My Progressive Overload Framework For Building Muscle | Ep 780

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Progressive overload is one of the most important parts of building muscle, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode I break down my framework for applying progressive overload. I cover how hard your sets should be and how I use rep ranges. From there I explain when to add weight versus when to stay at the same weight to build reps. I also get into why you don't need to beat your numbers every session. Exercise order and recovery both affect your logbook, and forcing progress can backfire over time. So if you want a simple, practical approach to progressive overload and building muscle, this episode is for you. Let's talk about: Introduction What Is Progressive Overload? Why the Body Resists Building Muscle Three Things That Matter for Building Muscle What 0 to 3 Reps in Reserve Looks Like Hard Training vs Heavy Training What the Research Says on Adding Reps vs Adding Weight Why I Prescribe Rep Ranges Building Reps Before Adding Weight What to Do If You Go Above the Rep Range What to Do If You Fall Below the Rep Range You Don't Need to Beat Your Numbers Every Session How Exercise Order + Context Affect Your Numbers Be Careful With Forcing Progressive Overload Final Thoughts Body Recomp Workshop Replay: https://chipper-producer-6244.kit.com/791129889c Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform