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

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

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.

This is a story about a fellow named Pete. Pete is none of us, and Pete is all of us, so let’s follow his journey into the world of bodybuilding.

Many teachers lecture on the various biomechanical properties of muscle but rarely mention how these properties can affect growth. Let’s check it out.

Many in the fitness community believe that increasing meal frequency can boost metabolic rate and improve body composition. What does the science say?

Broscience is a term we often hear thrown around, but what does it actually mean? How is a broscientist different from an evidence-based practitioner? Let’s discuss.

The most current literature behind muscle growth supports the theory that mechanical tension is the main driver of muscle growth. What is mechanical tension and how can you optimize it?

This study confirmed the classic bodybuilding theory that wide stance squats activate the glutes more while narrow stance squats target the quads.

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.

Whey protein is usually considered the best form of supplemental protein. The problem is that many whey formulations contain ingredients that some individuals are allergic

Foam rolling is a bit of a buzzword in the fitness world as not many understand what it does or how it works. This study found that foam rolling can improve recovery by increasing plasma nitric oxide.

Beta-alanine is a popular ingredient in many pre-workout formulations – and for good reason. Beta-alanine has been shown to improve endurance and increase repetitions to failure during strength training.
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In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the effectiveness of multivitamins and their role in muscle building

Will power training make you grow? How do you employ techniques to increase your power output to maximize growth?

In part 2 of this series, Dr. Jacob Wilson will go over the best ways to gain muscle and lose fat through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Dr. Wilson will discuss what L-carnitine is, how to properly use it, and if it should have a place in your supplement list.

In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss mechanical satiety and what are the best ways to feel sated

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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