#123 Strength Training vs Training for Size w/ Matthew Taylor

Episode 123 of the Tom The Trainer's Fitness Over 40 podcast, hosted by Tom Mouland, titled "#123 Strength Training vs Training for Size w/ Matthew Taylor" was published on March 18, 2025 and runs 40 minutes.

March 18, 2025 ·40m · Tom The Trainer's Fitness Over 40

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Summary

Let's dive into the science and strategy behind powerlifting success, including mastering foundational lifts, balancing recovery, and avoiding common pitfalls like chasing PRs too often. In this episode of the Tom the Trainer Fitness Podcast, I sat down with coach Matt Taylor sharing his journey from an unathletic teen to setting powerlifting records and coaching athletes to add up to 200 pounds to their totals. Matt explains how strength training demands precision, from skillful programming to targeting weak points, and why it’s crucial to tailor your approach to your goals.Whether you’re curious about powerlifting, aiming to break through plateaus, or just want to lift smarter, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration to keep you progressing.Don’t miss it! And make sure to follow Matthew on his socials!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongeryoupt/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongeryouptHave the best day ever!Tom The Trainer �� Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description

Let's dive into the science and strategy behind powerlifting success, including mastering foundational lifts, balancing recovery, and avoiding common pitfalls like chasing PRs too often.

In this episode of the Tom the Trainer Fitness Podcast, I sat down with coach Matt Taylor sharing his journey from an unathletic teen to setting powerlifting records and coaching athletes to add up to 200 pounds to their totals. Matt explains how strength training demands precision, from skillful programming to targeting weak points, and why it’s crucial to tailor your approach to your goals.

Whether you’re curious about powerlifting, aiming to break through plateaus, or just want to lift smarter, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration to keep you progressing.

Don’t miss it! And make sure to follow Matthew on his socials!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongeryoupt/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongeryoupt

Have the best day ever!

Tom The Trainer ��

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.