In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum hosts a live "Ask Me Anything" session, tackling a wide range of questions on health, fitness, nutrition, and training philosophy. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Timestamps: 0:32 How important are volume, intensity, and proximity to failure for hypertrophy? 3:46 Does muscle memory exist? 7:03 What is the reasoning behind the heavy "fatigue single" in the low fatigue template? 9:00 What is Barbell Medicine's take on the Mike Israetel PhD controversy? 13:18 What is the TLDR on peptides? 16:47 What's the cutoff in terms of sets for a hypertrophy response? 19:23 If Viagra/Cialis works for a patient, does it mean there's a cardiovascular concern? 20:26 Would you recommend "Murph" from CrossFit as a good overall fitness exercise? 21:37 Can you still build muscle while running 70 kilometers per week? 22:53 Is training three times per week for 30 minutes realistic for a late novice? 25:30 How should I handle lower back pain after returning to lifting? 28:44 Which offseason template should I choose: Hypertrophy 2 or Powerbuilding 2? 30:22 I've had knee tendonitis for two years, any ideas? 32:16 How many rest days do you recommend per week? 34:29 How to manage low back pain without a specific diagnosis from a chiro or acupuncturist? 36:50 If training is only possible at the expense of sleep, is it worth it? 38:06 For health and hypertrophy, how much cardio should you do? 39:54 Is there a benefit to having heels below the platform for calf raises? 41:00 Why are you against acupuncture? 41:48 Recommendations for training for people coming off chemotherapy? 43:29 Is a lunge or Bulgarian split squat considered a squat pattern? 44:13 What accessories complement a Mammoth Bar deadlift? 45:30 How is your dad's training going, and how to get an older parent started? 47:32 Why do you think medical schools give so little instruction on exercise if it's a "panacea"? 49:47 How to approach nutrition for building muscle while staying lean? 51:06 Which workout offers the least benefits? 51:48 What frequency of exercise do you program for a focus on glutes? 53:09 How would you add full-body training for a teen playing tennis twice a week? 54:13 : How would you approach osteoarthritis treatment in general? Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/ Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at
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