1188: Why Some People Build Muscle Faster (Not Just Genetics), the Value of Adding High Reps to Your Workout, How Long to Rest Between Sets & MORE

Dec 20, 2019

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about why it’s easier for some people to build muscle than others, why strength training requires more rest than hypertrophy training, if there is ever a need to go above 12 reps, and strategies to avoid burnout as a trainer.

Sal is getting married!! (5:00)
There is now a dating app based on genetic matching! (15:06)
Mind Pump is ending their relationship with Skinny Dipped. What will Justin do?! (23:03)
Good old-fashioned advice. If you follow these three steps, you will stay in the middle class. (24:12)
Are Italians the world’s most healthy people? (26:30)
Mind Pump talks about politics. (29:53)
Did dinosaurs have feathers? (37:12)
Happy 5th anniversary to Mind Pump!! Come join the celebration at Organifi HQ. (41:38)
#Quah question #1 – Why do you think it’s easier for some people to build muscle than others? Does it always come down to genetics? (46:22)
#Quah question #2 – Why does strength training require more rest than hypertrophy training? Or is it that it is much more demanding? (56:23)
#Quah question #3 – Is there ever a need to go above 12 reps or are you wasting your time after that? (1:03:18)
#Quah question #4 – What are some strategies to avoid burnout as a trainer and tips for making time to train yourself? (1:07:26)