
Does Size = Strength?
Many folks ask the age-old question – is a bigger muscle a stronger muscle? In this piece we dive into the nitty gritty science of getting stronger in order to find out.
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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.

Many folks ask the age-old question – is a bigger muscle a stronger muscle? In this piece we dive into the nitty gritty science of getting stronger in order to find out.

Most strength training experts recommend taking the occasional deload, however, the exact method of deloading is rather murky. What should we know about deloads?

This is a story about a fellow named Pete. Pete is none of us, and Pete is all of us, so let’s follow his journey into the world of bodybuilding.

How different are men and women when considering exercise performance and training adaptations? Let’s dive into what the science says about this topic.

Over the years, science has developed a greater understanding of muscle contractions and function. However, some key aspects have always perplexed scientists until recently.

Time Under Tension has become a massive catchphrase in the fitness community. Is it really the most important variable for maximizing growth?

Many health practitioners believe that squats, especially deep squats, are bad for your knees? Is this really the case? What does the science say?

Periodization is simply planned variation in your training. One way to add this variation is by changing the exercises you use. This has been shown to be more effective for gains in strength which can drive increases in muscle size.

One way to improve your squat performance is by using a weightlifting belt. A good belt can help increase power production and won’t lower core activation like many people think.

A recent review stated that endurance exercise can cause growth similar to resistance training but this benefit only occurs in older individuals. Young individuals do not get this effect.

Most people generally understand that alcohol isn’t great for gains. But why is this the case? This study found that alcohol can impair protein synthesis following training.

Creating a calorie deficit is important for a successful cut. How should you go about creating this deficit?
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Today we will discuss why protein distribution is so important and how you should distribute your protein consumption through the day.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss what the best alternative to a ketogenic diet is

Can you gain muscle on a calorie deficit? Here’s a controversial topic that people often ask us here at The Muscle PhD.

In this video we will discuss the Pattern of Eating for Fat Loss and which approach to take in order to maximize your fat loss goals

Dr. Jacob Wilson will go over the top 3 research-based ways that bodybuilders can use to become more vascular.

Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the top 3 science-based ways to increase your testosterone levels naturally.
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