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Calories and Energy Balance
Are all calories equal? Is calories in vs calories out the most important component of a diet for weight loss? Let’s see what the science says about these hot-button issues.
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Micronutrients
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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Nutrient Timing
Protein and carbohydrate timing can be unique strategies for boosting growth – or can they? Let’s dive in and see how important nutrient timing is for gains.
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Get Psyched
How do you get psyched up for a big lift? Is there any science behind your method? What are the best ways to get psyched for a lift? Let’s check it out.
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Training to Failure
We’ve all heard the classic mantra, “No pain, no gain.” Is this really true? Do you really have to train to failure and cripple yourself to make gains?
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Writing your own Program Part 1
Writing a solid training program is one of the most nuanced tasks in the fitness field. How can you go about creating your own program? We’ll get into the nitty gritty in this series.
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High Protein Diets
High protein consumption of 28.g/kg as opposed to lower intake can lead to increased gains in lean muscle mass
Alcohol Consumption and Gains
Bodybuilders typically eschew alcohol for the fear of losing muscle or gaining fat. Are these concerns warranted, or is there more than meets the eye?
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?
Hydration
How important is hydration when it comes to muscle growth? This study found that dehydration significantly reduced insulin sensitivity which can impair gains.
How to Carb Cycle
Summary: There’s a few different methods of carb cycling, but most of them are designed to optimize performance in endurance athletes. Since bodybuilders or powerlifters
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?
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How to Implement Autoregulation Into Your Training
What is Autoregulation? Bodybuilders and athletes often follow set programs. Or should you learn to listen to your body?
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #042: The Difference Between Training Men and Women
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the differences of training men vs women and their strengths and weaknesses
Should You Take Melatonin?
In this video Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the pros and cons of supplementing with melatonin and whether there’s an advantage to using this product.
3 Reasons Why Your Abs Aren’t Fully Developed
Dr. Wilson will go over the top 3 reasons why your abs aren’t fully developed. We will go over hacks to optimize ab development
Will a Cheat Day Boost My Metabolism?
How often have you heard that a cheat meal will improve your metabolism? In this video, I will go over the pros and cons of having a cheat meal or cheat day.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #048: Hamstring Training
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live, we will go over the anatomy and how to train your hamstrings to achieve the best results
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