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The Trainwell Podcast
Hosted by trainwell personal trainers Darian Healy and Joey Maestas, the trainwell podcast is your go-to resource for all things fitness. We talk about everything from strength training and motivation to nutrition, recovery, and corrective exercises, we cover it all to help you live a stronger, healthier, and more active life. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, our mission is simple: Inspire you to move more, get stronger, and have fun. Tune in for expert advice, actionable tips, fun conversation, and plenty of motivation to take your fitness to the next level!
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The Trainwell Podcast
Metabolism, HIIT & Sweat: The Myths That Need to Die
In this episode of the Trainwell podcast, Darian and Joey tackle common fitness myths, focusing on metabolism, high-intensity interval training, and the misconception that sweating equates to fat loss. They emphasize the importance of progressive overload in strength training and clarify what true HIIT entails. The conversation is filled with practical advice for listeners looking to improve their fitness routines and debunk prevalent myths in the fitness community.
Takeaways
- You can't really confuse your metabolism; it's about consistency.
- Progressive overload is essential for seeing results in strength training.
- You do not need to constantly change workouts to see progress.
- True HIIT requires structured intervals and full recovery.
- Sweating does not equate to fat loss; it's just your body cooling down.
- Building muscle is about eating properly and lifting weights.
- High-rep workouts may not be as effective as lower-rep, higher-weight training.
- Use performance metrics, not sweat, to measure workout effectiveness.
- Nutrition and recovery are crucial components of a successful fitness regimen.
- Check show notes for additional resources and information.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Myth Busting in Fitness
00:57 Understanding Metabolism and Progressive Overload
03:05 The Truth About High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
08:51 Sweat Does Not Equal Fat Burn
11:53 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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