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Iron Culture presented by MASS

MASS Office Hours Episode 5 (Tracking Hypertrophy, Satellite Cells, and Testosterone)

Oct 13, 2023
In this episode, they discuss tracking muscle growth, satellite cells' role in muscle hypertrophy, intermittent fasting for muscle building, natural ways to boost testosterone, and unrealistic study designs. They also touch on the effects of microgravity, reverse vs recovery diets, protein distribution for muscle growth, and banter about bald men in movies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Extended periods in microgravity can lead to muscle loss and bone density decreases, recovery diets help restore metabolic rate and hormone levels post-dieting, starting resistance training early maximizes muscle growth potential.

Deep dives

Effects of microgravity on muscle in space

Extended periods of time in microgravity can lead to muscle loss, decreased bone density, and even morphological changes in the brain. Strategies are being developed to counteract these effects, such as physical training and blood flow restriction.

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