Workout Intensity, Optimal Training Routines, and Why StrongLifts 5x5 is Overrated (I&G Podcast Ep. #2)

In Episode Two of the Iron & Grit Podcast we cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time.

I talk about the importance of intensity.

Without intensity, nothing improves. With intensity everything improves. Including muscle growth and strength.

Learn how to increase workout intensity in today’s episode.

I also discuss why StrongLifts 5×5 and Mark Rippetoe’s Starting Strength routines are overrated, and what you should do instead.

We also cover the appropriate workout frequency and training volume for maximizing muscle gains.

Don’t get trapped in low volume, low frequency workout routines.

You can also listen to this podcast on YouTube and Soundcloud.

Intro – Banter

1:00 – Workout intensity

1:22 – What is training intensity?

1:30 – The simplest way to increase workout intensity

2:08 – What are the benefits of intense workouts?

2:42 – Problems with StrongLifts 5×5 and Mark Rippetoe’s Starting Strength

4:50 – Optimum Workout frequency and set/rep scheme

5:30 – High Volume pyramid training

7:00 – The hidden benefit of High Rep sets at the beginning of your workout

8:45 – Wrap up and plugs

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Workout Intensity, Optimal Training Routines, and Why StrongLifts 5×5 is Overrated (I&G Podcast Ep. #2)