Epic Q&A - 30 Nutrition & Training Questions Answered with Spartan Efficiency | Ep 300

Submit your question and get featured on a future Q&A or dedicated episode or go to witsandweights.com/question --- It's our 300th episode, so we're doing an epic Q&A! Like King Leonidas facing the Persian army, we're battling fitness misinformation with 30 razor-sharp answers to your most burning questions. I'm tackling supplement efficacy, training myths, nutrition controversies, and the truth about building muscle and losing fat... all with the brutal efficiency of a Spartan phalanx. From Instagram physique realities to whether cardio kills gains, these answers (as always) bring you evidence-based advice that works in the real world. Main Takeaways: Creatine has benefits beyond lifting Natural physiques with visible abs are achievable even after 40 Progressive overload is essential for gains but can be achieved through multiple methods Spot reduction of fat is largely a myth, but spot enhancement is very real and effective The "eat clean or die" could be holding you back ...and tons more! Timestamps: 0:00 - Celebrating 300 episodes (wow!) 5:30 - Supplement questions (creatine, caffeine, EAAs) 12:47 - Training questions (bands vs. free weights, range of motion, overtraining) 23:24 - Nutrition and body composition (Instagram physiques, carbs, dessert cravings) 41:25 - Mindset and biggest fitness myths (training and nutrition) Support the show 📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork. 🎓 Try Physique University - Evidence-based nutrition coaching and strength training to help you lose fat, build muscle, and master your metabolism with support and accountability (free custom nutrition plan with code FREEPLAN ). 👥 Join our Facebook community - Free fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition strategies for adults over 40 who want practical, science-backed fitness guidance. 👋 Ask a question or find Philip Pape on Instagram