
Deadlifts on Back Day?
A current argument in the field exists as to whether or not the deadlift is a good back exercise. Do we have scientific evidence to support either side of this qualm?
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A current argument in the field exists as to whether or not the deadlift is a good back exercise. Do we have scientific evidence to support either side of this qualm?

Many have described the gym and its constituents as a courtroom. How accurate is that analogy? Let’s take a look at an interesting case and find out.

Have you ever gone “beast mode” in the gym? Let’s think about that for a second – how beastly are you? Let’s compare ourselves to the animal kingdom and see how we stack up.

Most folks know that just about any diet plan can support your goals. However, that sentiment is based on diet adherence; how can you improve diet adherence?

Training Intensity can be a confusing topic for many lifters. What is it and how do you plan it? The 3% Rule offers plenty of guidance for these questions.

The debate about knee safety during the squat has raged over the past few decades. Let’s dig into what the science says about squats and knee health.

Deer Antler Velvet has been proposed to interact with various anabolic hormones in the body but that effect has not been seen in research. Evidence remains inconclusive.

Forced reps is a unique intensification method in which you need a partner to help you squeeze out those last few reps. This study found that forced reps resulted in a greater growth hormone response than normal reps.

Sometimes the best thing you can do to promote growth is to take some time off from the gym. This study found that trained athletes experienced significant muscle growth during a deload.

Many lifters have a deadlift sticking point around the point of the lift where the bar is passing the knees. Specific exercises can be used to overcome this weakness and improve your deadlift.

How important is hydration when it comes to muscle growth? This study found that dehydration significantly reduced insulin sensitivity which can impair gains.

This study confirmed the classic theory that wide stance squats will target the outer quad and glutes more while narrow stance squats emphasize the inner quads more.
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Dr. Jacob Wilson will go over the top 3 research-based ways that bodybuilders can use to become more vascular.

How to prevent fat gain post bodybuilding contest? What are the best techniques to avoid gaining fat after a long cut?

In this video we will discuss the truth about reverse dieting and how to properly get back to maintenance calories after a cut

Dr. Jacob Wilson digs into the research to discover the top three ways to spike your metabolism using food.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss accommodating resistance and we’ll be answering community questions

In this video we will discuss the importance of cardiovascular training in bodybuilding. and pay tribute to those we lost in the sport
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