Exercise Scientist Critiques Jesse James West's Training

Dr. Mike Israetel Reacts to the best and worst Hollywood workouts and celebrity training, and evaluates how effective they are, based on current science!
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0:00 Intro
1:29 Shoulders with Hany Rambod
13:27 Chest with Ronnie Coleman
16:29 Lifting Challenges with LeanBeefPatty
20:49 Rating

[@RenaissancePeriodization]

Dr. Mike had TONS MORE commentary on this one we could't fit into this episode. Become a member for the extended and uncensored 'Exercise Scientist" episodes! bit.ly/37esL8i

[@PBMS123]

unless there was like an extra 23 hours of footage it could definitely fit into this episode.

[@talondavis2792]

Maybe do kinobody next. I think his name is Greg ogallagher or

[@hitrapperandartistdababy]

Could you please make a video at some point in the future about Rib Flair? It’s very hard to find anything about it and i’m not even sure if its a real thing or if its like ‘good posture’ and just genetics. If it’s real what would you recommend as a fix?

[@johannesstephanusroos4969]

Doc, the trick is to sound like the parrot from the Aladdin movie

[@annalau2596]

It would be great if you could make a video on strength training for endurance athletes/mountain runners. The goal would be to gain strength and to prevent injury without adding too much mass and weight. Also, it would be interesting to have your take on how to integrate the strength sessions in the endurance training plan and in which order to perform cardio and strength.

[@Necrosythe2]

The Greg impression has me in stitches.

[@tshiamophoko3049]

Had me laughing harder than last time 😂

[@NX4.6GT315]

Gilbert Godfrey did the Greg impersonation best

[@hiddevanzalm272]

Does Dr Mike dislike greg or just a joke?

[@pablov1323]

​@@hiddevanzalm272mmmmh... I would say is complicated...

[@brianpolston9713]

​@@hiddevanzalm272they give a lot of the same info. He's just having fun

[@ChrisPBacon072]

The attack on Greg in the intro lmao

[@yametekudasai.2979]

Yeah... For some reason I have this urge to see Greg react to this 😂

[@zibbszibbs]

I laughed so hard

[@simac13]

Haha Gregs videos started popping up for me and that is exactly how i would describe his presentation style also.

[@JonathanMcConico]

The best

[@emartinezr]

Attack?? That was just a joke bruh Pretty funny too 😂

[@matteom5580]

Completely unrelated. I have a dog with separation anxiety. While I was watching this latest Dr Mike video she dozed off. I left the apartment with the video still playing and returned to find her peacefully sleeping- a first since I've had her. Thank you RP

[@tquirosr]

Possibly because of the background music

[@ShovelChef]

Looks like you stumbled upon your dog's sleeping playlist. Sounds like an absolute win.

[@mabellynn4605]

Awww❤🐾

[@James_Edward59]

That’s tough, I’ve known friends with dogs like that and they genuinely are depressed the second you are gone and don’t know what to do, it’s really sad and makes you wonder why.

[@americanarborcare]

Antifreeze works well

[@itbeWOLFLINGS]

Mike's funnier than 90% of modern comedians

[@Manizalest0v4r]

🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵

[@RagdyAndy]

American "comedians" @@Manizalest0v4r

[@catsinmylife206]

99%

[@ightimmaheadout290]

because he doesnt force it and doesnt have to be funny an entire time

[@aarionlynch]

Um no

[@duhhjosh23]

If there's ever an animated body building show, they gotta get mike in as a voice actor 😂 sick breakdown as always!

[@boaragile82]

Oh, but there is Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru! (jocking, jocking! Though it is fairly accurate for edutainment anime whose delivery caused much right hand excercise *winkwink*)

[@ShovelChef]

​@@boaragile82, you went from things I mildly wanted to know, to things I never wanted to know. Instantly. Achievement unlocked. 😌🥃

[@ShovelChef]

​​@@boaragile82, also, -wink wink- **wank wank** know what I mean? Say no more. (Monty Python.)

