How to Get Big and Strong (JUST DO THIS!)

If you want to get big and strong you must do one thing in your workouts. You have to remember to make progressive overload the guiding principle of your training. You simply cannot force your body to build muscle if you are keeping the status quo on the effort you are putting into your workouts. In this video, I’m going to dispel the myth however that progressive overload means simply adding more weight to the bar. There are many more ways to achieve this, and in doing so, many more opportunities for you to build muscle and get strong.
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That said, it is important for you to first identify what your specific goal is. Are you looking to just get strong, just build muscle, or both? They both can be accomplished simultaneously, it just means that each will be compromised somewhat along the way. We can minimize the compromises if we know how to get big and strong the right way.
To illustrate the differences in approaches we are going to take a classic bodybuilding exercise for building bigger biceps like the dumbbell curl and pit it up against one of the most classic and effective compound lifts - the deadlift. As you’ll see, many of the techniques can be applied to each lift in a slightly different application but with the same end goal.
We know that the easiest way to create progressive overload and build strength and muscle size is to do exactly what we said however and add weight to the bar or dumbbell that you are lifting. As strength increases, often times, so too does muscle growth albeit at a slower pace (especially at the beginning of your training).
Next we can increase overall volume as long as the volume is of sufficient enough intensity to push your body to adapt in the form of increased muscle size and strength. The key here is to not confuse junk volume for effective volume. Lifting sub maximal weights that are greatly beneath your strength capacity is not going to trigger enough of a response to get either stronger or bigger.
Which brings us to effort level. Not talking about intensity as defined in the realm of strength as a percentage of a max but rather simply about the amount of effort you are directing into your training. If you are lazily lifting your weights rather than attacking them with a focused intention, then you are likely leaving many gains on the table and missing an obvious opportunity for overload.
We don’t always have to focus on how much we are lifting to ensure progressive overload. We can focus on how long we rest between sets that we are performing to achieve an progression as well. If your sets and reps are the same and the intensity is consistent but you decreased the rest time between sets by even just one minute, your second workout would serve as a form of overload and drive positive adaptations.
Range of motion is another way we can increase the effectiveness of an exercise from workout to workout without having to change the amount of weight on the bar. Performing either a deficit deadlift or a one and a half rep curl are going to increase the travel of the bar or dumbbell respectively on every rep and therefore create more work for the muscles you are training.
The range itself however does not always have to be lengthened. You can increase the “effective” range by taking advantage of accommodating resistance and overlapping strength curves. The inclusion of a band on a dumbbell curl or chains on a deadlift will help you to better match the strength curve of the exercise for a longer part of the range - thereby increasing it’s overall effectiveness.
Speed and momentum are also methods that can be manipulated for overload and are discussed in more detail in the video.
The key is that thinking that adding more weight to the bar is the only way for you to achieve progressive overload and get bigger and stronger is a myth. The schooled strength coach will be capable of steering you away from this and show you how not only to increase your lifting capacity but also to build size and strength through other methods.
If you’re looking for a step by step program for building bigger muscles and getting stronger, you can find them at athleanx.com via the link below. All of the plans are presented in a step by step, day by day manner so you can follow along and make sure that you never miss a beat on your way to making improvements and training like an athlete.
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*NEW “FAST ACTION” Q&A* - Got a question about training or injuries that I didn’t cover in the video? Leave yours (AS A SEPARATE COMMENT!) below and I’ll pick 8 to get a detailed reply from me right here in the comments. Answers will be posted within the first 24-48 hours of you leaving the question. Good luck!

[@rbanerjee605]

Why is my dad fat?

[@nightarmygameing.103]

Hlo bro

[@donwaffles8126]

Hey Jeff, could you do a video on how someone’s biomechanics affect the squat

[@mikearias5997]

How do you fix wrist problems when lifting like if it feels like it’s straining

[@mr.himanshukantale4511]

How to increase grip strength and how to strength in body weight exercises

[@WorldsUnhealthiestFitPerson]

Jeff doesn't like downvotes - not because of the negative feedback, but because a thumbs-down means internal shoulder rotation.

[@jonathanl9069]

Christopher C 😂😂😂

[@L47M]

I actually lolled damn😂

[@smokedezedan]

Underrated

[@oskarsozolins506]

good one! :D

[@robertmesaros7756]

That’s a quality comment 😂

[@InvestBetter.]

