The Revive Stronger Podcast 396: Bodybuilding Case Studies | A Deep Dive into Bodybuilders' Practices - Brad Schoenfeld & Dr. Pak
Dec 30, 2023
Bodybuilding experts Brad Schoenfeld and Dr. Pak discuss gender differences, losing lean mass, maintaining strength, hormonal panels, and more in bodybuilding case studies. They dive into the nuances of competition preparation, varied training methods, testosterone variability, rebound effects, and neuromuscular performance in bodybuilders.
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Critical Threshold For Rapid Muscle Loss
- Lean mass loss often accelerates once males drop below ~7% bodyfat in case reports.
- Extreme leanness can cause rapid lean tissue loss even with adequate protein and resistance training.
Don't Chase Extreme Leanness Blindly
- Avoid chasing extreme leanness unless necessary; losing shape and fullness can hurt contest placings.
- Consider stopping earlier to preserve size and stage appearance rather than risking muscle loss for a few extra striations.
Natural Setpoint Can Enable Extreme Leanness
- Steve attended a show where one competitor was consistently ultra-lean year-round and struggled to gain 5 kg above stage weight.
- That athlete's natural setpoint allowed effortless extreme leanness compared with most competitors.