402: There is No Single Best Exercise; Context Matters - The Improvement Season

In this episode, Michael and Steve discuss personal updates, including Michael's recovery from a shoulder injury and Steve's experiences with his dog. They also share news from the fitness world, including recent competitions and notable athletes. The conversation shifts to coaching insights, emphasizing the importance of communication and client engagement. Finally, they address various training and nutrition questions from listeners, providing valuable advice on hypertrophy, exercise selection, and flexibility. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 12:00 News from the NPA British Champs 17:53 Updates on Competitors and New Categories 23:28 The Rock's Transformation and Fitness News 25:05 Insights from the Revive Stronger Podcast 26:31 Listener Questions: Training Philosophy and Volume 29:03 Exercise Selection: Deadlifts vs. RDLs 33:31 Maximizing Hypertrophy: Stretch and Load Considerations 41:04 Getting the Most Out of Coaching 49:47 Nutrition and Macros for Bulking 55:57 Ab Training: Best Exercises for Hypertrophy 01:00:56 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement Join the hypertrophic time chamber to ask questions: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbazLhBRouBrMkCq/ Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ MEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • US: https://www.raskolapparel.com • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ • Canada: https://raskolapparel.ca/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://www.massmember.com/a/2147994108/MxeV4T3M JPS Mentorship • https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/offers/ab2q2QSo/checkout Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1uk0lvv6e1rqv __________________________________________________________________ When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form: https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/

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