How Much Training Volume You REALLY Need to Build Muscle Over 40 | Ep 417

How Much Training Volume You REALLY Need to Build Muscle Over 40 | Ep 417

Author: Philip Pape, Evidence-Based Nutrition Coach & Fat Loss Expert December 24, 2025 Duration: 28:58
Check out the new Fitness Lab app (iPhone and Android) to get personalized guidance on your training volume, recovery, and nutrition... all in one place, with 20% off through January 2nd: https://witsandweights.com/app -- Most lifters are either doing too little volume to stimulate muscle growth or piling on so much that they're just accumulating fatigue without results. If you're hitting the gym consistently but not seeing the gains you want, your training volume is probably the proble...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right in the gym and kitchen, but the scale and the mirror tell a different story? You're not alone. Wits & Weights | Evidence-Based Fitness & Nutrition for Lifters Over 40 is for those who are past the beginner phase and deep into the grind, yet frustrated by stalled progress. Hosted by Philip Pape, an evidence-based nutrition coach, this podcast cuts through the noise of fitness fads and industry hype. Each episode takes a common, often unquestioned, piece of advice-be it about protein timing, cardio protocols, or specific lifting techniques-and subjects it to a logical, science-informed scrutiny. Philip identifies why these mainstream rules frequently fail, especially for lifters navigating the unique physiological landscape of being over 40, and provides clear, actionable strategies that actually align with how your body works. It’s for the critical thinker who knows that effort deserves intelligent direction. You’ll find practical insights on strength training, sustainable fat loss, and nutrition that prioritizes long-term health and performance without gimmicks. Tune in for a conversation that replaces confusion with clarity and effort with evidence, helping you finally see the results your hard work warrants.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Wits & Weights | Evidence-Based Fitness & Nutrition for Lifters Over 40
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