The Jeff Nippard Podcast

THE GREAT BULKING DEBATE (Mike Israetel, Menno Henselmans vs Greg Nuckols, Eric Trexler)

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Apr 1, 2021
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INSIGHT

Null Hypothesis: Basic Factors Explain Hypertrophy

  • Trexler and Nuckols support the null hypothesis: basic factors (training, nutrition, genetics) explain hypertrophy.
  • Adding body fat as a factor needs justification, given its lack of strong empirical support.
ANECDOTE

Trexler's Supplement Analogy for P-Ratios

  • Trexler uses a supplement analogy: if studies show no effect or impairment, assuming the supplement works is illogical.
  • Similar logic applies to the P-ratio and body fat, according to him.
ADVICE

Hypertrophy Challenges at Very Low Body Fat

  • It can be challenging to achieve meaningful hypertrophy without fat gain when very lean (low single-digit body fat).
  • Consider this when working with clients at those very low body fat percentages.
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