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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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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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[Some] Physics of Bodybuilding
Biomechanics and physics don’t always seem like the most interesting or useful topics for bodybuilders, but what are some ways we can use this knowledge?
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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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Plant vs. Animal Protein
The argument of plant vs. animal protein contains many factors but our focus here is on just one: how do they affect muscle growth? Let’s check it out.
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Training at Home
Training at home probably isn’t quite as effective as training at the gym. How can you adjust your program to continue to make progress with little or no equipment?
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Training While Sick
Everyone gets sick at one point or another, but unfortunately, training too hard while you’re sick can easily lead to overtraining. Follow these tips to
Creatine Monohydrate
Creatine monohydrate is probably the most effective supplement for individuals looking to make gains in muscle size and/or strength. How much should you take to optimize this effect?
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.
Triceps Exercise Variations
Using multiple exercises is necessary to train virtually every muscle group in the body. This study found that specific exercises were able to target specific heads ot the triceps.
Improving Floor Weakness in the Deadlift
Some lifters experience difficulty pulling from the floor during the deadlift. Mobility work may be necessary for beginners, but advanced lifters need specific training to overcome this.
Food Before Bed?
Many believe that eating before bed can disrupt sleep and decrease overall sleep quality. However, multiple studies have found that eating before bed can decrease the amount of time it takes to fall asleep.
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Is the Mind-Muscle Connection Real?
Bodybuilders often recommend using the mind-muscle connection to improve muscle activation. Does this practice actually work?
3 Reasons Why Your Delts Aren’t Developed
Dr. Wilson will discuss the top 3 reasons your delts aren’t fully developed and discuss techniques to add size to your shoulders.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #052: Muscle Contractions
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will be discussing the different types of muscle contractions
HIIT vs Sprint Intervals. WHICH IS BETTER FOR FAT LOSS?
In today’s video, we will discuss HIIT vs Sprint Intervals. Which is better for fat loss?
People often use the excuse that they don’t have enough to do cardio. These two versions of cardio will get you burning fat and building muscle without taking too much time to complete.
See which version works better for you and add it to your training protocol!
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #033: The Importance of Sleep
In this video, we’ll be talking about the importance of sleep for recover and muscle growth. We will also be answering viewer questions
What Are the Differences Between Training Beginners and Veterans?
What are the differences between training beginner and veteran bodybuilders? We will go over training, periodization, and nutrition needs.
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