1691: How Isometrics Build Muscle, Why Working Out More Can Actually Slow Your Gains, the Benefits of Regular Vs. Hex Bar Deadlifts & More

Nov 20, 2021
1691: How Isometrics Build Muscle, Why Working Out More Can Actually Slow Your Gains, the Benefits of Regular Vs. Hex Bar Deadlifts & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to manipulate rest periods for adaptation. (4:53)
  • Dad life updates with the guys. (10:54)
  • Making the argument that genetically modified humans will be a good thing. (23:21)
  • Fun Facts with Justin: The “Suicide Plant” in Australia has the most painful stingers in the world. (31:10)
  • Inflation is out of control! (34:12)
  • Yes, you can hire companies to set up your Christmas decorations. (38:17)
  • Luna Physical Therapy’s new partnership. (43:34)
  • OSHA suspends the vaccine mandate. (47:05)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I adjust my training if my muscles are extremely sore? (58:02)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 – How do I prevent injuries, and take care of myself in pursuit of becoming a professional powerlifter? (1:12:12)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Is it normal that my body has become “thicker” after focusing on unilateral training? (1:23:31)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Am I impeding on the outcomes of my resistance training routine when I ramp it up with short bouts of high-intensity cardio at the end of my workouts?  Also, how can I get better at pull-ups? (1:36:40)

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