“Smarter Not Harder” is a phrase often thrown around in the fitness industry.

While the idea of not working out as hard because you are working out more intelligently certainly sounds appealing, there are some big issues that this mindset is creating.

What are these issues, how are they holding you back from reaching your goals, and what needs to be done to break free from this?

That is exactly what we are discussing on this week’s episode of the Exercise Is Health® podcast.

If you find yourself gravitating towards this idea of “Smarter Not Harder”, listen up!

There are some things about this approach that are keeping you from getting the results you want.

Check out all the details in this week’s episode!

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Muscle Activation Schaumburg is an exercise facility located in Schaumburg, IL with a goal to help you keep your health for as long as possible. We know that it is your health that allows you to do the things you love in life. This is why we promote a lifestyle that includes exercise, rather than exercise that is a burden to your life. Muscle Activation Schaumburg provides Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) and personal training services to its clients. We use MAT® and exercise to increase the function of your body. A well-functioning body is what allows you to stay healthy and do the things you love. We value helping the members of our community of Schaumburg as well as surrounding communities of the Northwest Suburbs improve their health.