How Strength Training Can Improve Your Physical & Mental Health (with Dr. Joey Muñoz)

Nourished & Free: The Podcast

10/22/24 • 48 min

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Have you ever wondered WHY strength training is so important? Is it superior to other types of exercise? Dr. Joey Muñoz, a leading fitness coach and educator, is explaining the science, benefits and potential risks of strength training.

Lifting heavy weights might seem a little intimidating, especially if you're more used to cardio. But today, I wanted to bring Dr. Joey on to show you why strength training can positively impact how you feel and doesn't have to be so daunting.

Tune in to hear Dr. Joey debunk common strength training myths, from whether you need to eat protein within that 30-minute window to fasting before your workout. Get ready to transform your body and your mindset.

TOPICS COVERED 👇
Benefits of muscle mass (05:30)
Building muscle as you age (06:08)
Bone Density and Resistance Training (08:03)
Reducing the risk of chronic diseases (09:54)
Short-term benefits (14:29)
Psychological benefits (18:00)
Risks of strength training (19:44)
Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding (23:35)
Aesthetic goals in fitness (26:30)
Fitness as a gateway to healthy behaviors (27:47)
Stress management through exercise (30:13)
Nutrition to support muscle growth (32:18)
Pre-workout nutrition myths (37:12)
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Instagram @dr.joeymunoz
Dr. Joey's website
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10/22/24 • 48 min

Nourished & Free: The Podcast - How Strength Training Can Improve Your Physical & Mental Health (with Dr. Joey Muñoz)

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Michelle Yates 00:00:00 Welcome back to the Nourished and Free podcast. If you're here, it's because you probably love learning more about nutrition and general wellness. If you aren't already subscribed to this particular show, be sure you stick around for more episodes around the topics of not only nutrition and health, but specifically how we can foster a healthy relationship with those things as well as with our bodies. My name is Michelle Yates. I'm a registered dietitian with my Masters

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