How HARD Should You Train To Build Muscle?

I think how hard you should workout is one of the most important topics in fitness. If it turns out that pushing it as hard as possible is actually better for muscle growth, then we should just suck it up and do that. But if it turns out that we'd be better off being more moderate with our intensity, so we can balance volume, recovery and other training, then that's what we should do! In this video I'm speaking with 5 different experts about this topic and, while there is some agreement on certain aspects, as you'll see, there is some differing of opinion when it comes to the details.
I'll be uploading the full length, unedited conversations with each guest to my podcast! Watch the first discussion with Dr. Mike Israetel: • How Hard Should You Tr...
Check out my guests' channels here:
Mike Israetel: / @renaissanceperiodization
John Meadows: / mountaindog1
Stefi Cohen: / @steficohen
Eric Helms: / team3dmj
Greg Nuckols: / @strongerbyscience
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About me: I'm a Canadian natural pro bodybuilder and internationally-qualified powerlifter with a BSc in biochemistry/chemistry and a passion for science. I've been training for 12 years drug-free. I'm 5'5 and fluctuate between 160 lbs (lean) and 180 lbs (bulked).
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Disclaimers: Jeff Nippard is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Jeff Nippard will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.

[@JeffNippard]

I'm uploading the full length, unedited discussions with each expert to my podcast! Watch the first one with Dr. Mike here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaSyk3SAmNqpfrc Enjoy!

[@aakhila5371]

Can you hold a session with David Goggins? Would be amazing to compare the scientific vs the machoistic appraised to training and the pros and cons of both.

[@mayito3334]

Harder than last time

[@SuperTaekwondo23]

Thanks Jeff

[@tylershuman1395]

Jeff, is there any research on altering reps in reserve based off of rep ranges? E.g. if I take a set to 15 and stop at 1RIR my muscles have gone 15/16 reps or 93.75% to failure. But if I take a set to 5 and leave 1RIR that’s 5/6 or 83.333% to failure. Could this account for the reason that the best hypertrophy is typically seen with slightly higher reps?

[@sadface7457]

Review harder then last time

[@CooperDoran]

Jeff talks about training the neck with weights but I think his results are from the subtle but constant nodding during his interviews

[@pranjalprasad8704]

😂

[@mariemurphy9538]

Hahahahahahahahaha

[@mambaout1165]

Lmaoo

[@imadeyoureadthis1]

Damn that's funny.

[@fartloudYT]

did anyone count the reps

[@luise8701]

“You don’t achieve greatness from casual effort” This is a million dollar advice. This applies to EVERYTHING.

[@aternaljoy7649]

It's easy to put in a great effort when your body is running on steriods lmao. I really wish he wouldn't include obvious steroid users in these types of videos.

[@StagnantMizu]

yes golden and underrated advice.

[@voiceofreason7567]

*I WONDER HOW LOW STEFI’s BEEF HANGS FROM THE DRUGS SHE HAS DONE*

[@Fish-rm6nl]

@@voiceofreason7567 oh god xD

[@luizgabriel3388]

Yes

[@age_of_reason]

I train so hard that it takes me 52 weeks to recover before my next training session.

[@emilyaitch8143]

lol

[@UchihaChikiru]

How’s that working out for ya? 🤣

[@sammrema4526]

I swear it be like that when u just start gym and train super hard

[@harshchhangani]

RPE 69

[@StagnantMizu]

I felt that

[@abhishekm3752]

I'm a beginner (130kgs, 29yrs, never been to gym) and I m going to science the shit out of body recomposition. Thanks to Prof. Jeff 🔥

[@VinyZikss]

hey how is it going so far?

[@portajohn]

Yeah how is it going man

[@5tht945]

How is it going then?

[@olgierdvoneverec4135]

How's it going so far?

[@Alleyezonjimz]

How far going is it?

[@camaro69920]

Honestly the best thing about jeff is he never acts like he knows it all, he says let me investigate this and present my findings and really tries to get all the info, great channel

[@bogtrotter9000]

Its a recurring trait of those with a genuinely scientific mindset. Science is never finished, but many people find it far too tempting to form or follow an opinion that is.