Jeff's 10 Rules To Makin' All Kinds of Gains............ALL KINDS! 1:10 Define your goals 1:50 Not all techniques will work for every exercise 2:18 Increase the weight 3:20 Increase the volume (with proper intensity) 4:14 Increase the intensity/effort 5:12 Rest times between sets 6:07 Increase range of motion 7:53 Increase the resistance in the exercise 9:03 Pace/Time under tension 10:10 Reduce momentum

[@matthewscott7357]

Like I'm underwater I dont even know it the flow is so cold you would think it was snowing I got an umbrella for difficult moments I hate to be different but hate to be normal so I hold up my balloons & over up my face I can feel them weighing on me everyday I should let them go & watch them blow away but I'm scared if I do than I'll be more afraid so leave me alone

[@archiesutherland6127]

@@matthewscott7357, wtf

[@shahmirsmart2550]

Thanks

[@Msreesaranyan]

@@matthewscott7357 wtf

[@mk-zy4vp]

@@matthewscott7357 huh

[@FBaran-ic2sq]

The title of this video is something I'd google as a 12 year old kid

[@TheJollyMisanthrope]

@Michael Evans Depends on your goals. This channel is amazing for injury prevention, joint stability work, etc. Not to mention understanding the functions of muscles and exercises to hit them properly. Creating a program for your specific goals is when the choice of trainers becomes a factor.

[@TheJollyMisanthrope]

@Michael Evans I don't have any problem processing the info. that Jeff C is putting out. My goals aren't strength related at the moment, just fat loss. Doing Jeff's German volume program and it kicks my ass. When I'm happy with what I'm seeing in the mirror then I'll move on to other guys with more experience/knowledge on the strength/power subject than Jeff C.

[@TheJollyMisanthrope]

@Michael Evans When I get to my current goal then I'll look at the options. It's all good man, I was just confused about whether or not you thought Jeff's info. wasn't laid out well or not. Will keep an eye on the weight loss speed. Thanks!

[@doniel370]

I feel personly attacked

[@williegates627]

@@TheJollyMisanthrope He didn't say anything about the channel. He said the title of this video is juvenile and basic, which is true. "big and strong" is kind of nothing. Channel might be great, title still isn't.

[@miamibound52093]

I love Jeff, but that form hurt my back just watching it . Dude we don’t care if you can’t lift heavy. You still go hard and we respect you man. We rather see healthy gainz on your deadlift , than to see bad form tryna get heavy weight

[@David-mu8hn]

dude.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqDFg6ukjth4m9k

[@theepicgamer5104]

True,respect man

[@uzzitaylor3687]

Listen he does not need your opinion or critique

[@uzzitaylor3687]

@Ruthless Lawn Gnome shame you want some attention dont you .

[@Imbalanxd]

@@uzzitaylor3687 he cant rely on braindead fanboys like you if he wants to keep credibility in the fitness industry. All his fellow content creators are against him right now, when they are usually all praising him.

[@supreme_arm6304]

Next Video: Why reading comments on killing your gains is killing your gains.

[@zaydansari6953]

This is an underrated comment, man!

[@sandeeplvrs]

Rofl...

[@FullmetalAngyl]

It's Probably True!!! :D

[@pauraigmcgarr6463]

Might do everything he says for like 2 months and see what happens

[@tumainicharo4207]

😂😂😂😂

[@Cdot-rw8em]

I see what Jeff is doing here 😂. Answering the fake weights issue while teaching like he always have been doing over the years. Good job Jeff, that's how you shut them up and put the debate to rest

[@ktrocknerd]

the intro with Jesse was also squashing the "he's on drugs" voices on youtube

[@allworldzeus5935]

THAT'S COACH JEFF TO YOU xD

[@mattschwartz6637]

ktrocknerd I think that was from a video from a year or two ago... look at Jesse’s beard.

[@stevemuggridge3587]

I love how he lets the bar drop with a clang after a deadlift, then looks at the camera 🤣🤣 another great vid Jeff!!!

[@allworldzeus5935]

@@mattschwartz6637 it was. just a mini little clip. still fun to watch

[@andretheseal9837]

Legitimately curious, why is your back so rounded during that deadlift? Literally everything you read/hear says do not do that.

[@somedude84961]

Because it's too heavy for him

[@uzzitaylor3687]

@@somedude84961 lmao yeah because you can feel whats happening to him during the lift right ? Wrong . Everyone with a damn keyboards a critic these days

[@enriquemeza2568]

@@uzzitaylor3687 have you ever deadlifted in your life? even jeff himself preachs that you shouldn't arch that much because it can cause problems, and that you should 'leave ego at the door', and then goes and does this lmao

[@hazardeur]

@@uzzitaylor3687 this is simply bad form. he's inclined to demonstrate heavy lifts these days because he got exposed for lying he could lift way more than he actrually can a few weeks ago, especially on a deadlift. it's stupid but it's what he chooses to do

[@scottend5239]

@@uzzitaylor3687 Even if you're defending him and saying the weight's not too heavy for him, he still has shit form. Interested to hear what you think the reason might be for it.

[@BadGuyCoffee]

That looked like it hurt

[@thegamingalphas9227]

Looked like it hurted

[@BadGuyCoffee]

TheGamingAlphas looked liked it hurter.

[@benjaminrue8684]

B.A. hurter liked it lookeded :D

[@danogh2227]

Jeff I love ya, but that deadlift form... wasn't on the level you teach us to be.

[@gregmau7557]

Probably his max strength, form is gonna give way at that intensity.

