Today’s show begins with a recap of results from the men’s division of the IPF world championships and USAPL Mega-Nationals. After that, Eric revisits the topic of beta-ecdysterone and turkesterone supplementation in light of some controversy within the supplement industry. Next, Greg discusses the newest Stronger By Science article by Cameron Gill, which explores the most commonly neglected movements and muscles. That’s followed by a Coach’s Corner segment in which Eric discusses carbohydrate overfeeding in the context of bulking diets, and directly compares it to fat overfeeding. Finally, Greg discusses an unfortunate example of “science by press release” related to running’s effects on aortic stiffness, and Eric closes out the show by recommending some music to lift to. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:22)Feats of Strength (3:53)World Open Classic Powerlifting Championships scoresheetsUSAPL Mega Nationals resultsRevisiting turkesterone and phytoecdysteroids (10:37)Lab Testing Results Of Turkesterone, Beta EcdysteroneEcdysteroids as non-conventional anabolic agent: performance enhancement by ecdysterone supplementation in humansSBS Podcast Episode 8: Drug Testing, New Supplement Research, Squat Science, and Dr. Eric HelmsTurkesterone Explained: What's All The Hype About? by Jeff NippardTurkesterone Talk with Dr. Eric Trexler and Jeff NippardSBS Article Discussion: The Most Commonly Neglected Movements and Muscles (and Exercises to Address Weak Links) (28:27)The Most Commonly Neglected Movements And Muscles (And Exercises To Address Weak Links)Coach’s Corner: Carbohydrate overfeeding and bulking macros (37:31)De novo lipogenesis during controlled overfeeding with sucrose or glucose in lean and obese womenEffect of carbohydrate overfeeding on whole body and adipose tissue metabolism in humansGlycogen storage capacity and de novo lipogenesis during massive carbohydrate overfeeding in manIf You Go "High Carb", You Better Go Really High! Seven Meals/Day, More than 800g of Carbs, Less Than 50g of Fat & 1000kcal Over Maintenance and Still "Lean Gains"!Research Review: Does running increase aortic stiffness in men? (1:00:15)Endurance exercise may affect body's largest artery differently in men and womenFrom runner’s face to dodgy knees: Why running helps keep women young, but ages menIs running associated with a lower risk of all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer mortality, and is the more the better? A systematic review and meta-analysisReduction in incident stroke risk with vigorous physical activity: evidence from 7.7-year follow-up of the national runners' health studyRunning to Lower Resting Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysisTo Play Us Out: Music recommendations for lifting (Tool and Mastodon) (1:13:09) 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.

Today’s show begins with a recap of results from the women’s division of the IPF world champions. After that, Greg shares a hybrid Article Discussion/Tech Support segment about a new article covering MacroFactor’s revamped food logging system, which makes it (objectively) the fastest food logger on the market. After that, Greg and Eric debut the “Armchair Scientist’s Corner,” a spinoff of the Coach’s Corner segment, in which they discuss some unfavorable trends in the scientific literature. That’s followed by a Q&A segment covering topics including how to make incremental changes to your daily calorie target, creatine’s effects on hydration and cognitive function, nasal breathing, and how exercise might (or might not) impact certain health-oriented nutrition recommendations. Finally, to close out the show, Eric presents a history lesson about how the field of exercise science came to be. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage (1:12)Feats of Strength (8:00)Results of the 2022 World Open Classic Powerlifting ChampionshipsSBS Article Discussion / Tech Support: Confirming MacroFactor’s top spot as the fastest food logger on the market (14:20)What is the Fastest Food Logger? We Designed a System to Find OutArmchair Scientist’s Corner: The state of science, and rethinking the hierarchy of evidence (25:24)Tweet about systematic reviews and RCTsNew evidence pyramidMany researchers were not compliant with their published data sharing statement: mixed-methods studyQ&A (50:58)Once you set an initial daily calorie target based on your estimated total daily energy expenditure, how do you adjust your diet from there? (51:07)From Mass To Energy: The Basic Physiology Of CaloriesMacroFactor’s Algorithms and Core PhilosophyCan you actually “use” the extra water that’s associated with intramuscular creatine storage? (55:37)The Physiological Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Hydration: A ReviewWhat does the research on the cognitive benefits of creatine supplementation look like these days? (59:10)Creatine Supplementation and Brain HealthIs there any detriment to mouth breathing versus nose breathing? (1:10:04)Why do some people assume that many health-oriented nutrition principles don't apply to them just because they’re lean, well-trained, or physically active? (1:16:18)Metabolic effects of a prolonged, very-high-dose dietary fructose challenge in healthy subjectsTo Play Us Out: The history of exercise physiology (1:30:58) 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.

