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Squats vs. Hip Thrusts
The bodybuilding community has rallied around the squat and hip thrust for glute development, but which exercise is better? New research may have the answer.
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What Causes Growth?
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.
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Micronutrients
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.
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Alcohol and Gains
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?
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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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Protein Intake and Bodybuilders
Most current scientific reviews state that the optimal protein intake for maximizing muscle gain is well below what many bodybuilders consume. Is this true?
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Mind-Muscle Connection and Muscle Activation
This study found that concentrating on specific muscle groups using the, “mind-muscle connection” can increase muscle activation during resistance training.
Lifting Belts
Summary Powerlifters and bodybuilders often use lifting belts to prevent injury and improve performance (Finnie et al., 2003). While lower back protection is murky (read
Squats and Knee Health
Many health practitioners believe that squats, especially deep squats, are bad for your knees? Is this really the case? What does the science say?
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.
Stress and Energy Balance
Losing weight can be a difficult process, but many find that the stress of daily life makes it more difficult. Why is this the case?
Inadequate Protein
While the anabolic window is much wider than initially thought, it’s still important to get protein after your workout to start the recovery process. How much do you need?
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How Do I Limit Gaining Fat on a Bulk?
How do I limit gaining fat on a bulk? Dr. Wilson will explore intermittent fasting, fasted cardio, and calorie cycling.
Low Carb Protein Bars
Dr. Wilson will discuss how you can tell if low-carb protein bars are truly low carb, and what ingredients to look for.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #008: Strength Training for Mass Gains
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss strength training for mass gains, in particular, powerlifting
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #024: Satiety Part 2 (Psychological)
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss psychological satiety and how to control your appetite more effectively
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #048: Hamstring Training
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live, we will go over the anatomy and how to train your hamstrings to achieve the best results
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #034: Can You Grow New Muscle Fibers? (Hyperplasia)
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live, we will go over Hyperplasia, or the act of growing new muscle fibers. Is it possible?
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