How to Get Stronger Muscles Without Getting Bigger Muscles

00:00 - intro
01:03 - workout
01:31 - stronger muscles without bigger muscles
02:14 - Number 1
09:16 - Number 2
14:38 - Number 3
25:00 - IG Q&A #1 managing hunger during period
29:23 - IG Q&A #2 fat loss: walking vs. running
31:13 - outro

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You and I are going to drink a lot of coffee together. Like, borderline dangerous amounts of coffee.

So, first things first. Pour yourself a mug and I’ll introduce myself real quick.

My name’s Jordan — but everyone calls me “J” — and I’m a 27th degree black belt in chugging coffee.

But listen.

This channel isn’t for fame, publicity, cash, props, fist bumps, likes, pings, pows or whatever else there is.

It’s a place where you and I can chat.

I’ll never sugar coat, lie, or beat around the bush. I’ll tell you everything exactly as I see it. Some stuff you might like. Others you might not.

And that’s totally cool.

Either way, my goal here is to create a discussion. A place where you and I can get together, exchange ideas, and motivate each other to be better every day.

Like I said, we’re gonna drink a lot of coffee together — borderline dangerous amounts — but I’m excited. Because there aren’t too many online communities in which the sole purpose is to inspire and motivate one another.

And that’s exactly what you and I are going to do here.

To your success,

-J

[christyleewatson]

I’m not too worried about big muscles, but I’m glad you explained this. I have several friends that I’ve invited to workout with me, and they say they don’t want to, because they don’t want big muscles. I’m focused on fat loss, and following your guidance of 3x/wk weight training, and walking everyday. Thanks for all the guidance. I have more than 75lbs to lose.

[evec]

I am a born-again-newbie!! :) I stopped working out for 3 years. 5 months ago I went back to the gym and went from a 10lb dumbbell press to a 75lb bench press in 3 months and lost 10 pounds. Since I lost the 10 pounds, I went from a 30lb dumbbell press to a 40lb dumbbell press and 4 bodyweight chin-ups to a 25lb 1RM chin-up at the same bodyweight in about 2 months. I'm a 105lb female and I want to be as strong as I can be for my size. I also want to convince other middle-aged women at the gym that they can lift heavier weights at our age. Edit: I am drinking coffee while watching your video!

Edit 2: I do want to add that most women in crossfit gyms ARE typically bigger than your average skeptical woman wants to get. My goal is to push the limits of my strength gains at my current weight. The "low-weight-high-rep" myth amongst women in the gym is still raging hard. Most fitness classes for women only do this type of training. Admittedly because from a liability perspective, it's the safest way to train 30 people at once...

[philipwise]

I love this man’s videos, straight to the point, no bs, proven strategies, science based. What more can I say. His character is appealing in how he talks about it too. Keep em coming man! 💪🏼

[kristindavies]

Thank you for addressing the increased hunger in women around their period. Very helpful for me 😊

[dvblove]

Your like Bruce Lee and My Uncle on gaining strength and not size. God bless you on helping people like me.

[damarisadelinegonzalez]

I don't watch football but I love how you mentioned that there are going to be some people who are going to complain about taking any of your tips or advice on getting more muscular (when you're not huge and muscular) and that makes me think of football coaches. You don't see them playing but they know what's best due to research and experience and those same people complaining won't complain about their coaching bc they know what they're doing.
You're just an (amazing) coach who's done years and years of research trying to help and it's dumb that there's people complaining about your tips! Anyways another great video! Thanks so much for your information, I definitely feel better about not getting muscular even though I already know that it takes a lot of work to get there.

[marta-wzjm]

the most positive person in the gym/diet word <3

[fldhkybnva]

Thanks for this video. I’m someone who lifted and got bigger and now wanting to get smaller. It’s hard to find good resources for this goal. You helped, as always.

Something else that’s also been a challenge which might be an interesting video or podcast Q&A. How to mentally overcome the obstacle of transitioning from standard powerlifting training (focus on max effort PR) to lifting for general health and strength so not lifting as much on the bar and feeling like you’re “not doing enough.”

[timwillits]

Good job making it simple and easy to understand. Any other tips and teaching focused specifically on speed and power will be greatly appreciated with gratefulness.
Thank you.

[juliaskitsko]

Great video! I’ve always loved the idea of being strong af yet keep a smaller frame. I did notice myself getting bulky, however, I’ve since learned that it’s not about muscles getting very big, but rather fat that sits of top of newly built muscle making me look bulky. Great reminders!! Question- I am a mom to a 1.5 year old and am a big snacker. I find my snacks getting out of control sometimes when I get busy or emotional… any tips??

[ellaa]

I disagree on the woman take steroids, it’s more a case of constant heavy lifting and using same muscles regularly and yes they are probably eating like a sumo wrestler in order to gain size fast

[jenniferblickensdorf]

Thank you for this! I feel like so many don’t realize how HARD it is to actually get huge and bulky! Love this video.

[nanakrizalka]

Thank you so much for explaining it so so well. Started CrossFit at the moment and you answered all my questions. Thank you ❤

[nicolehalverson]

Your videos are so informational! Thank you!

[toniconn]

This is great timing! I'm planning to start working out again tonight after a 3 month hiatus due to buying, renovating, and moving recently. My nervous system is finally at a place where I can workout without my body thinking I'm having a panic attack when my heart rate increases.

[trudycooper]

I love this! My arms have always been *bigger* so I’ve always wondered how to keep them from getting so big! My next question is how do I build glutes now? I know I need to eat to do that..lower arm weights? Less arm workouts? Different arm workout style? Body weight?

[timmeisburger]

This is a goal for me, and every rock climber and gymnast, because what is important in these sports is not absolute strength, but strength to weight ratio. Essentially, you want to be able to do maximum pull-ups, so massive size works against that.

[colleenfradette]

Always the best content and so relatable and personable

[luxeydaze]

I’m so glad I found your channel and podcast. I’ve enjoyed and learned so much from you. Thank you 🙏🏽

[helenaMe]

I don't care about bulky but not much chance of that! Always really informative videos, Jordan. I just need to get started. Would love to buy the program but exchange rates inhibit this, unfortunately.