Strength training isn’t just for athletes—it’s for everyone, at any age. In this episode, we break down why lifting weights is the key to longevity, metabolism, and overall health and how to make sure you’re training the right way for the best results.
We dive into:
✅ Why everyone should strength train (no matter your age or experience)
✅ How heavy should you go? Finding the right weight for your goals
✅ The power of compound movements vs. isolation exercises
✅ Mind-muscle connection and how to actually activate the muscles you’re training
✅ Tempo and progressive overload – the secret to continuous progress
✅ Why following a structured program matters
✅ Nutrition & recovery strategies to fuel muscle growth and prevent burnout
If you’re lifting but not seeing results—or don’t know where to start—this episode is for you!
Time Stamps:
(0:00) Introduction
(1:50) Why Pray The Rosary
(19:27) Sophia’s Birthday
(22:15) Lent
(28:48) Why Should Everyone Strength Train
(35:18) How Heavy Should I Go?
(37:15) Start With Compound Movements
(38:16) Mind Muscle Connection
(39:51) Isolation Exercises
(41:28) Tempo
(42:23) Progressive Overload
(45:03) Follow A Program
(47:53) Recovery And Nutrition
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Grey Space Podcast offers health, fitness, and nutritional information for educational purposes. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always consult a physician if you have any concerns or questions about your health. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have read or heard. The use of any information provided in the podcast is solely at your own risk.
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