[@ShovelChef]

Greg Doucette would play a swole Penguin. Yes, the Batman villain.

[@boaragile82]

Hey, folks were watching it for the plot! Who can blame the show about lifting if there was some, uh, lifting and, um, chasing the pump involved?

[@RudyAyoub]

nah dude when you hit that greg voice I left my body

[@wwfix3224]

Oh shit the guitar guy

[@GameN3rdz]

​@@wwfix3224 YEAH BUDDY

[@leongold04]

So Arab Dad now works out ??

[@raz0rcarich99]

*adjusts sunglasses and makes hand gestures* So you think you can lift now AND play guitar? Relly?

[@themaxtaylorlifts]

love the resting point you made a lot of people talk about “keeping tension” but end up losing reps altogether.

[@stevenmeza5310]

He also said if you don’t rest on the set you end up making same muscle it’s just preference on the reps side

[@merkamark]

The stretch and squeeze is more important than keeping tension.

[@ReizokoRyu]

Incorrect ​@@merkamark . You must be new to RP! The stretch is what tears the muscle fibers apart and causes the most hypertrophy!

[@merkamark]

@@ReizokoRyu You must be new to reading. That is what I said.

[@EverydayTJ]

Stretch and tension > squeeze ​@@merkamark

[@joeHiggonz]

I'm not okay with how good Dr. Mike is at his Ronnie Coleman impression💀

[@newera3787]

I feel like Dr. Mike and Will Tennyson collab needs to happen.. if it hasnt already that is

[@TheCooPeer]

That would be so fucking sick!

[@filipzdraveski8715]

Yessssssss fuck yesss come on will tennyson and dr mike make it happen 💪🏽

[@mcfarvo]

It hasn't. Will is kinda like a much less "cringey" JJW, but still would be worth watching with Mike.

[@HeadCannonPrime]

I would love this. I particularly want Mike to review the episode with Phil Heath were he says "Fuck the full ROM guys".

[@hugostiglitz5798]

Will is cringe. Jokes are old. Boring content.

[@thejimmyorozco]

Invite Jesse to do a RP CHEST TRAINING!!!

[@cremdeniro237]

What is that?

[@GreenPancakes]

Yes I would LOVE to see Jesse put through an RP workout

[@GameN3rdz]

​@@cremdeniro237 dude u must be new

[@nalarios5702]

Absolutely love Dr. Mike's humour. When I have a bad day I just as much watch his videos for the knowledge as well as the brilliant comedy which instantly makes me feel better.

[@ParvParashar]

Really enjoy the critique videos because they’re extremely informative and the humour is on point. Dr. Mike's impressions are always spot on!

[@JasonBjarnson]

your Critique videos really help me improve my workouts. Would love to see more of these.

[@Redacted_762]

There are so many for you to go back and watch 10/10 recommend.

[@OutrageIsNow]

His own workout videos are what helped me a lot. But yeah his critique videos are like the icing on the cake in terms of helping us really polish up our own workouts.

[@LiftMoJoe]

yes 10/10

[@josephbecker7570]

agree

[@DonJunigii]

Dude you’re looking insane bro

[@Ceredron]

Dr. Mike if you keep putting these out, I'll keep watching them.

[@miura43]

I absolutely freaking love you, Dr. Mike!!! Not only is your content super helpful, but you are one of the funniest people I have ever came accross...I used to watch stand-up comedy all the time, but have converted to your channel now for efficiency purposes - get my hypertrophy knowledge in and my laughs!! Brilliant stuff!! 😂❤

[@amaranthswami2577]

He is funny as hell 😭.. his home gym video was funny asf

[@CrunkChrizz]

Love the series of critiquing techniques/ trainings, I learn a lot! Thanks Doc

[@Patrick-kw3on]

Legit blew my mind with the finger positions on front raises. I’ve been doing them for my front delt but gripping normally and wondering why I never felt it. I immediately grabbed a dumbbell and tried thumb up and could feel the difference. Thank you Dr Mike

[@dukeoneil]

Mike, I'm in tears every time I listen. You are fucking hilarious! I went right to the membership and joined for both the training education and comic relief! 😂

[@carldevries178]

Dr. Mike was on fire for this one! The comedy/roasting combined with good, helpful tips is always welcome. Bravo!

