10 Gym Debates We Can't Settle
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In today’s episode, we debate ten strength and fitness-related topics that science can’t settle for us! How important are deloads really? Does exercise order matter a lot or a little? And will compound lifts really give you the best bang for your buck? See the timestamps below for all topics. And please tell us what you thought about this episode format, since it’s a bit looser and less formal than usual! Timestamps: 07:00 - Gym Debate no. 1: 10:45 - Gym Debate no. 2: High vs low 16:45 - Gym Debate no. 3: Does perfect technique matter for hypertrophy and/or strength? 22:00 - Gym...
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The Science of Injury Prevention
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No matter if you're an active athlete or you just enjoy living an active life, are something you want to stay clear of. But are injuries a given part of both training and life, or can you train in a way that greatly reduces your ? In today's episode, we discuss a looking into how different types of training affect your injury risk. *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also follow us on Instagram. You’ll find Daniel at , and Philip at . Become a part of . *** This podcast is brought to you by...
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How Much Weaker Are You When Fasting?
The Strength Log
How does affect your workouts? Do you still have the same strength, power, and endurance as when you are well-fed and hydrated? That's what sought to investigate, which we’re discussing today! *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also follow us on Instagram. You’ll find Daniel at , and Philip at . Become a part of . *** This podcast is brought to you by Styrkelabbet AB, Sweden. To support us, download . It's completely ad-free and the most generous fitness app on the market, giving you access to...
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Strength Training for Running
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become muscle-bound and slow. Or, at least that is what many still seem to believe. But research into strength training for long-distance runners actually paints a very different picture. In today’s episode, we talk about why basically every runner with even an iota of ambition should add strength training to their training regimen – along with how to do it, and what you, as a runner, should prioritize in the gym. *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also follow us on Instagram. You’ll find...
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Why Do People Hate Deadlifting?
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Another week, another summer mailbag! And we have six great questions for you today, including ones about deadlifts, injury rehab, and sleep quality. See the timestamps below. Timestamps: 03:30 - Question 1: Why does everyone (meaning Philip) hate the ? 12:15 - Question 2: Benefits and drawbacks of slower rep-tempos (e.g., 3-0-3). 20:45 - Question 3: I just completed a , and I am very happy with the results. Now, I’m going to do a month of either your Mad Cow or 4-day push-pull program. When could I start following an arm program like yours again? 26:00 - Question 4: ? I know you talked...
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If Building Muscle Is Easy, Why Is Everyone Stuck?
The Strength Log
Summer mailbag time, and you guys and gals sent us a bunch of great questions once again! The first one deals with the hidden gap between fitness science and real life: If research shows that building muscle is easy, why isn’t every person you see at the gym jacked? We spent a good deal of time on that one before moving on to four more questions; see the timestamps below. We’ll be back next week with the second part of this mailbag, answering another handful of questions. Timestamps: 04:00 - Question 1: It seems to me that many of the studies you discuss show that it's easier to gain...
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The Road to Your First Pull-Up
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Getting your first or is a major milestone for most people who train. But how do you go about it effectively and quickly? In today’s episode, we present a plan that’s been proven to work time and time again, no matter if you’re a woman or a man, light or heavy. We break down the exercises that will take you towards your first pull-up, and explain why lat pulldowns and rows aren’t as useful as a lot of people claim on the road to your first pull-up. *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also...
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Vacation Training: How Little Can You Get Away With?
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Summer vacation is coming up, and we gym rats start wondering how little strength training we can get away with without losing muscle mass and strength. And what if we ? In this episode, we cover everything you need to know about scaling back your training when traveling or spending time in a hammock. We also give you tips on practical programming when you don’t have access to a fully equipped gym, including targeting the larger muscle groups. *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also...
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Can Strength Training Help Overweight Kids?
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is among the best things you can do to improve your health, and that goes for both adults and children. But what kind of effects does who are overweight or obese? In today’s episode, we're discussing looking into exactly this – and the results are encouraging! *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also follow us on Instagram. You’ll find Daniel at , and Philip at . Become a part of . *** This podcast is brought to you by Styrkelabbet AB, Sweden. To support us, download . It's completely ad-free...
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Is the Mind-Muscle Connection Real?
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If you focus on feeling your , can you increase their activity and grow them faster? In bodybuilding, this concept is known as the mind-muscle connection. But is it real, and – even if it is – should you care? The mind-muscle connection is the topic of today's episode, and we have on it to kick us off! *** Do you like what you hear so far? Please leave a five-star review in your podcast player. And hit that follow button! You can also follow us on Instagram. You’ll find Daniel at , and Philip at . Become a part of . *** This podcast is brought to you by Styrkelabbet AB, Sweden. To...
info_outlineSummer mailbag time, and you guys and gals sent us a bunch of great questions once again! The first one deals with the hidden gap between fitness science and real life: If research shows that building muscle is easy, why isn’t every person you see at the gym jacked?
We spent a good deal of time on that one before moving on to four more questions; see the timestamps below.
We’ll be back next week with the second part of this mailbag, answering another handful of questions.
Timestamps:
- 04:00 - Question 1: It seems to me that many of the studies you discuss show that it's easier to gain muscle and strength than what is commonly believed. This clashes a bit with my real-life experience, where I see the same people (more or less) at the gym, seemingly not progressing much. Why this dichotomy?
- 19:15 - Question 2: I've started doing the incline bench press due to time constraints, as I believe it’s a good exercise for both the shoulders and the chest. But will it instead mean that neither of them gets enough training? Is it better to choose either shoulder presses or regular bench presses instead?
- 24:45 - Question 3: You guys do an amazing job with StrengthLog, this podcast, and the community. Top quality in everything. What are the main challenges you face in keeping this up? Especially when there are f***ing annoying people like me?
- 30:00 - Question 4: What do you think are the most under-trained muscles or muscle groups, and why? Should programming best practices include coverage for these muscles, and can it be done without very specialized equipment?
- 39:30 - Question 5: I'd like to know your origin story! How did you meet? What made you decide to make your app/company?
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