On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Antonella Schwarz to geek out over her recent study on myo-reps, which she presented at the International Society of Sports Nutrition. We break down what myo-reps are, where the concept came from, and how they stack up against more traditional hypertrophy protocols.

We also dive into some broader topics, including muscle growth principles, physical therapy applications, injury recovery strategies, and how to train efficiently when time is tight. Dr. Schwarz shares how she uses myo-reps in her own training and why performance-based goals are such a big deal. Plus, she gives us a sneak peek at her upcoming research

If you’re a coach, trainer, or just a curious nerd like me, you’ll get a ton out of this one. Enjoy!

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Episode Chapters:

• 04:25 Discussion on Myo Reps Study
• 06:10 Defining Myo Reps and Its Origins
• 08:41 Mechanisms and Benefits of Myo Reps
• 12:34 Strength vs. Hypertrophy Training
• 15:52 Challenges in Hypertrophy Research
• 28:10 Study Design and Findings
• 39:16 Future Research and Personal Training Insights
• 40:36 Respect for Bodybuilding and Hypertrophy Training
• 41:41 Current Training and Goals
• 43:02 Balancing Aerobic and Strength Training
• 45:03 Debunking Fitness Myths
• 50:47 Journey into Sports Science and Academia
• 53:27 Challenges in Sports Medicine Practices
• 01:04:18 Importance of Performance Goals
• 01:10:32 Upcoming Projects and Research
• 01:13:24 Podcast Conclusion and Announcements Episode

Flex Diet Podcast Episodes You May Enjoy:

• Episode 161: Muscle hypertrophy, exercise selection, and nutrient timing, an interview with Dr Chester Soko - https://youtu.be/0snSfWTuVYQ
• Episode 149: Strength, Hypertrophy and Training Research Update from the REC Conference by Discover Strength 2022 - https://youtu.be/szaHgTw8HZ8

Connect with Dr Schwarz:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.antonella.schwarz/
• The Rehabilitation Lab: https://www.barry.edu/en/academics/health-sciences/sport-and-exercise-sciences-programs/rehabilitation-lab/

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