{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6514b277936e07001165005e/683f4f550fde3d62aaac898e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#144 \"It's Complicated\"","description":"<p>In this jam-packed <em>Live in the Tribe</em> episode of the <em>Tom the Trainer Fitness Over 40 Podcast</em>, I dive into some of the most frequently misunderstood topics in training, including body recomposition, smart program adaptation, and why most people hit plateaus.</p><p><br></p><p>I break down how to effectively lose fat and build muscle at the same time, what truly triggers “newbie gains,” and how even experienced lifters can recompose with the right approach to training, sleep, and nutrition.</p><p><br></p><p>I also take on recovery head-on: when to skip a workout, how to adjust training intensity without sabotaging progress, and how to avoid burnout from stacking too many intense days. Whether you're running push/pull/legs, full-body, or high-intensity split programs, I explain how to tailor your approach based on your goals, experience level, and stress load.</p><p><br></p><p>Beyond training, this episode gets into the weeds on:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Almonds vs. peanuts for micronutrient support</li><li>Hip stability vs. hip action for runners</li><li>Tendon rehab and injury prevention through tolerable stimulus</li><li>Pre-run breakfast setups that actually keep you fueled</li><li>Rest periods, rep schemes, and how to pick the right approach for your goal, fat loss, hypertrophy, or both</li></ul><p><br></p><p>With plenty of laughs, smart-assery, and one very solid Arnold impression, I keep it real, keep it raw, and give you the coaching insights most programs leave out.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to transform your body in the next 12 weeks? Book a Free Strategy Call 👉 <a href=\"https://tomthetrainerfitness.com/dominate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://tomthetrainerfitness.com/dominate</a></p><p><br></p><p>Join <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/tomthetrainerstribe/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tom The Trainer’s Tribe</a>, and message me the word “coaching” on Instagram at <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/tomthetrainerfitness/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tomthetrainerfitness</a> or Facebook at <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/tom.the.trainer.mouland\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tom Trainer Mouland</a>!</p><p><br></p><p>Have the best day ever!</p>","author_name":"Tom Mouland"}