School of Muscle: Recent Episodes
Ryan Solomon
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today, Alec joins me to discuss a study he authored titled "Throwing cold water on muscle growth: A systematic review with meta-analysis of the effects of post-exercise cold water immersion on resistance training- induced hypertrophy”.
Study: https://sportrxiv.org/index.php/server/preprint/view/301
Email me for coaching: ryan@revivestronger.com
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today, Bryan joins me to discuss a study he was an author on titled “Can I Have My Coffee and Drink It? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis to Determine Whether Habitual Caffeine Consumption Affects the Ergogenic Effect of Caffeine”.
Email me for coaching: ryan@revivestronger.com
we're joined by Dr. Hermes to explore the nuances of his recent meta-analysis on intentionally slow concentric velocity resistance exercise. Delve deep into the purpose, methodology, and surprising outcomes of his research. Whether you're a fitness professional or an enthusiast aiming for optimal strength adaptations, Dr. Hermes sheds light on the practical implications of slow resistance training.
Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37494124/
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today, Dr. Archer comes on the podcast to discuss why the set point theory isn't a great way to think about things and why diets actually fail.
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Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today, Dr. Alyssa Spence joins me to discuss a study she was recently an author on titled “Effect of Small and Large Energy Surpluses on Strength, Muscle, and Skinfold Thickness”.
Email me for coaching: ryan@revivestronger.com
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today, my guest is Dr. Pritchard. Dr. Pritchard recently wrote an article on Stronger by Science titled “Practical Strategies for Returning to Training After a Break” and that’s going to be our topic of discussion today.
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Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast! Today, my friend Drake Eserhaut joins me to discuss his PhD dissertation regarding blood flow restriction training and some practical applications of it.
Here's the article Drake mentions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35763185/
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In this episode of "The School of Muscle," Dr. Brandon Roberts delves into the critical connection between low energy availability and your journey to a better physique. Discover the ins and outs of low energy availability, its telltale symptoms, and what steps to take if you find yourself in its grip. Gain valuable insights into how to strike the perfect balance between muscle growth and fat loss while safeguarding your overall well-being.
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast! In this episode, we're excited to have PhD candidate Mikkel as our guest, discussing his recent study titled 'Low Energy Availability reduces myofibrillar and sarcoplasmic muscle protein synthesis in trained females.' Join us as we explore the concept of low energy availability, its implications for muscle protein synthesis, and the surprising results Mikkel's study uncovered. From origins to outcomes, we dissect the study's methods and findings, providing practical takeaways for anyone seeking to enhance their body composition.
Study Reviewed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29300214/
Join us in this enlightening episode of the School of Muscle as we delve into the study "No Effect of Muscle Stretching within a Full, Dynamic Warm-up on Athletic Performance" with the esteemed Dr. BLAZEVICH. Curious about the science behind muscle stretching's impact on athletic prowess, we start by uncovering the motivations behind this groundbreaking research. Dr. BLAZEVICH shares his expectations, hypotheses, and the meticulous methods employed in the study. Discover the surprising results and gain insights into the broader landscape of warm-up practices and their implications for optimizing weightlifting performance. Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or simply intrigued by evidence-based exercise strategies, this episode offers practical takeaways to elevate your workout routine to new heights.
Dr. Zabaleta-Korta joins me to discuss a recent study he authored titled “Regional Hypertrophy: The Effect of Exercises at Long and Short Muscle Lengths in Recreationally Trained Women”.
Join us in this enlightening podcast episode as we sit down with a distinguished researcher to delve into the captivating realm of muscle growth. Unveiling the intricate relationship between exercise and regional hypertrophy, we explore how specific workout routines wield the power to sculpt and strengthen distinct muscle groups. Study discussed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36998986/
In this enlightening podcast episode, join us as we delve into the fascinating world of circadian rhythms and their profound influence on fitness with esteemed expert, Dr. Emily Manoogian. Discover the critical importance of timing when it comes to meal consumption, as Dr. Manoogian expertly explains the detrimental effects of eating right before bed or immediately upon waking. Gain valuable insights into the science-backed benefits of aligning your eating habits with your body's natural clock, and explore the myriad ways in which optimizing your meal times can lead to improved fitness outcomes. Whether you're an athlete or simply seeking to lead a healthier lifestyle, this podcast offers valuable guidance on harnessing the power of circadian rhythms to unlock your full fitness potential.
