Exercise Scientist: How to Optimise Strength, Recovery & Muscle Growth | Dr. Andy Galpin (E002)
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Dr. Andy Galpin, human performance scientist and coach to some of the world’s top athletes, joins the show to dismantle the overcomplicated, overhyped narratives around health and training. While social media floods us with extremes, Andy brings it back to fundamentals: strength, muscle, and cardio are all non-negotiables, and your plan should match your actual goals – not your ego. He shares what most people get wrong about recovery, why testing before guessing matters, and how to cut through the noise with clear thinking.
Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 How science evolves but doesn't replace real-world experience 04:48 Muscle growth rates between men and women re-examined 10:55 Mind-muscle connection also boosts strength and power 13:42 Mental preparation techniques before training sessions 16:07 Compete vs Survive vs Improve technique 21:32 Optimal training frequency and splitting muscle groups 24:09 Why recovery strategies must be highly individualised 27:01 Even elite athletes still need to deload 29:15 DNA tests are often unhelpful and overhyped 34:31 The truth about saunas, cold plunges and hormones 40:20 Muscle-building rules that actually matter 43:24 Cardio timing and its effect on leg growth 50:19 Should you do cardio before or after weights? 52:00 Optimising training and recovery
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