[@kip.k]

This is like a 4 in 1 review. Jesse, Hany, Ronnie and LBP. Also the Ronnie impressions LOL!

[@masshysteria30]

Don't forget Greg Doucette appearance

[@anishphi1]

I love these. Please don't stop doing them Dr Mike.

[@4our2wenty8ight]

Loooveee the intro, Dr. Mike! Keep up the great work!

[@madxsol]

I really do appreciate the information you provide for free. While cutting up and making jokes. I'm finding myself laughing and learning at the same time.

[@SciGuy]

I’m so glad you are talking about Hani’s training. I’ve been really confused when I saw him talking about his training and wondering if it actually was most optimal for training for hypertrophy. Thanks for the breakdown:)

[@pablov1323]

Have in mind that he is specialized in genetic freaks with a pharmacie running on their blood. So not necessarily the best advice for an average lifter, specially if natty.

[@chrism45]

Whatever he's doing is working. Maybe it's training or maybe he's got some next level PED regimen. OR he picks the best clients who would've succeeded with or without him.

[@joshgill3189]

@@chrism45he trains guys already at peak genetics and trained for decades. Most likely his biggest strength is how he preps them for being on stage from a few weeks out.

[@its_dey_mate]

@@joshgill3189 Definitely, Hadi for instance wins by conditioning, not by his body necessarily. Cbum is simply a genetic specimen that looked like a beast at 18, he would have looked great even without him.

[@DagonFF]

​@@joshgill3189have you not considered that instead sport science might be overrated and not very useful for pro athletes?

[@regnarecaps]

Hilarious “ahhhhh” I’ve been watching Mikes interviews on Greg’s channel. Good stuff!

[@christopherflynn350]

I love how y'all incorporate the app and membership "ads" into these vids, they're perfect for what they do!

[@MaxStrazny]

Thanks! I’m always looking for the funniest spots for them 😂

[@heathaen]

Mike ure the best fitness channel I found so far and I was watching alot of them, love!! So glad I found your channel!

[@spyhunter775577]

Would love to see a “Training the Perfect [Pitcher, Linebacker, Point Guard, etc]” Would be fascinating to see how Mike would prescribe the balance of sports specific movements vs strength training vs cardio etc I’ve mentioned this before, and another commenter mentioned James on your team. Would be great to have him as a guest on a series like this, with your modern/improved production value you’ve had the last couple years. This is my third time making this comment. Mike, feel free to shut me down if I should stop

[@Dr_Evil_Genius]

I almost always agree with Dr. Mike. On tactile cues, I deviate. When my clients start to fatigue, they start to go into “automated mode” and fail to focus on the target muscle group[s]. A little reminder usually refocuses the client and returns them to quality reps. I only use this method when necessary. Knowing your clients is essential for knowing which cue would be more effective in different situations.

[@ethanwood751]

Totally agree I use this with many of my clients when technique/focus begins to suffer

[@Koroar]

Seems kinda weird in this specific case since he wasn't touching anywhere near the muscles being used

[@Dr_Evil_Genius]

@@Koroar I get what you mean. I think the trainer in this video was trying to encourage JJW to continue to go in a certain direction rather than touch the specific muscle [group]. After a while, the arms don’t want to raise anymore. A little “help” can **maybe** assist? It’s not exactly how I would go about it, but I think that’s the intention.

[@stayontrack]

Yea I always do this to my clients when they are squatting. Touching their glutes really fires them. Pro tip: if you touch them with your face it's even more effective

[@charlesromero2671]

I think it's a pretty reasonable assumption that he was helping with timing with a tactile cue, plus the slight touch likely gives the body the illusion of stability without actually aiding in the rep (like when you're trying to balance on one leg or handstand and BARELY touch something for significantly more stability).

