In this episode of Physique Science Radio we talk to Dr. Mike Zourdos, a professor of exercise science at Florida Atlantic University regarding his research on periodization training.  Topics covered include an introduction to what periodization is, how to utilize it, and what factors influence strength and muscle hypertrophy with regards to weight training.  This is an interview you do NOT want to miss.  It will change the way you think about training.  In addition to being a very smart guy.  Dr. Zourdos is also an accomplish powerlifter as well, having qualified for and competed at the USAPL Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic Pro Raw Power Challenge and squatted 507 lbs at a bodyweight of approximately 170 lbs.  Almost a 3x bodyweight squat!

Physique Science Episode 4 - Periodization Training With Dr. Mike Zourdos

Want to know how to tackle the holidays? How about the best way to use blood flow restriction training or nutrient timing? Get the straight dope from muscle-building scientist Dr. Layne Norton!

Highlights:
 - How to use context to make more informed training and nutrition decision
 - The risks and rewards of training for elite competition
 - Tracking macros during the holidays: Yea or nay?
 - Layne in his 20s vs now
 - How to lower the barrier of entry to training and nutrition
 - Training volume and calories: why both must be individual
 - Do you want a plan that requires the maximum amount of will power, or the minimum?
 - PH3: Who it's for, not for, and who had surprising results
 - The fine line between "minimum effective dose" and "maximum recoverable volume"
 - Blood flow restriction training: How Layne learned about it
 - Who BFR works best for
 - About that one study that "showed" BFR caused rhabdo…
 - How tight is tight enough?
 - Layne's new study: Protein sources, timing and body composition
 - How rats are superior to human subjects in some ways
 - Intermittent fats and carbs: an alternative take on fasting

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Dr. Layne Norton, a renowned prep/physique coach and pro natural bodybuilder/powerlifter with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences teams up with fitness writer and pro trainer Sohee Lee to bring you Physique Science Radio.  Bringing you evidence based fitness advice.

Physique Science Episode 4 - Periodization Training With Dr. Mike Zourdos

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