Remember: If you want your questions answered on a future episode, submit them using one of the following links: Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. TIME STAMPS 0:57 “Is there any carry over or need to develop strength in the 1-5 rep range in order for that strength to be carried over into the 8-12 rep range for hypertrophy promotion?” Meta-analysis of high load vs. low-load training; similar hypertrophy in spite of different strength gains. Also worth noting that the theory behind reverse linear periodization (starting with low volume/high intensity and progressing to high volume/lower intensity) is that early strength gains will help lead to more hypertrophy, but that’s never panned out in the research (one example here). 14:33 “When in a caloric deficit, should you reduce training volume, or training intensity?” Localized depletion of stored glycogen. 27:11 “How should you train for explosive activities, such as parkour?” Individualized programming for people with force vs. velocity deficits. 37:30 “Does pineapple belong on pizza?” 41:32 “Which is best: chicken wing, chicken thigh, or chicken breast?” 47:51 “What’s the best way to cut weight for powerlifting, in terms of performance? 54:30 “When you have pain during a certain exercise, how do you decide whether it’s worth rehabbing that movement vs. picking a different exercise?” 58:29 “What things have contributed most to your success in powerlifting/bodybuilding?” 1:15:03 How to get YOUR questions answered on the show MORE FROM THE SBS TEAMWork with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches.Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science.Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.RECOMMENDED PRODUCTSTry MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play.BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order.MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.

To keep up with Rick Collins and all of his work in the realm of steroid and supplement law, check him out on Facebook, Instagram, his website, or his regular column in Muscular Development magazine. TIME STAMPS 0:36 Eric is sick of being called “The Next Bo Jackson” 5:50 Greg shares some feats of strength 27:39 Eric defends himself against baseless accusations of methamphetamine use 30:08 How exactly are dietary supplements regulated by the government? Note: For more information on this topic, be sure to check out the Stronger By Science article on dietary supplement regulation 34:45 History of prohormones on the supplement market 36:20 Review of a paper showing that prohormones remained on the supplement market after they were recalled by the FDA 38:16 What exactly counts as a “dietary supplement,” according to the law? How do new ingredients find their way onto the market? 42:23 What is “self-affirmed generally recognized as safe?” 45:52 Review of a paper showing that banned stimulants remained on the supplement market after they were recalled by the FDA. 51:05 Is CBD oil actually a supplement, legally speaking? 56:16 How can consumers make safe, informed decisions about which supplements to take? 1:02:51 To play us out: just because something is on PubMed, doesn’t mean it automatically counts as rigorous evidence. Greg and Eric share two examples that they recently found 1:13:45 Interview with Rick Collins, Esq, CSCS begins 1:16:36 How did Rick carve out a niche as the top lawyer in the world of steroids and dietary supplements? 1:21:33 Rick explains how the government regulates dietary supplements in detail 1:29:08 What are “current good manufacturing practices?” 1:34:39 Do new supplement ingredients require “approval” from the government? 1:39:36 Rick explains the “self-affirmed generally recognized as safe” exemption for new supplement ingredients 1:43:54 The history of non-supplement ingredients being sold as supplements (pro-hormones, stimulants, etc.) 1:49:10 Selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs) 1:54:34 Are “designer stimulants” still prevalent on the supplement market? 1:58:38 People often blame failed drug tests on tainted supplements. Are they being truthful, or is that just a convenient excuse? 2:09:10 Do we need more laws to help regulate the supplement industry? 2:11:00 Rick weighs in on the legal status of CBD oil supplement products 2:15:15 How to stay in touch with Rick Collins MORE FROM THE SBS TEAMWork with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches.Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science.Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.RECOMMENDED PRODUCTSTry MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play.BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order.MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.

