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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 33 MIN

Ep 165 | How to Actually Brace Your Core During Lifts (And Why It Matters)

from The Muscle Makeover · host Megan Hardy

If you've ever experienced back pain during squats, deadlifts, or other strength exercises—or you've been told to "engage your core" but have no idea if you're actually doing it right—this episode is a must-listen. I'm breaking down one of the most overlooked lifting skills that could instantly improve your stability, strength, and confidence in the gym. You'll learn simple, practical cues that can help make every lift feel stronger and more supported.Free Macro Guide: Set And Adjust Your Own Macros⁠⁠Use Code “TMM” for 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements⁠⁠Click to Apply For 1:1 Coaching⁠Megan’s Amazon Storefront & Gym EquipmentFree Resources & Live Trainings: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠Follow Megan and Fitness Uncharted Socials:⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

If you've ever experienced back pain during squats, deadlifts, or other strength exercises—or you've been told to "engage your core" but have no idea if you're actually doing it right—this episode is a must-listen. I'm breaking down one of the most overlooked lifting skills that could instantly improve your stability, strength, and confidence in the gym. You'll learn simple, practical cues that can help make every lift feel stronger and more supported.Free Macro Guide: Set And Adjust Your Own Macros⁠⁠Use Code “TMM” for 20% off Legion Athletics Supplements⁠⁠Click to Apply For 1:1 Coaching⁠Megan’s Amazon Storefront & Gym EquipmentFree Resources & Live Trainings: ⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠Follow Megan and Fitness Uncharted Socials:⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

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Ep 165 | How to Actually Brace Your Core During Lifts (And Why It Matters)

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