EPISODE · Apr 17, 2025 · 39 MIN
212. Plateau or Just a Bad Week? 3 Signs to Watch For
from Help Me Understand · host JK McLeod
In this episode of Help Me Understand, JK shares info and perspective on one of the most common (and frustrating) parts of any fitness journey...hitting training plateaus.Whether you're chasing strength gains, aesthetic goals, or just trying to stay consistent, everyone eventually hits a wall. But how do you know it’s actually a plateau, and not just a bad week?Listen in as JK breaks it down into three key indicators: stalled performance, loss of motivation, and changes (or lack thereof) in recovery and body composition. This episode is a reminder that plateaus are normal, but they don’t have to be permanent. You'll hear practical strategies to recognize when your training might be stuck and how to make the right adjustments without burning out. JK also touches on the importance of tools like the double progression model, checking in with your coach, and staying honest about how your workouts actually feel.----00:00 Understanding Training Plateaus05:44 Signs of a Plateau in Performance19:56 Motivation and Engagement in Workouts27:18 Recovery and Body Composition Challenges----Have a question or topic you'd like JK to talk about in a future episode? Submit it HEREConnect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleodEmail JK: [email protected] on YouTube:@CoachJKMcLeodJoin JK's weekly email list: subscribe hereCheck out Feed Your Habits* apparel here(code: JKFYH for 10% off)*available in the US only at this time
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In this episode of Help Me Understand, JK shares info and perspective on one of the most common (and frustrating) parts of any fitness journey...hitting training plateaus.Whether you're chasing strength gains, aesthetic goals, or just trying to stay consistent, everyone eventually hits a wall. But how do you know it’s actually a plateau, and not just a bad week?Listen in as JK breaks it down into three key indicators: stalled performance, loss of motivation, and changes (or lack thereof) in recovery and body composition. This episode is a reminder that plateaus are normal, but they don’t have to be permanent. You'll hear practical strategies to recognize when your training might be stuck and how to make the right adjustments without burning out. JK also touches on the importance of tools like the double progression model, checking in with your coach, and staying honest about how your workouts actually feel.----00:00 Understanding Training Plateaus05:44 Signs of a Plateau in Performance19:56 Motivation and Engagement in Workouts27:18 Recovery and Body Composition Challenges----Have a question or topic you'd like JK to talk about in a future episode? Submit it HEREConnect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleodEmail JK: [email protected] on YouTube:@CoachJKMcLeodJoin JK's weekly email list: subscribe hereCheck out Feed Your Habits* apparel here(code: JKFYH for 10% off)*available in the US only at this time
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