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Genetics and Elite Athletes
There are many biological traits that separate the elite athlete and/or bodybuilder from the average Joe. What are these traits? Can you train them?
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Deadlifts on Back Day?
A current argument in the field exists as to whether or not the deadlift is a good back exercise. Do we have scientific evidence to support either side of this qualm?
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Carb Cycling
Carb cycling is a popular stategy employed by athletes and bodybuilders in an attempt to improve exercise adaptations and body composition. Does it work?
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Meal Frequency
Many in the fitness community believe that increasing meal frequency can boost metabolic rate and improve body composition. What does the science say?
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The Courtroom of Gains
Many have described the gym and its constituents as a courtroom. How accurate is that analogy? Let’s take a look at an interesting case and find out.
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Hormesis
Fitness professionals often tout the importance of a well-rounded training plan – one that includes optimal rest, nutrition, and training. Why is this the case?
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Volume Variations for Periodization
Periodization is simply the process of planning variation into your training. One of the most important training variables to vary is volume. How should you vary your volume?
GABA
Many bodybuilders use GABA to improve their sleep quality. While this may not always be an effective use, GABA has been shown to increase growth hormone production overnight.
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.
Chromium Picolinate
Chromium is often touted as a fat loss supplement but the scientific evidence seems to suggest otherwise. Chromium isn’t your best bet for improving body composition.
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?
How Often Should You Eat?
Meal frequency doesn’t appear to have a significant effect on body composition, but there is an optimal frequency for optimizing protein synthesis throughout the day.
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Are Macros All That Matter? The “If It Fits Your Macros” Mentality
Are macros all that matter? Does “if it fits your macros” have a place in bodybuilding? Or does food quality matter?
Differences in Training Men Vs. Women
Should there be a difference in training for men and women? In this video, I’ll go over truths and myths that will prove or dispel some misconceptions on this subject.
How to Add Variety to Any Given Exercise
If your gains are slow, the problem might not be how hard you’re training, but how you’re training. Learn to add variety to any exercise.
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?
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!
Top 3 Ways to Increase Training Frequency
Dr. Jacob Wilson will discuss the top 3 research-based ways to increase training frequency so you can increase your gains.
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