288. Stuck between getting jacked and staying athletic?

About this episode

This episode discusses how to build muscle while maintaining athleticism without compromising progress.

Trying to build muscle and stay athletic at the same time? This episode tackles that messy middle, where most people end up spinning their wheels. Coach JK breaks down how to approach both goals without burning out your progress, including how to structure your training, fuel it properly, and know what to prioritize (and when). ------- Instagram: @coachJKmcleod Email: JK@jkmcleod.com

People in this episode

Host: JK McLeod

Topics covered

• muscle building
• athleticism
• training structure
• nutrition
• goal prioritization

Keywords

• muscle
• athletic
• training
• nutrition
• progress
• goals

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