Cold Plunges, Deadlifts, Gym Choices & Creatine: Tactical Q&A for Former Athletes
Adam tackles cold plunges, trap bar deadlifts, gym choices, kettlebell tactics, and creatine. Real advice for real former athletes trying to stay sharp, consistent, and strong — without the fluff. Watch the full 60-minute Q&A for actionable, no-nonsense insights.
Join us for a comprehensive Q&A session tailored for former college athletes navigating post-sport life. We address common concerns like managing knee pain during workouts, adjusting carbohydrate intake around training sessions, improving sleep quality amidst the challenges of new parenthood, exploring effective recovery tools, and overcoming mental ruts.
In this video, I answer several real-world questions former athletes actually care about. From recovery tactics like cold plunges to supplement strategies like adding creatine — this is the no-BS guidance designed for former college athletes trying to maintain consistency, edge, and health post-sport.
Here’s what I cover:
- Cold plunges — When are they helpful? And when might they be slowing your adaptation?
- Trap bar vs. conventional deadlifts — Which is safer, more powerful, and better for long-term training?
- How to pick the right gym — Adam shares what to look for (and avoid) when choosing a gym environment that fits your goals and mindset.
- Creatine supplementation — The most misunderstood supplement in the game. Is it just for meatheads? Or is it a brain-and-body staple for every former athlete?
Whether you’re chasing longevity, mental clarity, strength maintenance, or just want to stay dialed-in like you were in college — this episode delivers actionable, science-backed insight you can use right away.
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