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Fasted Training
Many bodybuilders perform fasted cardio or fasted training in an attempt to burn more fat as fuel. Is this the best practice for getting shredded?
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The Mind-Muscle Connection
The Mind-Muscle Connection is a hot topic in the bodybuilding community with many coaches swearing by its efficacy. Is it really the best way to grow?
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The Courtroom of Gains
Many have described the gym and its constituents as a courtroom. How accurate is that analogy? Let’s take a look at an interesting case and find out.
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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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Muscle Science for Gearheads
Some aspects of science aren’t immediately applicable to training, but understanding muscle architecture can help round out your exercise science knowledge.
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Metabolism-Boosting Strategies
Many bodybuilders are interesting in boosting their metabolism for body composition optimization. What strategies can you use to boost metabolism?
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Resveratrol
Resveratrol is produced by grapes and is found in red wine – this is why red wine has been associated with health benefits. You can
When to use Isolation Exercises
Several studies have found that isolation movements are no more effective at increasing muscle mass than compound movements. However, some muscle groups may benefit from isolation exercises.
The Tripod Foot
Many lifters focus on maintaining their body weight on their heels while they squat. This is a good method for beginners, but for optimum performance, you need to utilize the tripod foot.
Exercise Order
One variable in training program design is the order of exercises that you use in your workouts. Why is this variable important?
Myofascial Release and Foam Rolling
Foam rolling is a bit of a buzzword in the fitness world as not many understand what it does or how it works. This study found that foam rolling can improve recovery by increasing plasma nitric oxide.
Cardio Interference
This is one of many studies that confirmed the popular hypothesis that too much cardio can interfere with gains in muscle strength and size.
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Top 3 Ways to Gain Muscle and Lose Fat
Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss research-based ways for bodybuilders to gain muscle and lose fat at the same time.
How Do I Limit Gaining Fat on a Bulk?
How do I limit gaining fat on a bulk? Dr. Wilson will explore intermittent fasting, fasted cardio, and calorie cycling.
Compound vs. Isolation Movements
Compound vs isolation movements. Dr Wilson will discuss the advantages and disadvantages to each type of movement.
TRAINING HACKS – Better Dumbbell Rows? Try This!
ASPI Director of Strength and Conditioning, Charlie Ottinger as he gives you tips and hacks to improve your workouts or add new weapons to your gym arsenal. This week we are going to start with the Drag Row.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #011: Artificial Sweeteners
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the effects of artificial sweeteners. Are they good or bad for you?
The Science of Classic Bodybuilding – Constant Tension Practical Application
This week, we’ll take last week’s topic of constant tension and show you some practical applications to this very powerful tool that can build a great physique without the stress on the joints that traditional heavy weight training has.
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