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Hypertrophy Training That Actually Works

Published about 3 hours ago • 1 min read

Hey friends,

Muscle growth is one of those topics where the signal-to-noise ratio is absolutely brutal.

Everyone has a hot take.
Everyone has a “new” method.

And somehow we keep circling back to the same questions about volume, frequency, recovery, and why people stall out or burn themselves into the ground.

In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sat down with my buddy Ben Mayfield-Smith from Matter Athletica to unpack what actually drives hypertrophy in the real world — not just on paper.

​Hypertrophy Training That Actually Works << details here

Episode Chapters:

  • 05:00 Ben’s Contest Prep Journey
  • 06:01 Training Strategies and Techniques
  • 13:34 Debating Training Methods and Research
  • 28:37 Practical Application of Hypertrophy Research
  • 41:21 Stretch-Based Hypertrophy and Training Order
  • 42:10 Volume and Load Considerations
  • 44:30 Specificity in Training Programs
  • 46:49 Lengthened Partials and Exercise Order
  • 49:25 Rep Schemes and Muscle Group Responses
  • 01:00:01 Secondary Factors in Hypertrophy
  • 01:08:54 Single Leg Stability and Heavy Loads
  • 01:15:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Check out the YouTube link below if you prefer to watch the podcast.

​Hypertrophy Training That Actually Works << YouTube

Much love,
Dr Mike
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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag

Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.

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