Progression: How to Break Strength Plateaus Without Just Adding More Weight | #109

Progression: How to Break Strength Plateaus Without Just Adding More Weight | #109

July 7, 2026 · 36 min

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Judd Lienhard discusses how to break strength plateaus by understanding various factors beyond just adding weight.

Most people believe progressive overload simply means adding more weight to the bar. While that can work initially, it's also one of the biggest reasons lifters eventually hit plateaus. In this solo episode, Judd explains why true progression involves much more than increasing load and how understanding every variable that makes an exercise difficult can help you continue building strength for years. Judd breaks down his philosophy of progression, including why movement speed, range of motion...

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