I had Alberto Nunez back on the Swole Radio Podcast to analyze his current training program. We discuss:

0:14 training split and layout

11:06 his main exercises for each muscle group

24:10 training volumes (sets per week)

30:23 his results training 3 days per week

40:08 intensity techniques: heavy singles, moo reps

50:55 nutrition, bulking and cutting vs. body recomposition 

Alberto’s IG: @nunez3dmj

3dmj: https://www.3dmusclejourney.com/

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Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 

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I had Brad Schoenfeld back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss optimal training for hypertrophy. We cover some of his recent research and perspectives:

0:23 Without fail: muscular adaptations in single set resistance training performed to failure or with repetitions in reserve 

4:18 is there an incremental benefit of training closer to failure?

7:39 Give it a rest: a systematic review with Bayesian meta-analysis on the effect of inter-set rest interval duration on muscle hypertrophy

16:38 how to program rep ranges for hypertrophy

24:34 Do cheaters prosper? Effect of externally supplied momentum during resistance training on measures of upper body muscle hypertrophy

28:10 Optimizing resistance training technique to maximize muscle hypertrophy: a narrative review

32:08 how do you know if an exercise is good for you?

37:24 how should people find their optimal training volume?

43:20 how to run deloads

Brad’s IG: @bradschoenfeldphd

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Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 

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I had Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast where we discuss max efficiency training for hypertrophy - how to get the most out of your time. We cover:

0:52 outline of efficient training

6:36 developing cardiovascular abilities

10:19 how to implement supersets

15:58 rest pause vs. straight sets vs. drop sets

24:32 failure training for people short on time

28:09 optimal rest period length

36:51 program examples for 2 x 1h, 2 x 30 min, and 2 x 15 min weekly workouts

56:25 update on Eric’s training and contest prep

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.

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Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 

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I had Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss myths and controversies about natural bodybuilding.

1:01 Is the natty limit real?

8:50 Realistic ranges of muscle gain per year, as a beginner, intermediate, advanced, bodybuilder

23:05 How long does it take to capture most of your gains as a natural?

33:56 At what age range are natural bodybuilders at their peak?

46:44 How should advanced naturals track progress over long time scales?

55:01 Comment on these statements: “You can’t get big without getting strong as a natural”

1:00:43 “Natural supplements are useless for muscle growth”. What % edge can you get with natural supplements? Eg. Creatine

1:05:55 How far can people get with the “gaintaining” approach?

Find Eric:

IG: @helms3dmj

https://3dmusclejourney.com/

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Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 

I had Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss his new pure bodybuilding approach. He has made some major changes to his programming with great results. We talk about:

0:32 Overview of how things have changed since contest prep

3:22 Current training split

14:53 Main movements

19:47 Supersets

31:48 Rest pause / drop sets

43:24 Tracking progress on drop sets

46:43 Updating on Eric’s nutrition

48:34 Rate of weight gain and calorie intake for bulking

51:15 Body composition tests

57:25 Variables that made the most difference 

Find Eric:

https://3dmusclejourney.com/

IG: @helms3dmj

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.

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I had the honour of having Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss fat loss:

1:10 Does eating clean matter for fat loss?

6:23 Fiber intake

13:17 Nutrient timing: distributing carbs

21:34 Post-workout nutrition

26:07 Protein timing

34:17 Bedtime nutrition

39:24 Refeeds & diet breaks

50:39 Adjusting macros

Find Eric:

https://3dmusclejourney.com/

IG: @helms3dmj

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.

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Disclaimers: Opinions captured in these videos do not necessarily reflect the views of the creators. Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information in this video. 

I had Dr. Mike Israetel (co-founder of Renaissance Periodization and Team Full-ROM) back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss his current training set-up (during contest prep). We discuss:

1:10 training split

9:34 main movements, underrated exercises

29:11 training volume

38:45 intensity techniques

53:57 progression & mesocycle design

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Dr. Eric Helms is back on Swole Radio to recap his 2023 season, where he turned pro as a bodybuilder in the WNBF and competing in WNBF Worlds. We cover:

1:08 Thought process behind planning prep

6:50 Diet/macros in the off-season vs. prep

11:22 Meal structure

24:47 Rates of loss

34:44 Diet manipulations to make prep easier

43:38 Training for powerlifting & bodybuilding

51:11 Training periodization techniques

54:32 What was different about this prep?

59:24 What changes does Eric expect and how will he achieve them?

Find Eric:

https://www.youtube.com/@Team3DMJ

IG: @helms3dmj

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I seek to share the female perspective on dating and relationships, and to inspire men to chase excellence and transform their lives.

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Disclaimers: Opinions captured in these videos do not necessarily reflect the views of the creators. Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information in this video. 

I had Jeff Alberts (The Godfather) back on Swole Radio to discuss his 2023 prep and some natural bodybuilding wisdom.

Find Jeff: 

https://3dmusclejourney.com/

IG: @3dmj_godfather

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I seek to share the female perspective on dating and relationships, and to inspire men to chase excellence and transform their lives.

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Disclaimers: Opinions captured in these videos do not necessarily reflect the views of the creators. Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information in this video. 

I had Max Coleman on to speak about some new studies out of Brad Schoenfeld’s group. We cover these studies (and more):

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About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I seek to share the female perspective on dating and relationships, and to inspire men to chase excellence and transform their lives.

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Disclaimers: Opinions captured in these videos do not necessarily reflect the views of the creators. Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information in this video.