Movement Optimism
Dr Pak Androulakis‐Korakakis on deadlifting after 50, minimal effective dose and exercise prescription
Feb 26, 2024
Dr. Pak discusses deadlifting for individuals over 50, optimal approaches to improving strength, and the importance of training technique for injury prevention and performance gains. The podcast also explores the minimal effective dose of training frequency for significant improvements in strength and hypertrophy gains.
38:21
Episode guests
AI Summary
Highlights
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Dr. Pak's research emphasizes minimal effective dose for strength gains in powerlifters over 50.
- Technique optimization in resistance training involves engaging muscle groups at longer lengths for enhanced hypertrophy.
Deep dives
Dr. Pack's Background and Research Focus
Dr. Pack, a researcher and educator in the field of lifting, specializes in muscle size and strength research, particularly among recreational lifters and athletes. His PhD thesis centered on minimum effective training doses for strength. He emphasizes the importance of minimum dose training and is affiliated with Lehman College's Applied Muscle and Development Lab.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