Study Reviewed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37160161/
Watch as we delve into the fascinating world of muscle growth and the role of relative training volume in maximizing gains! In this eye-opening podcast, we sit down with a seasoned Scientist and delve into the latest research and insights on how training volume influences muscle development. Gain valuable knowledge about the significance of relative training volume, the optimal training zones, and how to tailor your workouts for the best results. Our expert guest will break down the science behind muscle hypertrophy, providing evidence-based recommendations to take your training to the next level.
Study reviewed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36633866/
Dive into the intriguing world of muscle growth variation with our special guest, Dr. Michael Roberts, a prominent scientist and fitness expert. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the physiological factors influencing high and low responders to weightlifting, uncovering the science behind why some individuals seem to pack on muscle effortlessly while others face challenges. Dr. Roberts provides invaluable insights into understanding the genetic and physiological underpinnings of these differences, shedding light on the factors that contribute to individual responses. As we focus on empowering low responders, the episode offers practical advice and strategies that can help them maximize their gains and achieve their fitness goals. Email me for coaching: ryan@revivestronger.com
Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37191618/
🎙️ Tune in to our latest podcast episode as we delve into the fascinating world of exercise performance and muscle growth, backed by cutting-edge research on the effects of caffeine!
🏋️♂️ Our expert guest, Dorian Varovic, a renowned exercise scientist and researcher, unveils groundbreaking insights from his recent study on how caffeine impacts exercise performance. Discover how this ubiquitous stimulant can potentially take your workouts to a whole new level, optimizing muscle growth, and boosting overall athletic achievements.
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Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today I have on Dr. Breen to discuss rest periods and their effect on muscle growth. More specifically, Dr. Breen was an author of a study titled “Short inter-set rest blunts resistance exercise-induced increases in myofibrillar protein synthesis and intracellular signaling in young males” and that’s what were going to dive into today.
Max Coleman joins this episode of the School of Muscle to discuss his latest study, "“Gaining more from doing less? The effects of a one-week deload period during supervised resistance training on muscular adaptations”
Dr. Jonathan Weakley joins the School of Muscle podcast this week to breakdown a paper he wrote regarding high vs low loads and muscle hypertrophy
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast. Today I have on João Pedro Nunes to discuss a recent paper he authored titled “Should Competitive Bodybuilders Ingest More Protein than Current Evidence-Based Recommendations?”
Welcome back to the School of Muscle, today I have on Jake Remmert who recently authored a study titled “Accuracy of Predicted Intraset Repetitions in Reserve (RIR) in Single- and Multi-Joint Resistance Exercises Among Trained and Untrained Men and Women”, and that’s what we’re going to dive into today.
Welcome back to the School of Muscle podcast, today I have on Dr. Margolis to discuss a recent study he authored titled “Low carbohydrate availability impairs hypertrophy and anaerobic performance”.
Today on the School of Muscle podcast, I have on Max Coleman to discuss some of his latest research on the benefits of drop sets for muscle growth.
Today, Martin Refalo joins the School of Muscle to discuss the science behind training to failure for muscle growth
In today's episode of the school of muscle, Dr. Sandro Bartolomei breaks down a recent study he authored on block vs mixed periodization strategies for muscle, power, and strength.
On this episode of the School of Muscle podcast, I have on Ben Inglis. Ben recently wrote a great article for Barbell Medicine titled "Range of Motion Considerations" -- Today, we discuss range of motion considerations for maximal muscle growth
Solo Q&A - Appreciate you tuning in!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - Why cycle from MEV to MRV?
10:33 - HIIT Training for muscle growth?
13:40 - The best rep range for squats?
16:30 - Deload week vs week off?
22:33 - High rep training for the delts?
27:45 - How to manage systemic fatigue?
36:00 - How do antioxidants influence muscle growth?
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How to grow muscle mass? Of course, it depends on quite a few things, but Natural Profession Bodybuilder Jeff Alberts discusses some key things to result in muscle growth in this episode of the School of Muscle.
