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Writing your own Program Part 4
Writing a solid training program is one of the most nuanced tasks in the fitness field. How can you go about creating your own program? We’ll get into the nitty gritty in this series.
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What is Broscience?
Broscience is a term we often hear thrown around, but what does it actually mean? How is a broscientist different from an evidence-based practitioner? Let’s discuss.
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Writing your own Program Part 2
Writing a solid training program is one of the most nuanced tasks in the fitness field. How can you go about creating your own program? We’ll get into the nitty gritty in this series.
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Training at Home
Training at home probably isn’t quite as effective as training at the gym. How can you adjust your program to continue to make progress with little or no equipment?
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Intensification Methods
Intensification Methods are strategies designed to push a muscle past failure and maximize growth. Do they work? Is there any science behind them?
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Meal Frequency
Many in the fitness community believe that increasing meal frequency can boost metabolic rate and improve body composition. What does the science say?
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Free Weight vs Machine Bench Press
Many promote the importance of using free weights when training for muscle growth. However, machines can offer similar levels of muscle activation for the prime movers.
Mind-Muscle Connection and Strength
The mind-muscle connection is a popular strategy for bodybuilders but it may not be best for strength athletes. This study found that force production was reduced when subjects used the mind-muscle connection.
Adductors vs. Hamstrings in the Squat
Fitness enthusiasts and practitioners often state that the hamstrings are highly active in the squat. Is this the case? Do squats develop the hamstrings?
Wide Grip vs Close Grip Bench
This study confirmed a classic gym theory that a wide-grip bench press will target the chest more while a close-grip bench press emphasizes the triceps more.
Nutritional Interventions for Recovery
Proper nutrition is the most important component of a well-rounded recovery plan. Water, electrolytes, carbohydrate, and protein all need to be optimized post-training to maximize recovery.
Tongue Position and Strength
There are many tricks one can use to increase strength but, interestingly enough, the position of your tongue in your mouth may play a massive role!
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The Muscle PhD Academy Live #056: Fix Shoulder Pain While Benching
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss shoulder pain while benching and we’ll be answering community questions
3 Reasons Why Your Pecs Aren’t Developed
Dr. Wilson will discuss the top 3 reasons your pecs aren’t fully developed. These are the techniques you need to optimize chest hypertrophy.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #040: Back Training
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live, we will discuss Back Training. We will go over the anatomy of the back and give you a battle plan to train it
TRAINING HACKS – Small Calves? No Problem!
Calves are some of the most stubborn muscles to grow for most. If you have done endless calf raises and still see no results, this may be why. You need variety. Try this and see them grow from baby calves into Spanish fighting bulls!
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #064: Intermittent Fasting
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss intermittent fasting and we’ll be answering community questions
3 Reasons Why Your Biceps Aren’t Growing
Dr. Wilson will discuss the top 3 reasons your biceps aren’t growing as well as techniques to help you reach your biceps goals.
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