The MOVEMENT Movement

Episode 249: The BEST Exercises You’ve NEVER Heard Of


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Nick Nilsson, widely known as the "Mad Scientist of Muscle," is a fitness expert renowned for his innovative and unconventional training methods. With over 20 years of experience in bodybuilding and strength training, Nick has crafted unique exercises and programs that challenge traditional fitness norms. Holding degrees in Physical Education and Psychology, Nick blends advanced biomechanics and anatomy with creative exercise design. He is the author of several books, including The Best Exercises You’ve Never Heard Of and Gluteus to the Maximus – Build a Bigger Butt NOW!, as well as the creator of the "Time-Volume Training" method, which maximizes muscle growth using efficient, adaptable techniques. Nick shares his expertise through his website FitStep.com and contributions to major fitness platforms like Bodybuilding.com and Iron Man Magazine. Inspired by his father’s commitment to fitness and his own journey from endurance sports to bodybuilding, he has built a career helping others achieve their health and physique goals. Known for transforming limited resources into effective workouts, Nick continues to inspire fitness enthusiasts worldwide, living up to his reputation as the "Mad Scientist of Muscle."

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Nick Nilsson about optimizing movement patterns for efficient muscle growth.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How incorporating innovative exercise approaches optimizing movement yields better results.

- Why you should engage your deep core muscles with unique exercises like sitting at a desk and lifting your legs.

- How you should focus on angiogenesis for muscle growth by performing high-rep sets followed by heavy low-rep steps.

- Why utilizing loaded resistance stretching stimulates muscle growth through hyperplasia.

- How angio sets and connective tissue training help you grow your muscles while improving circulation.

Connect with Nick:

Guest Contact Info X: @nicknilsson

Instagram: @nicknilsson1

Facebook: facebook.com/nicknilssonmadscientist

Links Mentioned: https://fitstep.com/

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