions in my Instagram stories, follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness), and if I answer your question there, it might just make it onto an episode of the podcast!

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 - My free quiz to answer all your diet questions: www.muscleforlife.show/dietquiz

2:04 - Is it true that IF improves insulin sensitivity, and hence, reduces estrogen levels in men?

3:10 - What do you think is causing massive bodybuilder death rates?

3:32 - What is the best full body workout for training 2 times a week?

5:35 - Do you have any lifting advice for people who have to wear suits? Legs are getting too big from squats.

7:05 - Do you have any tips on getting a girlfriend?

9:39 - As a teen, should I track calories as accurately as possible or just focus on whole foods?

10:31 - Is it better to have breakfast before or after training in the morning?

10:52 - If I miss a day of working out, should I make that day up at the end of the week?

11:38 - Are Legion products in the UK?

11:53 - Should I lower the weight and keep more mind muscle connection or should I keep progressively overloading?

12:59 - How do you like Florida vs D.C.?

15:23 - How many reps and sets do I need to perform on the way up to a PR attempt?

16:05 - What are your thoughts on sumo deadlifts? Do you consider them cheating?

16:49 - How do I do a mini cut for a beach vacation one month away?

18:32 - Should I focus on weight lifting or cardio if all I want to do is lose weight?

19:22 - I only have 30 to 60 minutes a day to work out, what should I prioritize?

20:02 - What is some advice on finding something that you are passionate about?

21:03 - What books or Legion products are you most proud of?

24:22 - What is your favorite breakfast?

24:49 - Can I build muscle without calorie tracking?

26:26 - How important is protein timing?

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