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The 3% Rule
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.
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Does Size = Strength?
Many folks ask the age-old question – is a bigger muscle a stronger muscle? In this piece we dive into the nitty gritty science of getting stronger in order to find out.
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Progressive Overload
Just about every bodybuilder knows the importance of progressive overload, but what exactly is progressive overload? How can you plan and achieve it?
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Alcohol and Gains
Most bodybuilders and athletes would probably like to have a social life, too. Can alcohol intake impair gains? Is there applicable knowledge on this subject?
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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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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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Bench Tip #1
Studies show that force production and muscle activation decrease during the second half of the press during the bench press. How does this impact max bench performance?
Macros and Cutting
Creating a calorie deficit is important for a successful cut. How should you go about creating this deficit?
Sleep and Fat Loss
This study found that subjects who slept 8.5-hours per night lost more weight as fat compared to subjects who slept 5.5-hours per night when both groups consumed the same diet.
L-Citrulline
L-Citrulline is one of the most common nitric oxide boosters used in pre-workout formulas. L-Citrulline has been shown to increase exercise performance in multiple studies.
Sleep is Anabolic
Sleep is incredibly important for workout recovery, and one of the reasons why may be the increase in anabolic hormones during sleep. This study found that the better the sleep, the greater the anabolic hormone concentration.
Hydration
How important is hydration when it comes to muscle growth? This study found that dehydration significantly reduced insulin sensitivity which can impair gains.
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The Muscle PhD Academy Live #014: Best Alternative to Keto
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss what the best alternative to a ketogenic diet is
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #046: Do You Want To Grow?
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live, we’ll go over ways to help you attain your bodybuilding goals and help you grow.
All About L-Carnitine
Dr. Wilson will discuss what L-carnitine is, how to properly use it, and if it should have a place in your supplement list.
What Is a Ketogenic Diet?
What is a ketogenic diet? Dr. Wilson will explain the ketogenic diet and how you can apply it to your bodybuilding goals.
How Do You Get a Bigger Biceps Peak?
How do you get a bigger biceps peak? What are the best ways of targeting the brachialis for overall arm development?
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #008: Strength Training for Mass Gains
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss strength training for mass gains, in particular, powerlifting
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