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If you want to know what science really says about “starvation mode” and “metabolic damage,” then you need to read this article. The post “Metabolic Damage” and “Starvation Mode,” Debunked by Science appeared first on Legion Athletics. Key Takeaways “Metabolic damage” isn’t real, has never...

Learn how to get better at writing and break into the game of content creation. The post Lou Schuler on the Art and Science of Creating Great Content appeared first on Legion Athletics. I write a lot. Between my books and blog, I’ve written (er, typed) tens of millions of words on various...

It might seem like a good idea, but it’s usually counterproductive. The post Should You Eat Back the Calories You Burn from Exercise? appeared first on Legion Athletics. If you want to lose weight, one of the most helpful things you can do is start tracking your calorie intake. This...

Feel fitter, livelier, and calmer with Vitality. The post Our New Product Vitality Is Here! Better Hormones, More Energy, and Less Stress appeared first on Legion Athletics. When you were younger, you probably ate what you wanted, exercised how you wanted, and enjoyed the body you wanted...

Harness the power of mental models to think and act more effectively in every area of your life. The post Book Club: My Top 5 Takeaways from Super Thinking by Gabriel Weinberg and Lauren McCann appeared first on Legion Athletics. “Can you recommend a book for…?” “What are you reading right...

"I'm definitely more confident and not afraid to take the shirt off!" The post How Austin Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Lose 17 Pounds and 8% Body Fat in 3 Months appeared first on Legion Athletics. The post How Austin Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Lose 17 Pounds and 8% Body Fat in 3...

“Can you recommend a book for…?” “What are you reading right now?” “What are your favorite books?” I get asked those types of questions a lot and, as an avid reader and all-around bibliophile, I’m always happy to oblige. I also like to encourage people to read as much as possible because...

Steven Sashen explains why you want to be running and lifting in minimalist footwear. The post Steven Sashen on the Truth About Minimalist and Fancy Sports Footwear appeared first on Legion Athletics. What’s the deal with athletic footwear? On the one hand, you have fancy, expensive running...

It might seem like a good idea, but it’s usually counterproductive. The post Good Question: Should You Eat Back the Calories You Burn from Exercise? appeared first on Legion Athletics. Key Takeaways Eating back the calories you burn during exercise is unnecessary and usually just slows...

If you want to know the pros and cons of partial and full range of motion reps, how each affects muscle growth, and when you should and shouldn’t use both in your training, then you want to listen to this podcast. The post Are Partial Reps Good for Gaining More Strength and Size? appeared first...

Why can’t I gain weight no matter how much I eat? How can I wake up refreshed? What training beliefs have I changed my mind about? Tune in to find out. The post Q&A: Weight Gain Plateaus, Sleeping Better, and Training Beliefs Now vs. Then appeared first on Legion Athletics. I’ve churned...

"I feel guided and confident enough to say that this time around I will get the results I want!" The post How Marianela Used Thinner Leaner Stronger to Lose 10 Pounds and 3% Body Fat appeared first on Legion Athletics. The post How Marianela Used Thinner Leaner Stronger to Lose 10 Pounds and...

Hand-picked key takeaways from three popular Muscle For Life podcasts to help you lose fat faster and supercharge your willpower. The post The Best of Muscle for Life: Understanding Exercise Science, Fasted Cardio, & Using “Environment Design” appeared first on Legion Athletics. I’ve recorded...

Learn what science says about time under tension and building muscle. The post Time Under Tension and Building Muscle—Does It Matter? appeared first on Legion Athletics. Key Takeaways Time under tension refers to the total amount of time a muscle remains contracted. Although important for...

Pat Flynn discusses religion, his spiritual journey, and some of life’s most important questions. The post Pat Flynn on Why You Should (Re-)Consider Religion appeared first on Legion Athletics. Politics and religion—the two taboo topics you’re never supposed to bring up on a first date...

What is nitrogen balance, and can it help you “recomp?” The post Is Nitrogen Balance the Key to Building Muscle? What 14 Studies Say appeared first on Legion Athletics. Key Takeaways Nitrogen balance is a measurement of the total amount of nitrogen you consume versus the total amount of...

Should you change your diet and training program based on your menstrual cycle phases? The post The Complete Guide to Eating and Training During Your Menstrual Cycle appeared first on Legion Athletics. As a woman, you face some challenges that guys don’t. One of the most obvious is the...

Do I recommend an unhealthy amount of protein? Is collagen supplementation actually beneficial? Do all gun laws infringe upon our rights? Tune in to hear my answers. The post Says You! Protein and Longevity, Collagen Supplementation, and Gun Laws appeared first on Legion Athletics. I’ve...

"This is by far the best program I’ve followed." The post How Matthew Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Lose 15 Pounds and 5% Body Fat appeared first on Legion Athletics. The post How Matthew Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Lose 15 Pounds and 5% Body Fat appeared first on Legion Athletics...

What is reverse dieting, and can it help you eat more without gaining fat? The post The Definitive Guide to Reverse Dieting (2020) appeared first on Legion Athletics. Key Takeaways Reverse dieting involves gradually increasing your calorie intake over the course of several weeks or months...