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Pain Killers and Gains
Many lifters take NSAIDs or pain killers to alleviate muscle soreness following intense training. Is this the best practice for promoting recovery and gains?
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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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BCAAs: Pump or Dump?
BCAAs have come under fire in recent years with many questioning their usefulness. What factors need to be considered to make these claims?
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Bodybuilding Mishaps
Bodybuilding can often be a trial-and-error sport but, unfortunately, many people spend more time making errors than progress. How can you fix that?
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Muscle Science: A History
Over the years, science has developed a greater understanding of muscle contractions and function. However, some key aspects have always perplexed scientists until recently.
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Sleep and Bodybuilding
Sleep can be a hot topic for many as it’s nearly impossible to get proper sleep in today’s world. How can missing out on sleep affect muscle growth?
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Resistance Training and Metabolism
Many are interested in increasing their metabolism and lifting weights is a great way to do so. Metabolism can be elevated for more than a day following an intense training session.
Antioxidants and Strength Gains
A common supplement myth is that taking antioxidants after resistance training workouts can improve recovery and gains. Is this actually the case?
The Tripod Foot
Many lifters focus on maintaining their body weight on their heels while they squat. This is a good method for beginners, but for optimum performance, you need to utilize the tripod foot.
Isolating the Brachioradialis
Achieving optimal arm aesthetics requires development of all the elbow flexor muscles, not just the biceps. How can we train the brachioradialis?
Muscle Activation During Normal Lifts
Studies show that muscle activation during a normal lift reduces throughout the positive portion of the lift. This is due to a few different factors but represents an area of a lift that requires more training.
Keto and Post-Workout Nutrition
We often tout the importance of carbohydrates after your workout but what if you’re keto-adapted? Consuming fat after your workout can help replenish muscle glycogen!
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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 Are Net Carbs?
What are net carbs? Why this is something vital to know when you are trying to maintain a low-carb or ketogenic diet.
Which Form of Cardio Works Best?
Which form of cardio works best? We look at low, moderate, and high-intensity cardio. Is one form superior to the others for bodybuilders?
How Do You Make Your Calves Grow?
How do you make your calves grow? Some say that either we were born with great calves, or we’re cursed with chicken legs.
Metabolic Flexibility
Metabolic Flexibility. Can you undergo just about any diet and maintain body composition? Or do you struggle with certain macronutrients?
3 Reasons Why Your Biceps Aren’t Growing
Dr. Wilson will discuss the top 3 reasons your biceps aren’t growing as well as techniques to help you reach your biceps goals.
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