[@peejayfromhell]

I noticed that too

[@justinkyi4685]

we also don’t know how long he was filming for so that could have been a big factor

[@flabio7074]

Rounding a little is normal when you’re lifting near your max. Bitching about form on a near maximal deadlift just shows you don’t lift. Don’t be such a hypochondriac.

[@werofpm]

@@flabio7074 this

[@prithviraj4300]

One day jeff's bicep is going to come out and protest against the progressive overload on it.

[@fh1980ram]

BLM (biceps lives matter)

[@chompchompnomnom4256]

It will if he uses underhand grip on deadlifts lol

[@hsienpiao9078]

🤣🤣🤣

[@aninditadatta4440]

hehe

[@Khalsaakalpurakhkifauj76]

That made me cough out my coffee...

[@abualzuaree]

Jeff those heavy deadlifts arent worth it if they mess up your form.

[@mysteriousbluehat2035]

"Leave your ego at the door". He should follow his own advice.

[@abualzuaree]

@@mysteriousbluehat2035 probably the first time I've ever seen Jeff do something like that in a video lol maybe it's to prove a point

[@giotheone2448]

Legit 400 deadlifts army heavy high school kids do more

[@Dgen99]

He could literally forget 95 percent of what he knows... and know more than you. So whats your point

[@dharmaram7527]

Is it me or is he locking one knee first before the other. Very strange form all together.

[@gabrielh5105]

Next video: why lifting like me is killing your gains (and your back)

[@uzzitaylor3687]

Wow you made a funny . Want a cookie soyboi ?

[@gabrielh5105]

@@uzzitaylor3687 sure

[@phxmaell1338]

@@uzzitaylor3687 fanboy got triggered

[@hazardeur]

i was surprised about the bad form as well. maybe he should hire a strenght coach

[@gabrielh5105]

@@hazardeur Perhaps he should watch AthleanX videos to improve it

[@xtremex635]

Jeff does pause-hold reps when peeing in ladder style to strengthen his bladder

[@RamKumar-md5tw]

या

[@zenithdental6316]

You saw the video in the bathroom, didn’t you?

[@magicricky9726]

2:08 Meeow 😱

[@thes7450]

Wym

[@hogrideeeeer]

@@thes7450 jeff has another video where he says something like "don't deadlift like a cat" talking about the rounded back

[@robertmadera5440]

I’m surprised you didn’t mention doing a “negative” on an exercise, that’s one of my favorite methods

[@a2-antonio892]

True

[@amoff2009]

Negatives are my favorite to do I never see anyone do them . They’re brutal

[@robertmadera5440]

@@amoff2009 right? I find them brutal as hell

[@amoff2009]

robert madera I had a big learning curve with them it was the only thing that ever gave me DOMS for 4-5 days and was the worst I ever had it I couldn’t do anything with my arms . They are great though

[@a2-antonio892]

anthony moffett Oh the good ol learning curve. So hard to pass it. Me too my left triceps hit a learning curve, and the only way to get DOMS for me is to first of all do forced reps, then onto dropset (still not quite feeling sore), and third go into heavy negative. Most of our (me and my mates) learning curve in workout are, suddenly for a couple of weeks, our mind muscle connection just suddenly dissappear. Its a feeling that kills. We have energy, we are motivated, we feel strong, yet when we hit the weights we dont feel like we’re in it. Our brain want it so bad but our body just wont allow it. I went through this for 6 times now, as i only started 7 months ago. Im good at detecting that valley that plateau now. When it happens, either back off, take ur time off the gym, travel, study, run. When u really miss it go for that muscle ur struggling with. It will kinda return by itself. By taking time off we actually got a bit higher in the learning curve’s valley. Just dont quit. Or, fight through the struggle, and forcibly rebuild the mind muscle connection. 3-5 of ur work with that muscle will suck but it will, again get u out of the valley. As learning curve happens with everything in life, in pursuing new hobbies, or with new relationships and new girlfriend, i usually do those 2 things. When me and my gf got into a shouting situation, either back off and spend weeks alone, compose yourself, and talk. Or take the harder, less enjoyable, but quicker way. Talk to each other and solve it together.

[@DJayDiamond]

Jesse actually killed Jeff long ago and has just cgi'd his body and voice into the videos

[@Ace-tw5ju]

Wait what I’m new

[@somedude3590]

@@Ace-tw5ju lmao

[@rishsharma16]

Quick!!! Jeff has been serving the world for a long now.. So much of quality stuff for free.. He will end up as the greatest virtual fitness trainer ever

[@JechtNH]

Using virtual plates

[@jebhank1620]

I think he took that title a long time ago. Nobody comes close to Jeff at the moment.

