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Are bands and chains just a cool-looking gimmick, or are they actually effective in improving strength gains? Let’s see what the science says and how to use this info.
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Are bands and chains just a cool-looking gimmick, or are they actually effective in improving strength gains? Let’s see what the science says and how to use this info.

Are all calories equal? Is calories in vs calories out the most important component of a diet for weight loss? Let’s see what the science says about these hot-button issues.

Many often tout the importance of proper vitamin and mineral intake in bodybuilders, but how important are micronutrients for gains? Let’s see what the science says.

In this piece we cover the latest science on the determinants of muscle hypertrophy and how you can apply this information in your own training.

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

There are many biological traits that separate the elite athlete and/or bodybuilder from the average Joe. What are these traits? Can you train them?

A common supplement myth is that taking antioxidants after resistance training workouts can improve recovery and gains. Is this actually the case?

If your goal is to deadlift as much as possible, one way to improve your deadlift is by ensuring that you’re using the right stance for your individual anthropometrics.

Visually it’s pretty easy to see that barbell and trap bar deadlifts differ. What are the key biomechanical differences? Can these affect growth?

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.

Bodybuilders often stress the importance of using the mind-muscle connection in training. Studies have shown this to increase activation, but does that impact growth?

ZMA is a popular sports and bodybuilding supplement that athletes use for different reasons. ZMA may slightly increase natural testosterone production and may improve sleep.
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In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss 2 a day training and we’ll be answering community questions

How should you balance life vs. training? Is balance the key? What does balance in life mean? Is there a way to keep things in harmony?

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the differences of training men vs women and their strengths and weaknesses

https://youtu.be/meqbdCTJqao Not many topics cause more division in the fitness industry than a ketogenic diet. Despite this back-and-forth, a lot of athletes LOVE it! Whether it

In this video we will discuss the importance of cardiovascular training in bodybuilding. and pay tribute to those we lost in the sport

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