In today’s episode, Greg and Eric revisit the topic of buffering supplements and fatigue as Eric presents a Research Review about the mechanisms driving neuromuscular fatigue. After that, Greg discusses his cover story from the most recent issue of the MASS Research Review, which is also available at strongerbyscience.com. In the article, Greg explores under-representation of female participants within strength, hypertrophy, and supplement research. The discussion covers the extent of the disparity, the surprising observation that the gap is getting worse over time, and how this research imbalance impacts training and nutrition recommendations for female lifters. Next, Eric shares a Coach’s Corner segment about programming high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training (SIT) for lifters. Finally, to close out the show, Eric and Greg share some music and video game recommendations. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:26)Feats of Strength (6:53)Antonino PizzolatoResearch Review: Fatigue mechanisms (8:32)Lactic Acid and Exercise PerformancePeripheral fatigue: new mechanistic insights from recent technologiesNeural Contributions to Muscle Fatigue: From the Brain to the Muscle and Back AgainPhosphate and acidosis act synergistically to depress peak power in rat muscle fibersThe major challenges (and low success rates) of mechanistic speculation (23:07)SBS Article Discussion: Where are all the Female Participants in Strength, Hypertrophy, and Supplement Research? (29:32)Where Are All The Female Participants In Strength, Hypertrophy, And Supplement Research?Strength And Physique Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Master ListDo findings from male participants typically generalize to female participants? (42:25)Why more research with female participants is needed (53:27)Coach’s Corner: HIIT programming (59:27)High-intensity interval training for health benefits and care of cardiac diseases - The key to an efficient exercise protocolEndurance Training Intensity Does Not Mediate Interference to Maximal Lower-Body Strength Gain during Short-Term Concurrent TrainingCentral and peripheral fatigue following non-exhaustive and exhaustive exercise of disparate metabolic demandsExercise-induced muscle damage following a bout of sport specific repeated sprintsClarification about sex disparities in research (1:16:12)To Play Us Out: The Black Keys, Hill Country Blues, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus (1:24:52)Hill country blues 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.

Today’s episode begins with a spoiler in the Feats of Strength segment, as we discuss the winner of this year’s World’s Strongest Man competition. After that, Eric presents a Research Roundup segment about buffering strategies. The segment is mostly about new research on beta-alanine and a couple of related ingredients (carnosine and anserine), but also includes discussions about hyperventilation and the mechanisms involved with various buffering strategies. After that, Greg discusses his newest article on the MacroFactor website, which is called “The Problems with Calorie Counting.” It explores the shortcomings of many common strategies implemented by calorie counters, such as aiming for generic calorie targets or using wearable technologies or predictive equations to estimate energy expenditure. Finally, the show closes with a music recommendation from Eric, and some interesting lichen facts presented by Greg. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (3:18)Feats of Strength (4:26)Research Roundup: Buffering strategies (6:36)Beta-alanine (7:34)Does beta-alanine supplementation enhance adaptations to resistance training? A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind studyMechanisms (17:41)Hyperventilation (23:41)Hyperventilation-Aided Recovery for Extra Repetitions on Bench Press and Leg PressCarnosine and Anserine (30:55)The ergogenic effect of acute carnosine and anserine supplementation: dosing, timing, and underlying mechanismErgogenic effect of pre-exercise chicken broth ingestion on a high-intensity cycling time-trialSBS Article Discussion: The Problems with Calorie Counting (43:20)Issues with generic calorie targets (46:53)Issues with wearables for estimating energy expenditure (54:05)Issues with common TDEE estimation equations (1:00:56) To Play Us Out: Wilco and Lichens (1:19:21) 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.

