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350: The Search For Optimal - Eric Helms

Feb 11, 2023
01:14:59

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Eric is back on the show and today we get an update on his calf experiment. We then dig into what it means to be optimal and cover off hid goals for his next contest prep.


Timestamps:

(00:00) Calf Experiment. What is it?

(14:01) Stretching and impact on hypertrophy

(21:32) Applications for other body parts?

(24:19) Were there any negative impacts on training performance?

(27:54) Is it safe?

(38:42) Other experimentations? 

Lateral raise variations, different approaches for back work, etc.

(43:46) Leaning over on leg curls any good?

(47:12)The search for "optimal". What is optimal even and what is Eric's take on it?

(56:23) Science is not equipped to tell you what you need

(01:00:54) Contest prep goals for Eric

(01:04:59) How many shows to do with a contest prep


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