Can Alcohol Kill Your Gains?
May 09, 2025•9 min•Ep. 37
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Episode description
Hitting the gym and hitting the bar? You’re not alone. But what if that post-workout drink is slowing down your muscle recovery?
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what really happens when alcohol and exercise collide:
- How alcohol slows muscle building and increases soreness
- Why it messes with your hormones, hydration, and deep sleep
- The truth about post-workout drinking and long-term progress
- How nutrients like Vitamin B12 and L-Tyrosine can support recovery
- Simple, smart tips to balance training and social life—without extremes
🎧 Tune in now to learn how to protect your gains, feel better after workouts, and still enjoy the occasional drink—no guilt required.
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