The Revive Stronger Podcast
Episodes
412: The Diet Before The Diet | Pre-Paring Yourself For A Successful Fat Loss Phase - Jake Remmert
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to dive into the world of contest prep with Jake Remmert as he makes his return to the show! Discover how Jake navigated his recent diet bef...
411: Unicorn Gains | Gaining Muscle As An Advanced Lifter - Eric Helms
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I chat with Eric Helms and dig into his recent unicorn gains. How has someone with 2 decades of experience made such rapid muscle growth pro...
410: Protein Frequency: How Often Should You Eat Protein for Maximum Results - Jorn Trommelen
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am talking to Jorn Trommelen about his recently authored study looking at how much protein could be effectively used in a single meal? It’...
409: The Natural Path | Vision For The Future Of Natural Bodybuilding - Steff Noble
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I interviewed Steff Noble a WNBF Pro and the President at the WNBF UK about the natural path and how to bring natural bodybuilding to the li...
408: High Protein Diets For Better Results - Chris Barakat
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Chris Barakat, we dig into his life since bringing a child into the world and how that’s impacted his bodybuilding. Before divin...
407: Lifting More When Being Watched - Max Coleman
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Max Coleman who recently published a study looking at the influence of being supervised on muscle growth. Does having a team of re...
406: RIR Or Training To Failure | New Scientific Findings - Martin Refalo
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What leads to more growth leaving reps in the tank or taking reps to failure? Today I talk to Martin Refalo about just that as he recently published a...
405: More Volume, More Muscle | Looking At The Dose-Response Relationship Of Training Volume w/ Menno, Josh, Sam & Holly
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The dose-response relationship between resistance training volume and muscle hypertrophy This week we have a roundtable to discuss whether or note the...
404: Becoming A Pro Natural Bodybuilder - Cliff Wilson
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk to Cliff Wilson, who is also my new prep coach for 2024. I answer why I chose Cliff as my coach before we dive into questions like; the d...
403: The Science Of Perfect Exercise Technique - Dr. Pak
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am talking with Dr Pak about all things training techniques to maximise muscle growth. He recently spearheaded a paper titled ‘Optimizing Re...
402: Lengthened Partials & When Not To Do Them - Kassem Hanson
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kassem Hanson is back on the show and we dive into a variety of topics ranging from his biggest lessons from 2023, what his goals are for 2024 before ...
401: Caveats In Training Volume Research For Strength And Hypertrophy - Dr. Eduardo De Souza
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Eduardo De Souza is currently a tenured professor at the University of Tampa. Today we are going to discuss things more broadly & look to Understa...
400: The Risk & Fear Of Losing Muscle Mass - Eric Trexler
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today Eric Trexler is back on the show to answer the age-old question “how fast can we diet without risking muscle loss?” As you might expect, the...
399: Being A Vegan Bodybuilder - Mike Murray
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk another time to Mike Murry, who is a writer for examine, an RD and a competitive bodybuilder. This time we talk about training. His take ...
398: Advanced Training Techniques For Muscle Growth - Josh Pelland
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Pelland is on the show, he is pursuing his PhD under Mike Zourdos & is the co-owner of Data Driven Strength. We dig into his background before d...
397: Aging & Bodybuilding | Making Life-Long Progress - Jeff Alberts
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff at the age of 52 just brought his best-ever physique to stage and came away with a top 5 placing as a pro at WNBF Worlds, the most competitive st...
396: Bodybuilding Case Studies | A Deep Dive into Bodybuilders' Practices - Brad Schoenfeld & Dr. Pak
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad & Pak are on the show as a duo to go over a recent systematic review regarding bodybuilding case studies & alterations in various measures from c...
395: Intra-Workout Nutrition & Validity Of Supplements - Mike Murray
23 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk to Mike Murry, who is a writer for examine, an RD and a competitive bodybuilder. We dig into a bit of his background, his recent competit...
394: The High-Carb Diet Experiment - Bill Campbell
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Bill Campbell is back on the show to give us an update on his high-carb case study and much more. We delve into the insulin model for why pe...
