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In this episode of The Muscle Memoirs Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Cody Haun to discuss the potential benefits of strength phases for physique athletes, the limitations of resistance training studies, and what we can do to improve the quality of future research.

Dr. Haun has a PhD in Exercise Physiology from Auburn University where he conducted physiological research pertaining to exercise, nutrition, and supplementation in the Molecular and Applied Sciences Laboratory led by Dr. Michael Roberts. He also has a Master's Degree in Sport Physiology and a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) where he studied under world-renowned sport physiologist Dr. Michael Stone. During his time at ETSU, he served as a strength and conditioning coach for several sports. Most recently, he has transitioned away from academia and runs his own fitness lab.

References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33241958/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32108724/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32058362/

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
05:00 Study breakdown - is stronger better?
14:00 Mechanistically, why would a strength phase improve muscle hypertrophy outcomes?
27:45 Do you use low-volume strength phases with your physique clients?
29:25 Limitations of resistance training studies
42:15 How do we improve future research?
56:05 Are there any training strategies that you think are useful to maximize muscle hypertrophy but have yet to be validated by the scientific literature?

To sign-up for coaching or a one-time consult:
Website: http://hammerawayfitness.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/hammerawayfitness/

You can follow and support Dr. Haun at:
Website: https://lab.fitness/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcodyhaun/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/drcodyhaun
Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Cody_Haun

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