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Bulking Up: The truth about muscle mass, your body type, getting lean, and feeling "swole" [Ep. 40]

Bulking Up: The truth about muscle mass, your body type, getting lean, and feeling "swole" [Ep. 40]

FromSelf Care Simplified


Bulking Up: The truth about muscle mass, your body type, getting lean, and feeling "swole" [Ep. 40]

FromSelf Care Simplified

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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Feb 4, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

There's a general fear among women: lifting weights, especially heavy weights, could potentially turn them into the hulk, making them look bulky and thick and masculine. But is this actually true? Perhaps your own experience says, "Yes! This happens to me!"  On this episode, we're talking all about the different body types and their potential to gain muscle mass, the different muscle fiber types, what's actually happening when you feel "swole" after a workout, and the real reason why you might feel thicker when you're strength training.  Also, there are also some personal body image fears that we need to address. I'll be sharing my own story and personal physical perceptions of "bulkiness" and how I've overcome.  We're packing a LOT in the episode! You're going to learn a ton about body types and muscle fibers and how your own body operates.  More Resources:  The Strong Mommas Squad - FREE private FB community for moms that would like more accountability & support!  [SM Article] Will Lifting Weights Make Me Bulk Up?  [GGS Article] Does Lifting Heavy Make You Bulky?  Philippians 4:12-13
Released:
Feb 4, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Megan Dahlman, a trainer, nutrition coach, and Christian mom, is on a mission to change the conversation about fitness and nutrition. In a culture that's obsessed with "gym-selfies" and the number on the scale, this podcast will be a breath of fresh air! Self-Care Simplified is for Christian moms that want to be equipped and encouraged to take simple steps towards the healthy life you want for yourself and the people you love. Welcome to Self Care Simplified!