Stronger By Science will now be releasing an episode every single week. Every other episode will be a “Question & Answer” (Q&A) episode, in which Eric and Greg answer questions submitted by listeners. If you want your questions answered on a future episode, please submit them using any of the following links: Facebook post Instagram post Twitter post Timestamps 1:30 Should you change the way you train as you approach the age of 40 (and beyond)? How and why do performance and recovery change as we age? 11:42 Considering the result of this 2014 study, would you see similar long-term results from eating a normal amount of a whole protein source, or a smaller protein dose that is supplemented with extra leucine? Article on dietary amino acid balance and hyperphagia. 19:53 What’s your take on long-term effects of heavy lifting on spine and joint health? 31:47 Any recommendations for lifters with spinal loading issues? 43:27 For an advanced lifter, is beltless training useless? 49:02 At what point do you see diminished returns when it comes to the health benefits of getting stronger? 56:40 What would happen if Terry Tao started studying exercise science? What kind of progress would the field make? 1:07:47 A few scientific fields have recently identified issues with replication, reproducibility, and transparency in research. How prevalent are these issues in exercise science? MORE FROM THE SBS TEAMWork with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches.Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science.Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.RECOMMENDED PRODUCTSTry MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play.BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order.MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.

Dr. Jason Cholewa, an expert in fatigue and recovery differences between men and women, discusses the rationale and results of a study. Greg Knuckles and the hosts review powerlifting accomplishments and analyze study data. Jason shares his academic journey and discusses betaine supplementation's effects on body composition. They also touch on accidental high doses and issues with pre-workout supplements. The chapter concludes with discussions on statistical reporting, the rising cost of education, and the potential benefits and drawbacks of cryotherapy.

Outline and Timestamps 0:00:00 Preview of today’s topics 0:01:15 Introductions 0:02:38 Format of the podcast and (low) expectations 0:10:59 Discussion on the link between creatine and hair loss 0:17:48 Summary of study linking creatine to hair loss 0:24:16 Does an increase in DHT necessarily mean more rapid hair loss? And how does this relate to anabolic steroids and hair loss? 0:26:28 Interesting theories from the hair loss literature 0:31:40 The interaction between caffeine and creatine, and gastrointestinal discomfort associated with creatine supplementation 0:38:45 How do combinations of dietary supplements work when consumed together? 0:42:55 How do your genes, and even just knowing about your genes, affect your performance and physiology? 0:49:18 Which makes a bigger difference: your actual genes, or your perception of your genetic predisposition? Is direct-to-consumer genetic testing a good idea for determining your athletic potential? 0:57:26 How strong do people get when they think they’re on steroids, but actually aren’t? 1:06:06 In the first (and final) installment of “Eric’s Seder Stories,” we discuss how gems and crystals relate to exercise science 1:16:17 Interview with Dr. Peter Fitschen begins. Peter shares his background in research and bodybuilding 1:18:52 Peter gets reprimanded for shamelessly shilling his new book 1:19:50 Peter’s research on HMB supplementation 1:26:01 Peter’s research on blood flow restricted training 1:35:20 Peter’s research on bodybuilding contest preparation 1:38:17 “Peak week” approaches for bodybuilding 1:47:55 Making weight for strength sports 1:55:04 Peter’s new book on training and nutrition for bodybuilding Links Eric's article: Not Another Boring Creatine Guide: Answers to FAQs and Lesser-Known Benefits Greg's article: Genetics-Based Expectations Affect Your Physiology Peter's book: Bodybuilding: The Complete Contest Preparation Handbook MORE FROM THE SBS TEAMWork with a Stronger By Science coach: Get personalized training and nutrition plans and ongoing support from one of our expert coaches.Join the Research Spotlight newsletter: Our newsletter is the easiest way to stay up to date with the latest exercise and nutrition science.Join the SBS Facebook group and Subreddit.RECOMMENDED PRODUCTSTry MacroFactor for free: Use code SBS to get a 14-day free trial of our nutrition app MacroFactor. MacroFactor has the fastest food logger on the market and its smart nutrition coach adapts to your metabolism to keep you on track with your goals. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play.BulkSupplements: Next time you stock up on supplements, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order.MASS Research Review: Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.