Moving Well Podcast

In this episode, Nikki and Janet chat with personal trainer and virtual coach Kourtney Thomas about the benefits, science and mindset of hypertrophy training and her program The Bigness Project. They cover: What hypertrophy training is and why it’s not just for bros The difference in mindset when training to get “big” versus training to get smaller The science and application of hypertrophy training How long it takes to see a physical difference and beginner “gains” The role of rest and recovery in growing bigger muscles How hypertrophy training can fit into a fitness program if you also want to train for an endurance sport or work on strength and cardiovascular fitness Body image, the culture of smallness for women and how the message is changing Myths and misconceptions behind body building (e.g. it’s not functional or it will get your injured) About Kourtney Thomas, CSCS B.A. Hospitality Business, Michigan State University ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specia