How to Powerbuild

In this episode, Pak and Milo break down some of the research surrounding how to powerbuild. Can you grow muscle and get stronger simultaneously? How can you best do both? What are the differences between hypertrophy training and strength training?

TIME STAMPS

Note: The full list of sources and notes can be found on the episode page on strongerbyscience.com here

00:06:00 - Intro to powerbuilding: personal experience and existing studies

00:29:11 - Criticisms and benefits of powerbuilding - muscular imbalances and progressive overload

00:49:54 - How much potential gains are missed?

00:56:59 - Implementation

01:06:37 - Common mistakes

01:15:02 - Audience Q&A

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