393: The Journey To A Bodybuilding Pro Card - Eric Helms
09 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Helms is back on the show but not for his usual scientific insights into all things bodybuilding, but to talk about his own bodybuilding journey. W...
392: Fame, Mr. Olympia, Judging & Will Chris Bumstead Ever Be Beaten - Mike Israetel
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Israetel is back on the show and we dig deep, I mean really deep into his experience at the Olympia and also what he thought of the results. Wil...
391: The Resilience Of The Human Body - Jacob Templar
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob is back on the show to bust some more myths about injuries and the like. Also to discuss some of the changing in his own personal programming & ...
390: High Volume Training - Brad Schoenfeld, Milo Wolf & Dr. Pak
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have a fantastic roundtable episode with Brad, Milo & Pak. We dig into the recent high-volume study that kicked up a storm on social medi...
389: Coaching, Emotional Eating & Body Image Disorder - Astrid Naranjo
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Astrid Naranjo who is a registered dietitian and a coach at Team Biolayne. She has a really interesting background which we dig i...
388: The Evidence Surrounding Syncing Training To A Menstrual Cycle - Lauren Colenso-Semple
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talked to Lauren Colenso-Semple who is currently undergoing her Ph.D. in Integrative Physiology & is part of the MASS research review team. We...
387: The Best Repetition Range For Hypertrophy - Eric Trexler
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eric is back on the show and we’re talking about his recent life changes, he’s back in the lab and then cover questions from rep ranges for hypert...
386: Losing Muscle Mass On A Cut - Menno Henselmans
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talked to Menno and we dug into the idea of losing muscle if you’re not gaining strength during a diet, is this really true? Before digging ...
385: The Impact Of NSAIDs On Muscle Growth - Brandon Roberts
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon is back on the show to give you the low down on NSAID’s, do they help or hinder muscle growth? If you want to maximise your gains but have p...
384: Top Tips To Improve Recovery & Relaxation - James Hoffmann
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Hoffman is back on the show & we get a life update on him. He explains his recent TRT use, why & the benefits he has seen. Before we dive into ...
383: How Pro Bodybuilders Train - Joe Jeffery & Calum Raistrick
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I have a roundtable with Joe Jeffery & Calum Raistrick, both top UK bodybuilding coaches with a tonne of experience. We dive into how the p...
382: The Evidence Of The Muscle Memory Effect & PED Use - Alex Kolliari-Turner
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Dr Alex Kolliari-Turner is on the show after a 4 year hiatus, where he’s published his exciting study looking at muscle memory, the impact...
381: Training To Failure | Science & Real-Life Applications - Mike Israetel, Eric Helms & Zac Robinson
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unsure if you should be training to failure or not? Or if leaving some reps in the tank now and then could lead to better results? Well look no furthe...
380: What It Means To Train To Failure - Layne Norton
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Layne Norton, we catch up and talk about his recent powerlifting competitions before digging into his time coaching, developing a ...
379: Cheat Reps & Using Momentum For Greater Hypertrophy - Scott Stevenson
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I talk to Scott Stevenson and we dig into his updated thoughts on the research coming out on training at long muscle lengths. Eve...
378: The Importance Of Fatigue Management - Mike Israetel
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is back on the show and we dig into his recent competition prep, the lessons, takeaways and what he will do in future. Before talking about socia...
377: The Reasons As To Why You Are Competing In Bodybuilding - Peter Fitschen
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am talking to Dr Peter Fitschen and we did into his recent competitive season, what was different to previous seasons and why. Before digging ...
376: What People Get Wrong About Science - Dr. Pak
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Pak is back on the show and this time we talk a lot about science, it’s use, miss use and actually whether it has use at all for an advanced body...
375: Squats Vs. Hip Thrust | What Is Better For Glute Growth - Daniel Plotkin
05 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have Daniel Plotkin on the show, he recently headed up a study that looked at the differences between squats and hip thrusts for hypertrophy a...
374: The Key Determinate's Of Biological Age - Greg Potter
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Potter is back on the show and we’re talking about everything from how to maximise your sleep when it’s hot to whether or not you should conc...
373: The Science Of Training To Failure - Martin Refalo
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Martin is back on the show talking about a study he is conducting. It’s comparing the muscle hypertrophy achieved in one leg vs. The other when foll...
