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Periodization in Bodybuilding
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?
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Training to Failure
We’ve all heard the classic mantra, “No pain, no gain.” Is this really true? Do you really have to train to failure and cripple yourself to make gains?
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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.
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Gender Differences in Training
How different are men and women when considering exercise performance and training adaptations? Let’s dive into what the science says about this topic.
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Lats in the Bench Press
Many in the fitness and lifting communities have claimed that the lats are important for bench press performance. Is this true, or do we need to dig deeper?
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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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Can Stretching Prevent Injuries?
Many believe that stretching before your workout can help prevent injuries but virtually no research supports this theory.
Sleep Deprivation and Fat Loss
If you’re trying to lose fat, focusing on diet and exercise are incredibly important. However, you can’t neglect the importance of sleep. This study found the mild sleep deprivation significantly reduced fat loss during a diet.
Lifting Belts
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.
Sleep and Fat Loss
People often focus on diet and exercise when trying to lose fat but it appears that optimizing sleep is equally as important. This study found that individuals who slept longer lost more weight as fat.
Alcohol Consumption
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.
Sleep and White Noise
Improving sleep quality is an important factor in the recovery process for athletes and bodybuilders. This study found that using white noise strategies significantly improved sleep quality.
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The Muscle PhD Academy Live #018: Glute Training Part 1
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the most effective glute training methods to help you achieve your glute goals
Is the Mind-Muscle Connection Real?
Bodybuilders often recommend using the mind-muscle connection to improve muscle activation. Does this practice actually work?
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #047: Pre-Workout Nutrition
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss pre workout nutrition. What should you eat and supplement with pre workout
TRAINING HACKS – Better Dumbbell Rows? 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 Drag Row.
Gaining Muscle on a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet?
Can you gain muscle on a vegetarian or vegan diet? We will go over studies to show whether or not plant-based diets will help your gains.
Cardiovascular Health In Bodybuilding – Calculating your Vo2Max
In today’s video, we will discuss ways to calculate your Vo2Max.Vo2Max is the maximum rate of oxygen consumption measured during incremental exercise; that is, exercise of increasing intensity. Why is this important for strength athletes and bodybuilders?
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