

Data Driven Strength Podcast
Zac Robinson and Josh Pelland
The perfect blend of research deep-dives and laid-back training talk.
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Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 2min
Decreasing Training Volume in Trained Individuals: Risks and Rewards | Ep. 48
Exploring the benefits and risks of decreasing training volume in trained individuals, focusing on muscle maintenance and growth. Discussing optimal volume reduction for transitioning to a maintenance phase, physiological resensitization, and individualized training volume. Insights on adjusting volume for different muscle groups and strategies to maintain strength while reducing squat frequency.

Jan 2, 2023 • 56min
There is More to Training Volume than Sets Per Week | Ep. 47
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:50 How does the relative change in training volume influence outcomes?
Link to papers discussed:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32108724/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32058362/
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Dec 19, 2022 • 1h 5min
Periodizing Nutrition to Maximize Outcomes and Using Drop Sets to Improve Efficiency | Ep. 46
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
04:20 How to Periodize Nutrition Alongside Training
41:30 Utilizing Drop Sets to Improve Training Efficiency
Link to papers discussed: Coleman 2022: https://journal.iusca.org/index.php/Journal/article/view/135
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Dec 5, 2022 • 42min
Optimizing Progression Methods for Strength and Hypertrophy | Ep. 45
In this podcast, the hosts discuss progression strategies for strength and hypertrophy, exploring a new study on progressive overload. They also dive into optimizing progression methods, the benefits of nuanced interpretation of statistical approach, and the use of leave one out sensitivity analysis. Additionally, they explore rep ranges for strength and hypertrophy training and the relationship between load progression and exercise execution.

Nov 21, 2022 • 47min
Performance and Hypertrophy: Lessons from the Frequency and Rest-Pause Research | Ep. 44
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:50 How does performance influence muscle growth?
15:00 Discussion of new study investigating training frequency for muscle growth
Link to papers discussed:
Our article on RIR and Muscle Growth: https://www.data-drivenstrength.com/guiides/rir-and-muscle-growth
Prestes et al: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28617715/
Enes et al: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34260860/
Ozaki et al: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28532248/
Ahtiainen et al: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16095405/
Neves et al:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36228016/
Grgic et al: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02640414.2018.1555906?casa_token=1Ogtunoo4VoAAAAA%3AGW_peykNMJmRdNneZHk23igaSmjVsdTjPVW6wCZrw3z1qhRu6eDksrBWOGh86Sq8hmHlI4UHWGWZ-w
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Nov 7, 2022 • 45min
Training in a Caloric Surplus vs. Deficit | Ep. 43
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:34 Is it worth trying to elicit “resensitization” for muscle growth?
14:20 Should you manipulate training volume in a caloric deficit?
Link to papers discussed:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23053130/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33241958/
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/363635223_Resistance_Training_Volume_Does_Not_Influence_Lean_Mass_Preservation_during_Energy_Restriction_in_Trained_Males
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/332653613_Comparison_of_Dual-Energy_X-ray_Absorptiometry_DXA_Versus_a_Multi-Frequency_Bioelectrical_Impedance_InBody_770_Device_for_Body_Composition_Assessment_after_a_4-Week_Hypoenergetic_Diet
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Oct 24, 2022 • 45min
Strength, ROM, and Specificity: Does it Pay to be a Jack of All Trades? | Ep. 42
The podcast discusses the relationship between body weight, body fat percentage, and strength. It explores the impact of range of motion on strength and muscle growth, highlighting the benefits of training with longer ranges of motion and lighter loads. The hosts emphasize the importance of consistency and specificity in strength training, discussing different approaches to load and volume. Overall, the podcast provides insights and recommendations for optimizing strength and performance.

Oct 10, 2022 • 54min
Should Strength Athletes Bulk and Cut? | Ep. 41
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Timestamps:
00:0 Intro
01:58 Is the term “progressive overload” misleading?
07:40 Should strength athletes cut and bulk?
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Link to papers discussed:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/343549590_Body_Recomposition_Can_Trained_Individuals_Build_Muscle_and_Lose_Fat_at_the_Same_Time
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12094125/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2336074/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28281879/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34623696/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26500462/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2336074/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23679146/
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joao-Pedro-Nunes-2/publication/331071618_Effects_of_Different_Dietary_Energy_Intake_Following_Resistance_Training_on_Muscle_Mass_and_Body_Fat_in_Bodybuilders_A_Pilot_Study/links/5c6dc1d6299bf1e3a5b8c6df/Effects-of-Different-Dietary-Energy-Intake-Following-Resistance-Training-on-Muscle-Mass-and-Body-Fat-in-Bodybuilders-A-Pilot-Study.pdf
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8167794/pdf/jfmk-06-00036.pdf
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Sep 26, 2022 • 37min
Load and Strength Gains: Are There Diminishing Returns? | Ep. 40
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Timestamps:
00:0 Intro
02:09 Should we address our weak points or build on our strengths?
09:09 Does the relationship between load and strength gains show diminishing returns?
Link to primary paper discussed:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33433148/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35029596/
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Sep 13, 2022 • 54min
Periodization for Muscle Growth: Does Work Capacity Matter? | Ep. 39
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
03:00 What training metrics should we track?
09:30 Does aerobic training potentiate hypertrophy?
Link to primary paper discussed:
https://faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1096/fj.202200398RR
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