372: Gaining More From Less | Are Deloads Worth It? - Max Coleman
15 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I have Max Coleman on the podcast to discuss his recently published paper on deloading. Max is a student at Brad Schoenfeld’s lab and loo...
371: Accuracy Of Repetitions in Reserve In Resistance Training - Jake Remmert
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Remmert PhD student is on the show and we dig into some of his recently published research and what he is going to be doing his dissertation on. ...
370: Training Methodologies Of A Natty Pro Coach - Cliff Wilson
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I don't remember clicking record to cloud, but I must have as that's where it went. I think it just means Cliff's audio isn't split out. I'm sorry, bu...
369: What Makes A Good Bodybuilding Coach - Joe Jeffery
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am talking with Joe Jeffery from Physique Collective. We dive into some recent travel Joe has been on to see clients compete and ask the quest...
368: How Important Is Training To Failure Based On Science - Zac Robinson
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am talking to Zac Robinson about his recent meta-regression analysis that reviewed the influence of the estimated proximity to failure on ...
367: High Loads Vs. Low Loads For Hypertrophy - Brad Schoenfeld
10 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Schoenfeld is back on the show and as always it’s a deep dive into hypertrophy. In today's episode, we talk about some recent research out of ...
366: Your Natural Limit Is Not What You Think It Is - Chris Barakat
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk to Chris Barakat and we get an update on him and his training and future plans to compete. We then discuss his thoughts on the natty limi...
365: Does Music Enhance Your Performance? - Mike Zourdos
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#ad #sponsored Mike Zourdos is back on the show and we dig into some interesting topics, whilst getting an update on him. One of those topics is the ...
364: PED's & Transparency Of Drug-Use In The Fitness Industry - Mike Israetel
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is back on the show and we talk about his current diet which develops into a broader discussion about competing and the judging criteria. I also ...
363: High Frequency Training To Build Muscle Mass - Ben House & Tommy Wood
13 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I have Ben House & Tommy Wood on the show to talk about some recent research they’ve published regarding recovery times for highly trainin...
362: Full Range Of Motion Vs. Lengthened Partials - Mike Israetel, Milo Wolf & Dr. Pak
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The moment you’ve been waiting for Team Full ROM leader Mike Israetel vs. Milo Wolf & Dr. Pak who aren’t too convinced that Full ROM is default be...
361: Range Of Motion & Hypertrophy - Kassem Hanson
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Kassem is back on the show and this time we dig into his perspectives as it relates to range of motion and hypertrophy. This is a deep dive as y...
360: Intuitive Training | Making Progress Without A Logbook - Brian Minor
22 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian is back on the show, we get an update on him and dig into whether or not we really need to log-book our workouts, could it be as simple as just ...
359: Cardio Roundtable | Bodybuilding, Health & Misconceptions - Eric Trexler & Menno Henselmans
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Menno & Eric cover everything a bodybuilder needs to know and consider when it comes to cardio. THE Cardio roundtable for bodybuilding, health and mis...
358: Slow Vs. Fast Rate Of Gain - Alberto Nunez
08 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alberto is back on the show and we discuss his 2022 contest season. What went well, what lessons did he take from it and how is he going to approach h...
357: Sounding Scientific Doesn't = Scientific - Milo Wolf & Dr. Pak
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have a roundtable this week including Dr Pak and Milo Wolf. Both of these guys are deep into science but are no PubMed warriors. We delve into how...
356: New Evidence on Lengthened Partials vs. Full ROM - Milo Wolf
25 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Milo is back on the show and we dig into his recent lengthened partials-only experience. And get an update on the state of the evidence as it pertains...
355: Risks & Dangers Of Supplements - Ben Esgro
18 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we have Part 2 with Ben and in this episode we dive deep into some supplements Ben has his eye on and talk about some of the complications that c...
354: A Deep Insight Into The Supplement Industry - Ben Esgro
11 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Esgro is back on the show and we dig into all things supplements. Part 1 today we cover the issues with marketing within the supplement industry a...
