
Fueling Greatness
Making Sense of Muscle Hypertrophy with Prof. Brad Schoenfeld
Jun 4, 2024
Join Prof. Brad Schoenfeld in a discussion on muscle hypertrophy. Topics include stress impact, caloric intake management, training volume, age & gender differences in muscle building, minimalistic vs. advanced routines, rest intervals importance, and exercise variety significance.
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- Utilizing a caloric surplus of 300-500 calories is crucial for muscle hypertrophy, emphasizing clean bulking to minimize fat gain.
- Balancing training volume, intensity, and proximity to failure is essential for maximizing muscle growth and optimizing hypertrophic outcomes.
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Maximizing Hypertrophy with Caloric Surplus
To maximize muscle hypertrophy, being in a caloric surplus of 300 to 500 calories is crucial, with clean bulking recommended to minimize fat gain. Advanced trainers may experience more fat gain compared to muscle gain, emphasizing the importance of tailored nutrition strategies.
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