If you want to get a stronger bench press, bigger pecs, and become more explosive when pushing or punching, should you train for max strength, muscle growth, or explosiveness? And what is the overlap between those three training philosophies?
Today, we break down a new study that compares exactly this, and give you our recommendations on how to plan your own strength training for these different goals.
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This is episode 81 of the podcast. Check out the five previous episodes below:
- Episode 80: Ultra-Processed vs Unprocessed Foods – Looking past the Macros
- Episode 79: How Do You Reduce Muscle Soreness? New Q&A!
- Episode 78: This Is Why You Don’t Need to Stress about Protein Timing
- Episode 77: Will Fat Loss or TRT Boost Your Testosterone More?
- Episode 76: 8 vs 16 Sets per Week for Muscle and Strength
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