The Revive Stronger Podcast

Jacob is a Doctor of physical therapy and Kassem is creator of N1 which specialises in biomechanics. We dig into range of motion, specifically the differences between active and passive range. What should we be using for hypertrophy and what range is safe? Find out in this episode. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:21 Definition of Full Range of Motion, Active ROM & Passive ROM 17:47 Stretch under load a...

Layne Norton is one of the original evidence-based pioneers in the fitness industry. With a PhD in nutrition science, huge success in both the realms of bodybuilding and powerlifting Layne knows a thing or two. He’s also got one of the largest followings within the evidence-based sphere allowing him to grow a very successful business with different ventures. A really great chat you don’t want to m...

This week we give you everything you need to know about genetics as it relates to your muscle-building potential. Menno is back and has looked into this subject A LOT. We cover everything from calculations/traits to look for to identify your potential to whether or non-responders are real. You don’t want to miss this. https://mennohenselmans.com/ffmi-calculator/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:04 Commo...

This is part 2 of the debate. Checkout part 1 if you haven't already: https://youtu.be/RvgQ4dUUAT8 How should we progress a mesocycle for hypertrophy? Late 2019 Mike Israetel, Jared Feather, Tiago Faleiro, and Carl Juneau released an article suggesting set volume should be a central variable for a hypertrophy programme. Since coming out Brian Minor, Eric Helms and Jacob Schepis wrote a letter to t...

How should we progress a mesocycle for hypertrophy? Late 2019 Mike Israetel, Jared Feather, Tiago Faleiro, and Carl Juneau released an article suggesting set volume should be a central variable for a hypertrophy programme. Since coming out Brian Minor, Eric Helms and Jacob Schepis wrote a letter to the editor with some points of contention. In the podcast today we dig into these points, such as th...

Dr Amy Bender specialises in sleep for athletes. In today’s episode we discuss the nuances of sleep for athletes such as do they need more sleep? What role should caffeine play? And we dig into some of her research into Chronotypes and The Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire. If you want to sleep better or help you clients do so, this is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:50 Amy talks about how...

MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ Jared Feather is a very competitive bodybuilder with an MS in Exercise Physiology. He is the contest prep coach at Renaissance Periodization. Alberto Nunez is a WNBF pro natural bodybuilder and coach at 3DMJ. This time, we're talking all about Mini Cuts! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:07 Alberto starts off with his definition of a Mini c...

Peter is back on the show for an update on his recent competition season. Peter was stage ready earlier this year & then COVID hit. Rather than go back into his improvement season Peter managed things to allow him to compete later in the year when shows started again. We touch on what strategies Peter used to allow him to be his best for his shows, from macros to refeeds & peak weeks. Timestamps:...

Finally Mike is back with another episode. This time we're talking about optimal number of exercises per bodypart in a single session, when do you know it's junk volume, how to gauge raw stimulus magnitude and much more. Timestamps: 00:00 Optimal number of exercises per bodypart in a single session 09:55 Bodyfat genetic pre-disposition 13:25 Ab electro machine gadgets 18:02 When performance increa...

Kamal Patel is co-founder and director of Examine.com. He holds two master’s degrees and is on hiatus from a PhD in nutrition for which he’s investigated the link between diet and chronic pain. He’s published peer-reviewed articles on vitamin D and calcium, as well as on a variety of clinical research topics. He’s also been involved in research on fructose and liver health, on nutrition in low-inc...

Our man Greg Potter is back on the show, that can mean only one thing…sleep…or maybe not? This week we actually take a different turn and dive into another area of Greg’s expertise; chrononutrition. In short this can be thought of as the influence of when we eat on our circadian rhythm. If you thought nutrition timing was just about maximising MPS and putting carbs around your workout, you’ll wann...

Ben has a PhD and is currently pursuing his passion through his own lifting, teaching and research. In today's episode we talked in depth about nutritional practices when trying to gain muscle. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling unsure how to go about your eating in a mass phase, this is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:58 Measuring tools 03:49 Caloric surplus and potential of muscle mass ga...