[@CesarGarcia-qc8bi]

Those didn't look like virtual plates to me

[@FffffffffffffffffffffffffffffL]

@@CesarGarcia-qc8bi yeah that deadlift looked real to me

[@itssonotover961]

@Michael Evans these people will forever be DYELs. Don't bother giving these people advice since they don't have a mind of their own to think with

[@rD0bby]

1:10 Define your goals 1:50 Not all techniques will work for every exercise 2:18 Increase the weight 3:20 Increase the volume (with proper intensity) 4:14 Increase the intensity/effort 5:12 Rest times between sets 6:07 Increase range of motion 7:53 Increase the resistance in the exercise 9:03 Pace/Time under tension 10:10 Reduce momentum

[@aristoioannidis7490]

Thanks Jeff. “Progressive overload” is now part of my vocabulary and repertoire. Much appreciated.

[@Thelifeofswans]

Some brilliant advise here, I have been using time over tension within my reps for a few years now and have seen less injuries and better gains in size, strength and stamina. Thanks Geoff, you are the best training coach by a long margin.

[@danielbae277]

The number on Jeff's shirt is the number of things killing my gains

[@gurubaripanigrahi5793]

In the year 2025, you will see Jeff doing overhead press with Mt Everest as a part of progressive overload

[@Romans116_-2]

NOICE, lol. Romans 1:16 Galatians 2:16 John 3:16

[@Khalsaakalpurakhkifauj76]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Funkybassuk]

Jesse cracks me up. He’s actually making some decent gains. Well done, you two!

[@blueghost8057]

Jeff, you have all my respect, but that deadlift form didn’t really look good. Looked like you were lifting with your lower back. Not what we’re used to seeing from you.

[@mike2207]

bro, do you deadlift? everyone's max looks like shit, the fact you think you know more about deadlifting.

[@MellonVegan]

@@mike2207 Everyone's max doesn't look like shit. And that one looked disgusting. I'm not saying I haven't done similarly horrible deadlifts in my life but you can definitely lift maximal weights with good technique, if you train for it. That's how you get from good to great.

[@mike2207]

Tobias Ommer you right.

[@blueghost8057]

I Will Become #1 Through Dedication And Faith if your max looks like crap, then lower the weights!

[@brianjc720]

I Will Become #1 Through Dedication And Faith Bro do you have eyes? His deadlifts that weren’t at max were the exact same shitty form, it’s just you didn’t see his upper back bend because the weight was much less. He still lifts with his back in this video regardless of weight. And no, I don’t lift, I just happen to have eyes and a brain.

[@robertfox05]

No question today, Jeff, just a big, big THANK YOU for YEARS of providing excellent content for free.

[@p70991]

Jeff roasting everyone accusing him for fake weights in this vid. Look at his Deadlift. Like a boss!

[@NewNew-qn7kh]

100 lbs less

[@robwalsh2362]

With bad form and not 500lb!!!!

[@therev9501]

Dude the form was awful he literally dropped it with his back

[@manuelgrado8626]

With worse form and with a belt no less.

[@LegendaryGoatMeat]

I saw that too!

[@Sharinggan91]

Thanks alot Jeff! I graduated as a Physical therapist assistant not so long ago and your explanations help me even understand more! It all makes sense if you look at fitness in a scientific stand point! Cant wait for more!

[@SoftJay94]

This is, without question, my favorite opening you two have made. 10/10

[@pauljanssen1000]

Thanks for the Dutch flag on the headband and wrist bands while “selling drugs” Jesse 🤣. Feels Familiar.

[@mohammadidrees5581]

😂😂😂😂

[@Boofski]

Geeft wel een realistisch beeld

[@stail86]

That's exactly how 'we' are, lol!

[@kobexu]

that’s a french flag dude...

[@cameronlotter1392]

Pleasure

[@crispy9377]

i remember the 5 million sub days, felt like nobody knew Jeff. Now look at my boy, all important in the fitness industry n shit. Brings a tear to my eye 😭🤧

[@theempire00]

At 5M I think he already had the most number of subs on KZbin back then

[@gregneedham9905]

Very good as usual! One thing worth pointing out about the option to decrease time - that's actually the definition of power (force x distance / time). In other words, moving the same weight in less time is a demonstration of more power. Of course this has to be properly cycled, but setting out to become more powerful also leads to becoming stronger.

[@avarmauk]

I’ve seen this channel for years. It’s incredible how you manage to stay lean for such an extended time.

[@JuraIbis]

Video: How to Get Big and Strong (JUST DO THIS!) Me: Facepulls all the way down Jeff: Wrong! Er I mean, right!

[@woogi268]

Facts Watch my workout videos I triple dog dare you

[@joelrusk6412]

@@woogi268 You'd probably get bigger legs if you went farther than half way down on your squats.

[@caedencarey6064]

I really thought Jeff was about to curl that deadlift bar 😂

[@betonOPL]

He could - with his other set of 45lb plates

[@Coalemos]

​@@betonOPL😂

[@moneymason1]

Great vid as usual. Gave me some great ideas on how to make my workouts harder considering the limited equipment we all have at home.

[@captaininsano5858]

Just started a diet and working out a week ago. Found this guy through the KZbin rabbit hole and he has a video for every question I have.