[@michealobrien6116]

Mike your videos are great and your sense of humour is amazing

[@7seven2424]

Loving these reviews dr Mike 👍🏻

[@jeffmstella]

I love this series so damn much, its hilarious and informative

[@cameronmartin719]

Your content is incredible Dr. Mike & The whole RP Team! Please consider critiquing the videos of Phil Health & Will Tennyson training together. I think you'll be very impressed with what you see and have just a couple of minor critiques.

[@joaojaneiro8501]

Awesome content! Informative and funny at the same time! Great tips!

[@rizennsunn]

Nice, always wanted to see Mikey Mike critique Hany's regiment 💪🙂👍

[@its_dey_mate]

YEAH! Jesse and Dr. Mike, my favourite fitness related channels. Also, the Greg Doucette and Ronnie impressions were incredible!

[@Wablestomp2]

Very funny intro. Content getting really professional

[@evantaylorwashington4910]

Love these critique videos

[@anthonycollari2134]

Yes!!! I have been waiting for this one!!! Already dying at the intro….may have to cave and drop on that premium channel 😭

[@KO-yh1er]

Made a mistake watching this to relax in the evening. So pumped for my next workout

[@JegErAlan]

KZbin introduced me to you today, and I'm glad they did. Appreciate your videos and what I'm learning.

[@yonatangirma-ge4yh]

he is ajoke all he say bad thing for all he react admirimg is one of sportmanship man he is crying in every vidio

[@edvinkarlsson9368]

@@yonatangirma-ge4yhwhat did you even try to say here? I’m genuinely curious

[@edvinkarlsson9368]

@@yonatangirma-ge4yhwdym

[@roverdrammen3977]

Dude, this is like the best channel. Now that I'm preparing for my comeback!

[@cergic]

Absurdly entertaining impression and overall vibes. Spot on

[@Chickenflopped]

This episode was hilarious. His Ronnie impression being annoyed with Jesse was amazing!

[@TheHaiku2]

Here's why coaches all throughout the the fitness industry come up with fancy sounding or looking shit likes "F8STS" or whatever, and also why they do things like assist the athlete with "forced" reps, and or why they thouch them, or have them flex really, really hard between sets. It's because they are afraid that if they don't, the athlete wont keep them around. It's really that simple. They feel they have to earn their keep so to speak, some they come up with bullshit that really only wastes time, but looks or sounds impressive. The truth is that sound training principles, nutrition information, and coaching is simple and boring, so they have do stuff to market themselves or "spice things up," to sell programs. They're just trying to set themselves apart from the competition, and fair enough, I suppose.

[@jamescanjuggle]

exactly

[@jamesdavison1284]

100%

[@may1691]

Yep

[@arigabou]

In Hany's case its quite different bro, he trained 21 Mr olympia titles bro

[@BigDees19]

​@@arigabouit's actually not bro it's exactly what that guy said

[@woodbyte]

These are so much fun, thank you.

[@ThomasAT86]

The impressions hahaha, awesome video, thanks guys!

[@ordinarryalien]

0:29 We got the coordinates, Mike. Thanks. 💚👽💚 We're on our way. 🛸

[@EriqBowie]

Would like to see a critique of Antonio Brown’s workout with Athlean X

[@ridhwankazi9503]

thats more of a athletix type workout for explosivness not really meant for body building

[@EriqBowie]

@@ridhwankazi9503 yes it is, but Dr. Mike has covered the workouts of all types of different people before, including Tom Brady.

[@zwryy7622]

Does he even need to? Athleanx is a phony.

