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The Training Partner Rule Book
Just about everyone has had a bad training partner in the past. How do you know that you’re not the bad training partner in everyone else’s past? Let’s discuss.
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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.
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Nutrition Inconvenience
Most folks know that just about any diet plan can support your goals. However, that sentiment is based on diet adherence; how can you improve diet adherence?
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BCAAs: Pump or Dump?
BCAAs have come under fire in recent years with many questioning their usefulness. What factors need to be considered to make these claims?
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Training Muscle Fiber Types
Researchers and bodybuilders alike have pondered over the years if it’s possible to isolate muscle fiber types with specific training strategies. Is this possible?
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Genetic Potential
Both researchers and bodybuilders alike have theorized about the idea of a “genetic potential.” What factors can influence one’s genetic potential?
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Get Psyched
How do you get psyched up for a big lift? Is there any science behind your method? What are the best ways to get psyched for a lift? Let’s check it out.
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Keto and Post-Workout Nutrition
We often tout the importance of carbohydrates after your workout but what if you’re keto-adapted? Consuming fat after your workout can help replenish muscle glycogen!
Antioxidants and Strength Gains
A common supplement myth is that taking antioxidants after resistance training workouts can improve recovery and gains. Is this actually the case?
Is Training Frequency Muscle Group-Specific?
How often should you workout? Does this depend on what muscle groups you’re training? This study found that muscles in the lower body typically recovered more quickly than upper body muscles.
Warm-ups
Many of the benefits from warming up are derived from simply increasing the temperature of the muscle. This study found that increasing muscle temperature increased the amount of ATP production.
Muscle Activation During Normal Lifts
Studies show that muscle activation during a normal lift reduces throughout the positive portion of the lift. This is due to a few different factors but represents an area of a lift that requires more training.
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.
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Can Essential Amino Acids Help You Burn Fat?
Can essential amino acids help you burn fat? We will explain what EAAs are and how to supplement with them.
Why You Should Fast At Least 12 Hours
Dr. Wilson will discuss why you should fast for at least 12 hours to improve your health and physical recovery.
Top 3 Ways to Increase Testosterone
Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the top 3 science-based ways to increase your testosterone levels naturally.
Increasing Calorie Burn with Post Workout Carbs
Is it possible to increase calorie burn with post-workout carbs? We’ll look at what the science says about timing your carbs.
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!
TRAINING HACKS – Shoulder Pain With Side Laterals? 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 best way to avoid pain and improve side laterals.
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