The Revive Stronger Podcast

381: Training To Failure | Science & Real-Life Applications - Mike Israetel, Eric Helms & Zac Robinson

Sep 16, 2023
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Mike Israetel
Guest
Zac Robinson
Guest
Eric Helms
Three leading authorities discuss the advantages and drawbacks of training to failure, including its impact on muscle growth, volume, and performance. They explore the relationship between volume and failure, cumulative fatigue, and the importance of tailoring training to individual goals. Practical tools for regulating intensity and volume are provided, and the importance of realistic and enjoyable training is highlighted.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Meta-Aggression and Training to Failure
03:37 • 3min
3
Training to Failure and its Impact on Hypertrophy
07:07 • 27min
4
The Relationship Between Volume and Failure in Training
34:14 • 9min
5
Analyzing the Justification for Training with Lower Volumes and Determining Performance Thresholds
43:21 • 5min
6
Understanding Cumulative Fatigue
47:54 • 22min
7
The Concept of Training to Failure
01:10:17 • 24min
8
The Importance of Realistic and Enjoyable Training
01:33:51 • 3min