

DR. MIKE ISRAETEL on the Science of Hypertrophy, Business, Charlatans and more | Ep. 29
Sep 17, 2024
Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of Renaissance Periodization and a leading authority on hypertrophy and strength training, shares his remarkable journey from a high school wrestler to a prominent figure in fitness. He discusses the science behind effective training methods, emphasizing the importance of objective metrics for performance. The conversation dives into the challenges of building a coaching business, creating content with authenticity, and navigating criticism within the fitness community. With humor, he addresses the pitfalls of social media fame and encourages a positive outlook.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
From Walking to Jiu-Jitsu: A Journey into Fitness and Coaching
03:54 • 4min
Building a Coaching Business and Authoring Educational Resources
07:51 • 2min
From Idea to Success: Building a Fitness App
09:49 • 26min
Innovative Training Tools and Creative Practices
36:01 • 2min
Navigating Criticism in Fitness Training
37:47 • 14min
The Dynamics of Strength Training in Athletics
51:31 • 24min
Understanding Athlete Motivations and Effective Training Approaches
01:15:13 • 4min
Mastering Technique in Strength Training
01:19:21 • 12min
Navigating Success with Humor
01:31:12 • 7min
The Art of Meaningful Content Creation
01:38:23 • 4min
The Dangers of Chasing Social Media Fame
01:42:49 • 4min
Embracing Optimism Amidst Pessimism
01:46:51 • 14min