June 25, 2024

9. Transition from powerlifting to bodybuilding - Dr. Eric Helms

1 hour 44 minutes

In this interview, I asked Dr. Eric Helms about how a powerlifter can transition to bodybuilding. This episode is for lifters who have been primarily doing strength training, but now want to look more aesthetic and build muscle.

Is Starting Strength good for building muscle? How should powerlifters change their training? Lagging muscle groups for powerlifters? Favorite bodybuilding exercises? Is soreness an indicator of progress? Can you build muscle while losing fat?

Timestamps:

0:00 Eric Helms bio and coaching experience

11:36 History of powerlifting & bodybuilding

20:30 2010s recommendations: Starting Strength, 5x5, Madcow, 5/3/1

29:50 Should beginners still do Starting Strength?

55:15 How can intermediate powerlifters transition to bodybuilding?

1:00:30 What are common lagging muscles in powerlifters?

1:05:17 Actually training failure, shortened and lengthened positions?

1:20:04 Is soreness a good indicator of muscle growth?

1:24:39 Most effective exercises for lats, biceps, and calves?

1:33:36 Can a powerlifter build muscle while cutting?

1:42:45 Where to find Eric?