

Data Driven Strength Podcast
Zac Robinson & Josh Pelland
The perfect blend of research deep-dives and laid-back training talk.
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Aug 15, 2022 • 44min
Is 10-20 Sets Per Week a Good Recommendation for 1RM Strength? | Ep. 37
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Links to paper discussed:
1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28755103/
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30153194/
3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31868813/
4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27941492/
5. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32058362/
6. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29470825/
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Aug 1, 2022 • 1h 8min
Diving Deeper into ROM for Hypertrophy with Milo Wolf | Ep. 36
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Timestamps:
01:30 Milo’s background
04:00 Discussion of new of triceps study
15:00 Muscle length vs. failure point
23:30 What would be the biggest mistake lifters would make if they took this research too literally?
36:20 Do we need any ROM for muscle growth?
47:50 Potential considerations for regional hypertrophy
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https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Milo-Wolf-2
Links to paper discussed:
1. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17461391.2022.2100279
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Jul 18, 2022 • 58min
How to Build the Best Microcycle | Ep. 35
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Jul 4, 2022 • 1h 4min
Total ROM vs. Long Muscle Lengths for Hypertrophy | Ep. 34
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Links to papers discussed:
1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6977096/
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33977835/
3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32823490/
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7969179/
5. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/sms.13375?casa_token=_JYjQ7XribcAAAAA%3Asc0SpRidaslI3hrFZbEbYRufhiBsCZXMELOrrBtnCxeIVhA3qvq6iWrOzIMApW4hLx15MdVDakzw1n0
6. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joao-Pedro-Nunes-2/publication/356788973_Partial_range_of_motion_and_muscle_hypertrophy_not_all_ROMs_lead_to_Rome/links/61ad3cd050e22929cd4e016d/Partial-range-of-motion-and-muscle-hypertrophy-not-all-ROMs-lead-to-Rome.pdf?_sg%5B0%5D=started_experiment_milestone&_sg%5B1%5D=started_experiment_milestone&origin=journalDetail
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Jun 20, 2022 • 44min
Individualizing Training Protocols for Lifter Psychology and When Should You Rate RPE? | Ep. 33
Timestamps:
01:33 Individualizing Training Protocols Via Lifter Psychology
26:32 When Should You Rate a Set’s RPE?
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Links to papers discussed:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/351730507_Accuracy_in_predicting_repetitions_to_task_failure_in_resistance_exercise_a_scoping_review_and_exploratory_meta-_analysis
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7785525/
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Jun 6, 2022 • 28min
Overreaching for Hypertrophy, Adaptive Resistance, and Interpreting Training Plateaus | Ep. 32
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Timestamps:
01:40 How should you feel after a Deload?
05:38 Overreaching for Hypertrophy
13:34 Adaptive Resistance Discussion
21:14 Interpreting Training Plateaus
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Links to papers discussed:
1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30543499/
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32108724/
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May 23, 2022 • 52min
Optimizing Exercise Variation and Building Work Capacity to Potentiate Load Progression | Ep. 31
The podcast discusses the impact of exercise variation on strength gains, work capacity in training, managing aches, enhancing work capacity, double progression in strength training, and addressing psychological factors for progress.

May 9, 2022 • 1h 43min
Simplifying Velocity Based Training, Do We Need To Train to Failure With Low Loads, and Benching 6 Times a Week | Ep. 30
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! Timestamps: 01:10 Simplifying velocity based training 35:34 Do we need to train to failure with low loads? 1:31:23 Long term individualization case study with high frequency benching To learn more about 1 on 1 coaching: https://datadrivenstrength.typeform.com/to/JR3Gzm?typeform-source=linktr.ee If you'd like to sign up to our email list, please visit the bottom section of our website via this link: https://www.data-drivenstrength.com If you’d like to submit a question for a future episode please follow the link provided: https://forms.gle/c5aCswfCq6XUDTiAA Link to Individualized Programming + Self Coaching Toolkit Product Page: https://www.data-drivenstrength.com/individualized-programming Links to papers discussed: 1.https://www.researchgate.net/publication/359752419_Comparison_of_the_effects_of_velocity-based_vs_traditional_resistance_training_methods_on_adaptations_in_strength_power_and_sprint_speed_A_systematic_review_meta-analysis_and_quality_of_evidence_appra2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29944141/3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33105366/4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30840517/5. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33829679/6. https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/12/4/article-p512.xml7. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2022/02000/Low_Velocity_Loss_Induces_Similar_Strength_Gains.7.aspx?casa_token=AfItCW-RmbwAAAAA:0mh-bZQqBo9igEtdOX4258B_CDc7RateVIZYMF1KmHKJndQCRM-6qVhc1qnK19n9DRv0gPbmmm54cHnEITM4U3PQ8. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Abstract/9000/Low_Load_Resistance_Training_to_Volitional_Failure.94325.aspx9. https://europepmc.org/article/med/3189529010. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29189407/11. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31306302/12. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31809457/ Follow us on Instagram at: @datadrivenstrength @zac.datadrivenstrength @josh.datadrivenstrength @jake.datadrivenstrength @drake.datadrivenstrength Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

Apr 25, 2022 • 1h 17min
Optimal Training Block Length and Using Within-Subjects Designs to Guide Individualization
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! Timestamps: 01:25 Determining a “training unit” 27:38 What can we learn about individualization from within-subjects designs? 54:55 Is there a “best” way to progress training? To learn more about 1 on 1 coaching: https://datadrivenstrength.typeform.com/to/JR3Gzm?typeform-source=linktr.ee If you'd like to sign up to our email list, please visit the bottom section of our website via this link: https://www.data-drivenstrength.com If you’d like to submit a question for a future episode please follow the link provided: https://forms.gle/c5aCswfCq6XUDTiAA Link to Individualized Programming + Self Coaching Toolkit Product Page: https://www.data-drivenstrength.com/individualized-programming Links to papers discussed: 1. https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/japplphysiol.00350.20192. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35092084/3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30289872/4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32108724/5. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2020/05000/Effect_of_Competition_Frequency_on_Strength.3.aspx?casa_token=ifWOu5M11L8AAAAA:fUmU5Cm7OWh58ZrPIff3aTF2agzb3xqfmkAtA35ScoF91_QTS_ctoLGBqWN7lO_7M5EvATXYG5XlXxXgeeA2r7sL Follow us on Instagram at: @datadrivenstrength @zac.datadrivenstrength @josh.datadrivenstrength @jake.datadrivenstrength @drake.datadrivenstrength
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Apr 9, 2022 • 1h 8min
Addressing the Limitations of the Proximity to Failure Research
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Timestamps:
01:04 New review paper on the limitations of proximity to failure research
13:50 What is the effect size of interest?
41:00 Strength Limiter Discussion
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https://www.data-drivenstrength.com/individualized-programming Links to papers discussed:
1. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/359044527_Methods_for_Controlling_and_Reporting_Resistance_Training_Proximity_to_Failure_Current_Issues_and_Future_Directions
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35263685/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7725035/
4. https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2021/02001/Impact_of_Two_High_Volume_Set_Configuration.21.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3_TzZaaPIK6ZaoK5Tty3e22GgJU_1sJMtdHICV1Okq0AQSVfqvwdNu1fM
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