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Published Oct 23, 2019

Mind Pump Episode #1146 | Best Trap Building Exercises, Deadlifting Plateaus, & Favorite Machines

The Mind Pump hosts delve into effective trap-building techniques, overcoming deadlift plateaus, and the strategic use of machines and free weights, while also offering insights on personal growth and balancing life through criticism acceptance and relationship scheduling. They emphasize the importance of authentic communication in coaching and highlight their partnership with the National Coaching Institute to elevate coaching standards.
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  • Criticism

    Embracing criticism is a crucial step in personal growth, as shares his journey of becoming more open to feedback. He admits to initially resisting others' input, especially when he felt confident in his approach, but has since recognized the value in considering different perspectives 1. adds that self-awareness is key to identifying and addressing one's shortcomings, though it requires a willingness to confront uncomfortable truths 2.

    It's difficult to look at yourself because you don't want to know. You don't want to admit that you're wrong.

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    This process, while challenging, ultimately leads to more effective collaboration and personal development.

       

    Relationships

    Scheduling time for family and personal relationships is essential in maintaining a balanced life, as emphasizes. He shares how he and his partner, Katrina, have learned to prioritize their relationship amidst his busy schedule by preemptively blocking out time for each other 3. echoes this sentiment, highlighting the importance of unplugging to foster creativity and maintain perspective 4.

    It's not going to happen on accident, for sure. Yeah, it's never going to happen.

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    By intentionally scheduling time for loved ones, individuals can strengthen bonds and improve their overall well-being.

       

    Strength

    Weight changes can significantly impact strength, as recounts his experience of gaining weight and feeling stronger than ever. Despite typically maintaining a certain weight range, he recently noticed his clothes fitting differently due to increased muscle mass 5. This highlights the importance of understanding how body composition affects performance and the need to adapt training accordingly 6.

    I feel strong. Haven't been this strong a long time.

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    Adjusting one's approach to fitness can lead to improved results and a better understanding of personal physical capabilities.

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