[@hafizalfarzan]

When Jeff has a burger, he doesn’t go fat, the burger gets lean

[@CrazyGamer356]

💀💀💀💀😂

[@hunainaghai3342]

gay joke

[@martinbrankov8504]

Rofl

[@dummysanford7529]

These analogies you post is so dumb and not funny at all! The Chuck Norris ones are way better!

[@meveshnaidoo783]

Can’t believe Jeff makes the best skits ever 😂. I love them. I want gains!! I’m actually aiming to become athletic for my goals so athlete program is definitely the one for me. I can’t afford it now, but if I get it for Christmas I’ll definitely show you guys my progress to prove how much this works. It should at least😂

[@AakolickGP]

No joke, I have so much respect for Jesse seeing him progress. He inspired me to not just pout at the mirror all day and actually make a difference with myself, and I gained 10 pounds of muscle so far :). Also, nice subtle addressing to that “fake weights” issue. Shows that you’re really professional and even more trustworthy.

[@modernguitarist1992]

Outstanding video Jeff, I am going back to the gym after not having worked out for 4 and a half months, looking forward to using these tips

[@nonamehours6428]

I'm waiting to hear about the facepulls any second now

[@LeeEverett1]

Just gotta supaset facepulls with more facepulls.

[@kennethfrancismapa8465]

3:10 the way Jeff drops that 405lb weight is like "case closed haters". EDIT: Didnt see that small plate the first time so its even 10lb or 20lb heavier lol. 💪

[@noahross3642]

Ikr!!

[@DartAleks]

That seems like 500 lbs overall - but yeah, low-key answer to all those videos. I wonder, will people react to this?

[@robwalsh2362]

CN agreed fella

[@Sirlants_alot]

CN something to note is strength levels change significantly depending on training.. the videos in question were all several years ago, and he has stated many times he’s no longer trying to set any prs and is training for longevity at this point.. so who’s to say that at one time his goal was to reach 500 for multiple reps.. he reached it, and then decided it wasn’t worth chasing anymore for longevity’s sake, and redirected his training... so he may not have even attempted that weight in many years.. but that doesn’t mean he never could. And yet without even being focused on it he still lifts in the mid 400s.

[@TheKisj]

@@DartAleks that was first thought too, once i saw it, i had to check the comment section

[@billyyousaf2036]

Hi Jeff, Awesome video! I loved the way you broke down the different ways you could progressively overload an exercise, as people don't realise there's more to progressive overload then just adding more weight. Big thank you for making the video. Cheers, Billy

[@francisdraegerjr.5784]

Seconding the comments: Thank you, Jeff for such incredible insight for free, no ads no nonsense. You have saved me many injuries over the years. Way to answer the criticisms. As if 425+ wasn't enough, the pause DL @ 315 was even more impressive. Keep in mind, the guy is 45 years old with knee problems. One of the best, most informative videos yet, kudos, Jeff.

[@Coalemos]

With that form? In his own words "one way ticket to snap city".

[@vortexfitness44]

How to get shredded in 2 seconds: Jump into a shredding machine

[@funnyguy1256_]

It works great if you can handle the pain and discomfort

[@VShopov]

got me in the first half ngl

[@PD-ws4td]

brandon ringer No pain no gain bro

[@leonidas8513]

Facts

[@vortexfitness44]

It takes a lot of endurance to do so

[@ericy8290]

Jeff pretty much said “train harder than last time” 🥴 can’t we all be friends??

[@Sh1ro_Yaksha]

Haha yeah i got that as well. And his form in the deadlift, that he's too proud of, is bad. He dont need to prove a point but just accept that he lied.

[@77dris]

"Train harder than last time" is for morons. This is much more intelligent.

[@IAMMRPATRICKBORNAGAIN]

@@77dris But it's the same thing. He's telling you to train harder.

[@tomerwolberg37]

@@IAMMRPATRICKBORNAGAIN increasing the amount of weight or decreasing rest or any other progressive overload isn't necessarily training harder than last time since you get better. The intensity can be the same but you still so more repetitions because you're better at this.

[@harleenquinzel128]

@@tomerwolberg37 Decreasing rest time is making your training much harder and increasing risk of injury, since you're not fully prepared for another set and most people will sacrifice their form in order to get closer to number of reps they did in their previous set. I see this all the time, people resting 1 min then they do 5 good reps and 3 more shitty reps with bad form...

[@vierraproductions]

Love this! After 2 transplants, lifting and building is tougher, but this is better advice than the physical therapist. I’ve seen increased recovery 50% faster.

[@regtwace]

I always think your video titles are clickbait, but then theres crucial information in each and every one of them. Thanks for the tips!

[@surya5077]

I love that subtle hint at the start that he doesn’t use PEDs

[@hammadhasan1966]

Nice way to reply

[@cchhaadd33]

This dude is clearly on PEDs lmao no way he isn’t at least on a high dose TRT

[@xtreemch1ll228]

cchhaadd33 yeah he’s old now that’s facts

[@tripper1018]

@@cchhaadd33 based on that he's old?

