DiscoverSwole Radio74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training
74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training

74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training

Update: 2025-07-18
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I had Brad Schoenfeld back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss optimal training for hypertrophy. We cover some of his recent research and perspectives:


0:23 Without fail: muscular adaptations in single set resistance training performed to failure or with repetitions in reserve 

4:18 is there an incremental benefit of training closer to failure?

7:39 Give it a rest: a systematic review with Bayesian meta-analysis on the effect of inter-set rest interval duration on muscle hypertrophy

16:38 how to program rep ranges for hypertrophy

24:34 Do cheaters prosper? Effect of externally supplied momentum during resistance training on measures of upper body muscle hypertrophy

28:10 Optimizing resistance training technique to maximize muscle hypertrophy: a narrative review

32:08 how do you know if an exercise is good for you?

37:24 how should people find their optimal training volume?

43:20 how to run deloads


Brad’s IG: @bradschoenfeldphd


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Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 


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74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training

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