this is how you stay fit while running an online business without burning out 3 weeks in (with Matt)

Links:FInd Matt Here: lifestyle_mentoringTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:43] Matt's Background and Fitness Journey[01:29] Discovering the Passion for Fitness and Motivation[03:00] Topic Shift: Applying "Newbie Gains" to Business and Life[03:20] Defining Newbie Gains in the Fitness World[06:50] Cardio vs. Weight Training for Muscle Gain[07:39] How Entrepreneurs Can Capitalize on Early Wins and Pitfalls to Avoid[10:27] Breaking the Plateau: Increasing Intensity and Volume[11:15] Changing Up the Strategy/Movement to Confuse Muscles[12:40] Matt's Example: Overcoming a Strength Plateau on Bench Press[14:44] Detailed Breakdown of Bench Press Phases (Chest vs. Triceps)[16:30] Exercise Tip: Using Floor Presses to Break the Top Phase Plateau[17:20] The Psychology of New Beginnings and the Dopamine Rush of Progress[19:17] Common Fitness Myths and B******t on Social Media[20:09] Discussing the Ineffectiveness of Weight Loss Smoothies and Pills[21:46] Why People Fall for "Instant Gratification" Fitness Scams[24:36] Misconceptions Around Mass Gainers and Fat Loss Shakes[26:44] Addressing the Whey Protein Misconception[29:57] The Problem with Cheating and Testosterone Use in Fitness[36:47] Sustainable Fitness Strategies for Busy People: Meal Prepping[39:42] Debunking the Myth that All Fats are Bad (The Focus Should Be on Sugar)[41:55] Identifying Healthy Fats and Harmful Saturated Fats[46:27] Mindful Use of Cooking Oil/Spray and Reading Nutrition Labels[48:44] The Importance of Fiber for Satiety and Digestion[51:51] Calisthenics (Body Weight) vs. Free Weights (Pros and Cons)[53:45] Challenges of Training Legs with Calisthenics (Pulse Squats, Squat Jumps)[59:28] Disadvantages of Going to a Commercial Gym (Crowds, Cost)[01:03:17] Basic Requirements When Choosing a Gym (Space, Essential Equipment)[01:08:14] Creative Ways to Incorporate Fitness While Traveling (Detachable Equipment)[01:11:42] Staying Motivated: The Importance of a Supportive Network[01:14:09] Safety: Taking Calisthenics (Pull-ups) to Failure[01:16:19] Training Close to Failure vs. Through Failure (When to Stop)[01:19:50] The Danger of "Swinging" and Ego Lifting (Poor Form)[01:24:38] Matt's Final Advice: Lift Safe and Effectively[01:24:55] Where to Find Guest Matt (lifestyle mentoring on Instagram) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thekarthikgurumurthy.substack.com