Ep. #1117: Q&A: Fixing a “Crashed” Metabolism, SI Joint Pain Fix, How to Bench 315, & More

2023-10-04

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How do you fix a crashed metabolism? Should you eat more than your TDEE while bulking on non-exercise days? Are resistance bands as effective as free weights over a short duration? In this episode, I dive into these questions and a lot more, all sourced from my audience who regularly participate in my Q&A posts. As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on ...

How do you fix a crashed metabolism? Should you eat more than your TDEE while bulking on non-exercise days? Are resistance bands as effective as free weights over a short duration?

In this episode, I dive into these questions and a lot more, all sourced from my audience who regularly participate in my Q&A posts.

As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!

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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1:13 - Do big meals stretch your stomach?

1:47 - Is the deadlift considered leg or back volume?

3:01 - Should I eat over my TDEE on non-exercise days during a lean bulk?

4:39 - Is training for abs still worth it?

5:35 - Can nuts aid in weight loss?

6:25 - What are strategies to fix a crashed metabolism?

9:44 - How can I progress from a 285lb to a 315lb bench press?

11:19 - Does your program involve too many sets and insufficient recovery?

13:50 - Find the Perfect Strength Training Program for You: www.muscleforlife.show/trainingquiz

14:36 - Can resistance bands replace weights effectively for a short duration?

16:51 - What are tips for lifting heavy with back issues?