{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63b47fdad4ce52001241f874/67fc6a5b629a2f363680fcd0?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"EP165: You're Leaving Gains on the Table: Here's Why (And How to Fix It)","description":"<p>Training hard and consistently, but not seeing changes in your body? Chances are, you're focused on the wrong metrics.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Christina outlines the key elements of a quality workout, debunking common misconceptions about fitness and explaining why most people are unknowingly wasting time in the gym.</p><p><br></p><p>Christina exposes the most overrated (and misunderstood) markers of a “good” workout—like how much you sweat, how many calories you burn, or how long you train; while explaining what actually drives progress in the gym.</p><p><br></p><p>She discusses the elements that define a quality workout, including stability, intensity, and control. Christina also highlights the importance of program design and exercise selection tailored to individual goals.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation further explores the concept of proximity to failure in training and how to navigate soreness and recovery effectively. Plus tips on supplements that are <em>actually</em> worth taking, and why \"junk reps,\" poor form, or chasing your ego in the gym will leave you spinning your wheels.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Topics Discussed:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Why more sweat ≠ more fat loss (and what does)</li><li>The most common training mistakes that stall fat loss and muscle growth</li><li>How poor form and “junk reps” are sabotaging your results</li><li>Why nutrition plays a more significant role than workout intensity in weight loss.</li><li>The reason HIIT might be hurting your fat loss progress</li><li>Comparing yourself to those using performance-enhancing drugs is misleading.</li><li>Soreness is part of the fitness journey; learning to manage it is a MUST.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Christina's Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/knifina/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/knifina/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Cut &amp; Conquer Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cutandconquerfitness/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/cutandconquerfitness/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Coaching Application:<a href=\"https://cutandconquer.typeform.com/CQA-application\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://cutandconquer.typeform.com/CQA-application</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Free FB Community: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Shop our Meal Prep Seasoning: <a href=\"https://healthydevil.ca/collections/all\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://healthydevil.ca/collections/all</a>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Christina Slater"}