Jeff Alberts is a professional natural bodybuilder and natural bodybuilding coach for Team 3D Muscle Journey. He has decades of experience in natural bodybuilding and shares some key insights in this episode.
To grow muscle mass, one of the most important things to consider is how you can keep training consistently, with effort, over the long run. One can do this by finding a training program for muscle growth they enjoy, autoregulating their training, autoregulating their nutrition, and making sure to keep their social life intact while being a natural bodybuilder.
Time Stamps:
00:14: Professional Natural Bodybuilding Contest Prep
8:10: How to maintain your social/family life while dieting
13:30: The most difficult part about getting contest lean
16:35: Biggest changes Jeff has made throughout his bodybuilding career
23:10: Autoregulating your diet while losing fat
33:15: Autoregulating your training
47:15: Advice to younger lifters
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Team 3dMJ - https://3dmusclejourney.com/
This episode of the School of Muscle brings on guest Dr. Cody Haun!
Time Stamps:
00:30 - Non-responders in Training?
8:20 - Fiber type growth after training
13:50 - Fiber CSA changes don't agree with other changes in the muscle
17:40 - Muscle hypertrophy history
30:40 - The change in whole muscle size isn't predicted by the growth of individual parts of the muscle
39:40 - Short term vs long term hypertrophy
44:10 - Muscle hyperplasia
50:20 - Practical implications to the current model of muscle hypertrophy
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Solo Q&A on diet breaks and more!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - What about a 3-5 day diet break?
5:30 - Do you use refeeds and diet breaks?
9:10 - Eating before bed
18:40 - Calorie Cycling
21:30 - What bf% to start using diet breaks?
25:25 - Diet break frequency
27:30 - Cardio vs Food
36:49 - When to add weigh to the bar
43:40 - Protein quality
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, Juma Iraki comes on the show to discuss optimizing nutrition for building muscle.
Time Stamps:
00:30 - Main nutrition considerations for building muscle
2:55 - How fast to gain weight for building muscle
7:40 - Energy Availability
13:00 - When to stop a muscle gaining phase
20:15 - Using a high protein diet
25:50 - Protein recommendations for quantity and quality
28:30 - Protein while going through a fat loss phase
29:50 - Macro-nutrient distribution pre and post workout?
35:15 - Supplements for gaining muscle
40:20 - Biggest struggles as CEO of Iraki Nutrition
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, Dr. Scott Stevenson discusses some of the best ways to train for muscle growth!
Time Stamps:
00:30 - Considerations when training in the gym
11:12 - How strict on form should you be?
28:15 - Having fun in the gym
34:30 - The importance of effort in training
41:45 - How to use a weighted stretch in training?
55:00 - Using and programming pump sets in training
1:04:30 - Auto-regulating pump sets and bringing up weak muscle groups
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Solo Q&A!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - Exercise Selection
6:10 - Metabolite Training
10:00 - Soreness across a mesocycle
13:44 - Big 3 Split Thoughts
22:50 - Assistance work for the big 3
32:00 - Most amount of protein you can absorb per meal
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, I have Danny Lennon on to discuss the importance of when you eat, chrononutrition, and much more!
Time Stamps:
00:25 - The importance of when you eat
18:15 - The impact of social life on reaching your fitness goals
25:30 - How to build community
31:00 - Social media pros and cons
37:30 - Considerations before a diet/going after X goal
44:50 - Managing expectations without demotivating
53:50 - One thing you should focus on each day
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In this episode of the School of Muscle Podcast, Dr. Jose Antonio discusses high protein diets for fat loss, gaining muscle, and how the FTO gene relates to obesity.
Time Stamps:
00:30 - Overfeeding on protein (800 more calories, but not gaining fat)
4:00 - Why overfeeding on protein doesn't result in an increase in body fat?
5:20 - Can you trust these studies?
8:30 - Thermic effect of whey vs casein
10:00 - High protein diets when following a periodized program
14:40 - High protein diets for well-trained individuals
20:12 - High protein diets health concerns
21:15 - High protein practical recommendations
29:10 - FTO gene and how that influences body composition
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In this episode of the School of Muscle podcast, Dr. Andy Galpin discusses muscle hyperplasia and much more!