Today’s episode begins with two unconventional but remarkable Feats of Strength. After that, Eric presents a Research Review segment about the deleterious effects of sedentary time (even in people who regularly exercise), and some practical strategies for reducing sedentary time. Next, Greg reviews a study linking certain masculine traits to mating success, which has been spread widely (and misinterpreted widely) on social media. That’s followed by a brief segment about high-intensity interval training (HIIT), in which Eric clarifies some definitions and describes the wide range of protocols that fall under the “HIIT” umbrella, which can be very adaptable and accessible to all fitness levels. Finally, the show closes with a music recommendation from Eric.SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:29)Feats of Strength (9:00)John BrzenkDon GorskeResearch Review: Sedentary Time (19:33)Sedentary behaviour and risk of all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer mortality, and incident type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and dose response meta-analysisSedentary time and its association with risk for disease incidence, mortality, and hospitalization in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysisJoint associations of accelero-meter measured physical activity and sedentary time with all-cause mortality: a harmonised meta-analysis in more than 44 000 middle-aged and older individualsMET levels and physical activity (25:59)2011 Compendium of Physical Activities: a second update of codes and MET valuesExercise snacks (33:58)Exercise Snacks: A Novel Strategy to Improve Cardiometabolic HealthResearch Review: Mating Success (40:17)The Male Trait That Best Predicts Men's Mating SuccessA meta-analysis of the association between male dimorphism and fitness outcomes in humansCoach’s Corner: HIIT Protocols (1:02:19)High-intensity interval training for health benefits and care of cardiac diseases - The key to an efficient exercise protocolTo Play Us Out: Music Recommendation (Radiohead) (1:13:10)Radiohead Wikipedia page 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.

Today’s show is an uncharacteristically anecdote-heavy episode of the podcast. After Greg shares some new Feats of Strength, Eric presents a Coach’s Corner segment about a modified version of the “one-meal-a-day” (OMAD) eating pattern. This strategy, which may be described as protein-sparing-modified-time-restricted-eating, aims to capitalize on the potential upsides of OMAD while attenuating the downsides. After that, Greg shares his own Coach’s Corner segment about joint-friendly warm-up strategies, which leads to a broader discussion about where anecdotal evidence fits within an evidence-based approach to training, nutrition, or content creation. Next, Eric answers a listener’s question about how to retain muscle while cutting. Finally, to close out the show, Greg recommends some people you should follow on social media, along with a new media recommendation.  SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:20)Feats of Strength (4:43)Coach’s Corner: protein-sparing-modified-time-restricted-feeding (modified OMAD) (6:45)Coach’s Corner: joint-friendly warm-up strategies (25:16)General discussion about where anecdotal evidence fits within an evidence-based approach to training, nutrition, or content creation (38:18)Q&A: How to retain muscle while cutting (49:28)Effect of two different weight-loss rates on body composition and strength and power-related performance in elite athletesSystematic Review and Meta-analysis: When One Study Is Just not EnoughLean mass sparing in resistance-trained athletes during caloric restriction: the role of resistance training volumePeople to follow on social media (1:12:58)Ben Patrick, Ben Carpenter, Claire Zai, Emma Storey-GordonTo Play Us Out: Media recommendation (1:24:41)Under the Banner of Heaven 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.

