058 Does mTOR determine your optimal training frequency?
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with a classic Clancy Ross full-body routine from the Silver Era, then move into a discussion about training frequency, mTOR, muscle...
29 Jun 1h 30min
057 Full Body A/A/A vs A/B, which is right for you?
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss a full body training A/A/A program from Steve Reeves before exploring how to choose between repeating the same full body workout t...
22 Jun 1h 38min
056 Most deloads are too short
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss deloads. The episode begins with a look at a training program used by six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates before exploring the physi...
15 Jun 1h 15min
055 How to build the biggest back possible
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss how to build the biggest back possible. The episode begins with a back specialization routine from Silver Era educator Peary Rader...
8 Jun 1h 22min
054 Strength vs Hypertrophy: Is Powerbuilding the Solution?
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris analyse a Reg Park power-focused routine and use it as a starting point to discuss powerbuilding. The episode explores how lifters can str...
1 Jun 1h 5min
053 Progression Models and the Truth About Progressive Overload
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris analyse a 1940s training routine from silver era bodybuilder George Eiferman, including his progression model. The episode explores how si...
25 Mai 1h 21min
052 Resting 2-3 minutes between sets isn't "optimal"
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris follow up last week's episode on drop sets by diving deeper into the physiology of fatigue and rest periods. Using an extreme high-volume ...
18 Mai 1h 26min
051 The silver era perfected drop sets 75 years ago
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris explore the origins and physiology of drop sets, beginning with a 1949 drop set routine from Henry J. Atkin. The episode examines how “mul...
11 Mai 1h 16min
