
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.
The most comprehensive bodybuilding and exercise science course that’s designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a versatile coach, capable of training individuals from all backgrounds and enabling you to establish a thriving business of your own.
The most comprehensive bodybuilding and exercise science course that’s designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a versatile coach, capable of training individuals from all backgrounds and enabling you to establish a thriving business of your own.

Some aspects of science aren’t immediately applicable to training, but understanding muscle architecture can help round out your exercise science knowledge.

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?

Most bodybuilders and athletes would probably like to have a social life, too. Can alcohol intake impair gains? Is there applicable knowledge on this subject?

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?

CNS fatigue is kind of a hot topic in the fitness industry. Some will argue its existence whereas others will misuse the term entirely. What does the science say?

Muscle memory is an often misused phrase when considering various skills and exercise training. Let’s dig into what muscle memory truly is.

Bodybuilders have long altered toe angles in calf raises in order to emphasize either the inner or outer calf. Does this actually work?

Bodybuilders have long known that performing cardio and lifting on the same day might not be best for gains. Why is this the case?

Fitness enthusiasts and practitioners often state that the hamstrings are highly active in the squat. Is this the case? Do squats develop the hamstrings?

Meal frequency doesn’t appear to have a significant effect on body composition, but there is an optimal frequency for optimizing protein synthesis throughout the day.

This study confirmed the classic theory that wide stance squats will target the outer quad and glutes more while narrow stance squats emphasize the inner quads more.

Training while sick is a tricky scenario in that it’s easy to overtrain given the amount of stress your body is already under. Follow these recommendations for optimizing training while not overstressing the body.
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Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss protein content and effectiveness in dairy-based, meat-based, and vegan protein sources.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Academy Live, we’ll be discussing body composition and ways to improve it.

This week we’ll talk about mechanical dropsets. Most people work out in a commercial gym and doing dropsets on busy days is nearly impossible, unless you’re doing them on a weight stack machine. Here’s an easy way to get the benefits of a dropset without using every weight in the gym.

Dr. Wilson will discuss the benefits of collagen supplementation, the best sources of collagen, and the best times to take it.

We’ll dig into the science around taking caffeine pre-workout, including optimal dosage and how to maximize its effects.

Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the top 3 research-based ketogenic diet hacks to keep you getting the pumps you want on keto.
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