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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 16 MIN

Why More Isn't Always Better: The Real Secret to Effective Workouts and Recovery

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

Are you pushing yourself in the gym, only to feel burned out, injured, or stuck without progress? Sometimes, less really is more.In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, strength and conditioning coach Jim Laird shares eye-opening insights on why overtraining can hinder your results—and how smart recovery is the key to long-term strength and health.In this episode, you will learn:• Why "more" isn’t always better for workouts and stress management• How learning to rest harder can dramatically boost your performance• The difference between training for performance vs. training for health• Practical tips to build sustainable strength, resilience, and well-beingStay tuned till the end for actionable steps you can start implementing today to improve your recovery, energy, and overall fitness results!🌐 Connect with Jim Laird and join the Vitality Brotherhood community here:https://VitalityBrotherhood.com💬 Share this episode or your key takeaways on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/UTRGXznRnGvx1BgM/?mibextid=LQQJ4dSubscribe for more health, fitness, and performance insights, plus actionable tips to help you move smarter, train better, and recover stronger!#WorkoutRecovery #HealthTips #Training #Fitness #JimLaird #MakingOfMePodcast #StrengthTraining #Wellness #Performance

Are you pushing yourself in the gym, only to feel burned out, injured, or stuck without progress? Sometimes, less really is more.In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, strength and conditioning coach Jim Laird shares eye-opening insights on why overtraining can hinder your results—and how smart recovery is the key to long-term strength and health.In this episode, you will learn:• Why "more" isn’t always better for workouts and stress management• How learning to rest harder can dramatically boost your performance• The difference between training for performance vs. training for health• Practical tips to build sustainable strength, resilience, and well-beingStay tuned till the end for actionable steps you can start implementing today to improve your recovery, energy, and overall fitness results!🌐 Connect with Jim Laird and join the Vitality Brotherhood community here:https://VitalityBrotherhood.com💬 Share this episode or your key takeaways on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/UTRGXznRnGvx1BgM/?mibextid=LQQJ4dSubscribe for more health, fitness, and performance insights, plus actionable tips to help you move smarter, train better, and recover stronger!#WorkoutRecovery #HealthTips #Training #Fitness #JimLaird #MakingOfMePodcast #StrengthTraining #Wellness #Performance

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