
Biomechanics and Growth
Many teachers lecture on the various biomechanical properties of muscle but rarely mention how these properties can affect growth. Let’s check it out.
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Many teachers lecture on the various biomechanical properties of muscle but rarely mention how these properties can affect growth. Let’s check it out.

Creatine is probably the most common supplement for bodybuilders. Even with myriad scientific data, some people remain concerned about creatine and safety.

Bodybuilders often spend the entire winter bulking and building slabs of muscle, but what happens when beach season rolls back around? Let’s discuss.

A current argument in the field exists as to whether or not the deadlift is a good back exercise. Do we have scientific evidence to support either side of this qualm?

Periodization is a common buzzword in the fitness industry but the word itself is often misunderstood and the theories are misused. How does it work in bodybuilding?

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?

Stretching is the most common method people use to improve range of motion. However, this study found that lifting weights with a full range of motion was just as effective as stretching.

Periodization is simply the process of planning variation into your training. One of the most important training variables to vary is volume. How should you vary your volume?

Studies show that force production and muscle activation decrease during the second half of the press during the bench press. How does this impact max bench performance?

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.

Is there a difference in how often men can train vs. women? This study found that men were able to recover from exercise more quickly than women which might mean that frequency is gender-specific.

Good news for most bodybuilders, this study found that consuming a diet high in protein improved sleep quality. Sleep is incredibly important for gains so bodybuilders looking to maximize sleep should ensure proper protein intake.
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This week we are going to start with this Barbell Hack Squat variation. For some reason, not all gyms have them. So here’s a way to get around that.

If your gains are slow, the problem might not be how hard you’re training, but how you’re training. Learn to add variety to any exercise.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss intermittent fasting and we’ll be answering community questions

Should I train my neck? We will give you some tips on how to train your neck and get the bull neck you want.

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

In a previous video, Dr. Wilson discussed supplementing melatonin. Here we will discuss ways to naturally increase melatonin production.
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