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Fasted Training
Many bodybuilders perform fasted cardio or fasted training in an attempt to burn more fat as fuel. Is this the best practice for getting shredded?
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Gender Differences in Training
How different are men and women when considering exercise performance and training adaptations? Let’s dive into what the science says about this topic.
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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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[Some] Physics of Bodybuilding
Biomechanics and physics don’t always seem like the most interesting or useful topics for bodybuilders, but what are some ways we can use this knowledge?
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Range of Motion and Growth
Many often advocate for using a full range of motion when lifting weights. How important is this? Does science agree with this advice, or is there more to 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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Sodium
Sodium is the most important mineral for the training athlete or bodybuilder. Significant amounts of sodium are lost through sweat which means that sodium intake needs to be monitored to offset this loss.
Calories for Bulking
Bulking season is a popular time for bodybuilders in which gaining muscle is the main goal. How much do you need to eat when bulking?
Whey vs Soy Protein
This study found that whey protein caused a greater increase in muscle protein synthesis than soy protein, especially after exercise. However, soy is still a
Stress and Energy Balance
Losing weight can be a difficult process, but many find that the stress of daily life makes it more difficult. Why is this the case?
Pre-Workout Carbohydrate
If you’re training for endurance or usually train longer than an hour at a time you might get some benefit out of consuming carbohydrates before your workout.
Food Quality and Energy Balance
We often hear that energy balance is simply the difference between calories in and calories out. Is it really that simple?
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What Are the Differences Between Training Beginners and Veterans?
What are the differences between training beginner and veteran bodybuilders? We will go over training, periodization, and nutrition needs.
Cardiovascular Health In Bodybuilding – Cardio Age
In this video we will discuss What is cardio age? and why is it important for general muscle building and your general health.
The Truth About Human Growth Hormone
The truth about Human Growth Hormone. We will discuss what it is and it’s uses and downsides in bodybuilding.
Ketogenic Diet and Thyroid Hormone
https://youtu.be/meqbdCTJqao Not many topics cause more division in the fitness industry than a ketogenic diet. Despite this back-and-forth, a lot of athletes LOVE it! Whether it
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
How Many Calories Do You Need to Add Size?
How many calories do you need to add size? What is the ideal calorie intake for the skinny guy packing muscle, or the aspiring mass monster?
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