

Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance
3462 snips Mar 28, 2022
Join Dr. Andy Galpin, a Kinesiology professor and exercise science expert, as he unpacks the secrets to building strength, muscle size, and endurance. They discuss the vital role of personalized training protocols and hydration strategies. Dr. Galpin explains the significance of muscle engagement and the benefits of breathing techniques during workouts. Discover how to maximize performance while minimizing soreness and injury risk, and learn about innovative supplements like sodium bicarbonate that can enhance endurance.
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Progressive Overload
- Prioritize progressive overload in training by increasing weight, reps, or complexity.
- Focus on skill, speed, power, strength, hypertrophy, and various types of endurance.
Exercise Application
- Exercise choice is important, but how you apply the exercise determines adaptation.
- Consider exercise complexity, especially for beginners without coaches, and prioritize proper form.
Managing Soreness
- Train through mild soreness (3/10) but avoid debilitating soreness that reduces training volume.
- Soreness is a poor indicator of workout effectiveness, especially for beginners.