Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris kick off a new mini-series all about progressive overload. They explain why so many people work hard in the gym but don’t see the results they want. It’s not that you’re lazy or doing everything wrong — it’s that your body has adapted to what you’re doing! They talk about how group fitness classes and doing the same workouts over and over can only take you so far.

To get stronger and build muscle, you have to challenge your body in new ways. They also share signs that you might be stuck, like when your usual weights feel easy or you don’t feel sore anymore. Most of all, they remind you that progress takes patience, and you don’t need to throw everything out and start over. Small changes can make a big difference!

Chapters
(00:00) Welcome and Series Introduction
(02:00) Why Hard Work Doesn’t Always Equal Progress
(03:55) The Limits of Group Fitness and HIIT for Muscle Growth
(05:30) The Role of Nutrition and Why Low Calories Can Hurt Progress
(07:00) How Your Body Adapts and Why Plateaus Happen
(09:45) Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
(12:30) Common Mistakes When You Feel Stuck
(16:00) What You Really Want From Strength Training
(18:00) Building Strength for Everyday Life
(21:00) What’s Coming Next in the Series

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