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From: Mike Matthews - Sunday Mar 27,2022 03:07 pm
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Hey there,

A whisker of whimsy for you today . . .

Eating or exercising according to your blood or body type is about as effective as eating or exercising according to your sun sign.

And taking a greens supplement instead of eating green foods is like watering your plants with Brawndo. Because it's got electrolytes.

And starving yourself throughout the week so you can gorge on the weekends is like wearing a seatbelt so you can drive like a maniac.

And avoiding an individual food or macronutrient “because it makes you fat” is like avoiding the snow because it “causes hypothermia.”

And trying to out-exercise an out-of-control diet is like trying to shovel sand against the tide.

And taking BCAAs in addition to eating plenty of protein is like watering your lawn . . . after a storm.

And sacrificing sleep to have more time for just about anything is like trying to cure dandruff with a guillotine.

And taking a multivitamin supplement instead of eating a nutritious diet is like calling a finger painting a Rembrandt.

And relying solely on caffeine for energy is like trying to borrow your way out of debt.

And avoiding plant foods because you don’t like them is like staring at the sun because you don’t like the shade.

And not lifting heavy weights for fear of getting “bulky” is like avoiding sugar for fear of getting “addicted.”

And viewing exercise mostly as a way to burn calories is like viewing marriage mostly as a way to get laid.

Also:

If you want to hear more of my meandering on the art and science of building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy, check out one of my bestselling fitness books.

If you’re a man or woman over the age of 40 and new to resistance training, go here:

www.muscleforlifebook.com

If you’re a man under 40 trying to gain your first 25 pounds of muscle or get to 10-to-15% body fat, go here:

www.biggerleanerstronger.com

For women under 40 trying to gain their first 15 pounds of muscle and/or lose their first 15 pounds of fat, go here:

www.thinnerleanerstronger.com

For advanced lifters trying to reach their genetic potential for muscle and strength, go here:

www.bblsbook.com

These books have helped tens of thousands of people of all ages and circumstances build their best body ever, and they can do the same for you.

Go for it!

Mike

P.S. Want some help building your best body ever? Here are 5 ways I can assist whenever you’re ready:

⇒ 1) Want to be your own coach? Read one of my bestselling books for men and women.

⇒ 2) Want free workout and meal plans? Download my science-based diet and training templates for men and women.

⇒ 3) Want an easy boost? Add a couple of my all-natural sports supplements to your regimen, like a protein powder, pre-workout, or fat burner (and save 20% on your first order with code LEGION20).

(Not sure which supplements are right for you? Take my quiz and find out.)

⇒ 4) Want personalized help? Check out my custom meal plan and VIP one-on-one coaching services.

⇒ 5) Want a free workout app? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced weightlifter, Stacked can help you gain muscle and strength faster.

And if none of that tickles your neurons, you might like all the simple, practical, and evidence-based teachings over at my blog, podcast, YouTube channel, and Instagram.

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