The Truth About Plateaus: Why Pushing Harder Isn’t Enough

Ever felt stuck in a plateau? That moment when progress comes to a grinding halt, and no matter how hard you push, it’s like you’ve hit an invisible wall. You’re putting in the effort, but results just aren’t coming. Sound familiar? In this episode, we’re revealing the real reasons behind those dreaded plateaus—why they happen, what they mean, and the unexpected strategies to push past them. Most people think it’s about working harder, but it’s not always that simple. If you’re ready to understand how to break a plateau, keep progressing, and unlock new levels of strength and resilience, this is for you. What You’ll Discover: - The surprising role of progressive overload and why small, strategic tweaks beat brute force every time. - How plateaus are actually a sign of growth—when you know how to read them. - Key tactics to turn setbacks into momentum, build mental resilience, and avoid burnout in the gym and life. Want to know if you’ve been holding yourself back? This Norse Mentality episode will change the way you think about plateaus, with practical steps to gain muscle, build discipline, and stay consistent even when motivation slips. FREE Tactical Guide for Improving Habits & Discipline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.norsementality.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Norse Fitness Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.norsefitness.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (15% OFF Code: Podcast15) Find me on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/andrewclifflewis