Today’s episode features two remarkable Feats of Strength – one from a human, and one from a tree. After that, Eric presents a Research Review segment in defense of dietary fiber, and Greg responds to some feedback about previous segments on oral contraceptives and the impact of exercise on mortality. Finally, the show closes with a discussion about how to encourage people to start exercising (and maintain it), along with some vague words of caution and a shocking revelation about kiwis. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:06)Feats of Strength (3:52)Jessica Buettner deadlifts 250kg x 2Jessica Buettner squats 217.5kgResearch Review: Dietary fiber (7:25)A Short-Term Low-Fiber Diet Reduces Body Mass in Healthy Young Men: Implications for Weight-Sensitive SportsHealth benefits of dietary fiberThe Health Benefits of Dietary FibreThree common anti-fiber (or anti-plant) claims (23:02)Q&A (31:52)Responding to feedback about oral contraceptives (32:00)Discussion on prior episodeResponding to feedback about exercise and mortality (36:10)Discussion on prior episodeHow can I encourage someone who doesn't currently exercise to start exercising and maintain it? (49:37)Self-determination theoryTo Play Us Out: Vague words of caution, and a shocking revelation about kiwis (1:09:16)Jeff Nippard's video: Is The Sumo Deadlift Cheating? (Response To CBum) 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.

Today’s episode features a crazy (and historic) Feat of Strength, which leads into a discussion about whether or not sumo deadlifting is cheating. After that, Eric answers a few questions from listeners about topics including easy vegetarian protein sources, how to deal with a tendency to procrastinate, how long a weight loss phase can last, and whether or not you should have a maintenance phase immediately after a bulking phase. Finally, to close out the show, Greg discusses his recent article about how oral contraceptives impact (or don’t impact) training adaptations, along with a brief discussion about some good (and absolutely terrible) television show endings. SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewSubscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (1:37)Feats of Strength (9:42)Krzysztof WierzbickiIs the sumo deadlift cheating? (11:50)Is The Sumo Deadlift Cheating? (Jeff Nippard video)Should You Deadlift Conventional Or Sumo?Q&A (34:46)Considering the road to enlightenment: is there a vegetarian variation of the culinary shredded chicken staple? (35:05)Any insight on dealing with procrastination? (37:21)If you intend to lose a lot of weight, should you break the cut into 12-week increments with some maintenance periods in between, or lose it all in one continuous cut? (54:14)More info on diet breaksDo you need to do a maintenance period after a bulk to effectively retain the newly added muscle mass? (57:47)SBS Article Discussion: Do Oral Contraceptives Affect Your Gains? (1:04:45)Do Oral Contraceptives Affect Your Gains?Molecular markers of skeletal muscle hypertrophy following 10 wk of resistance training in oral contraceptive users and nonusersTo Play Us Out: Endings of television seasons/shows (1:17:34) 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.

Today’s episode features a huge breakthrough in Eric’s Road to Athens segment, which leads to a mini Coach’s Corner segment about training around hip pain. After that, Eric discusses his recent Stronger By Science article about body recomposition and gaining strength or muscle mass while in a caloric deficit. Finally, much of the show is dedicated to reviewing the research covered in the newest “Best of MASS” issue, which is now free to download. To close out the show, Eric provides further proof that reading is bad, and Greg provides some media recommendations (and anti-recommendations). SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewGet the free 130-page "Best Of" issue of MASS Research Review. This brand new "Best Of" issue of MASS contains 5 articles, 2 videos, and 10 Research Brief articles breaking down some of the best and most relevant nutrition, strength, and physique research from 2021-2022.Subscribe to the MASS Research Review during the big anniversary sale (ending May 3).MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements: MASS Anniversary Sale (0:00)Feats of Strength (4:04)Krzysztof WeirzbickiRoad to the Stage / Road to Athens (8:13)Coach’s Corner: Training around hip pain (11:26)SBS Article Discussion: Building Muscle in a Caloric Deficit: Context is Key (20:25)Research Roundup: MASS anniversary edition (44:06)All articles and studies discussed in this segment can be found hereA Heuristic For Estimating Energy Expenditure During Resistance Training (44:34)The Bench Press May Target Different Muscles in Male and Female Lifters (55:06)Attentional Focus May Influence Strength Development (1:02:53)The Interference Effect is Getting Less Scary by the Day (1:20:39)Episode 74: Energy Compensation, Interference Effect, Underestimating SupplementsAn Update on Sarcoplasmic Hypertrophy (1:21:01)Extra-quick summaries (1:35:37)Replacing Animal Proteins With Plant Proteins: Are There Any Downsides?Collagen Protein Isn’t Great for Promoting Muscle HypertrophyAdding Another Layer to the Energy Compensation DiscussionIs Everything That’s Measured Worth Managing?Cold Exposure For Fat Loss: Physiology Can Be “Cool” Without Being UsefulWhen and How are Flexible Templates Actually Useful?The Link Between Overtraining and Low Energy AvailabilityThe Most Comprehensive Look at Proximity to Failure YetTime-Efficient Programming StrategiesPeriodizing Singles in Powerlifting TrainingTo Play Us Out: Why reading is bad, and media recommendations (1:47:42) 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.

