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What I’d do Differently
Today’s fitness enthusiasts have little direction when it comes to long-term training programs. However, a roundtable discussion with gym veterans can offer some clues.
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Genetic Potential
Both researchers and bodybuilders alike have theorized about the idea of a “genetic potential.” What factors can influence one’s genetic potential?
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Muscle Memory
Muscle memory is an often misused phrase when considering various skills and exercise training. Let’s dig into what muscle memory truly is.
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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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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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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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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.
Intraworkout Protein
Professionals typically recommend consuming protein following training, however, some studies show a benefit to intraworkout protein consumption. What’s the deal?
Modalities and Blood Flow
Modalities are tools used to improve recovery from training or injuries. Any modality that increases blood flow to previously trained muscles can promote recovery.
Adductors vs. Hamstrings in the Squat
Fitness enthusiasts and practitioners often state that the hamstrings are highly active in the squat. Is this the case? Do squats develop the hamstrings?
High Protein Diets
The current recommended protein intake for athletes more than likely isn’t enough protein for the bodybuilder trying to maximize muscle growth. Some studies are showing greater gains with higher protein intakes.
Biceps Variations
Is there a reason that many bodybuilders use multiple exercises to train the biceps? Yes! Studies show that biceps activation can differ between exercises at specific joint angles.
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TRAINING HACKS – Want That Upper Chest Shelf? Try This!!!
This week we are going to start with this tip. When you think of training the upper chest, the main go-to is incline press. The reverse grip bench press has been shown to greatly increase activation of the upper chest.
Why Is Protein Distribution So Important?
Today we will discuss why protein distribution is so important and how you should distribute your protein consumption through the day.
TRAINING HACKS – No Preacher Curl? No Problem
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 preacher curl. For some reason, not all gyms have them. So here’s a way to get around that.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #039: Mechanisms of Muscle Growth
Dr. Jacob Wilson will go over the mechanisms of muscle growth and answer your questions in this episode of The Muscle PhD Live
The Science of Classic Bodybuilding – Constant Tension Practical Application
This week, we’ll take last week’s topic of constant tension and show you some practical applications to this very powerful tool that can build a great physique without the stress on the joints that traditional heavy weight training has.
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
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