Caffeine Low Down: How to use it to gain muscle and lose fat

Propane Podcast 136

In this latest episode of our Instagram-themed podcasts, Jonny and Yusef give you the lowdown on caffeine and a simple strategy to overcome your coffee addiction.

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COFFEE. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. But coffee will: – Remain in your bloodstream for up to 24 hours – Measurably REDUCE sleep quality and mount of time in REM sleep Take a 'coffee break' every few months to reset your sensitivity.

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Cliff notes:
Benefits:
1) Fat loss
2) Training quality
3) Pain tolerance

Disadvantages: 
1) Tolerance
2) Withdrawal
3) Vitamin D absorption

Recommendations: 
1) Use sparingly, cycle it
2) Count all sources
3) Time appropriately

Here’s an ironically sleep-deprived Yusef digging into the details of caffeine:

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