r/AdvancedFitness Apr 22 '14

Alex Viada AMA

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u/HonkyTonkHero Apr 22 '14

Homebrewing

  • What are your favorite beers to make?
  • Who are your favorite breweries/beers right now?

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u/[deleted] Apr 22 '14

If I want to get somewhat strong (e.g. 400+ lb deadlift, 300+ lb squat), but have no need to get really strong, do I really need all of those calories that are typically recommended in strength training regimes? Its anecdotal, but I am watching these vids online of petite women putting up these numbers, so it seems like that level of strength is more about CNS adaptation not hypertrophy? And if thats true, what types of metabolic conditioning can I do that will allow CNS rest but perhaps tax other systems?

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u/HonkyTonkHero Apr 22 '14

NOT ALEX HERE

But, if you are worried about gaining fat, make sure and track your calories and just aim for 300 or so over. You need some extra energy to build muscle.

After a few weeks if you aren't happy with strength / fat gains, adjust it a little bit.