The Stronger By Science Podcast

Long Muscle Length Training with Dr. Milo Wolf

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1. Performing a combination of full range of motion and partial range of motion exercises can result in similar or slightly better strength gains compared to just doing full range of motion exercises.
2. Partial range of motion exercises at longer muscle lengths may lead to more hypertrophy compared to full range of motion exercises, although more research is needed to confirm this.
3. Longer muscle length training is shown to lead to more hypertrophy compared to shorter muscle length training across different muscle groups and contraction modes.
4. The resistance curve during bicep training can be optimized by focusing on the lengthened position, while preacher curls target the biceps when the forearm is parallel to the ground.
5. There is limited direct evidence to support the theory of muscle lengthening and its impact on hypertrophy, and the mechanism of sarcomere addition in muscle length training is largely uncertain.
6. Approaching research with caution and humility is important, as stating uncertainty and acknowledging the need for more research is a crucial part of the scientific process.
7. Confidently providing explanations for observed phenomena can create the perception of knowledge, but it's important to be skeptical of claims that are not scientifically supported.
8. Testing proximity to failure in resistance training, particularly with lengthened partials, may be useful for further study and understanding the effects of proximity to failure on hypertrophy.
9. While including length and partials in training is important for maximizing hypertrophy, it's important to consider individual differences and exercise variety, and not exclusively focus on length and partials.
10. The difference in hypertrophy gains from varying range of motion may not be noticeable for most individuals, and the prevailing trends in the fitness industry regarding range of motion should be questioned.

Highlights created by George Pagan III

Inclusion vs. Exclusion of Ranges of Motion

43:48 • 58sec

Partial Range of Motion and Hypertrophy

46:32 • 1min

Longer Muscle Length Training Leads to More Hypertrophy

53:07 • 1min

Optimizing resistance curve through muscle lengthening

01:28:31 • 1min

Evidence and Uncertainty in Muscle Lengthening Research

01:41:38 • 1min

Approaching research with caution and humility

01:52:34 • 2min

Confidence implies knowledge

01:55:03 • 1min

Testing Proximity to Failure in Resistance Training

02:14:02 • 56sec

Maximizing Hypertrophy Through Range of Motion

02:41:33 • 2min