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It is a stellar question-and-answer session here on Mikey Likes You. I dive into recovery and addiction, hamstring training, getting back into it after injury, pre-workout supplements, and much more. I appreciate all the great questions you fine people send in, and I hope you like my answers. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance,...

I'm sure you're probably tired of me telling you that this is a special episode, but this really was a special episode. Laura Micetich is a certified transformation specialist and a life coach. I've known her for a while as we both used to train at the Mecca in Venice Beach. At six feet tall and being very attractive, she is quite eye-catching. When you see her astounding transformation, it makes...

My friend Aaron Alexander sat down to chat, and it turned out to be way more substantive than I could've imagined. Aaron is the man behind "The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind and Stress-Proof Life." I assumed our discussion would be about body mechanics, posture, and mobility, but mainly, we discussed existential conflicts. It is safe to say that mo...

I put up a full day of eating in my new focused programming, and now I wanted to let you in on my training plan. I am 20 weeks from my peak, so I am prioritizing hypertrophy. My current program is based on push/pull/legs with a mixed emphasis on volume and intensity. In today's episode, I break it down with all the details. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interes...

Very smart people in the fitness world are debating the merits between intensity and volume. As with most problems, my answer lies in the middle. I am not a timid fence sitter, I am an old man who's been around the block enough to know that truth lives in the endless shades of grey. My daughter and I break down the value of both high intensity and high volume training, and how you should look to i...

So I decided to devote my efforts to bodybuilding for the first time in decades. My training is primarily based on performance and looking good naked is a byproduct. In preparation for my 45th birthday in March, I am going to get swole patrol to the max. Here is a day of eating with a full macro and calorie breakdown for my mass-gaining phase. As I draw closer to March, you can see how my diet and...

It's a new episode of fan question and answer. Today we cover the best rep range for hypertrophy, training and eating while you travel, coming back from injury, training legs without squatting, making a huge life change and much more. I loved doing this episode and I hope you love consuming it. Here is my patreon link that I reference in the show https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345&fan_land...

Nicky Rod has justifiably become a legend in the world of submission grappling in an impossibly short time. He's a founding member of the B-Team in Austin, Texas, and owner of a beautiful body. We dive right into his rivalry with Gordan Ryan, dealing with being beautiful, staying buff while training hard on the mats, and so much more. I had a great time talking with Nick, and I think you will have...

I come to you with information. This information should be used to analyze your training, and I promise it will help. Most people train with nowhere near enough intensity, and because of this, they train too often. It is a collection of meaningless volume. In this episode, I break down Menno Henselman's top 3 reasons you're not getting results, and then I focus on reason 3. Do me a favor and like/...

My wife Bianca Kajlich, joins me for an excellent conversation. We dive into purpose and meaning and how it relates to fitness. We also cover the differences between men and women regarding numerous aspects of self-betterment. This is a beautiful conversation that I believe displays why my wife and I are like peas in a pod. Do me a favor and like/subscribe and comment so that I can be happy. If yo...

Justin Harris is a coach & nutritionist in the fitness industry for nearly 20 years and holds degrees in Exercise Physiology and Atomic Physics. He is the owner of TroponinNutrition.com and Co-owner of 1stDetachment.com. I pick his brain on the details of creating a world-class physique and how they should and shouldn't apply to the average person. We also dive into the importance of diet, per...

The problem with changing how you look and feel is that it often creates an antagonistic relationship with food. You need to eat less to lose body fat. This kind of stinks, but it is, unfortunately, true. Food becomes something to dislike when you become conscious of how much and what you are eating. This is very dangerous, and there are ways to have a healthy relationship with food and lose body...

When it comes to training, there are times when it must be very narrow and specific, and at times specificity would harm your progress. Unfortunately, nearly all ideas regarding fitness are accurately answered with "maybe" or "sometimes." In this episode, I discuss the differences and purposes of general physical preparedness and specific training. Do me a favor and like/subscr...

Much of the struggle to get in shape originates from a distorted outlook. Is losing weight or gaining muscle difficult? Of course, it is, but that doesn't make it a burden. It is one of the few things you have COMPLETE CONTROL over, yet we all ignore this. We then exhaust considerable energy trying to control life's myriad erratic and indifferent aspects. Stop overlooking the gift. Do me a favor a...

I am often annoyed by the reductionist mindset of modern fitness. If you eat meat, eat nothing but meat. If you eat plants, eat nothing but plants. The same ethos goes for training. People get dogmatic about higher intensity and higher volume, and as with most things in life, there is a sweet middle ground. In today's episode, I explain why and how these two training styles should be symbiotic, no...

If you walk with the lame, you'll develop a limp. I have no idea who said that, but it is accurate and applies to today's podcast. If you're trying to get in shape or change your life, the people around you can make a huge impact. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance, my patreon is here for you https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666...

It's an extraordinary session of Q and A. I dive into reverse pyramid training, fat loss tips, strength, hypertrophy, sex before training, cold plunges, and more. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assistance, my patreon is here for you https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2666345&fan_landing=true Get yourself the very best nutritional supp...

Those who know me know that I recommend a minimalist approach to training. High intensity and focus on infrequent sessions are optimal for most to train. Unfortunately, this type of training takes a lot out of you physically and mentally. High-frequency training is lovely if you know how to do it right, and I show you how in this episode. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If...

I've expended so much energy in the kitchen and the gym and still didn't get what I hoped for. Around five years ago, I broke down and started implementing five different practices that finally made my goals a reality. In today's show, I explain all five principles and why they will work for you. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so that I can be happy. If you're interested in more detailed assista...

I distilled everything you need to do to have your best body and mind for summer into one practical program. I call it Sprints, Squats, and Steak. It is pretty nicely based around those three factors with some other helpful details added in. I used myself as the lab rat on this program and have followed it since the beginning of 2023. It is not a great program for an abject beginner. Still, if you...

Hugh Jackman is a beautiful man, and he has a beautiful body. He is five hundred years old and getting ready for Deadpool 3. Apparently, he's eating 8000 calories and training 3 hours a day. I have a real problem with this information, and I will tell you why in this episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

I came across a young lady looking for a complete overhaul of air travel for "plus-sized" people. Her desires and ideas of being overweight really bothered me, and I devoted this entire episode to unpacking my feelings. I make it clear that I do not want to shame her individually but rather the overall idea of victimhood and entitlement. Thank you, Bet Online, for making this show a real...

I solicited for questions; then you gave me some. That's when I answered them. It was a great collection. We get into BCAA’s vs EAAS man buns man boobs my personal training split fitness trends I hate female vs. male physiques. Thank you, betonline.ag and https://1stdetachment.com use my code MIKE10 Do me a favor and like/subscribe Also, my patreon is here if you're into more help. - https://www.p...

Powders, pills, and potions make the fitness industry go around. If you know anything about my philosophy, you know that I am not a fan of supplements in general, and I think they're at the bottom of the fitness hierarchy. That being said, some supplements are definitely worth your money and can help you enhance your nutrition and training. 1st Detachment Supplements - the best in the business htt...

Like most things on the internet, there is a ton of conflicting info and people simply exploiting ideas for pay. I dive right into giving you a breakdown of the most effective range of motion to maximize growth and the best way to handle muscular failure. After that, I will explain my take on modern masculinity and those who try to teach it. Do me a favor and like/subscribe so I can be happy. If y...