[@buira9482]

Forgot to hint at his plates being real tho

[@youcefdjameleddinemechta3656]

Greg doucette’s gonna be all up on this in a couple of minutes You’re the best jeff, thanx for existing

[@thechickenwhoflew]

I don’t think he can resist

[@carenthusiast4984]

Who’s that?? 😂

[@huntermaverick5114]

Lol the guy wants beef with everyone and thinks he know all. But when he stepped on stage he got a fucking GUT lol.

[@clamum]

Lol Douchette

[@KeemVlogz]

Youcef Djamel Eddine MECHTA yall mad cause your fave youtubers get exposed 🤗

[@alvaronavarro5602]

your videos are so good man, I use all your tips and advice. My workouts have become way more efficient and better

[@soomroraheel]

Your videos are also the source of "helluva motivation" for my next workout! And more effort, definitely!

[@SHVideografie]

2:45 - 3:05 apart from his form, it's more the face transformation to a tomato that got me.

[@popsjr]

Jeff is the kind of guy, who when giving blood, stands up so he can do calf raises.

[@Morpheah]

I've heard that he also asks the nurses to stick 1 needle in each of his arms, to avoid vascular imbalance. Is it true?

[@j.wick.30yearsago48]

@@Morpheah that's actually true. My aunt was the nurse .

[@isaquesevero4369]

Well, Jeff is actually in need of some calf raises .....

[@HotFryReptiles432567]

I’m sorry to tell you this, but you did not use “whom” right😔

[@popsjr]

@@HotFryReptiles432567 please elaborate. I've been trying to differentiate the two forever now lol

[@3up3rn0va]

Gotta love Jessie lmaaooo. Great vids as always Jeff you've helped my training so much over the years! Appreciate ya my man.

[@UseTheLess00]

Big up on the editing level. Well done, AX team :D

[@mateo3873]

7:33 Jeff: "I have to overcome the additional 2 inches." (Jesse walks past Jeff): "That's what she said."

[@leonidas8513]

Missed opportunity

[@callmegeo3319]

😭underrated commenr

[@punitgaur761]

Jeff destroyed all haters this time.. Rep after rep after rep.. On real banging weights.. 👍💪💪💪

[@PonchoExperience]

Ya but is he natty?

[@FernandoGarcia-lf6yh]

@@PonchoExperience anybody cares? i could be juiced and never get that physique in ten years. what cares here is the quality of the info and the fact that what he teaches is reliable.

[@SavvasTheLegend]

He missed the rep where he lifted 495x2What AN EGO!

[@milindkunwar4505]

@@SavvasTheLegend lol yeah. My guy went for 500×2 with good form to 4 plates for one rep with a reckless pull bad form :( love Jeff's info but I've been realising lately that he's more of an athleticism coach than a strength coach. 4 plates for one hard ass rep isn't all that impressive 🤦

[@majinbusn]

He destroyed his back, not the haters He can’t do 495 x 2 reps ahaha

[@charliebroussard8505]

“Progressively adding more weight to the bar at any given rep range.” That’s the most important info imo

[@WhiskeyTango76s]

Haha I love that you made it extra damn apparent so that no one can question the weights on that bar during the deadlift.

[@mr.freedom3068]

Where is Jeff cavalier's marker? Haven't seen him for a while

[@abdrnasr]

Finally a video that is not killing my gains!

[@cosmyccowboy]

I am 63, last fall I decided I needed to get in the best shape I could. I hadn’t worked out since the 90’s and didn’t want to join a gym so I went to Walmart and bought some dumbbells. I started out with 10 and 15 pound sets and did slow high reps. I’ve now purchased a set of 20 and 25 pound bells and do burnouts. I’ll do 25 reps with the heaviest , put it down and rep out with the next and so on, I may do over 100 reps! I said all this to let you know I’m seeing more muscle gain at home working out like this than I did back in the late 80’s in a gym with access to all the weights I could use.

[@offthechainfitness]

July 16 I celebrated 4 years working out, thanks much for keeping me focused to be fit all year round.

[@felipecuffia5181]

Jeff, you really are a person that I really appreciate. The truth is that you motivate many people to continue fighting in their lives, and that is good. Your content is extraordinary, it shows that you really want to help because at some point you would have wanted that help. You are a great example as a person and you know how to motivate and transmit that charism you have. I appreciate you brother, greetings from Argentina

[@aparnasharma3094]

Hey Jeff , first off let me thank you , you’re doing gods work my man . I’m a 15 year old tennis player and I found your channel 4 months ago and the gains thus began but I need to get strong and muscular . Can you specify a workout routine for me and the preffered weight range for me??

[@jessepriest2883]

His AX-1 program would be good for you. No one can recommend weights for you, that depends completely on you.