[@CursedWheelieBin]

Setting the bar rather low, aren't we? Do you mean that the best thing is his maturity? 🤔

[@Bogdanbmm]

So true

[@Bogdanbmm]

Indeed that is the trait of somebody that goes for the how and why and not let me boost my silly ego by being the know it all douchebag

[@cebedojames]

why dont he conduct his own experiment

[@gabriellaang23]

“Greatness doesn’t come from casual effort.” That’s lowkey the best quote from this video. Thank you, Stef.

[@Slok727]

Her view is great use science bit dont be a slave of it

[@toplad8113]

@@Slok727 This makes very little sense. Peer-reviewed studies are the most reliable source of information there is. It's not like we're speaking about some obscure activity where anecdotes trump actual studies.

[@Slok727]

@@toplad8113 but some things you learn through experience it is not end all be all

[@owenrung5182]

Top Lad while you are right that peer reviewed study’s can be the most reliable source of info, studies will never be able to account for every single variable. There is so much individuality in training that there always must be a blend of science and anecdotal evidence. It will never be an exact science.

[@pretty_flaco]

she dropped so many good points

[@benb8647]

RIP John Meadows

[@Distonare]

The neck gains from Jeff's nodding throughout the video must be insane

[@mortisea2408]

I have only read the title, and I can already feel Greg’s vain popping

[@laurafrank8663]

I was thinking the same thing hahahaa

[@GalickGon]

Mortisea vain or vein? Both apply just clarifying 😂

[@NKPMPRODUCTIONS]

HARDER THAN LAST TIME!!!!

[@ShayanGivehchian]

*Loud screaming and chest striation in the distance.

[@barkruffalo9700]

HARDER THAN LAST TIME

[@nanonasone3113]

Circle noises*

[@krisvalkanov1517]

Underrated comment

[@GDime]

Best fuckin com

[@Sbigsla]

My doctor is gonna get angry now

[@TheJosesito14]

Alright Jeff, you outdid yourself in this one video. Took the time to put it together and gather information. One of the most eye opening and educational videos I've seen lately.

[@KnuckleHead1983]

I used to train to failure a lot but it did take its toll on me and my joints so now I stop usually 1 rep shy of failure and my workouts have improved, my strength has gone up and I’m recovering better.. great video Jeff I love listening to these guys you spoke to

[@rascon97]

Everyone: Infinity War is the most ambitious crossover in history. Jeff Nippard: Hold my Kiwi.

[@RubenFRS]

This comment in very underrated

[@jasoncarvalho9711]

'Hold my kiwi', I'm laughing 😂😂💀

[@candiceeliaes8376]

This needs more likes.

[@nicolasflores6046]

😂😂😂😂

[@commercio3564]

Yes, *ININITY* War... crazy war that was

[@spaceisalie5451]

David Goggins has left the chat

[@DjR3aper]

I wonder who trains harder, greg or david.

[@IamHueGraves]

@@DjR3aper David probably (not that it's good)

[@andresm1704]

Bake Master definitely david

[@samualcalnan2267]

@@DjR3aper I don't know who greg is yet, but David ran on broken feet until his organs started to fail

[@tusharbharadwaj3168]

Goggins probably takes every session beyond RPE 10, by taking souls of near by individuals.

[@beproud3027]

Depends on so many things,. Age, experience, goals, how often you train, diet, natty or not, work load outside the gym, genetics, do you compete against anyone besides yourself, and so much more. Best advice is eat right, be consistent, and listen to your body while paying attention to what works. Ime overdoing it can actually set you back for the rest of this life. Be consistent OVER TIME...

[@RichyRich2607]

Absolutely right. I've seen people who had a mediocre schedule and ate a lot of crap, but were at least eating enough protein. But even they look great today, simply because they stuck with it for a long time and didn't give up.

