1442: Why Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time

Dec 10, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin dissect the claim that weight lifting is a waste of time.

Debunking the argument, in a recent Ben Greenfield podcast, that weight lifting is a waste of time. (2:53)
Why practicing “the skill” of an exercise is extremely important to get good. (7:45)
The complexity of intensity and its effect on the central nervous system. (11:13)
The misleading nature of clickbait. (13:56)
How free-weights are among the most versatile pieces of equipment around! (16:55)
The mistake of valuing a workout from the workout perceptive and not from the skill perceptive. (19:15)
The importance of the transfer to the real world. (22:32)
The balance and stability factor that is provided by free-weights. (24:10)
Why athletes choose free-weights over resistance bands. (26:15)
Why Mind Pump does not advocate ANYONE going to failure. (29:15)
Mind Pump on the value of training in all modalities. (32:06)
Cashing in on timing. (34:23)
When it comes to training your body, your best bet is having the RIGHT programming. (37:30)

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