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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.
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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.

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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.

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