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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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Accommodating Resistance
Are bands and chains just a cool-looking gimmick, or are they actually effective in improving strength gains? Let’s see what the science says and how to use this info.
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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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Are Deadlifts Dangerous?
Many in the field claim that deadlifts are an inherently dangerous exercise. Is this claim supported by science? Or is something else going on?
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Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting
While the end-game differences between bodybuilding and powerlifting are well-known, how does this affect training and nutrition for each sport?
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The Courtroom of Gains
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.
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Muscle Damage and Growth
Muscle damage and soreness has often been associated with muscle growth. However, more current research seems to point towards the contrary.
Wide vs Narrow Stance Squats
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.
Is Frequency Gender-Specific?
Is there a difference in how often men can train vs. women? This study found that men were able to recover from exercise more quickly than women which might mean that frequency is gender-specific.
Squats vs Front Squats
Bodybuilders will often use front squats and back squats interchangeably in their training and this study supports that practice. Front squats cause similar levels of quad activation and require less weight to do so.
Stretching and Performance
Many people add static stretching to their warm-up routine, but is this the best idea? Studies show that stretching before your workout can impair both strength and muscle activation.
Protein and Sleep
Good news for most bodybuilders, this study found that consuming a diet high in protein improved sleep quality. Sleep is incredibly important for gains so bodybuilders looking to maximize sleep should ensure proper protein intake.
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The Truth About Reverse Dieting
In this video we will discuss the truth about reverse dieting and how to properly get back to maintenance calories after a cut
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #061: Accommodating Resistance
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss accommodating resistance and we’ll be answering community questions
Can You Gain Muscle on a Ketogenic Diet?
Can you gain muscle on a ketogenic diet? Will cutting your carbs hurt your bodybuilding goals? Let’s discuss how to optimize keto for gains.
Exogenous Ketones and Bodybuilding
Exogenous ketones in bodybuilding. Are they the perfect preworkout to add to your arsenal? or are they a waste of money?
Do you Need to Train to Failure to Make Gains?
Do you need to train to failure to make gains? Will taking all your sets to failure be an advantage or detriment to your training goals?
When Do I Use Intensification Methods?
When should you use intensification methods? When in your set or in your program should you include these techniques to maximize your gains?
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