Today’s episode features a big milestone in Greg’s Road to the Stage update, followed by a Research Review that’s sure to stir up some controversy and debate. Researchers recently reported that a little bit of resistance training is associated with lower risk of chronic disease and mortality, but doing more than 2-2.5 hours per week appeared to be considerably worse than doing only 30-60 minutes per week, and potentially worse than doing none at all. In this Research Review, Greg gets to the bottom of it and provides some tentative but practical conclusions. After that, Greg and Eric answer a few questions from listeners, covering topics including potential sleep disruption from pre-bed meals, cannabis for lifters, creatine timing, what to do when you’ve met your daily protein target but you’re below your total calorie target, the way overhead press strength scales with body weight, consequences of insufficient protein intake, how volume for one muscle influences hypertrophy for other muscles, and the role of debates in evidence-based fitness. To close out the show, Eric presents his second (but very disappointing) installment of the fan-favorite segment, “Eric’s Seder Stories.” SUPPORT THE PODCASTReceive our Research Spotlight newsletter, and check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MacroFactorIf you want to learn more about our MacroFactor diet app, check it out  here.To join in on the MacroFactor conversation, check out our Facebook group and subreddit.MASS Research ReviewGet a free 130-page issue of MASS Research Review. This brand new "Best Of" issue of MASS contains 5 articles, 2 videos, and 10 Research Brief articles breaking down some of the best and most relevant nutrition, strength, and physique research from 2021-2022.Subscribe to the MASS Research Review to get concise and applicable breakdowns of the latest strength, physique, and nutrition research – delivered monthly.Bulk SupplementsFinally, next time you stock up on supplements from BulkSupplements.com, be sure to use the promo code “SBSPOD” (all caps) to get 5% off your entire order. TIME STAMPSIntro/Announcements (0:00)Road to the Stage / Road to Athens (3:21)Research Review: The effects of lifting on mortality risk (11:10)Muscle-strengthening activities are associated with lower risk and mortality in major non-communicable diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies Q&A (42:23)Is a high-protein meal before bed worth the potential boost for muscle protein synthesis if it causes sleep disruption? (43:07)Walking Benefits and Pre-Sleep ProteinAny updates on the effects of cannabis on strength or hypertrophy? (48:35)Q&A: Warming Up, Calculating Volume, Assessing Fatigue, and Creatine Non-RespondersCannabis Use and Sport: A Systematic ReviewCannabis and Athletic PerformanceShould creatine be consumed after workouts to maximize its effects? (52:55)Timing of Creatine Supplementation around Exercise: A Real Concern?Creatine guide: Addendum about gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort in response to creatine ingestionYou’re planning for three meals per day, but already hit your protein target within the first two meals. How much protein should you eat in your third meal? (55:12)Why does the strict overhead press scale so hard with bodyweight compared to other lifts, particularly the jerk? (1:01:36)What happens if you massively undereat protein? (1:07:46)How much does one’s volume for any given muscle affect (positively or negatively) hypertrophy for other muscles? (1:09:29)Why don’t you debate ? (1:18:19)To Play Us Out: Eric’s Seder Stories, Part 2 (1:32:09)Episode 1: Creatine, Genetics, and Dr. Peter Fitschen 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.