Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

Ep. #1179: Stan Efferding on Making Fitness Simpler & More Sustainable


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What’s the secret to a sustainable diet that actually works? And how can you successfully integrate fitness into your busy schedule?

Stan Efferding, acclaimed powerlifter, coach, and creator of The Vertical Diet, returns to the podcast to reveal how simple, realistic habits can transform your health.

If you’re not familiar with Stan, he’s a two-time holder of all-time raw world powerlifting records and famously dubbed the “world’s strongest bodybuilder.” He’s also a sought-after coach who’s worked with elite athletes like Hafthor Björnsson, Ed Coan, Ben Smith, Flex Wheeler, and Jon Jones.

In this episode, Stan shares his straightforward approach to health and fitness, focusing on practical strategies that work in real life.

In this interview, you’ll learn . . .

How to fit nutrition and fitness into a busy life
The importance of sustainable habits over extreme programs
The role of micronutrients and gut-friendly foods in overall health
The surprising benefits of small, frequent movement throughout the day over long, intense exercise sessions
Why consistency, not perfection, is the key to long-term success

And more . . .

So, if you want to make fitness simpler and more sustainable, click play and join the conversation.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(09:29) Enjoy your workouts

(15:44) 10-min vs 30-min walks

(17:18) Walks after meals

(25:01) Why exercise isn’t for weight loss

(31:37) Macronutrients for goals

(44:28) Do we need fruits/veggies?

(55:41) Multivitamins: yes or no?

(57:23) Easy-to-digest foods

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Mentioned on the Show:

Creatine Gummies

The Shredded Chef

Stan Efferding

The Vertical Diet

Stan Efferding YouTube

Stan Efferding Instagram


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