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Exercise selection roundtable w/ E. Helms & M. Israetel

  • Menno, Eric Helms, and Mike Israetel discuss optimal exercise selection for muscle growth and strength.
  • Exercise Selection is defined and explained by each expert, highlighting different perspectives.
  • Discussion on the bilateral deficit and EMG-readings are tackled, focusing on their relevance to exercise effectiveness.
  • Mike debates the merits of specific exercises for hypertrophy, with a focus on whether compound lifts are superior.
  • Deadlifts are specifically discussed regarding their role in hypertrophy and the problems associated with axial loading.
  • Eric, Menno, and Mike explore the frequency and necessity of varying exercises to optimize muscle growth.
  • The debate extends to exercise variation, with differing views on the needed frequency of changes to workout routines.
  • Common misconceptions and mistakes in exercise selection are highlighted, stressing the importance of correct practices.
  • Discussion on the drawbacks of switching exercises too frequently and having too many exercises in one session.
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