The C3Method Podcast

In today's podcast we discuss loose skin and how to address it.  How long does it take for skin to tighten after a diet, how do we know if the process of tightening is still happening or if the skin is "stuck" and needs some help.  Also, what can we do nutritionally to help the process along.

Past Podcasts Referenced:#33 - Nutrition - How Much Protein Do I Need?

Bench Press!!!  Now that I have your attention, haha... In today's podcast we discuss two Bench Press focused workouts.  One is a bare basics workout but very common of what most people do, the other is a more complete workout and will yield much better results BUT in the same time investment!!!  More results without more time... yes please!!! haha

Past Podcasts Referenced:#172 – Training – Tips for Adding Volume without Adding Time#407 – Training – The Importance & Benefits of Warm Ups#529 – Trainer Education – Workout Comparison – Fat Loss#533 – Trainer Education – Workout Comparison – Leg Growth & Shaping

In today's podcast we discuss performance anxiety and steps you can take to better control those feelings and put them into positive action!

Past Podcasts Referenced:#179 - Mindset - Shrink Your Timeframe to Shrink Your Anxiety#203 - Mindset - Controlling Competition Anxiety#215 - Mindset - Overcoming Stress - Worry#255 - Mindset - Hey Watch Your Language

In today's podcast we answer a listener's question about rib cage support.  How to build strength and protection for the bone structures of the ribs and spine along with increasing muscular strength to help support those bone structures.  This is EXTREMELY helpful for anyone who suffers spinal or rib cage issues / injuries

YouTube Videos Referenced:- "Bracing 101 ft Chris Duffin" - supertraining06- "Breathing for Bracing during Squats" - brutalirongym- "Conventional Deadlift Set Up & Breathing" - brutalirongym- "Tips for Protecting Lower Back during Overhead Presses" - brutalirongym- And many more - email us for a full list!!!

In today's podcast we review a 3-day diet report from a client who is dieting for a strength competition.  Her primary goal for the diet is fat loss not just water weight loss to meet the weight demands of the competition.  She's using the competition as accountability and motivation but wants true fat loss.

Past Podcasts Referenced:#21 – Nutrition – Carbs – Good or Bad?#29 – Nutrition – If I Eat Fat Will I Get Fat?#33 – Nutrition – How Much Protein Do I Need?#41 – Nutrition – Diet Right – What Matters Most#153 – Nutrition – How Many Calories Do I Need?#181 – Training – Using Muscle Damage for Fat Loss#216 – Nutrition – Protein Digestion & Type Selection#249 – Nutrition – Meal Timing#329 – Nutrition – Meal Frequency Effects on Diets#426 – Nutrition – Why Eating Less Isn’t Good for Fat Loss

In today's podcast we compare two workouts both with the goal of growing and shaping the leg muscles.  One workout is a "good" workout that would be commonly used by many trainers / gym-goers, and the second workout is an upgraded workout showing how the first workout could have been improved to achieve more results in the same amount of time.

Past Podcasts Referenced:#214 – Training – Understanding Rep Ranges & Expected Results#513 – Trainer Education – Ghost Writing – Programming Information

Are you unsure if you're training hard enough?  Do you feel constantly beat up and wondering if you're training too hard?  In today's podcast we discuss how to identify if your training intensity is too little, too much, or just right.

Past Podcasts Referenced:#322 – Training – Training Frequency & Recovery Differences per Goal#395 – Training – Weekly Splits and Program Concepts for Aesthetics#457 – Trainer Education – Programming Knowledge Resources#524 – Mindset – Are you Tough or Are You Stupid?

In today's podcast we discuss three common differences in powerlifting programming for males vs females.  Understanding these differences can help ensure the best quality of programming for each individual client.

Have you ever felt guilty about breaking your diet so the next day you try to "out exercise" the mistake?  Typically people choose to under-eat and perform cardio for the next days exercise BUT that's the worst choice!!!  In today's podcast we discuss what are the correct choices and how you can mitigate the over-eating mistake without causing more mistakes in the future.

In today's podcast we review two workouts each designed for the purpose of fat loss.  We discuss the good and the bad and how you can create the best workouts for your goals!!!

Past Podcasts Referenced:#30 – Training – Muscle Cardio – How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle#175 – Trainer Education – The Importance of Strength#181 – Training – Using Muscle Damage for Fat Loss#497 – Trainer Education – Creating Cardio within Weight Training