
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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The most comprehensive bodybuilding and exercise science course that’s designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a versatile coach, capable of training individuals from all backgrounds and enabling you to establish a thriving business of your own.

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.

Time Under Tension has become a massive catchphrase in the fitness community. Is it really the most important variable for maximizing growth?

BCAAs have come under fire in recent years with many questioning their usefulness. What factors need to be considered to make these claims?

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.

Most current scientific reviews state that the optimal protein intake for maximizing muscle gain is well below what many bodybuilders consume. Is this true?

Muscle memory is an often misused phrase when considering various skills and exercise training. Let’s dig into what muscle memory truly is.

Experts used to recommend consuming protein ASAP after your workout, however, that recommendation has died out. Did we jump the gun on phasing it out?

This study found that subjects were able to make similar gains in muscle size when using light loads vs heavy loads. The caveat is that sets must be taken close to failure for this effect to occur.

One way to improve your squat performance is by using a weightlifting belt. A good belt can help increase power production and won’t lower core activation like many people think.

Many in the fitness community think that performing steady state cardio will reduce your resting metabolism. However, this study found that not to be the case!

How important is hydration when it comes to muscle growth? This study found that dehydration significantly reduced insulin sensitivity which can impair gains.

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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In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live we will go over ways to manipulate your calories to maximize fat loss

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss Accommodating Resistance and how it can maximize your gains

Dr. Jacob Wilson talks about the top 3 research-based ways to avoid the keto flu and adjust to keto faster.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Academy Live we will discuss training for hockey and we’ll be answering community questions

Can essential amino acids help you burn fat? We will explain what EAAs are and how to supplement with them.
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