How to Train For Strength VS Size (Science Explained)

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In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the role of protein in the body, both for muscle growth and basic function. They also discuss some important strategies to maximize the muscle gains you get from your protein intake. Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the importance of sleep for muscle growth and fat loss, as well as ways to improve your sleep quality & hygiene. Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the principles of what makes an exercise good for muscle growth. Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss how to spot bad versus good evidence-based information when it comes to fitness and nutrition. This skill can also be applied to other areas as well! Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss if you should train to failure or not in order to maximize your muscle gains. Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the concept of viewing fitness as a dial versus a switch. In other words, they discuss why you do not need to strive for perfection in every element of your fitness & nutrition routine in order to see results.

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss how long you should rest in between sets if you want to maximize your gains.

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the different adaptations and training regimen to follow when your goal is strength (getting strong) vs. hypertrophy (getting big). Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/

In today's episode, Built With Science researchers Max Coleman and Daniel Plotkin discuss the muscles you should focus on if you want to look as jacked as possible. They'll also discuss how you can set up a specialization phase to target those muscles. Take our quiz to find the best fitness program for you and your body: https://quiz.builtwithscience.com/