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The Revive Stronger Podcast

405: More Volume, More Muscle | Looking At The Dose-Response Relationship Of Training Volume w/ Menno, Josh, Sam & Holly

Mar 2, 2024
02:31:26
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Experts discuss the dose-response relationship between resistance training volume and muscle hypertrophy. They explore skepticism about the validity of volume studies, practical applications, and findings on cell swelling. Anecdotal evidence conflicts with study results. The chapter highlights muscle gains expectations, set recommendations, and recovery capacity. The discussion emphasizes the need for further research on optimal training volume for maximizing muscle growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the limitations of ultrasound in measuring muscle growth has led to a call for large, well-designed studies with control groups for reliable results.
  • Evidence on muscle swelling in high-volume training scenarios is lacking, emphasizing the need for further investigation in this area.

Deep dives

Issues with Modal Ultrasound for Measuring Muscle Growth

Sam identifies issues with using modal ultrasound for measuring muscle growth, explaining its limitations in accurate measurement. He highlights the need for well-designed large studies with control groups to ensure reliable and valid results.

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