#473: WARNING: Don't Buy Into These 5 Training Myths

Most people waste years in the gym. Not only do they not get any leaner, bigger, or stronger but they destroy their joints and CNS while they're at it. Ouch. I've been there.  I've tried everything under the sun. Through thirty years of experiments - on myself and my clients - I've figured out what works and what doesn't...  These 5 common training myths simply don't work. In fact, they're likely holding you back and making your results worse. And I'm here today to tell you how.  Myth #1 - You should ALWAYS train to failure. [2:52] Myth #2 - You should arch your back on squats and deadlifts. [8:42] Myth #3 - You need priming/activation exercises. [17:27] Myth #4 - Dietary variety is important. [20:25] Myth #5 - HIIT burns more fat than low intensity cardio. [23:52] Sponsors Nootopia: The newest addition to your morning routine. All day energy, clarity, and focus without the jitters and crashes. Enhance your mental performance, boost you immunity, and get that glowing, healthy skin we all desire by going to nootopia.com/jaygenius and be sure to use the coupon code JAY10 to save 10%.  Paleo Valley: If you haven't tried this 100% grass-fed whey protein do yourself a favor and change that now. It's the first ever 100% grass-fed protein with colostrum - one of the most powerful superfoods on the planet. Go to paleovalley.com and use coupon code JAY to save 15%.  Joy Mode: Ever wish there was a pre-workout supplement for sex? For enhanced sex drive AND better performance head over to usejoymode.com/discount/jay and use coupon code JAY for 20% off your first order.