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#221: Weights or cardio first, reaching ...

Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT
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5 lbs of muscle episodes:

0:00: FREE MONTH JUNE 8TH & 9TH 

1:35: 5 lbs of muscle check-in & member stories 

5:00: Strength training before cardio 

7:10: How education can lead to better results 

8:45: Should I train differently based on my age? 

11:48: Do less, but better

12:54: Reaching failure vs. reps in reserve 

16:04: Body recomposition and muscle memory 

18:50: Important announcement 

To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

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