Jackson Peos has a PhD in Clinical & Sports Nutrition and is well known for his diet break research. In today's episode, we take a different turn and chat about alcohol and intuitive eating. Back on our roundtable (ep 196/197) Jackson was on but not fully able to expand on his thoughts during the roundtable, so he further clarifies them here. In addition we talk about what place alcohol has within...

It's been a while but Mike is back with another episode. This time, Mike talks a bit about his current training/nutrition, the age old question of leanness over size and Active Rest vs. Resensitisation. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Mike is moving to Vegas! 09:25 Mike's current training & nutrition 18:27 Different approach this time around? Refeeds? How to get ridiculously lean 21:21 How long to d...

I first came across Leigh Peele many years ago on the fit cast, she was one of the co-hosts to what is still one of the biggest fitness podcasts out there. I loved her no BS approach and could tell she was incredibly intelligent. Since I purchased several of her books, including Starve Mode, which we discuss in depth. Leigh is certified through the national academy of sports medicine and delves th...

Josh and Tom are online coaches, physique competitors and content creators. This week on the show I dig into their decision and journey to being enhanced. I wanted to take this from the angle that everyone who was once enhanced was natural, our show is for natural trainee’s first and foremost but if people are thinking about going enhanced I thought it was important to have a resource to guide tha...

Dr Bill Campbell is a Physique Scientist and lives the bodybuilding lifestyle. He is an exercise science professor and director of the Performance and Physique Enhancement Laboratory. His mantra and goal is to help people optimise their physiques within a maintainable lifestyle. We dig into some of his background and research into non-linear dieting including the first bodybuilding refeed study. T...

Martin is a Clinical Performance Nutritionist and CEO of www. Mac-Nutrition.com, a nutrition consultancy company. 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 a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and a postgraduate degree in Sports Nutrition and Clinical Nutrition. He is the founder of Mac-Nutri...

Martin is a Clinical Performance Nutritionist and CEO of www. Mac-Nutrition.com, a nutrition consultancy company. 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 a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and a postgraduate degree in Sports Nutrition and Clinical Nutrition. He is the founder of Mac-Nutri...

Greg is back for another episode! This time we're talking all about how to improve your sleep. Greg is my go-to guy for all things sleep, for good reason. Greg helps a range of individuals feel and perform better, from elite athletes to CEOs to people who have mood disorders. Since he did his PhD on the topics of sleep, nutrition, and metabolism, Greg spends much of his time helping individuals sl...

This is part two of the peak week roundtable. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, here it is: https://youtu.be/xr2Kw4pnYbY We're happy to have three of the most successful natural bodybuilding coaches together for a roundtable about Peak Week! Eric Helms, Cliff Wilson and Peter Fitschen joined us today for a two-part series. Today we'll be delving into a lot of things to give you a proper under...

We're happy to have three of the most successful natural bodybuilding coaches together for a roundtable about Peak Week! Eric Helms, Cliff Wilson and Peter Fitschen joined us today for a two-part series. Today we'll be delving into a lot of things to give you a proper understanding of what peak week is and how to make use of it for yourself and your athletes. If you're a serious competitor, coach...

Alberto Nunez is a WNBF pro natural bodybuilder and coach at 3DMJ. Alberto comes back on the show to answer your questions. We cover everything from his immediate goals in the context of dealing with the current situation & how to apply and how Alberto has applied myoreps/rest pause training. Always a pleasure talking to Alberto and for any physique enthusiast, you don’t want to miss this. This ti...

The twice-daily roundtable, featuring Mike, Jared and Charly. This week I talk to Mike, Jared and Charly all about training twice daily. These guys have been doing 2 workouts a day for years and their approach has evolved over time. I get into the thick of who this training is for, how to apply it and how is it any different to training once per day. If you’ve ever considered training twice a day,...

Mike is back on the podcast. This time, we're talking about how to increase depth on the leg press, ego in the gym, home workouts and much more! Timestamps: 05:45 What would Mike differently if he could go back in time to a time before special sports supplements 08:27 How to increase depths/ROM on leg press 15:14 Ego in the gym 15:46 For home workouts, why not resistance bands but DB's 26:40 What...