[@rompehero]

Hey Renaissance Periodization. I'm loving these kinds of videos where you critique fitness influencers on their tecnique, what they are doing good, what they are doing bad and what they could be doing better. Could you consider one day critiquing Jay cutler training chest with john medows for instance? They seem to be doing alot of volume work, counting in sets where they obviosuly have way more in the tank ( more then 3 reps in the reserve ) and counting them as working sets. I'd be curious to hear why they do what they do and why it may work for them and not for others etc. And I would love to hear from you why Jay Cutler uses almost half range of motion on his exercises, yet still he is able to grow and be the champion and what he does. Much love keep up the good work

[@codymartinez5986]

Your channel is my new favorite

[@JackTheRabbitMusic]

I got a tip long ago, that turning up the pinkie fingers while doing lateral raises hits the side felt almost exclusively. It’s cool to know I was doing the correct thing all these years later. I a, a N.A.S.M and Apex Certified trainer, but didn’t have the fortitude to get an exercise science degree. I did take courses in college, and did extremely well in the classes that had to do with my major; I left because of the history, math, and other irrelevant stuff I didn’t need to know. Love your channel, Mike. Peace.

[@djc1485]

Yep, we used to call it "tipping the pitcher"

[@stayontrack]

for me turning thumb up a bit more feels better personally

[@2aa2aa2]

3:28 I agree with this guy. Sometimes I take months off between sets. Feels great

[@ants8632]

One of doctor mike's best so far. Love the comedy as usual.

[@garrettzkool63]

this is probably the funniest video of yours ive seen lately, gotta sub now

[@Mr-Lion]

I would like to see you critique Mike O'Hearn's Training

[@blakemccoy2442]

The Greg Doucette impression 💀

[@xrpmxwix7932]

need more of this series! more influencer workout reviews! please

[@harriegames]

love your videos!

[@davidpevar]

Spit out my damn drink when you shrieked like Greg in the intro😂😂 😂😂

[@lasagnahog7695]

I really enjoy seeing a more legit routine critiqued. Doc still had some jibs and jabs and honest tips but he's more focused on the science and technique than when he's dunking on Kim K (which is still stellar content).

[@harmonyayoba5049]

I swear your georaphical intros will pinpoint aliens to your house ,LOVE THE CONTENT

[@teddyroosevelt9720]

Thank you for everything that you do.

[@badbirb5698]

The random touching might be intentional. In the suiting industry it was useful to touch arms, shoulders and safe areas early on. It builds trust, shows competence when done very matter-of-fact. Removed the awkwardness when you need to tug at pants for seat/crotch adjustments... But hopefully they aren't doing that at the gym!

[@teambdugz]

I think the touching is supposed to be helping him thru the harder point of the strength curve of the raises. You can get more reps out.

[@JackCarver_Reporting_in]

This is great to know!

[@robbertag808]

This is true! The man who needed to measure my sizes for my suit touched my d*ck first. I was so relaxed and trusted him so much. He really showed his competence.

[@HotBizkit]

Got a FRIENDS vibe with Joey's taylor 😂

[@TheeShastyMcNasty]

DO A VIDEO WITH ALAN THRALL!!!

[@strider5474]

ONE THOUSAND POUNDS

[@Zesijamez]

This was HILARIOUS!

[@OhWisha]

Loved the video Dana Rogan!

[@bitterman3072]

The Greg and Ronnie impressions were hilarious xD

[@guillermoroldan8074]

Your impression of Ronnie Coleman was spot on

[@tonywmckinney]

Such a great video. Had me laughing out loud the whole time. Dr. Mike has to be one of the funniest fitness influencers I follow.

[@pixeldonkey5297]

thank u doctor mike for this information it helped my training very much xoxo

[@RomanPeacock21]

"This sort of gripping around the waist Titanic bullshit they got going on over here.... It's hot and all and I'm all here for it.... But it might not be very, very effective..."😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@brucetran9611]

I want dr mike collab with Hany so they can spit all knowledges and debate. This could be gold

[@ss4yaasir524]

Hey team rp, love all the vids. But when are the training videos coming back? Love watching them before i get a lift in :)

[@Iwillwatchmovienow]

I love these!

[@truthseeker198]

Interesting take on direct no rear delt training. Never heard mike talk about it before.

[@TheGreektrojan]

Watch his technique videos on pulling/rows. The extra protraction at the end and controlled eccentrics really help the rear delts.

