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Feb 2025
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Are 20-Minute Workouts Actually Effectiv...

Britany Williams
About this episode

Can 20-minute workouts really build muscle and improve endurance, or are they just a way to make us feel productive without real progress?

In this episode, Britany tackles one of the biggest fitness debates—are short workouts actually effective, or are we just fooling ourselves? Whether you’re a busy mom squeezing in exercise during nap time or someone trying to stay consistent without spending hours in the gym, this episode breaks down exactly when 20 minutes is enough—and when it’s not.

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✔️ The minimum effective amount of strength training to see real progress
✔️ How short workouts can be structured for maximum efficiency
✔️ The biggest mistake people make with quick workouts (and how to fix it)
✔️ When 20-minute workouts AREN'T enough to achieve your goals
✔️ How perfectionism is holding you back from making real progress

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is a 20-minute workout even worth it?”—this episode has your answer.

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