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Apr 2024
1h 26m

TMHS 782 - Microdosing Exercise, Staying...

SHAWN STEVENSON
About this episode

More and more science is affirming the importance of having healthy muscle on our frames. Not only does muscle make your body appear healthy, but it’s also a key component of aging healthfully. If you want to ensure optimal health as you age, there’s no better insurance plan than building muscle. 

My friend Mark Bell is a record-holding pro powerlifter, entrepreneur, podcast host, and lifting expert. His impressive lifting records include squatting over 1000 pounds. But even if you never aspire to lift weights on a professional scale, Mark has a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to build muscle, create consistency, and stay motivated.  

Today, he’s back on The Model Health Show to share powerful insights you can use to build muscle. You’re going to learn the truth about motivation, why we should all aim to be stronger, and how to intentionally add health and fitness to your daily life. As always, Mark is bringing positivity and a fresh perspective, so listen in and enjoy the show! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

  • What the organ of longevity is. 
  • Why you owe it to yourself to be intentionally challenged. 
  • The truth about finding motivation to exercise. 
  • What it means to microdose your fitness. 
  • How to have more energy. 
  • Tips on using novelty and nostalgia to get better. 
  • How to harness the power of your relationships to improve yourself. 
  • The connection between youthfulness and muscle strength. 
  • Why your goal should be to be strong. 
  • The importance of learning skills in your training. 
  • A template for building muscle. 
  • How often a beginner should lift weights. 
  • What a technical limit is, and how to use it. 
  • How to automatically work recovery time into your training. 
  • Tips for keeping your muscles from getting overworked. 
  • A powerful philosophy for training and life. 
  • The difference between moving weight and moving around the weight. 
  • Why your mindset matters, and why you need to give yourself grace. 

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