Want to unlock time-efficient muscle growth? Tune in as Jordan Lips spills the secrets of hypertrophy optimization and the truth about metabolic adaptation!Today, Philip (@witsandweights) is joined by personal trainer, ex-gym owner, and MNU Certified Nutritionist Jordan Lips, who works exclusively online with people who want to get healthier across a broad range of goals.Philip invited Jordan on the show because of his straightforward approach to topics like metabolism and building muscle, which are often misconstrued in the fitness industry. Today, he shares his expertise in three big areas we're hearing a lot about: time-efficient hypertrophy, incorporating cardio as a lifter, and clearing up some of the misconceptions about metabolic adaptation.Jordan has over 15 years of experience as the mind behind Jordan Lips Fitness and offers both 1-on-1 and group coaching. His online group programs, including 'The Hyper Trophies' for the gym and 'Home Bodies' for those working out from home, are designed to respect your time and lifestyle. And it doesn't hurt that Jordan deeply understands biomechanics, nutrition, and individualized program design. His podcast, "Where Optimal Meets Practical," is focused on optimizing your training, nutrition, and mindset but doing so in a practical way. Today, you’ll learn all about:2:50 Time-efficient hypertrophy7:29 Intensity techniques for muscle growth11:52 SFR and time efficiency13:58 Muscle-building for beginners16:03 The foundation of strength 19:25 Workout splits based on experience level24:27 Cardio for lifters40:04 Cardio during the fat loss phase43:12 Defining metabolic adaptation50:47 Does metabolic adaptation accelerate?55:02 Are diet breaks/refeeds psychological?59:46 The effects of hormones, alcohol, sleep, and stress on metabolic adaptation1:03:19 Philip's metabolic adaptation after his surgery1:06:38 The question Jordan wished Philip had asked1:10:35 Where to find Jordan1:11:01 OutroEpisode resources:IG: @jordanlipsfitness Podcast: jordanlipsfitness.com/podcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1dws6_fvP1ue7auf31QOQ/featured Group training programs for people in the gym or at home: https://jordanlipsfitness.com Support the show? Apply for 1-on-1 coaching!?‍? Schedule a FREE results breakthrough call with Philip? Join our Facebook community for accountability, live training/Q&As, & free challenges✉️ Join the FREE email list with insider strategies, bonus content, and exclusive articles!? Try MacroFactor for free with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. The only food logging app that adjusts to your metabolism!? Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social and follow/tag @witsandweights? Love the podcast? Leave a 5-star review? Send a Q&A voicemail