In this episode of the Selective Wisdom podcast, Caden Thompson & Nate Blackwell interview Matias Kalmar, an online coach and fitness enthusiast. Matias shares his journey from being in Argentina to becoming a knowledgeable coach in the fitness industry. The conversation delves into various topics including training philosophies, the importance of technique over weight, common training myths, and the significance of recovery and volume in programming. Matias also discusses his experiences with competition prep and offers valuable advice for aspiring bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts.
00:00 Introduction to Matias and His Journey
05:13 Transitioning to Personal Training and Coaching
10:14 The Importance of Training Philosophy
15:11 Debunking Common Training Myths
20:04 Programming for Different Experience Levels
25:11 Understanding Volume and Recovery in Training
26:45 Understanding Recovery in Training
29:08 Core Training Beliefs and Intensity
31:01 The Importance of Training Intensity
33:07 Mental Challenges of Leg Day
36:13 Experiences and Lessons from Competition Prep
39:55 Health Risks and Recovery in Bodybuilding
43:53 Final Thoughts and Advice for Lifters