Time Stamps:
00:12 - Intermittent vs Continuous Dieting
8:15 - The spectrum of fiber types
16:00 - Strength phases for hypertrophy
19:00 - Anabolic window specific to fiber types
24:50 - Hyperplasia
30:30 - Artificial Intelligence in fitness/health
38:00 - Lessons learned from mentors and advice around social media
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, I discuss what the best protein powder is and more!
Time Stamps:
00:08 - Spreading volume across sets
15:55 - 3 day training splits
33:15 - RIR across a training cycle
38:40 - Best sources of non-whey protein powder
45:05 - How to guesstimate macros
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In this School of Muscle Episode, I discuss how to bulk and cut with Jack Gadd!
Time Stamps:
00:20 - Not being happy when gaining or cutting
4:15 - Why the start of a gaining phase can be difficult
8:45 - Body fat holding people back in a gaining phase
10:30 - Tracking progress in a gaining phase
13:50 - How to approach a gaining phase (rates of gain, training, nutrition)
25:40 - How to approach deloads
29:50 - Training during a cut
37:00 - Exercise variation during a cut
38:15 - Less calories vs more cardio during a cutting phase
42:00 - Food volume while cutting
46:10 - Refeeds and diet breaks
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In this episode of the school of muscle, I interview muscle metabolism researcher Jorn Trommelen!
Time Stamps:
00:20 - Refractory Period
9:00 - Leucine Threshold
14:30 - Sipping on protein vs bolus'
19:15 - Does more training mean more protein?
24:45 - Is protein breakdown important?
28:30 - MPS while dieting
32:00 - More protein while dieting?
37:15 - Using quite high protein diets
42:20 - Challenges with nutrition research
47:15 - Pre-bed protein and sleep
51:35 - Exciting upcoming research
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Broderick Chavez!
Time Stamps:
00:40 - High Protein Massing
8:25 - Should you bulk and cut
12:45 - Sticking to different types of fats while cutting?
14:45 - Going from lower testosterone to higher testosterone within natural limits
19:20 - Should naturals take advice from enhanced people?
27:50 - What's it like coaching Mike Israetel?
32:30 - Variability in testosterone response
37:00 - SARMS
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, I have another Q&A. Make sure to send me your questions!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - What cardio is best?
13:00 - Should you maintain reps across sets?
17:15 - Is casein protein necessary?
24:00 - Rest between sets
26:05 - Can I progress just between my MEV and MAV?
29:06 - Should novices add sets, or just get stronger?
35:25 - Did you get glasses?
36:35 - How to program deadlifts?
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In this School of Muscle podcast, Ian Mccarthy comes back for round two discussing melatonin and caffeine.
Time Stamps:
00:10 - Slow release caffeine
8:30 - Why is slow release melatonin under-studied
25:00 - Any conclusions we can make on slow-release melatonin
28:00 - Altering one's life vs supplementation
45:20 - Who may benefit more or less from supplementation
52:00 - Considerations before supplementation
1:02:50 - Caffeine "fixing" a poor nights sleep
1:15:35 - Does caffeine make sleep deprivation worse
1:25:15 - Caffeine's effects on performance and cognition
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In this School of Muscle Podcast episode, I do a Q&A!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - How much load to add each week
7:30 - How protein massing to reduce fat gain
20:12 - How should you feel after training
25:25 - Increasing volume at different rates for different body parts
29:00 - Favorite methods of progressive overload
35:55 - Best foods/supplements for recovery
42:45 - Does the music you listen to matter
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In this episode of the School of Muscle podcast, Ian Mccarthy discusses melatonin supplementation!
Time Stamps:
00:10 - Is melatonin efficacious?
9:00 - Does melatonin help you sleep better or longer?
25:00 - How melatonin is produced
40:10 - Difficulty getting back to sleep after taking melatonin
49:00 - Safety concerns of melatonin?
1:01:31 - Dosing
1:18:11 - Timing
1:21:10 - Melatonin for jet lag
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, I discuss new years resolutions, managing holidays and staying fit AF, and reflect a bit on 2018, and look forward to 2019.