353: Thermic Effect Of Feeding & Changing Exercises - Bill Campbell
04 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Campbell is back on the show and here we’re discussing two new research studies. One looks at the impact of routine eating on the thermic effec...
352: The Health Benefits Of Cardio - Greg Potter
25 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am back talking with Greg Potter about some very interesting topics. Everything from cardio & how bodybuilders can get the health benefits...
351: Genetics, Hard Work & Evidence Based Practice - Joe Bennett "The Hypertrophy Coach"
18 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe is back on the show after 3 years & we catch up about some of the recent literature supporting training at long muscle lengths & how he trains Ter...
350: The Search For Optimal - Eric Helms
11 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Improvement Season RSS Feed. Make sure to subscribe! https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZdrUeAgNgFpFKasENo2HS?si=04ce43a31df74fe0 Eric is back on the...
349: Tracking Tools & Health Markers For Bodybuilders - Greg Potter
04 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Potter is back on the podcast, this time not talking about sleep. This time we’re talking about what tools can a natural bodybuilder use to mo...
348: When Training Is Taken Away From You - Cliff Wilson
28 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cliff is back on the show. We talk about what happens when training is taken away from you, his health complications, how he got over them and the le...
347: How To Come Back From An Injury - Jackson Peos
21 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jackson Peos is back on the show and we did into his recovery and how to come back from a severe injury. Jackson shares his story and from that provid...
346: Post-/Pre- & Intra-Workout Nutrition - Mike Israetel
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back talking with Dr Mike asking your questions, from different skull crusher variations to what Mike will do after bodybuilding & much more. T...
345: A Season Recap Of A Pro Natural Bodybuilder - Andrew Chappell
07 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Andy Chappell all about his 2022 season, from WNFB Worlds to what he thinks could have gone better. Lots of insights into the proc...
344: Perfect Technique Is Not What You Think It Is - Scott Stevenson
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I chat with Scott Stevenson. In this 2 parter, we cover stretch-mediated hypertrophy and the role of long muscle lengths. This time, we talk ab...
343: Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy & Long Muscle Lengths - Scott Stevenson
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I chat with Scott Stevenson. In this 2 parter, we cover stretch-mediated hypertrophy and the role of long muscle lengths. And then dig into som...
342: How To Track Muscle Gain - Menno Henselmans
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Menno is back on for a Q&A. Today we cover a bunch of interesting topics and questions from has Menno ever considered steroids, what his thoughts are...
341: Behind The Scenes Of A Female Bodybuilding Prep - Holly Baxter
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Holly Baxter is back on the podcast this time solo to talk about her recent experience competing with the WBFF, lessons and takeaways from that and wh...
340: Latent Hypertrophy | Looking Best After A Diet - Mike Israetel
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Mike is back on the show for a Q&A. We cover how to go about your training and nutrition whilst travelling or being away from home, is latent hype...
339: Scientific Research On Deloads - Dr. Pak
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Dr Pak who has recently worked on a published paper on deloads and what the science say's about deloads. He and the team interview...
338: Non-Responder vs. Hardgainer & What To Do About It - Eric Trexler
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talked to Eric about all things hard gainer from the inability to gain weight to seemingly not responding to training. We talk about being a n...
337: Being A Hardgainer & How To Overcome It - Eric Trexler
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talked to Eric about all things hard gainer from the inability to gain weight to seemingly not responding to training. We talk about being a h...
336: Full Vs. Partial Range Of Motion | The Current State Of Evidence
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Milo Wolf, ‘the ROM guy’ about Full Vs. Partial Range of motion and the current state of evidence. He recently published his ...
335: Recovering From A Diet | The Idea Of Dynamic Maintenance - Eric Trexler
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Trexler is back on the show and we’re talking all things Reverse Dieting & metabolic adaptations. This time we're talking about recovering from...
334: Reverse Dieting & Metabolic Adaptations - Eric Trexler
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Trexler is back on the show and we’re talking all things Reverse Dieting & metabolic adaptations. Should you do it? What are the pros and cons...
333: How To Lose Body Weight & Maintain Performance - Ben House
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Ben House. We talk about his recent diet where he’s gotten leaner than ever in his life. Everything from Refeeds/diet breaks to...