[@billb4696]

I want a video of Mike just doing Ronny and Greg impressions.

[@seanheisey8645]

The app is not only incredible for tracking and programming for yourself but if you have clients, it’s also phenomenal for managing their programs, volume, intensity etc…

[@whitneymeulink1833]

💜💪🏾 thanks for the tips! I’m working on getting capped shoulders.

[@LightningBoltah]

I just want to say that Jesse seems like a really good guy. I used to often see him at my gym before he gained traction and he was always super polite and apologetic about being in people's spaces or recording. I hope he stays natty and inspires all these shithead teenage boys to stop doing sarms or doing dumb ass tren challenges.

[@ethanlarsen3408]

Some physical therapists and athletic trainers I've worked with will sometimes use a touch to a muscle body to try and queue muscle activation in rehab (always consensually). I don't personally use this method and am unsure of the research behind it but anecdotally they claim that it helps patients improve muscle activation post-injury when the mind-muscle connection may be particularly weak

[@gibbsm]

I touch my quads on leg presses. All five fingertips lightly touching the muscles i want to activate.

[@robertsarakowski1414]

I am an exercise physiologist. It is called tactile stimulation. I have been working with TBI and stroke survivors for 14 years. It works big time to get the neuromuscular connection when the muscle is dormant or if there is a default connection to another area of muscle that is too dominant.

[@snowbear163]

We have studies showing patient outcomes go way up when the doctor asks how their day is going. So whether something "works" can often be just a mental thing.

[@mrpog7156]

what a coincidence, tonight is shoulders. I will totally try the front delts while inclined face up, for the stretch. tips like these are pure gold.

[@juuliusCeasar]

this guys too funny and has such great content and advice. Dr.Mike is the GOAT.

[@djokester3138]

Hany Rambod is probably the only trainer who Dr. Mike hasn't dissed and actually has gone on to acknowledge

[@tomlazoriksuccessfitness]

Would love to see an assessment of kinobody’s training, personally. Great video! 💪🤓

[@oge2772]

I appreciate the knowledge but I am here to be entertained! And you kind Sir are hilarious!

[@asgeirkvitvik6685]

love your Greg impression :) you're my new hero :D

[@wizza7763]

Dr Mike should react to Bryan Johnson’s workout and diet

[@Wetterwet]

The liver king’s real name is Brian Johnson, how about that

[@soccermomsonly2508]

This one was hilarious all the way through, thank you.

[@scyven1]

I’m so glad u have mentioned in multiple videos if u perform full rom pull-ups, rows etc u are getting enough work done on ur rear delts 👍

[@krygu]

Hi Mike, flexing between sets - Andy Galpin, Andrew Huberman and I think Jonnie Shreve as well - they spoke about benefits of doing so. It actually supports better muscle growth. Not by far but at least the academia had noticed that in the research evaluation. Nevertheless it makes you weaker for the next set - so the question could be: do we gain what we lose in volume with the weaker sets?

[@paultomsche3350]

The Ronnie Coleman impressions have me dying 😂

[@caseymorgan2112]

Love your commentary bro!!😂😂😂

[@adrienschluer1932]

You got a new fan my man

[@OlfactiveOverdose]

Time for jesse james and will tennyson to fly out to RP for a workout filming session

[@Liftergeist]

Hey Dr. Mike! Any thoughts on neck training? Such as using a neck harness and loading neck extension and flexion in moderate to high rep ranges. Can developing a horse neck have any serious drawbacks 🤔

[@anibolic]

I love your content bro

[@alexthecreator8380]

the ronnie impressions are on point we love both of y'all

[@ramenphreak3268]

i did a crossfit class one time and it ended with a moderately high rope climb and i seriously could not do it. i cant get my feet and legs to do the wrap around thing and i end up pulling too much with my arms and tiring myself out.

[@LiftMoJoe]

its very hard to do 💀

[@rawx485]

Had the same issue in high school, and in the Army, never did get it right.