In this episode, Karl answers the question everyone asks before summer — “How do I gain muscle fast… without creatine?”
He breaks it down Vitruvian-style into six key pillars: Training, Nutrition, Lifestyle, Mindset, Supplementation, and Sleep.
You’ll learn how to structure your workouts for hypertrophy, how to eat for growth without dirty bulking, and how to recover like an athlete. Karl also shares his personal insights on genetics, mindset, and the overlooked fundamentals that separate consistent progress from constant plateaus.
What You’ll Learn:
Why sleep is your “legal growth hormone”
The real role of protein, carbs, and calories for building lean mass
Smart supplement strategies beyond creatine
The 4 training fundamentals: Progressive Overload, Time Under Tension, Full Range of Motion, and No Pain
How to track progress with photos, data, and self-awareness
Why genetics isn’t an excuse — and how to outwork them
Whether you’re new to lifting or chasing your next 5 kilos of lean muscle, this episode gives you the clarity and structure to grow stronger — the right way.
