resistance training; protein; muscle/strength

The ‘real’ keys to hypertrophy: sorting the wheat from the chaff

Key Takeaways: Dr. Stuart Phillips from McMaster University gave a lecture on skeletal muscle hypertrophy. Protein supplementation has a small effect on muscle mass and function, and is more effective in younger individuals compared to older individuals. High load and low load resistance...
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- Aug 19, 2023
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Brad Schoenfeld - Resistance Training

Do you need to lift heavy weights for gains? │ Dr. Brad Schoenfeld Does aerobic exercise blunt gains?│Dr. Brad Schoenfeld Inter-set stretch increases hypertrophy│Dr. Brad Schoenfeld Blood flow restriction training│Dr. Brad Schoenfeld Dr. Schoenfeld's personal fitness routine│Dr. Brad...
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- Apr 9, 2023
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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038