332: All About Stimulus To Fatigue Ratio - James Hoffmann
08 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I chat with James Hoffman. We talk all about the Stimulus to Fatigue Ratio (SFR) and the practical ramifications of this principle of training....
331: Muscle Lengths & Stretch Mediated Hypertrophy - Eric Helms
01 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Helms is back on the show. We dig into what he’s been up to and his recent training and competitive endeavours before diving into the new lite...
330: The Harsh Truth Of Content Creation & Education - Jacob Schepis
24 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk to Jacob Schepis a Physique & powerlifting coach & Director of JPS health & fitness. We did into the current state of social media & how...
329: Low Back Pain & Is It Dangerous To Lock Out Your Knees - Jacob Templar
17 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talked to Dr Jacob Templar. We cover off a lot of things thought unsafe in the gym, such as locking out your knees on the leg press. Are ...
328: Insights Into Being A Bodybuilding Judge - Andrew Chappell & Steff Noble
10 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have the WNBF UK back on the show to talk all things judging. Stef & Andy join me today to talk about judging within natural bodybuilding, why we ...
327: Proximity-To-Failure And Its Influence On Muscle Hypertrophy - Martin Refalo
03 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Refalo is on the show. We discuss a recent scoping review he was the head author on ‘Towards an improved understanding of proximity-to-failu...
326: The Power Of Experience - Alberto Nunez
27 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alberto is back on the show to talk about his contest prep. He’s taking an unconventional route to stage by not tracking certain things from macros...
325: The Importance Of Recovery For Performance - Jake Reed
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jake is a master of data collection for enhancing your training. With a PhD is sports performance, a master’s in health and sports science, a BA in...
324: Benefits Vs. Downsides Of Training To Failure - Mike Israetel
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is back on the show for a Q&A. This time we answer your questions ranging from the benefits of exercise variation and why seeking optimal exerci...
323: Overrated vs Underrated Exercises - Menno Henselmans
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Menno is back on the show for the 16th time. We go over your questions including; over and underrated exercises for hypertrophy, high protein refeeds...
322: The Biggest Focus For The Biggest Gains - Jeff Alberts
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I talk to Jeff Alberts from 3DMJ. We dig into his current contest prep and plans before talking in-depth about how he has made progress as ...
321: New Scientific Evidence On Diet Breaks - Bill Campbell
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Bill Campbell is back on the show. This time we’re digging into a fresh off the press study on diet breaks. For the first time they’ve been us...
320: Bands For Glute Growth - Bret Contreras & Kassem Hanson
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bret and Kas come on the podcast to discuss their differing opinions on how best to grow the glutes. Lots of interesting discussion and lessons for co...
319: What Makes A Good Exercise - Bret Contreras & Kassem Hanson
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bret and Kas come on the podcast to discuss their differing opinions on how best to grow the glutes. Lots of interesting discussions and lessons for c...
318: The Importance Of Exercise Selection - Bret Contreras & Kassem Hanson
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bret and Kas come on the podcast to discuss their differing opinions on how best to grow the glutes. Lots of interesting discussions and lessons for c...
317: Are Refeeds Worth It - Martin MacDonald
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Martin is back on the show after a 2-year hiatus. Martin is a Clinical Performance Nutritionist and CEO of www.Mac-Nutrition.com, a nutrition consult...
316: How Much Do Genetics Impact Your Results - Martin MacDonald
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A family man, joker and he even dabbled in bodybuilding in his younger years with some trademark muscle groups including calves and triceps. He holds ...
315: What It Takes To Be A Pro Natural Bodybuilder - Brett Freeman
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WNBF Pro Brett Freeman aka Baftub aka Walnut butt is back on the show. We dig into his plans for this season, goals, changes he’s made and some othe...
314: Eric Lee Salazar - Lessons From A Natural IFBB Pro
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric is a natural bodybuilder with pro cards with the INBA and IFBB. He has over 17 years of experience as a personal trainer and owns his own facilit...
313: Bret Contreras - Evidence-Based Practice vs. Fake Experts
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bret is back on the show after 4 years have passed. This time we talk in-depth about the current state of the fitness industry, exercise selection fo...