In this Q&A episode about training, I’m covering the following questions:

Links and resources:

Ep. 75: “The best rep range for hypertrophy - With PhD student Daniel Plotkin” - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/The-best-rep-range-for-hypertrophy---With-PhD-student-Daniel-Plotkin---Ep--75-e2d4v71

Research paper: “Give it a Rest: A systematic review with Bayesian meta-analysis on the effect of inter-set rest interval duration on muscle hypertrophy” by Singer et al., 2024 - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/379791270_Give_it_a_Rest_A_systematic_review_with_Bayesian_meta-analysis_on_the_effect_of_inter-set_rest_interval_duration_on_muscle_hypertrophy 

Research paper: “Gaining more from doing less? The effects of a one-week deload period during supervised resistance training on muscular adaptations” by Coleman et al., 2024 - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10809978/#sec24 

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With a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland, Dr. Allan Bacon is a certified personal trainer, a certified physique and bodybuilding coach, a certified nutritionist, a certified coach for USA Powerlifting, and has formulated professionally for industry-leading dietary supplement companies since 2009.

In this comprehensive interview, we discuss a number of topics pertaining to health and physique, including but not limited to:

Links and resources:

Connect with Allan on Instagram @drallanbacon: https://www.instagram.com/drallanbacon/ 

Visit his company’s website: mauiathletics.com 

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In this episode, I had the honour of making another guest appearance on the 100% Real With Ruby Podcast!

Here’s a sneak peek into our conversation:

Links and resources:

Check out Ruby’s show, 100% Real With Ruby: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AuE922V0eOY4QIdGW3mQ9?si=_BqegO7YQMelhXSB51-84g&utm_source=copy-link&dl_branch=1&nd=1

Connect with Ruby on IG @transformxruby: https://www.instagram.com/transformxruby/

Visit Ruby’s website: https://transformxruby.wordpress.com

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In this solo episode, I’m going to cover the types of “bulking” or muscle-building phases in a surplus that I support or advise against.

Links and resources:

Ep. 84: “Gaining muscle at maintenance vs a surplus - With Jeff Hoehn” - ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Gaining-muscle-at-maintenance-vs-a-surplus---With-Jeff-Hoehn---Ep--84-e2fff2h⁠ 

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In this episode, Dr. Eric Trexler and I cover a variety of fat loss-related questions, including:

Links and resources:

Eric’s article: “Building Muscle in a Caloric Deficit: Context is Key” – https://www.strongerbyscience.com/muscle-caloric-deficit/ 

Listen to his previous interview on this show: Ep. 106 - Fat loss metabolism: all about metabolic adaptation and metabolic “damage” - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Fat-loss-metabolism-all-about-metabolic-adaptation-and-metabolic-damage---With-Dr--Eric-Trexler---Ep--106-e2lmk3g 

Connect with Eric on IG @trexlerfitness: https://www.instagram.com/trexlerfitness/ 

Check out MASS: massresearchreview.com 

Watch MASS Office Hours live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MASSResearchReview/streams 

Or listen to the MASS Office Hours podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mass-office-hours/id1707757034 

Tune into the Iron Culture Podcast: https://ironculture.libsyn.com/ 

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This solo episode covers the answers to all these questions.

Links and resources:

Ep. 95: “What to do if your training performance is stalling or getting worse” – https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/What-to-do-if-your-training-performance-is-stalling-or-getting-worse---Ep--95-e2is15d 

Ep. 92: “Evidence-based sleep tips for health, muscle growth, and fat loss - With Greg Potter PhD” – https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Evidence-based-sleep-tips-for-muscle-growth-and-fat-loss---With-Greg-Potter-PhD---Ep--92-e2i2up3  

Research paper: “Effects of High Versus Low Protein Intake on Body Composition and Maximal Strength in Aspiring Female Physique Athletes Engaging in an 8-Week Resistance Training Program” by Campbell and colleagues – https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijsnem/28/6/article-p580.xml 

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Joe Klemczewski, PhD has earned degrees in physical therapy, health, nutrition, literary journalism, health education, and social psychology.

In this episode, we delve into the psychology of individuals who successfully lose fat and maintain their results:

Links and resources:

Connect with Joe on Instagram @joeklemczewski: https://www.instagram.com/joeklemczewski/ 

Visit his company's website: https://www.thedietdoc.com/ 

Check out his podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedietdocweightloss 

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In the second and final segment of this mini-series, I’ll use my experience planning my fat loss and muscle gain phases between January and August 2024 as a practical example of how to devise a nutrition plan to prepare for a special event, like a major surgery (such as mine), a wedding, an important holiday, or another event that’s meaningful to you.

Links and resources:

Ep. 35 - Getting fit for top surgery - With gender-affirming surgeon Ioannis Ntanos - https://anchor.fm/fit-to-transform/episodes/Getting-fit-for-top-surgery---With-gender-affirming-surgeon-Ioannis-Ntanos---Ep--35-e202l2g 

Ep. 55 - Achieving a body (and mindset) recomp for top surgery - With Client Sam - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Achieving-a-body-and-mindset-recomp-for-top-surgery---With-Client-Sam---Ep--55-e27d5sv 

Blog post: “A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Fit for Top Surgery” - https://www.fittotransformtraining.com/blog/top-surgery-guide 

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In the first segment of this two-part mini series, I’m going to use my top surgery training program as a practical example of how to apply the scientific principles of hypertrophy to the design of a specialization cycle, the goal of which is to prioritise the rate of growth of specific muscles over others.

Links and resources:

Ep. 35 - Getting fit for top surgery - With gender-affirming surgeon Ioannis Ntanos - https://anchor.fm/fit-to-transform/episodes/Getting-fit-for-top-surgery---With-gender-affirming-surgeon-Ioannis-Ntanos---Ep--35-e202l2g 

Ep. 55 - Achieving a body (and mindset) recomp for top surgery - With Client Sam - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Achieving-a-body-and-mindset-recomp-for-top-surgery---With-Client-Sam---Ep--55-e27d5sv 

Blog post: “A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Fit for Top Surgery” - https://www.fittotransformtraining.com/blog/top-surgery-guide 

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Physiotherapist and bodybuilding coach Mike Challis is back on the podcast to answer a wide array of physiotherapy-related topics, including:

Links and resources:

Ep. 64: “Navigating pain, injury, and training safety - With Mike Challis” - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/episodes/Navigating-pain--injury--and-training-safety---With-Mike-Challis---Ep--64-e297r3u 

Follow Mike on Instagram @mikerevivestronger: https://www.instagram.com/mikerevivestronger/

Visit the Revive Stronger website for their coaching, podcast, and other content: http://revivestronger.com/

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