Join me for an encore episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, where Ryan L'Ecuyer and I discuss various aspects of hypertrophy training, client programming, and integrating flexible dieting into fitness routines. This rebroadcast is filled with valuable insights into building muscle without compromising health.

We share our experiences and strategies for adapting training programs, the importance of aerobic conditioning, and practical tips for maintaining effective workouts while managing client expectations. The episode highlights their shared knowledge and anecdotal experiences, providing useful takeaways for coaches, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts.

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Episode Chapters:

• 02:17 Client Programming Strategies
• 03:44 Adapting to Client Needs
• 06:30 Consistency in Training
• 10:13 Challenges in Coaching
• 16:42 Bodybuilding and Nutrition
• 22:39 Weight Management and Diet Breaks
• 35:26 Carbohydrates and Performance
• 44:19 Meal Frequency and Hunger Management
• 45:23 Intermittent Fasting: Personal Experiences
• 45:47 Fasting and Muscle Preservation
• 46:29 Client Experiences with Fasting
• 47:26 Hunger Waves and Substrate Oxidation
• 48:15 Intermittent Fasting for Cognitive Performance
• 49:00 Fat Oxidation and Fasting Adaptation
• 51:22 Fasted Cardio: Benefits and Misconceptions
• 52:48 High-Intensity vs. Low-Intensity Training
• 57:39 Aerobic Training and Nasal Breathing
• 01:01:46 The Mental Challenge of High-Intensity Workouts
• 01:11:40 Training Priorities and Lifestyle Balance
• 01:14:17 Injury Prevention and Long-Term Training
• 01:22:05 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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