

#365 Brad Schoenfeld PhD - How To Build Muscle: Hypertrophy Masterclass
11 snips May 20, 2025
Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, a leading researcher in muscle hypertrophy and author, joins to debunk common muscle-building myths. He discusses how varying rep ranges can effectively build muscle, challenging the classic 8-12 reps notion. Insights on fatigue’s role in muscle growth and the importance of individual training tailored to each person's response are revealed. Brad highlights muscle memory and genetic factors, including gender differences in training recovery and the nuances of tempo in resistance training, making this a must-listen for fitness enthusiasts.
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Wide Rep Ranges Build Muscle
- Muscle hypertrophy can be achieved across a wide rep range if training is near failure.
- Combining light and heavy loads may optimize growth by targeting different muscle fibers.
Train Near Failure, Avoid Excessive Reps
- Train to near failure regardless of load for effective hypertrophy.
- Extremely high reps (eg. 70+) likely reduce effectiveness due to premature fatigue.
High Reps Cause More Fatigue
- High-rep training causes more acute fatigue than heavy low-rep training.
- However, this fatigue does not impair recovery or results over time.