Think BIG Bodybuilding Blood Sweat & Gear 314 Hollingshead Training Reaction + PED QA
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Aug 29, 2025 James Hollingshead, a professional bodybuilder with a reputation for his intense training style, joins the hosts to discuss powerful back training techniques. He breaks down exercises like assisted pull-ups and brutal deadlifts, offering tips on form and efficiency. The conversation navigates the dedication required in bodybuilding, the balance of training and life, and the nuances of managing supplements for optimal health. Listeners gain insight into post-cut nutrition strategies and the importance of hydration in intense workouts, all wrapped in engaging anecdotes.
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Assisted Pull-Ups Improve Lat Feel
- Assisted and banded pull-ups can improve lat activation and control compared with free pull-ups for many trainees.
- Assistance keeps the body upright and reduces leaning that turns the movement into a row.
Rest Between Unilateral Sets
- When alternating unilateral sets, take a short rest between sides to avoid shortchanging the second limb.
- Rest prevents premature oxygen/central fatigue that degrades the later side's performance.
Basics Carry Contest Prep Workouts
- High-intensity, heavy basics (pull-ups, rows, deadlifts) remain the 'bread and butter' for backs even in contest prep.
- James Hollingshead shows experienced athletes can use imperfect mechanics and still build elite physiques.