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Deloads
Most strength training experts recommend taking the occasional deload, however, the exact method of deloading is rather murky. What should we know about deloads?
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Nutrition Inconvenience
Most folks know that just about any diet plan can support your goals. However, that sentiment is based on diet adherence; how can you improve diet adherence?
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Exercise Variation
Attitudes towards exercise variations in the bodybuilding community are pretty split – some swear by variation while others decry its importance. What’s the science say?
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The Lunchbox
Sometimes you get in a training or motivation rut and need a quick pick-me-up to get you going again. This is that pick-me-up. Watch the tagged video for best results.
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Muscle Memory
Muscle memory is an often misused phrase when considering various skills and exercise training. Let’s dig into what muscle memory truly is.
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Writing your own Program Part 4
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.
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Sleep Deprivation and Gains
Professionals often harp on the importance of nutrition and training when trying to build muscle. However, sleep is just as important.
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!
Lifting Tempo
Many trainers and coaches advocate for tempo training but this review found that lifting tempo has no effect on muscle growth or strength. In fact, slow tempos may actually impair gains.
Protein and Sleep
This study found that consuming a high protein diet lead to fewer waking episodes during a night’s sleep. This can be a helpful tool to improve sleep!
Whey vs Meat Protein
Our lab examined the effects of supplementing with whey or meat-based proteins over an 8-week training protocol. Whey and beef protein produced similar gains in
Improving Floor Weakness in the Deadlift
Some lifters experience difficulty pulling from the floor during the deadlift. Mobility work may be necessary for beginners, but advanced lifters need specific training to overcome this.
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The Muscle PhD Academy Live #049: Overcoming Genetic Limitations
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss the possibility of overcoming your genetic limitations and we’ll be answering community questions
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #041: We Answer Your Questions
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will go through our frequently asked questions from our community and answer them
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH IN BODYBUILDING – Tribute to those we lost in the sport
In this video we will discuss the importance of cardiovascular training in bodybuilding. and pay tribute to those we lost in the sport
The Muscle PhD Academy Live #043: Are BCAA’s Worth Taking?
In this episode of the Muscle PhD Live Academy we will discuss if BCAAs are worth taking and what their effects are
3 Reasons Why Your Pecs Aren’t Developed
Dr. Wilson will discuss the top 3 reasons your pecs aren’t fully developed. These are the techniques you need to optimize chest hypertrophy.
Should You Carbohydrate Cycle?
Should you carbohydrate cycle? Is this the key to unlocking your bodybuilding potential and become a cheat code for getting shredded?
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