Chris Barakat, a scientist, educator, coach, and competitive natural bodybuilder, discusses the mind-muscle connection in resistance training. Topics include neuromuscular activity during exercise, the difference between compound and isolation movements, the importance of muscle anatomy knowledge, strategies to maximize muscle gain, individualized approaches for longevity in training, and more.

Chris Barakat discusses the impact of fatherhood on bodybuilding, reflections on genetic potential, WNBF 2023 worlds, high protein intake for better results, leucine threshold importance, optimal protein feeding, and balancing protein intake for body composition.