#446: The Insider's Guide to Optimal Strength Training

<p>You've got questions. </p> <p>And you know, I've got answers. </p> <p>I'm back with another jam packed Q&A to help you live and train optimally, feel your best, and crush your goals. A few of the questions I address today are: </p> <ul> <li>How can you avoid the inevitable elbow, forearm, and shoulder issues that come with chin-ups? [3:00]</li> <li>Can you make significant progress on a 4-day, push pull legs split? [7:20]</li> <li>What is clean failure? And how many sets should you be taking to failure? [9:18]</li> <li>What's the easiest way to fix poor posture? [11:12]</li> <li>How much protein should you be eating per day? [13:47]</li> <li>How do you navigate multiple rep ranges? [16:42]</li> <li>What's the best way to do drop sets? [28:52]</li> <li>How many days should you train per week? And what to do on off days? [31:18]</li> <li>Who are my recommended kettlebell training pros? [34:52]</li> </ul> <p>Sponsors </p> <p><a href="http://www.masszymes.com/renegade" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">BiOptimizers</a>: Get the best in class enzyme supplement to improve digestion, reduce bloating, and absorb more nutrients from your meals. Experience the magic of high-quality enzymes by going to  <a href= "http://www.masszymes.com/renegade" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">masszymes.com/renegade</a>. </p> <p><a href="http://www.yourepoch.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Epoch</a>: Not all protein powders are created the same. Don't believe me? Go to <a href="http://www.yourepoch.com" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">yourepoch.com</a> and use the coupon code JAY to find out for yourself (they make some dope a$$ kettlebells too).</p> <p><a href="http://www.athleticgreens.com/jay" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Athletic Greens</a>: Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system with just one scoop. Go to <a href="http://www.athleticgreens.com/jay" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">athleticgreens.com/jay</a> to find out why once people start taking it, they never stop.</p>