The Jeff Nippard Podcast The Volume Roundtable feat. Mike Israetel, Eric Helms, Layne Norton, Greg Nuckols
Jun 29, 2016
In this episode, Mike Israetel, Eric Helms, Layne Norton, and Greg Nuckols discuss training volume, including max recoverable volume, injury prevention, strength vs hypertrophy, and tracking training volume. They explore the concepts of MRD and MRV, finding the optimal volume, gradually increasing volume, and measuring volume in different intensity zones. They also touch on rest periods, exploring volume requirements in a deficit versus surplus, and the importance of chasing performance during training.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Discussion with Competitive Bodybuilders, Powerlifters, and Jiu Jitsu Grappler
04:27 • 3min
Introduction to Greg Knuckles and the Main Topic of Discussion
07:18 • 2min
MRD and MRV: Maximizing Gains through Training Volume
09:27 • 7min
Understanding the Meaning and Importance of Recovery
16:11 • 2min
Finding the Optimal Volume in Training
18:31 • 25min
Gradually Increasing Training Volume
43:22 • 19min
Understanding Maximum Adaptive Volume and Maximum Recoverable Volume
01:02:27 • 21min
Measuring Volume and Adjusting Intensity Zones
01:23:57 • 14min
Rest Periods and Volume: Chasing Performance
01:37:51 • 15min
Exploring Volume Requirements in a Deficit versus Surplus
01:53:18 • 3min
Wrapping Up the Productive Conversation
01:56:10 • 2min