[@aparnasharma3094]

Thanks but I don’t have enough money to buy his programs

[@apathtrampledbydeer8446]

Thanks for being an inspiration Jeff! I have to get back to excercising properly after being somewhat absent fo a year after getting a slipped disk at work. I'll take those beaver tranquillizers please!

[@jasonhutson8584]

Jeff, I know your fuckin strong. Your muscles always speak for themselves. Ignore the haters or talk about it. I’d actually be interested to hear what you have to say. But you don’t have to prove anything to anyone. If the trash talkers want to keep an audience, they have to move on.

[@shehryarahmed9921]

The only way to get stronger is to work harder than last time.

[@UnoriginalUsername25]

Thanks Doc.

[@funnyguy1256_]

Bro I take beaver tranquilizer and bench press a gallon of water to get stronger, works for me. Maybe it's just genetics

[@anonymouse4496]

False. Look at Brian Shaw, Eddie Hall, Robert Oberst, etc. They take deload weeks. They don't always push to 100% effort. And they are some of the strongest men ever

[@mrcoatsworth429]

Damn, Jesse screaming sounds like Jake Gyllenhaal. Even kind of looks like him.

[@mykal92684]

i've always thought that if i made videos or content i would want to put something in as an easter egg. I just think it adds a little fun to it. You guys did a great job with the 45 lbs weight however long ago it was. 😉 You know your a good channel when other channels are using you to create their own content. Keep dropping knowledge jeff. love it.

[@zodjenkins2595]

I mustve watched almost all of Jeffs videos, and I recently learned how the KZbin works, so here's to you Jeff :)

[@hatezis]

I think this is the most smart, clever and polite answer to a controversy. Cudos, you are a great expert

[@MorganMath314]

Agreed! He proved his legitimacy (even though he did that over a decade ago) without acting like the other cesspool channels, but instead by educating the world in the process.

[@user-yy8ur8xz4e]

Awesome video! So in the past you did a video in the past on arm growth, and you showed how to use occlusion training to increase metabolic overload by keeping the muscle “closed” while resting for a bicep curl or cobra pushup. Could you do a video on how to use those positions for all muscle groups? For example I can’t think how that would work with shoulders, calves, or back. Thanks!

[@riedhouse]

Holy crap! How is there soo much information on this topic!! I love learning new things from all your videos Jeff!! Thank you soooo much!!!

[@raynguyen8638]

Petition for next video to be called “Breathing is killing your gains”. And talk about breathing and bracing for heavy lifts.

[@malcior6465]

Jeff switches hands on his guitar to prevent imbalances. What guitar is your pp? Mine looks the same

[@marcberg2553]

He didnt brace for this heavy lift. he also gives bad advice about breathing

[@Josh_Tsu1067]

@@marcberg2553 don't you dare to say anything bad about my idol

[@marcberg2553]

@@Josh_Tsu1067 Are you serious? its cool that he is your idol im just saying he gives bad advice when it comes to building muscle and gaining strength

[@HYCE42]

Jeff my dude, I know you know how to dead lift. You even have videos that provide tips on how NOT to do what you did on that last 2-3 sets; started @315 if you pay attention. Why give yourself a pass and include those clips in this video? I've followed you for a while now and lots of ppl will follow what you do and tell them. You need to take this more seriously. One 20 something kid at my gym was trying to DL 225 with that form and when I try to give him some tips, he said he saw you do it this way so it should be fine. Smh. Come on brother, I know you are better than this...

[@tkdguy5494]

You follow this guy around and know this story never happened?

[@xdx6381]

I was in the gym 6 days a week for months and finally seeing really good gains then developed tricep tendonitis. This has lead to me being off for 4 months now with no signs of getting better after doing exercises that the osteopath gave me. Its safe to say ive lost all my gains and would absolutely LOVE to see a video on your thoughts to tricep tendonitis. It would mean everything to me! Keep it up your content is the BEST on youtube.

[@strawberryyogurt0]

@XDX ... It’ll most likely take even longer to full recover. Drop the tricep extension exercises including heavy cable triceps. Do pushing exercise for your triceps instead such as such as dips and "close-grip" presses. Warmup with low weight to no weight strictly for the triceps. Bicep curls may potentially aggravate the condition. Even pullups/chinups can aggravate tricep tendonitis. If any exercise in the gym stresses your elbows, stop doing it.

[@MrDeanmfitz]

I was so glad to hear that Jesse and Jeff finally made it official!!! We are proud of you guys!!!

[@Lagato445]

my back started to hurt watching those last few DL reps....

[@bryanle7057]

Best in the game. Don’t ever disrespect his hard work, knowledge, and experience.

[@joshuafranco9148]

Jeff. You make great vids and give priceless knowledge. Good to see you moving some heavy weights but that’s not why most watch your videos. You show how to train smart and stay injury free. Don’t sweat criticisms from channels using your name for click bait. Rise above it and don’t waste your energy or time addressing them. Your strength is giving quality info.

[@m3zza9]

Love your work Jeff. Keep em coming!