Time Stamps:
00:30 - New Years Resolutions
7:55 - How to do new years resolutions
20:10 - Managing holidays/events
29:40 - 2018 for me
31:30 - What went wrong with Ep. 1 with Eric Helms
37:55 - Some things that helped me in 2018
41:15 - Why I don't like posting pictures of my physique
43:20 - Goals in 2019
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In this episode of the School of Muscle, I have on Valentin Tambosi!
Time Stamps:
00:20 - Doing the hard stuff in the gym
7:25 - Misperformed exercises
9:30 - How strict should form be
13:00 - More sets vs more intense sets
14:52 - Twice daily training
16:20 - Range of motion
20:40 - Smith machine squats
25:20 - More volume, less training to failure
30:05 - Training by feel
39:00 - How fast to gain weight
43:18 - "Recomping" after gaining weight
45:50 - High protein intakes
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Solo Q&A! Drop your questions below, really appreciate each of you.
Time Stamps:
00:10 - Volume throughout a mesocycle
11:30 - Should you go to failure each set
14:24 - What's the minimum amount of sets to do in a single session
22:10 - Can you recomp when you're "skinny-fat"
25:55 - How often to vary rep ranges
29:15 - Utilizing isolation & compound lifts as a beginner
36:25 - Should you feel fully recovered after a deload
42:00 - Lifting heavy while dieting
46:00 - Should you grind out reps
48:20 - How to get better on pull ups
52:10 - Can I combine progression schemes
57:50 - Working out when sore
In this podcast episode of the School of Muscle, Dr. Emily Manoogian discusses circadian rhythms and implications on health.
Time Stamps:
1:00 - What are circadian rhythms
3:00 - Consequences of "disrupted" circadian rhythms
8:10 - How light influences our rhythms
11:30 - Should you wear blue-light blockers
13:30 - How food effects our rhythms
21:00 - Eating protein before bed
25:30 - Having a bigger meal that "knocks you out" before bed
28:50 - How hunger can throw off sleep cues
31:40 - Social jet lag
43:55 - Exciting future research
In this School of Muscle podcast episode, Chris Barakat discusses programming considerations for building muscle and much more!
Time Stamps:
1:05 - Picking exercises that suit you
5:15 - Less compound exercises during a diet?
8:40 - Compound vs isolation exercises
11:30 - How to train for hypertrophy
15:20 - Programming exercise order
22:00 - Training to failure
29:00 - Lagging body parts
30:30 - Supersets & intra-set stretching
33:18 - Blood flow restriction training
36:00 - Hot yoga
41:10 - Struggles with building a business in the fitness industry
In this Q and A episode, I discuss the muscle pump and more!
Time Stamps:
1:15 - Programming a training cycle
11:00 - Programming "pump" work
18:50 - DUP training
22:45 - How to count sets for compound lifts
25:40 - DUP for powerbuilding
34:00 - Intermittent Fasting
40:45 - Ever been coached or plan to be coached?
In this podcast episode of the School of Muscle, Jackson Peos, PhD(c) discusses diet breaks!
Time Stamps:
00:40 - Continuous vs Intermittent Dieting
3:50 - What's a good way to approach intermittent dieting
13:30 - Refeeds vs Diet Breaks
19:10 - What to consider when setting up an intermittent diet
25:50 - How does your body fat % play a role
31:40 - Training during a diet break
39:30 - What to do after a diet
46:00 - Future research
In this episode of the School of Muscle, Dr. Emma Green discusses food addiction and much more!
Time Stamps:
00:55 - What is mindful eating?
4:00 - How To Be A More Mindful Eater
11:15 - How to improve diet adherence
18:20 - How to handle the holidays
23:15 - What to do after over-eating
26:00 - How to better manage emotions
29:00 - How to handle feeling guilty about eating "dirty" foods
33:38 - Food addiction
In this episode of the School of Muscle, Dr. Herman Pontzer discusses the model of constrained energy expenditure, and how that applies to athletes.
Time Stamps:
00:50 - What is constrained energy expenditure, and what's some research that has been done on it?
6:00 - How do we constrain our energy expenditure?
10:30 - How constrained is our energy levels?
12:30 - Does the type of exercise matter?
15:00 - Implications for athletes
20:00 - Calories on Training vs Rest Days
22:40 - Upcoming research on this topic
Here's another solo Q and A. The topics are listed below!
