#168 - Why you should train to build muscle not burn calories with Damon Hayhow

Prior to meeting Craig I used to train to burn as many calories as possible! I did so many classes, HIIT and long runs. When I met Craig he said to me you need to stop destroying the body you have with cardio and restrictive diets and build the body you want with real food and strength training.I learned about the benefit of lifting weights and getting stronger for body composition change: more muscle and less body fat. Following a structured and measured training program with the intention of building muscle. I not only improved my body composition but I also improved my health. Better sleep, better cycles, no more constipation, more energy and no more binge eating!Damon was one of the first coaches Craig worked with and has heavily influenced our training methodology. He's been on the podcast before, so I thought I'd get him back on to talk about why we should be training to build muscle not burn calories.In this episode, Damon and I chat about:➡️Training like an athlete and for the outcome you want➡️What being “toned” means (and what it involves)➡️How weight training works➡️Building vs maintaining➡️Why excessive cardio doesn’t work to improve your body composition➡️The problem with fast food➡️The importance of proper lifting execution➡️Falling in love with lifting and sustainability➡️The link between training and nutritionHappy listening I hope you find this podcast helpful and don't forget to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram stories and tag me at @kittyblomfield. Each month I choose someone who has shared and they get a tub of Saturée Premium Collagen valued at $79.If you loved this episode please help us get the word out to more women and leave a written review and a 5-star rating. Leave a review and rating on iTunes HERE.RESOURCES + LINKSRebuild Your Metabolism Method: 28 Day ChallengeLearn more about our Winatlife Coaching optionsSaturée products use discount code KITTY20 for 20% off your first order.Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Post a screenshot on Instagram stories and Tag @kittyblomfield for your chance to win a tub of Saturée Premium CollagenReview on SpotifyFOLLOWKitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldDamon Hayhow @damonhayhowSHOW NOTES01:44 - Brief background of Damon02:34 - Training hard and why its necessary to change your body03:54 - Why it's not all about the number on the scale04:55 - Building the body that you want vs destroying the body you hate05:45 - Training like an athlete and why this is important if you want to build a toned and athletic body09:21 - Being in control13:20 - Will you have to track your food forever?15:59 - Eating the food you love18:13 - What is toned and how do achieve the toned look?22:23 - Building and improving your strength level and why this is important when it comes to building muscle25:32 - Perks of weight training26:14 - Why excessive cardio doesn’t work to improve your body composition34:22 - The problem with fast food and not tracking40:47 - Not realising what you're capable of42:15 - The importance of proper lifting execution49:50 - Injuries50:59 - How much time it really takes for you to achieve your body goals52:56 - Changing who you are55:56 - Falling in love with weight training56:18 - The connection between training and nutrition57:02 - Weight training and repetition01:03:53 - Being hungry and feeling goodAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands