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Time stamps: 0:00 - How many sets should you do?2:01 - Research can't definitively answer this.4:40 - Quality of sets influences quantity needed.7:41 - Higher volume and lower volume both work.9:00 - Your future self may differ.10:20 - Start on the lower end of volume.12:02 - Assess progress through various metrics.15:03 - Quality training requires self-awareness.
Time stamps: 0:00 - Introduction to long muscle length training2:10 - The concept of the stretch Panacea3:54 - Importance of training short positions5:39 - Stretch positions yield more muscle growth8:01 - Connective tissues adapt slower than muscles10:21 - Balanced approach prevents joint stress12:12 - Consider the whole body in training14:00 - Training both ends of muscle motion15:11 - Specific muscular bias in training19:03 - Consider exercise stability in selection20:35 - Importance of exercise practicality emphasized22:13 - Blend exercises for sustainable training24:01 - Five criteria for exercise selection explained
Time stamps: 0:00 - Introduction to Progressive overload 1:12 - Definition of Progressive overload 2:37 - Common misconceptions about Progressive overload 7:40 - Importance of stimulus over load 9:34 - Importance of intended goals in training 11:01 - Mastering current load before adding more 12:40 - Standardizing load for clear progression tracking
Time stamps: 0:13 - Discussing elbow pain and its complexities2:07 - Conceptualizing pain as a stress bucket4:50 - Overflowing the bucket leads to pain signals7:30 - Understanding elbow joint mechanics9:13 - Importance of loading direction10:50 - Avoiding improper resistance in exercises13:26 - Understanding the skull crusher exercise15:02 - Experimenting with elbow movement16:40 - Benefits of cable curls for elbow health18:21 - Prioritizing free moving implements in training20:01 - Pronation and supination explained22:14 - Impact of fixed implements on elbow pain27:11 - Prioritizing comfort over specific muscle lengths30:11 - Importance of taking breaks for recovery32:01 - Balancing joint health and muscle training
Time stamps: 0:19 - Introduction to exercise selection2:24 - Misinterpretation of research outcomes4:06 - Gaps in muscle growth research7:00 - Influence of social media on fitness content9:32 - Examples of leg extension variations12:00 - Balancing exercise selection for muscle growth18:20 - Principles of stress distribution in training20:31 - Investigating calf raise variations22:20 - Muscle length and loading principles27:02 - Sustainability in bodybuilding training28:54 - Theoretical addition hypertrophy explained30:44 - Importance of comfort in exercise selection32:46 - Secondary joint stress during calf raises34:54 - Creating a hierarchy for exercise selection38:09 - Importance of splitting sets across days40:00 - Practical constraints in program writing47:09 - Testing training principles with evidence49:20 - Factors influencing calf training choices54:51 - Enjoyment in training over physical changes
This is an episode I did as an interviewee with the gents over at the Hyperformance Podcast. Hope you all enjoy.
Exercise Library Holiday Sale: https://www.modernmeathead.com/exerciselibraryTime stamps:0:06 Introduction to prehab concept4:21 Misconceptions about training damage6:05 Discussion on prehabilitation in literature8:47 Starting place for recovery process10:31 Discussing acute vs chronic injuries15:16 Prehabilitation to prevent injuries17:43 Understanding load in training and rehab21:01 Daily activities create adaptations24:11 Good training checks prehab and rehab boxes26:34 Application of modalities in training30:39 Investigating causes of pain and injury34:46 Resistance training misconceptions addressed36:23 Task specificity in bodybuilding explained38:00 Importance of training for specific goals42:45 Understanding discomfort versus injury45:01 Dogma around specific exercises52:24 Pain is a teacher, not a punishment54:34 Challenges in exercise modification56:19 Constant investigation in exercise59:00 Concept of anchoring in exercises1:02:28 Discussing various exercises and loads1:05:00 Reducing discomfort through anchoring
Exercise Library Holiday Sale: https://www.modernmeathead.com/exerciselibraryTime stamps:0:06 Introduction to prehab concept4:21 Misconceptions about training damage6:05 Discussion on prehabilitation in literature8:47 Starting place for recovery process10:31 Discussing acute vs chronic injuries15:16 Prehabilitation to prevent injuries17:43 Understanding load in training and rehab21:01 Daily activities create adaptations24:11 Good training checks prehab and rehab boxes26:34 Application of modalities in training30:39 Investigating causes of pain and injury34:46 Resistance training misconceptions addressed36:23 Task specificity in bodybuilding explained38:00 Importance of training for specific goals42:45 Understanding discomfort versus injury45:01 Dogma around specific exercises52:24 Pain is a teacher, not a punishment54:34 Challenges in exercise modification56:19 Constant investigation in exercise59:00 Concept of anchoring in exercises1:02:28 Discussing various exercises and loads1:05:00 Reducing discomfort through anchoring
This is the video version of the Modern Meathead Experience podcast, which you can also find on any platform you typically listen to podcasts.Time stamps:00:02 - Discussion on training splits begins02:10 - Choosing the right training split04:05 - Defining goals for training07:01 - Importance of total workload in training09:46 - Organizing training blocks over months17:09 - Benefits of a 7-Day training cycle19:24 - Importance of scheduling in bodybuilding21:01 - Adapting training to personal schedules25:01 - Benefits of a 4-day training week28:54 - Overview of training week structure30:58 - Breakdown of Monday's workout routine34:01 - Importance of volume in training sessions38:33 - Upper vs lower pec training strategies40:10 - Organizing training by orthopedic sustainability42:46 - Adapting training to personal goals and preferences47:50 - Importance of training shin muscles51:14 - Creating a wider overall look56:58 - Sustainability in training volume59:01 - Importance of sustainable training practices1:00:36 - Recommended training frequency for muscle groups
This is the video version of the Modern Meathead Experience podcast, which you can also find on any platform you typically listen to podcasts.Time stamps:00:02 - Discussion on training splits begins02:10 - Choosing the right training split04:05 - Defining goals for training07:01 - Importance of total workload in training09:46 - Organizing training blocks over months17:09 - Benefits of a 7-Day training cycle19:24 - Importance of scheduling in bodybuilding21:01 - Adapting training to personal schedules25:01 - Benefits of a 4-day training week28:54 - Overview of training week structure30:58 - Breakdown of Monday's workout routine34:01 - Importance of volume in training sessions38:33 - Upper vs lower pec training strategies40:10 - Organizing training by orthopedic sustainability42:46 - Adapting training to personal goals and preferences47:50 - Importance of training shin muscles51:14 - Creating a wider overall look56:58 - Sustainability in training volume59:01 - Importance of sustainable training practices1:00:36 - Recommended training frequency for muscle groups
Time stamps:00:02 - Leg extensions debated as quad exercise03:26 - Comfort as a variable in exercise choice05:29 - Coordination demands in leg exercises08:00 - Importance of stability in exercises10:36 - Beginners vs advanced trainees in training15:57 - Diminishing returns in muscle growth factors18:10 - Stability improves hypertrophy outcomes20:12 - Load magnitude affects exercise stability23:05 - Bodybuilders prefer machines for effectiveness24:36 - Optimal protein intake recommendations27:30 - Beginners need fewer sets to grow30:55 - More training leads to diminishing returns33:31 - Overcoming sleep issues in training36:06 - Identifying the weakest link in progress39:44 - Synergy between training, nutrition, and recovery41:58 - Importance of addressing exercise constraints43:50 - Fixing dumbbell press asymmetry issues46:57 - Stability and comfort as exercise priorities49:44 - Accumulating volume for better results52:25 - Importance of context in exercise advice55:57 - Adapting exercises for better experiences1:00:02 - Importance of orthopedic health in training1:03:26 - Adjustability in machines enhances sustainability1:06:42 - Rethinking the use of machines in workouts
Time stamps:00:02 - Leg extensions debated as quad exercise03:26 - Comfort as a variable in exercise choice05:29 - Coordination demands in leg exercises08:00 - Importance of stability in exercises10:36 - Beginners vs advanced trainees in training15:57 - Diminishing returns in muscle growth factors18:10 - Stability improves hypertrophy outcomes20:12 - Load magnitude affects exercise stability23:05 - Bodybuilders prefer machines for effectiveness24:36 - Optimal protein intake recommendations27:30 - Beginners need fewer sets to grow30:55 - More training leads to diminishing returns33:31 - Overcoming sleep issues in training36:06 - Identifying the weakest link in progress39:44 - Synergy between training, nutrition, and recovery41:58 - Importance of addressing exercise constraints43:50 - Fixing dumbbell press asymmetry issues46:57 - Stability and comfort as exercise priorities49:44 - Accumulating volume for better results52:25 - Importance of context in exercise advice55:57 - Adapting exercises for better experiences1:00:02 - Importance of orthopedic health in training1:03:26 - Adjustability in machines enhances sustainability1:06:42 - Rethinking the use of machines in workouts
Time stamps:00:09 - Introduction to science-based lifting02:06 - Problems with the term 'science'04:01 - Misunderstanding scientific mindset06:42 - Access to information in fitness09:00 - Rise of exercise science education10:35 - Merging of lifting cultures12:07 - Curiosity as the essence of science14:00 - Consequences of skipping foundational questions16:01 - The paradox of certainty in science18:01 - Relevance of asking the right questions19:33 - Importance of context in conversations22:03 - Communicating the bigger picture effectively25:07 - Fostering curiosity in content creation28:32 - Tools for navigating information space30:04 - Importance of mentorship in learning32:16 - Surrounding yourself with supportive community34:02 - Science is descriptive, not prescriptive36:39 - Importance of questioning recommendations38:46 - Curiosity enhances problem-solving skills
Time stamps:00:09 - Introduction to science-based lifting02:06 - Problems with the term 'science'04:01 - Misunderstanding scientific mindset06:42 - Access to information in fitness09:00 - Rise of exercise science education10:35 - Merging of lifting cultures12:07 - Curiosity as the essence of science14:00 - Consequences of skipping foundational questions16:01 - The paradox of certainty in science18:01 - Relevance of asking the right questions19:33 - Importance of context in conversations22:03 - Communicating the bigger picture effectively25:07 - Fostering curiosity in content creation28:32 - Tools for navigating information space30:04 - Importance of mentorship in learning32:16 - Surrounding yourself with supportive community34:02 - Science is descriptive, not prescriptive36:39 - Importance of questioning recommendations38:46 - Curiosity enhances problem-solving skills
Time stamps:00:03 - Defining training to failure02:00 - Importance of intensity in training06:00 - Understanding adaptation and stress12:24 - Importance of adaptation for results14:01 - Assessing individual training history19:02 - Starting point for training decisions24:16 - Building muscle through intensity and duration29:00 - Fatigue versus stimulus in training36:25 - More is more, less is less framework39:40 - Importance of resistance in training48:40 - Matching resistance with strength for gains50:12 - Matching resistance to muscle strength54:01 - Should you train to failure?1:01:21 - Understanding failure in resistance training1:05:20 - Defining failure in different contexts1:09:20 - The concept of drop sets explained
Time stamps:00:03 - Defining training to failure02:00 - Importance of intensity in training06:00 - Understanding adaptation and stress12:24 - Importance of adaptation for results14:01 - Assessing individual training history19:02 - Starting point for training decisions24:16 - Building muscle through intensity and duration29:00 - Fatigue versus stimulus in training36:25 - More is more, less is less framework39:40 - Importance of resistance in training48:40 - Matching resistance with strength for gains50:12 - Matching resistance to muscle strength54:01 - Should you train to failure?1:01:21 - Understanding failure in resistance training1:05:20 - Defining failure in different contexts1:09:20 - The concept of drop sets explained
Time stamps:00:14 - Introduction 02:58 - Importance of resistance in exercises05:01 - Comparing dumbbell and cable raises09:44 - Flipping resistance direction in exercises12:11 - Understanding resistance in internal/external rotation17:00 - Differences in cable vs. free weight presses19:38 - Body position during exercises22:03 - Introduction to anti-science discussion24:14 - Issues with science-based claims30:36 - Importance of muscle length in training34:02 - Identifying what is truly important38:10 - Balancing expertise with practical implications40:47 - Importance of time investment in research42:55 - Evaluating focus: research vs. coaching44:31 - Understanding content creator motivations50:04 - Core questions for decision-making framework
Time stamps:00:14 - Introduction 02:58 - Importance of resistance in exercises05:01 - Comparing dumbbell and cable raises09:44 - Flipping resistance direction in exercises12:11 - Understanding resistance in internal/external rotation17:00 - Differences in cable vs. free weight presses19:38 - Body position during exercises22:03 - Introduction to anti-science discussion24:14 - Issues with science-based claims30:36 - Importance of muscle length in training34:02 - Identifying what is truly important38:10 - Balancing expertise with practical implications40:47 - Importance of time investment in research42:55 - Evaluating focus: research vs. coaching44:31 - Understanding content creator motivations50:04 - Core questions for decision-making framework
Join the Movement: https://www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:08 - Introduction to the study on exercise fatigue03:54 - Discussion on injury and recovery demands06:12 - Ethan's thoughts on fatigue and outcomes08:49 - Discussion on training with low vs high reps10:32 - Common rep ranges for hypertrophy training12:14 - Misconceptions about protein digestion limits15:01 - Specificity in recovery assessments explained17:32 - Questions about study subjects discussed21:00 - Importance of training specificity emphasized24:00 - Confusion over volume load matching clarified26:25 - Importance of investigating training methods28:00 - Personal experiences with rep ranges30:11 - Observations on training intensity33:44 - Discussion on fatigue and training outcomes36:39 - Practical considerations for rep ranges39:01 - Training to failure and rep spectrum42:48 - Importance of orthopedic health in training44:44 - Impact of rep range on session length50:30 - Differences in exercises and their effects52:03 - Considerations for training variables55:01 - Higher reps for legs and back59:11 - Practical vs theoretical training perspectives
Join the Movement: https://www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:08 - Introduction to the study on exercise fatigue03:54 - Discussion on injury and recovery demands06:12 - Ethan's thoughts on fatigue and outcomes08:49 - Discussion on training with low vs high reps10:32 - Common rep ranges for hypertrophy training12:14 - Misconceptions about protein digestion limits15:01 - Specificity in recovery assessments explained17:32 - Questions about study subjects discussed21:00 - Importance of training specificity emphasized24:00 - Confusion over volume load matching clarified26:25 - Importance of investigating training methods28:00 - Personal experiences with rep ranges30:11 - Observations on training intensity33:44 - Discussion on fatigue and training outcomes36:39 - Practical considerations for rep ranges39:01 - Training to failure and rep spectrum42:48 - Importance of orthopedic health in training44:44 - Impact of rep range on session length50:30 - Differences in exercises and their effects52:03 - Considerations for training variables55:01 - Higher reps for legs and back59:11 - Practical vs theoretical training perspectives
Time stamps:00:11 - Common mistakes in personal training04:11 - Importance of understanding individual clients09:46 - Working backwards from training goals12:01 - Understanding muscle response to resistance14:44 - Defining clear goals for personal training20:45 - Difference between rep ranges22:39 - Importance of resistance training30:00 - Efficiency in training time32:20 - Balancing rest time and efficiency34:01 - Effective warm-up strategies for performance41:34 - Importance of assessing range of motion44:13 - Resistance training as a primary focus51:24 - The temptation to complicate training54:10 - Importance of easier exercise options56:43 - Trainer's responsibility in machine setup1:02:05 - Importance of pad placement in leg curls1:04:14 - Adjusting machine setup for better range1:06:20 - Understanding machine components for exercise success
Time stamps:00:11 - Common mistakes in personal training04:11 - Importance of understanding individual clients09:46 - Working backwards from training goals12:01 - Understanding muscle response to resistance14:44 - Defining clear goals for personal training20:45 - Difference between rep ranges22:39 - Importance of resistance training30:00 - Efficiency in training time32:20 - Balancing rest time and efficiency34:01 - Effective warm-up strategies for performance41:34 - Importance of assessing range of motion44:13 - Resistance training as a primary focus51:24 - The temptation to complicate training54:10 - Importance of easier exercise options56:43 - Trainer's responsibility in machine setup1:02:05 - Importance of pad placement in leg curls1:04:14 - Adjusting machine setup for better range1:06:20 - Understanding machine components for exercise success
Sign up to my newsletter for free brain gains: www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:02 - Introduction to back pain discussion01:40 - Personal experience with chronic back pain06:40 - Distinction between acute and chronic pain08:20 - Understanding chronic back pain12:40 - Identifying pain patterns in individuals16:39 - Importance of a safe place22:43 - Recognizing obvious pain triggers25:11 - Substituting activities for better comfort28:04 - Identifying goals to reduce pain32:25 - Reducing deadlift sets for back pain34:01 - Typical back pain feedback from clients36:14 - Expectancy bias in exercise sensations39:01 - Importance of understanding exercise goals41:27 - Recognizing body stiffness and discomfort46:01 - Daily steps impact on overall health48:02 - Changing postures to reduce discomfort50:00 - Using a pillow for seat comfort52:21 - Changing positions to relieve discomfort54:44 - Evaluating your mattress for pain relief1:00:00 - Importance of varying positions for pain relief1:02:05 - Building tolerance without immediate exposure
Sign up to my newsletter for free brain gains: www.modernmeathead.comTime stamps:00:02 - Introduction to back pain discussion01:40 - Personal experience with chronic back pain06:40 - Distinction between acute and chronic pain08:20 - Understanding chronic back pain12:40 - Identifying pain patterns in individuals16:39 - Importance of a safe place22:43 - Recognizing obvious pain triggers25:11 - Substituting activities for better comfort28:04 - Identifying goals to reduce pain32:25 - Reducing deadlift sets for back pain34:01 - Typical back pain feedback from clients36:14 - Expectancy bias in exercise sensations39:01 - Importance of understanding exercise goals41:27 - Recognizing body stiffness and discomfort46:01 - Daily steps impact on overall health48:02 - Changing postures to reduce discomfort50:00 - Using a pillow for seat comfort52:21 - Changing positions to relieve discomfort54:44 - Evaluating your mattress for pain relief1:00:00 - Importance of varying positions for pain relief1:02:05 - Building tolerance without immediate exposure
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Learn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:10 - Introduction to strength training discussion03:01 - Comparing bodybuilders and powerlifters04:49 - Oversimplified understanding of strength07:12 - Muscle appearance vs. actual mass08:49 - Enhanced lifters vs. natural lifters10:31 - Mental framework in strength training12:20 - Importance of multi-joint lifts14:45 - Benefits of low-cost cardiovascular adaptations16:10 - Sauna use for enhanced recovery18:21 - Sweating's potential health benefits20:39 - Mental toughness through discomfort22:32 - Importance of mobility in resistance training24:31 - Sauna and pool as low-impact exercises25:52 - Muscle output's role in cardiovascular health28:06 - Spectrum of tension in stretching and resistance
Learn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:10 - Introduction to strength training discussion03:01 - Comparing bodybuilders and powerlifters04:49 - Oversimplified understanding of strength07:12 - Muscle appearance vs. actual mass08:49 - Enhanced lifters vs. natural lifters10:31 - Mental framework in strength training12:20 - Importance of multi-joint lifts14:45 - Benefits of low-cost cardiovascular adaptations16:10 - Sauna use for enhanced recovery18:21 - Sweating's potential health benefits20:39 - Mental toughness through discomfort22:32 - Importance of mobility in resistance training24:31 - Sauna and pool as low-impact exercises25:52 - Muscle output's role in cardiovascular health28:06 - Spectrum of tension in stretching and resistance
Learn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:10 - Introduction to strength training discussion03:01 - Comparing bodybuilders and powerlifters04:49 - Oversimplified understanding of strength07:12 - Muscle appearance vs. actual mass08:49 - Enhanced lifters vs. natural lifters10:31 - Mental framework in strength training12:20 - Importance of multi-joint lifts14:45 - Benefits of low-cost cardiovascular adaptations16:10 - Sauna use for enhanced recovery18:21 - Sweating's potential health benefits20:39 - Mental toughness through discomfort22:32 - Importance of mobility in resistance training24:31 - Sauna and pool as low-impact exercises25:52 - Muscle output's role in cardiovascular health28:06 - Spectrum of tension in stretching and resistance
Learn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:11 - Introduction to long length muscle training02:37 - Defining the term "Panacea" in training09:25 - Importance of short position training11:42 - Big rocks vs small rocks analogy14:39 - Long-term vs short-term research insights23:30 - Joint alignment and resistance profile28:02 - Distinction between lengthened and stretch-mediated34:40 - Long muscle lengths vs. stretching duration39:36 - Importance of stability in exercise42:19 - Binary thinking in exercise effectiveness47:53 - Importance of resistance profiles in exercises50:00 - Challenges with lengthened partials in practice55:30 - Trunk rotation and muscle length considerations1:00:00 - Measuring muscle involvement in exercises1:02:30 - Cherry-picking studies in fitness research1:10:51 - Managing pain during exercise1:12:50 - Adjusting load for effective training
Learn more from us and get 1-1 help by joining my online community (7 day risk-free trial included!): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:11 - Introduction to long length muscle training02:37 - Defining the term "Panacea" in training09:25 - Importance of short position training11:42 - Big rocks vs small rocks analogy14:39 - Long-term vs short-term research insights23:30 - Joint alignment and resistance profile28:02 - Distinction between lengthened and stretch-mediated34:40 - Long muscle lengths vs. stretching duration39:36 - Importance of stability in exercise42:19 - Binary thinking in exercise effectiveness47:53 - Importance of resistance profiles in exercises50:00 - Challenges with lengthened partials in practice55:30 - Trunk rotation and muscle length considerations1:00:00 - Measuring muscle involvement in exercises1:02:30 - Cherry-picking studies in fitness research1:10:51 - Managing pain during exercise1:12:50 - Adjusting load for effective training
Learn more from us by joining our online community (7-day FREE trial): https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:57 - Hot Take podcast idea4:00 - Exercise load limitations for health6:01 - Reconsidering traditional exercise approaches9:00 - Impact of modern lifestyle on health10:36 - Balancing specificity and compound exercises18:22 - Strength and conditioning program in the NBA22:00 - Training intensity definitions and evolution26:18 - Transition from RP to RIR in training intensities28:31 - Evolution of the term "volume" in training discussions31:56 - Modern interpretation of training intensity and its impact36:58 - Distinguishing strain perception from muscular fatigue39:28 - Evolution of views on tension and pump in hypertrophy46:33 - Using BFR for muscle growth48:34 - Focusing on pump and sensation in training50:10 - Transition to discussing strength vs. hypertrophy55:25 - Training for strength vs. hypertrophy explained1:00:02 - Understanding the complexity of strength measurement1:02:26 - Strength as a proxy for muscle gain in hypertrophy
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To learn more from me, start your 7-day free trial to the online community: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:00 - Introduction4:37 - Knee Structure & Motion13:56 - Patella18:02 - Soft Tissues24:44 - Quad Anatomy36:29 - Quad/Knee Kinetics52:47 - Quad Research1:27:37 - Quad Exercises1:47:47 - Programming
To learn more from me, start your 7-day free trial to the online community: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:00:00 - Introduction4:37 - Knee Structure & Motion13:56 - Patella18:02 - Soft Tissues24:44 - Quad Anatomy36:29 - Quad/Knee Kinetics52:47 - Quad Research1:27:37 - Quad Exercises1:47:47 - Programming
Join the Modern Meathead Commuinity with a 1-week FREE trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:02 - Hot takes from the sauna10:42 - Compound vs isolation exercises debate12:59 - Compound exercises as isolation and vice versa15:26 - Uselessness of compound and isolation terms22:13 - Training session relevance to compound and isolation exercises28:41 - Managing time and fatigue for effective goal alignment33:44 - Starting with a certain ethos35:43 - Managing time and fatigue during contest prep44:42 - Trainers talking loudly during challenging exercises49:14 - Importance of understanding time and fatigue in training1:03:17 - Importance of individualized recovery methods1:05:18 - Critique of Mobility training in fitness1:07:55 - Creating different failure points in training1:09:43 - Adapting machines to match strength profiles1:15:18 - Understanding exercise as interaction of anatomy and force
Join the Modern Meathead Commuinity with a 1-week FREE trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:02 - Hot takes from the sauna10:42 - Compound vs isolation exercises debate12:59 - Compound exercises as isolation and vice versa15:26 - Uselessness of compound and isolation terms22:13 - Training session relevance to compound and isolation exercises28:41 - Managing time and fatigue for effective goal alignment33:44 - Starting with a certain ethos35:43 - Managing time and fatigue during contest prep44:42 - Trainers talking loudly during challenging exercises49:14 - Importance of understanding time and fatigue in training1:03:17 - Importance of individualized recovery methods1:05:18 - Critique of Mobility training in fitness1:07:55 - Creating different failure points in training1:09:43 - Adapting machines to match strength profiles1:15:18 - Understanding exercise as interaction of anatomy and force
Join our online community here: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:56 - Discussing the trend of ranking exercises6:51 - Applying hierarchy concept to exercise selection10:59 - Unconscious fostering of biases in exercise selection21:32 - Training with partner assistance for reps31:59 - Research-based recommendations33:32 - Focus on specific muscle groups43:10 - Potential appearance differences in muscle groups45:38 - Impact of extreme variations in exercises54:27 - Influence of exercise variations on muscle size1:00:17 - Complexity of muscle interactions in training decisions1:05:44 - Importance of minor interventions in training decisions1:07:22 - Understanding the role of lats in training focus1:09:58 - Choosing optimal grips and angles for lat exercises1:15:53 - Manipulating resistance profiles with machine adjustments1:25:21 - Choosing pull down over row for lat-specific training
Join our online community here: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:56 - Discussing the trend of ranking exercises6:51 - Applying hierarchy concept to exercise selection10:59 - Unconscious fostering of biases in exercise selection21:32 - Training with partner assistance for reps31:59 - Research-based recommendations33:32 - Focus on specific muscle groups43:10 - Potential appearance differences in muscle groups45:38 - Impact of extreme variations in exercises54:27 - Influence of exercise variations on muscle size1:00:17 - Complexity of muscle interactions in training decisions1:05:44 - Importance of minor interventions in training decisions1:07:22 - Understanding the role of lats in training focus1:09:58 - Choosing optimal grips and angles for lat exercises1:15:53 - Manipulating resistance profiles with machine adjustments1:25:21 - Choosing pull down over row for lat-specific training
See the RDV Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dZghYWV9urp2N7ZzT9CB2?si=c8ebdd9b743c4156Time stamps:0:32 - Misunderstandings about exercise2:59 - Importance of understanding resistance in exercise5:23 - Average gym-goer vs. modern Meathead perspective9:20 - Science aims to answer questions iteratively13:32 - Future of training likely to include both length and partials18:25 - Novelty in research and testing methods22:00 - Importance of anchors in exercise movements27:46 - Opening a can with proper technique29:31 - Using external objects to target specific muscles36:31 - Observing gym behaviors and anchor usage39:36 - Discussing the misconception around using external objects in exercise45:24 - Understanding genetic advantages in fitness48:22 - Differentiating training for size vs. strength54:35 - Understanding exercise mechanics57:38 - Circle of competence and learning expansion1:03:58 - Addressing the need for more context in content creation1:06:07 - Importance of teaching nuance and context in education1:10:44 - Dealing with dissatisfaction and self-improvement1:13:44 - Managing satisfaction and dissatisfaction1:17:46 - Prioritizing learning over gym obsession1:22:35 - Overcoming challenges through cold turkey approach1:25:10 - Following curiosity leads to profound mastery1:28:00 - Niche down authentically to fuel curiosity1:31:53 - Importance of specificity in muscle targeting1:41:29 - Building a comprehensive home gym setup
See the RDV Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dZghYWV9urp2N7ZzT9CB2?si=c8ebdd9b743c4156Time stamps:0:32 - Misunderstandings about exercise2:59 - Importance of understanding resistance in exercise5:23 - Average gym-goer vs. modern Meathead perspective9:20 - Science aims to answer questions iteratively13:32 - Future of training likely to include both length and partials18:25 - Novelty in research and testing methods22:00 - Importance of anchors in exercise movements27:46 - Opening a can with proper technique29:31 - Using external objects to target specific muscles36:31 - Observing gym behaviors and anchor usage39:36 - Discussing the misconception around using external objects in exercise45:24 - Understanding genetic advantages in fitness48:22 - Differentiating training for size vs. strength54:35 - Understanding exercise mechanics57:38 - Circle of competence and learning expansion1:03:58 - Addressing the need for more context in content creation1:06:07 - Importance of teaching nuance and context in education1:10:44 - Dealing with dissatisfaction and self-improvement1:13:44 - Managing satisfaction and dissatisfaction1:17:46 - Prioritizing learning over gym obsession1:22:35 - Overcoming challenges through cold turkey approach1:25:10 - Following curiosity leads to profound mastery1:28:00 - Niche down authentically to fuel curiosity1:31:53 - Importance of specificity in muscle targeting1:41:29 - Building a comprehensive home gym setup
Join our online community here with a 7-day free trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:27 - Deciding on exercise changes post-competition4:55 - Assessing progress through data and visuals10:45 - Factors influencing performance and fatigue12:31 - Disconnect between muscle growth and performance21:51 - Importance of setting clear fitness goals27:56 - Emphasizing enjoyment and sustainability in training32:48 - Reflecting on individual training uniqueness34:20 - Concrete approach to increasing muscle group training37:00 - Progress measurement and training evolution43:32 - Letting go of training constraints50:10 - Understanding knee stress in exercises53:57 - Understanding the focal stress on the front side1:00:04 - Adjusting training volume for optimal muscle growth1:04:37 - Visual changes for stage appearance1:12:56 - Considerations for exercise order and spine load1:16:02 - Considerations for exercise order and volume adjustments1:21:40 - Importance of paying attention to physical feedback1:27:28 - Different approaches to training volume1:31:12 - Applying scientific method to training decisions
Join our online community here with a 7-day free trial: https://modernmeathead.com/groupTime stamps:0:27 - Deciding on exercise changes post-competition4:55 - Assessing progress through data and visuals10:45 - Factors influencing performance and fatigue12:31 - Disconnect between muscle growth and performance21:51 - Importance of setting clear fitness goals27:56 - Emphasizing enjoyment and sustainability in training32:48 - Reflecting on individual training uniqueness34:20 - Concrete approach to increasing muscle group training37:00 - Progress measurement and training evolution43:32 - Letting go of training constraints50:10 - Understanding knee stress in exercises53:57 - Understanding the focal stress on the front side1:00:04 - Adjusting training volume for optimal muscle growth1:04:37 - Visual changes for stage appearance1:12:56 - Considerations for exercise order and spine load1:16:02 - Considerations for exercise order and volume adjustments1:21:40 - Importance of paying attention to physical feedback1:27:28 - Different approaches to training volume1:31:12 - Applying scientific method to training decisions
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