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Training Muscle Fiber Types
Researchers and bodybuilders alike have pondered over the years if it’s possible to isolate muscle fiber types with specific training strategies. Is this possible?
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Hypertrophy vs. Hyperplasia
We know that muscles grow through a process called hypertrophy. However, another potential process, called hyperplasia, may exist. What’s the difference?
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Periodization in Bodybuilding
Periodization is a common buzzword in the fitness industry but the word itself is often misunderstood and the theories are misused. How does it work in bodybuilding?
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Calf Training 101
The calves consistently seem to be the most stubborn muscle group when it comes to muscle growth. What’s the best way to go about training the calves?
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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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A Tale of Three Bodybuilders
There’s many different pathways one can take when attempting to achieve bodybuilding glory. Let’s examine three such of these paths and how they eventually converge.
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Stretching Hurts Performance?
Many athletes and recreational trainers use static stretching as their pre-workout warm up. Is this the best practice to prepare for sports or lifting?
Sleep Deprivation and Fat Loss
If you’re trying to lose fat, focusing on diet and exercise are incredibly important. However, you can’t neglect the importance of sleep. This study found the mild sleep deprivation significantly reduced fat loss during a diet.
Exercise Order
One variable in training program design is the order of exercises that you use in your workouts. Why is this variable important?
Calorie Cycling
One of the issues with consuming a calorie-restricted diet is that it can cause your metabolism to slow down. This study found that calorie cycling negated this effect.
D-Aspartic Acid
D-aspartic acid is often marketed as a natural testosterone booster but the reality is that this effect has not been shown in research. One study did find positive effects in older men.
HIIT
Steady-state cardio can interfere with muscle growth, but high-intensity interval training may be a better bet for the bodybuilder looking to stay healthy while maximizing growth.
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Top 3 Ways to Increase Thick Dense Muscle
Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the top 3 research-based ways for bodybuilders to increase thick, dense muscle.
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #024: Satiety Part 2 (Psychological)
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss psychological satiety and how to control your appetite more effectively
The Truth About Anabolic Steroids
Here’s the truth about anabolic steroids. Dr. Jacob Wilson discusses what they are and their uses and downsides in bodybuilding.
Top 3 Ways To Add Pounds of Muscle Fast!
In this video, Dr. Jacob Wilson gives the top 3 research-based ways for bodybuilders to add pounds of muscle fast!
What Should I Have Post-Workout?
The post-workout period is a time in which practitioners often recommend to consume food. What exactly should you have?
What can we Learn from CrossFit?
What can we learn from crossfit? Bodybuilding and crossfit seem to have very little in common on the surface. Let’s find some common ground.
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