Metalcore & Muscle

How I Added 200lbs to My Squat in 9 Months: Lessons Learned from Squatting 205lbs to 405lbs

August 25, 2023 Season 3 Episode 11
Metalcore & Muscle
How I Added 200lbs to My Squat in 9 Months: Lessons Learned from Squatting 205lbs to 405lbs
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Are you trying to gain strength on your barbell back squat? In this episode of the podcast, Evan discusses how he added roughly 200lbs to his squat in under one year's time. Topics discussed include training, sleep, nutrition, supplementation, social factors, and mental health. We also discuss a few research studies that provide information on increase squat 1RM over a short period of time. The episode transitions into our music segments where we highlight one of our favorite albums of the year as well as our selection for song of the week. We hope you enjoy!

Song of the Week: Pale Iris by ERRA

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Introduction
Training
Sleep/Recovery
Nutrition
Supplementation
Social Factors
Mental Health
Research Studies
Deeper Water (album) by Cliffside
Song of the Week