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EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 10 MIN

A Stranger Asked How to Build Muscle—Here’s Exactly What I Told Him

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Send us Fan MailA guy working out next to me at the gym asked a simple question:"How do I lift heavier weights like you?"It caught me off guard—but it also made me think.If I only had a few minutes to help someone build muscle, what advice would I give?In this episode, I break down the fundamentals that matter most: How much protein you should eat each day  Why calories matter for muscle growth  How hard you should be training (and what "near failure" actually means)  The easiest way to progressively overload your workouts  How much weekly training volume you actually need There's no magic exercise.No secret supplement.No complicated program.Just a handful of proven principles that, when applied consistently, will help you build muscle and get stronger over time.If you're new to lifting—or you've been spinning your wheels—this episode gives you the blueprint to start making progress.First time listening? Check out our trailer: "Start Here - What The Power of Progress is All About" It's less than 2 minutes and will help you jumpstart your fitness and mindset journey.Follow me on Instagram: scottspeaksfitnessNeed a speaker for your next event?? Workshops, seminars, keynotes, corporate events!"Become The Master of Your Health""Why Diets Don't Work: How to See Results""The M3 Method: Using Mindset, Motion & Momentum"Contact me here: www.scottspeaksfitness.comFree 30 minute Power call with Scott. Help you identify how to go from point A to point B to help you achieve your goals faster! Book a call: www.myprogresscall.comCheck out the youtube ch...

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Send us Fan Mail A guy working out next to me at the gym asked a simple question: "How do I lift heavier weights like you?" It caught me off guard—but it also made me think. If I only had a few minutes to help someone build muscle, what advice would I give? In this episode, I break down the fundamentals that matter most: How much protein you should eat each day Why calories matter for muscle growth How hard you should be training (and what "near failure" actually m...

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