E. 171 When Should You Increase Weight In The Gym?

from Self-Selecting · host Cory Hageman

How do you know when it's actually time to increase weight?In this episode, I break down the exact framework I use to determine when to add load, when to stay at the same weight, and when to focus on improving execution instead. We discuss progressive overload, reps in reserve (RIR), training intensity, hypertrophy, rep speed, exercise technique, glute growth, muscle building, recovery, and nutrition.Whether you're a beginner learning how to train hard or an advanced lifter struggling to break through a plateau, understanding how to properly progress your training can dramatically improve your results.This episode will help you stop guessing, train closer to failure, build more muscle, and make smarter decisions inside the gym.Timestamps:- [00:00 – 05:00] – Why Most Lifters Get Stuck With Progressive Overload- [05:00 – 11:20] – Following A Structured Program & Avoiding Training Mistakes- [11:20 – 20:36] – Training To Failure, RIR & Using Rep Speed Correctly- [20:36 – 25:40] – How To Know When It's Time To Increase Weight- [25:40 – 30:09] – Why Most People Undershoot Intensity & Load Selection- [30:09 – 34:08] – Skill Development, Confidence & Progressive Overload- [34:08 – 37:53] – When Increasing Weight Is The Wrong Decision- [37:53 – 41:54] – The Progressive Overload Decision-Making Framework- [41:54 – 43:43] – Using Tempo To Drive Muscle Growth Without Adding Weight- [43:43 – 45:06] – The Stability Factor Most Lifters Overlook- [45:06 – 47:48] – Recovery, Sleep & The Variables Affecting Performance- [47:48 – 52:32] – Why You Must Eat Enough To Build MuscleLinks & Resources:Purchase The Complete Fat Loss Guide: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-fat-loss-guide/Purchase The Glute Building Blueprint: https://coryfit.com/product/the-complete-glute-building-program/https://coryfit.com/⁠Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min⁠Consults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultationFor more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/⁠Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink