PT Cubed

Train Smarter, Not Harder - The Truth About Volume, Exercise Selection & Recovery | Ep. 11


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In this episode, we continue our Maximizing Your Gains series by diving into Chapters 4 through 6 of the PT³ Strength Training Guidebook. We’ll break down some of the most misunderstood — but absolutely essential — pillars of building muscle and strength:


✔ The difference between training volume and intensity, and why getting this wrong can stall your progress
✔ How to make smart, effective exercise selections based on your goals and experience level
✔ The real science behind training frequency and recovery, and how to avoid the trap of overtraining or under-recovering

Whether you're chasing your first real strength gains or trying to bust through a plateau, this episode will help you train smarter, stay consistent, and actually see results.

Grab the full PT³ Strength Training Guidebook at ptcubed.com to follow along, and don’t forget to hit follow so you never miss an episode.

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PT CubedBy Dr. Nate Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS