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Why Your Building Phase Isn’t Working

February 06, 2026 • Jeremiah Bair • Episode 583

0:00 | 52:16

The team dives deep into the common pitfalls that hinder muscle growth during Building Phases, and how to optimize your training, nutrition, and mindset for consistent progress.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction: Why building muscle is more nuanced than fat loss

02:18 - The impact of training quality and session preparedness

04:15 - Food's permissive role versus the training stimulus

08:02 - The importance of training intensity and execution

10:29 - Common mistakes: impatience, unrealistic expectations, and consistency

15:14 - Overcoming mental barriers around failure and pushing yourself

20:06 - Hydration and fueling strategies for optimal training performance

28:43 - Managing body image, perceptions, and expectations in a building phase

33:17 - Scheduling, routine, and stress management for muscle growth

39:13 - The importance of patience, long-term mindset, and realistic goals

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