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Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi

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Nov 23, 2024 • 1h 26min

Q&A 15 (Ft. Abel Csabai) - Jeff Nippard Assault, Bro Splits, Exercise Variation

In this discussion, exercise science expert Abel Csabai shares insights on some hot fitness topics. He critiques the recent controversy surrounding Jeff Nippard, exploring social media's impact on influencers. Csabai delves into the effectiveness of bro splits versus more balanced workout routines and how personal enjoyment matters in training. He also tackles dietary changes for cholesterol management, emphasizing lifestyle over medication and reflects on the differences in strength levels and body image perceptions in the fitness community.
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Oct 25, 2024 • 1h 3min

Andrew Jones - Fitness Before And After Heart Transplant

0:00- Intro               0:30- Andrew’s story               15:00- LVAD               19:00- Heart transplant               52:00- Andrew’s training               57:00- Movie talk 
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Oct 12, 2024 • 1h 5min

Dr. Pak - Lengthened Partials vs Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy, Stronger By Science, Echo Chambers

0:00- Intro               1:00- Pak’s background and strength               8:00- Bodybuilding versus other endeavors               10:30- New lengthened partials research               17:30- Stretch mediated hypertrophy vs lengthened partials               22:00- Lengthened partials               35:00- Advanced trainees and genetic elites               51:00- Stronger By Science               1:00:00- Appealing to the masses               1:04:00- Where to find Dr. Pak
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Sep 29, 2024 • 1h 44min

Alex Leonidas - Energy Flux, Calisthenics, Best Curls, Vegan Gains

In this episode, health and fitness expert Alex Leonidas dives into the intriguing concept of G-Flux, explaining how energy balance influences performance. He discusses the challenges of maintaining strength while cutting and shares valuable tips for calisthenics. Alex also explores the nuances of a vegan diet, shedding light on common mistakes and the importance of balanced nutrition. He critiques partial reps in weightlifting, advocating for full range motion to maximize results, and revisits the evolution of bicep training, combining science with personal anecdotes.
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Sep 20, 2024 • 55min

Nicolas Verhoeven (Part 2) - Rancid Fish Oil, Xylitol Dangers, Medical Innovation

0:00- Intro               0:45- Fish oil and oxidation               18:50- Xylitol and Erythritol               28:00- Controlling for multiple variables               34:30- Rhodiola and stress               40:10- The future of medical innovation
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Sep 13, 2024 • 53min

Nicolas Verhoeven (Part 1) - Saturated Fat, LDL and ApoB, Statins and PCSK9 Inhibitors

0:00- Intro               0:30- PhD process               8:00- Repetitiveness in expertise               14:40- Saturated fat, LDL, and ApoB               41:00- Statins, PCSK9 inhibitors               47:00- Human equivalent doses 
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Aug 31, 2024 • 1h 11min

Vigorous Steve - Finasteride, Fertility, Health Markers

0:00- Intro            1:00- Taking gear for events            4:00- Having enhanced guests on the podcast            10:00- Testing health markers while on a cycle            15:40- Finasteride            37:20- Fertility struggles            46:00- Adoption            51:30- Leo and Longevity update            56:30- the future of medicine
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Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 6min

Brian DeCosta - Elite Genetics, High Volumes, What Motivates Top Athletes

0:00- Intro            0:30- Charity donation            1:30- Background on Brian            5:00- Genetics            10:30- What is truly impressive?            13:30- Is it harder to draw motivation as you become more successful?                   18:00- Training with Mike Israetel and Jared Feather            19:30- High training volumes            21:30- Deloading and periodizing            25:00- Recovery and supplements            31:30- Social media and phone addiction            37:30- The psychological benefits of exercising regularly            41:30- Thinking about the aging bodybuilder            43:00- Physical endeavors outside of bodybuilding            49:00- Strength comparisons relative to bodyweight            53:00- Dealing with criticism from others            1:01:00- Coaching as a long-term career            1:05:00- Where to find Brian 
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Aug 10, 2024 • 1h 42min

Q&A 14 (Ft. Abel Csabai) - Wasting Newbie Gains, Importance of Carbs, Extending Intensity Sets

In this episode, fitness expert Abel Csabai shares his insights on effective training techniques and nutrition. He discusses the nuances of myo-reps and rest-pause sets, addressing how to push your limits safely. Abel emphasizes the critical role of carbohydrates in muscle growth and explores the potential for wasting newbie gains if training isn't optimized. He also touches on the importance of dental health and how fitness influences romantic attraction, revealing that personality often outweighs physical appearance.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 43min

Eric Helms + Steve Hall - Leaner Gains, Individual Fatigue, Supersetting

0:00- Intro               1:00- Taking gains from other muscle groups               7:00- Will untrained muscles hold back maximal growth of other muscles?               14:00- How are we tracking workouts?               18:00- Boostcamp               19:00- Future competition plans               26:00- Should anyone be bulking up for gains?               33:00- Dedicating oneself to purely bodybuilding               37:00- Rest pause vs drop sets vs straight sets               50:00- Fatigue drop offs set to set59:00- Are Eric and Steve doing cardio?1:02:00- Supersetting at the gym1:09:00- VO2 Max1:10:00- Getting a deep stretch on back exercises1:19:00- Bathroom frequency while bulking vs cutting \1:27:00- Finasteride1:35:00- Wrapping up with future plans 

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