
16 Mar 2021 Ep. 51: Optimizing Exercise and Sleep To Build Muscle (Men’s Hormonal Health Part 3)
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In this episode we discuss:
3:41 – the importance of factors beyond exercise for building muscle
13:41 – the importance of recovery and how to determine the right amount and intensity of exercise
22:57 – the different types of hypertrophy and why completing sets to failure or emphasizing eccentrics is not ideal
27:55 – the minimum effective dose for weightlifting for muscle growth
36:51 – alternatives to weightlifting for muscle growth, fat loss, and hormonal health (including Functional Patterns)
46:47 – the importance of regular movement outside of intense exercise
49:10 – physical fitness often does not equate to health
55:33 – how to optimize sleep for building muscle and improving hormonal health
1:04:54 – summarizing the most important points for optimal hormonal health and muscle building
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