Time Stamps:
1:44 - Looking better eating at maintenance
4:52 - Neck Training
11:00 - Maximizing gains when you have great conditions
20:45 - Re-sensitization Phases
29:12 - How Much Volume To Do
32:30 - Powerbuilding
37:00 - Programming for Building Muscle
43:45 - How To Track Bodyweight Exercises
46:00 - Do You Need To Progress Every Session
49:00 - Direct Front Delt Training
Ep. 20 : Dr. Peter Fitschen on Staying Too Lean, What To Do After A Diet, and More!
Time Stamps:
0:45 - How To Diet Successfully?
3:50 - How To Use Diet Breaks?
9:15 - How To Structure Calories Throughout The Week?
15:40 - Adaptive Metabolisms
19:45 - What To Do When Calories Are Low, But You Have Fat To Lose
27:30 - How Long Does It Take To Feel Normal After A Diet?
32:50 - What To Do After A Post-diet Binge?
36:50 - How Lean Is Too Lean?
39:00 - Should You Track Macros?
44:00 - How's It Feel To Step On Stage?
This is a solo episode where I discuss 5 different tips related to training for building muscle!
Time Stamps:
0:30 - Exercise Selection
14:30 - Mind Muscle Connection vs Lifting More
17:34 - Gym Environment
21:41 - Intra-workout Nutrition
24:00 - Training Gear I Recommend and Why
In this episode, Jacob Schepis discusses behavior change, becoming a better coach, personal training struggles, and more!
Times Stamps:
1:00 - How to Get the Most out of Clients
12:30 - How to Handle a Complete Beginner
23:00 - Tracking Calories and Educating Clients To Change Behavior
45:00 - Struggles as a Personal Trainer
In this Q and A episode, I discuss How To Bulk and Cut, What To Do After Missing Workouts, and More!
Time Stamps:
1:00 - How Old Am I, Do I Live Alone
2:30 - Do Tight Clothes Decrease Gainz
4:04 - Should You Eat More If You're Lifting Heavy?
11:25 - Cutting for 10 months, Might Be 15% BF, What to do?
17:40 - Forearm Training?
23:27 - What To Do When You Miss Workouts?
29:42 - Blood Glucose Monitoring For Natural Athletes?
34:38 - The Best Way To Bulk And Cut?
41:46 - What's The Best Rep Range For Physique?
47:15 - How To Take On A More Active Lifestyle?
In this episode, Miguel Blacutt discusses the leucine threshold, the refractory period, muscle damage, and much more!
Time Stamps:
00:55 - Leucine Threshold
8:00 - Refractory Period
13:50 - Muscle Damage and How That Effects Hypertrophy
22:00 - Programming Considerations For Muscle Damage
26:00 - When To Vary Exercises
29:00 - Upcoming Interesting Areas of Research
34:40 - Why Pursue A Phd
In this solo podcast, I discuss 5 of the most common myths I see in the fitness industry.
In this podcast, Greg Nuckols discusses why muscle stops growing, frequency for hypertrophy, volume over time, and much more!
In this Q and A, I discuss how many sets to do whilst cutting, having a good immune system while cutting, and more!
Aj Morris discusses deadlifts for bodybuilding, training less frequently during a off season phase, the importance of one's gym environment, and much more!
In this episode, I give my top 5 sleep tips, and why non of these tips include supplements!
Relationships, exercise science degrees, programming frequency, and more are all covered in this Q&A video!
In episode 8 of School of Muscle, Steve Hall discussed programming for bodybuilding, coaching strategies, ignoring the scale, and much more!
In this episode, it's a solo-podcast where I discuss what rep range may be best for hypertrophy and why. Also, I discuss some other programming considerations!
In this episode, Bret Contreras discusses what the best exercises are to build muscle, whether you should always get a mind muscle connection, and much more!
This is a solo-episode where I discuss all things related to training frequency! Enjoy!
In this episode, Pascal Flor drops some quality information on fat gain while bulking, managing relationships, skewed perceptions, and much more!
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Eric Helms about various topics related to improving bodycomposition ranging from how to successfully set up a fat loss phase, and how bodybuilding can benefit other areas of life.