[@kauseralibandukwala4999]

Hey Jeff, how do I train my shoulders when I have a slip disc in my neck

[@sussyangel7492]

3:11 Jeff: I am ready to fight. 😠

[@TheCimmerian6]

Gotta say that deadlift looked real to me!

[@JustN0tMe]

Oh I see what you did there😂

[@magic_master8936]

Hahaaaaa

[@svetlinnikolov8710]

I think he did that to fuck with the haters. He never uses belts and he droped the weight without caring

[@wasbii22]

@@svetlinnikolov8710 how did he fuck with the haters all he did was prove them right he cant deadlift 495. He also apparently can't lift 425 properly

[@bobjohnson8509]

All of you guys have to realize that he is also like 5 years older (and it's 40-45 ish, not like 20-25) and way leaner. It makes sense that he can't lift as much now and that he uses a belt. I'd say this almost proves his previous deadlift numbers. Those details are unfortunately missed by almost everyone and it's crappy because he can't just get up and explain that to people who don't understand how these things work as he's seem to be making excuses.

[@greentruck2wa]

Knowledge, wisdom, and guidance!! Jeff has done nothing but drop truth bomb after truth bomb on us. He has given us more options in fitness than anywhere else I’ve ever seen. I have so much love and respect for you Jeff! This became an instant favorite video. Well done sir!!

[@russellbaker5213]

I like your videos it explains in detail what I need but I do have a question. Is there any exercises I could do to help jaw line muscles and help eliminate double chin.

[@revne1882]

I see you Jeff! Subtle reply about you not able to deadlift 4-5 plates? Cuz the plates look different and you look fierce :D

[@apocolyp_3398]

Yeh I thought the same

[@n0yn0y]

His form looks a little rough, especially with the rounded back

[@TrapKingz.]

That form was terrible though

[@TrapKingz.]

Anybody can lift heavy with improper form.

[@zacharyahearn4069]

I have been trying to copy his form for the deadlift 2:08, but I feel a lot of pressure in my lower back when I do it like that.

[@Ebenezer563]

Use less weight

[@nomnomyourmom]

search athleanx deadlift check list

[@Kajimo_No7]

started gym a month ago and ur videos are helping me alot thank you

[@nathanguenther7853]

I've been watching your videos for a couple years now, and I've learned a lot. My question is, some videos you've said to get a stretch between reps for better gains, and in others you've said to keep the tension on the muscle being worked between reps. Which method is more effective?

[@amoghpratapsingh4938]

Which of the following is impossible : 1. Getting heart or reply from jeff. 2. Jeff skipping facepulls on pull day.

[@yash2614]

@HUA I agree😂🤣

[@WillUnlimited]

both

[@92AlexanderS]

Jeff skipping Facepull Day.

[@sharvesh7494]

You are the most trustworthy trainer i know. Thanks for the awesome videos with genuine information to achieve realistic goals Jeff...Big fan from Mauritius

[@Coalemos]

Ask him about his other plates.

[@luzvel79tiscareno67]

Most the time your speaking stuff that I can't understand like exact names of the muscle and stuff like that you are one of the best out there... I'm a simple dude working out at home that like to see and hear do this with simple words I loved this video understood it perfectly, thanks a lot brother

[@michaeljuliano8839]

I've been doing bodyweight exercises because I haven't had access to weights. I've been achieving overload primarily with a combination of volume and speed of the reps, and I've been getting solid results even without being able to increase the weight. I'm looking forward to getting to the weights because I feel like I can do more with them now that I know how to get results without them.

[@michaeljuliano8839]

@@HM-qf8ml I started with a personal trainer a few months after I made that comment. I took things slow and focused more on getting as much as I could out of low weights to reduce the risk of injury. I wound up breaking my arm about a year ago trying to learn to ice skate to play ice hockey, and that took me out of serious weight training for 6 months. Since recovering, I’ve reached the best physical condition of my life from just showing up and not trying to show off. Unfortunately, I still have a dad bod, but I don’t let that deter me from improving my health. I’m a lot stronger and have much more endurance than I used to have, and the single most important ingredient to that accomplishment is the consistency I built doing body weight exercises.

[@manukoshy1219]

The weights on that deadlift looked pretty legit to me

[@Spackofatz-jj8in]

There is a huge difference between 425 for 1 rep (bad form) and 495 for several reps (great form) bro

[@77dris]

Yup, legit. Form was good too.

[@GymGarageMan]

Its really not that complicated train hard eat clean rest well and GROW BIG!!!

[@Obamnaz]

eat clen tren hard anavar give up

[@highking4149]

Jeff is basically that teacher you always like to attend his classes, Wish i could one day meet him or train with him

[@Captinwoodwork.]

Jeff your a great trainer. Respect man! That was a great video! The knowledge you shared was great! It’s helped my training! I feel stronger and fitter after following that video. I have reconvened it to all my mates! And included it in my judo classes: best trainer on you tube by far’