
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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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.

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.

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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How different are men and women when considering exercise performance and training adaptations? Let’s dive into what the science says about this topic.

Most current scientific reviews state that the optimal protein intake for maximizing muscle gain is well below what many bodybuilders consume. Is this true?

This study found that concentrating on specific muscle groups using the, “mind-muscle connection” can increase muscle activation during resistance training.

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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.

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?

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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Dr. Wilson will discuss how you can tell if low-carb protein bars are truly low carb, and what ingredients to look for.

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In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss psychological satiety and how to control your appetite more effectively

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