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E456: Hierarchy of Hypertrophy with Kassem Hanson

Jan 22, 2024
01:26:21
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Exercise and training expert Kassem Hanson joins Jordan Shallow to discuss topics such as training to failure and its effectiveness for muscle hypertrophy. They explore the role of skill in exercise performance and the impact of fatigue on training outcomes. They also discuss different training techniques like cluster sets, supersets, and drop sets for muscle hypertrophy. The conversation covers the role of rep speed in training and loading outside of the active range. Finally, they touch on static stretching and its impact on muscle adaptation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mechanical tension is the primary driver of muscle growth, making it crucial to focus on during training.
  • Incorporating different training methods like rest-pause sets, drop sets, and cluster sets can target various aspects of hypertrophy and prevent progress bottlenecks.

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Mechanical tension as the primary stimulus for hypertrophy

Mechanical tension is the most important factor for maximizing hypertrophy gains. It should be the primary focus of training to induce muscle growth. Other factors like metabolic stress and muscle damage play a role in the overall adaptation process, but mechanical tension is the key driver of muscle growth.

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