[@thamiresmilanes7049]

I don't expect less than great information from Jeff, but this video puts a lot in perspective for a 3 year lifter experiencing some difficult issues right now. The summarization of all these opinions in this great and organized way... The last guy just simply kills it as well. Your work is gold, Jeff. Thank you so much.

[@Hugo-xj2mj]

"Never once in my entire career did I come into the gym thinking what's the least I could do to get by"

[@WilsonTexasRager]

@Johan_lainelautaijilå Yes you are.

[@JCMW-hw9jl]

I do, but only to attain a pump and troll the nattys.

[@dreawmy2912]

I did, because i am a maniac and i can push too far too easily

[@benedekistvan2655]

Just counting the "HARDER THAN LAST TIME" comments.

[@aliabouyoucef9873]

"The harder than last time" comments are more than last time

[@maxcheese382]

You better count harder than last time

[@filthymcnastyazz]

Benedek István not so hard you can’t recover from it in time to train next time

[@cricrielectro]

At first I saw the title, I was all like: aww Idk man, he's probably gonna lie to me. Then I saw (The Truth) and clicked

[@emmanuel1031]

Hahahahaha underrated comment

[@mrnaizguy]

When you got a nice video title but wanna spice it with some clickbait

[@geiza.barros]

🤣🤣

[@Jaykapp.]

Lmaoo oh my

[@dgxa]

😂😂😂

[@timego5552]

Watching because I started working out again and my body is so sore that I can't even go back to the gym to do more workouts. Can hardly even raise my arm to turn on the shower.

[@hvafaenskaljeghete1800]

Use your teeth

[@bigfoot14eee99]

I hope you went back and built up slowly this time.

[@BrunoNeureiter]

Holy moly

[@D1GItAL_CVTS]

*>sees video title* *>immediately hears doctor's screaming*

[@MB-up3mh]

I'm already pumped for Greg's response to this video 😂

[@mthemaxim5703]

"HARDER! HAAAAAARDER!...how hard?! HARDER THAN LAST TIME!!! you morons"

[@JeffNippard]

What do you guys think?

[@hongtravelvlogs7841]

How hard? Harder than last time, no?

[@idriiz_fiidow]

Jeff Nippard great video bro🔥🔥👌

[@marcusmarana4283]

Will you reply?

[@davorinkuhar6932]

Harder than Last time!

[@marekkulma9482]

1 rep in reserve to not cause too much fatigue

[@danielgreen3965]

I absolutely love the way you make videos. I never see anyone utilize as many high level professionals or data/journals in just about any topic as you do. The fact that you summarize and make it easy to understand is amazing as well since the average viewer "like me" wouldn't be able to follow most of the info. we are trying to get from good resources. The fact that you're extremely fit also adds to the credibility of the information because you probably wouldn't be giving the information if you didn't believe it was true which says something about your experience and knowledge base as well. I GIVE YOU MAJOR PROPS!

[@karimatney1375]

Fantastic content. I have been lifting for 35 years, and I am amazed at how much I constantly learn from your channel, be it Technique Tuesday or amazing collaborations with fellow experts. THANK YOU!

[@orumde9456]

This takes alot of freaking time to make this video. I can only say thankyou Jeff for doing it for us. Not even this video, every video you put so much time in them and you make those "science boring results" to interesting and makes me wanna listen, read and know more about it. I wanna thank you so much for every video you put out there, this can be said! Thnx alot Jeff and keep up the good work!!!

[@darcyashby9859]

Exactly for our viewing pleasure

[@Peppimort]

Lool orum whats up

[@orumde9456]

@@Peppimort ayeee my boy, yh man gym is life yo dm on twitter

[@26gyt]

I thought I'd be here before the "HARDER THAN LAST TIME" comments. I was wrong...

[@nanonasone3113]

Come earlier than next time then

[@eduardositoe5085]

You beat me to it 😂 i was gonna comment this

[@todorpopov8613]

Very wrong

[@yacined4882]

@@gregdoucette you're a disgusting guru. must be glad you found an army of gullible zombie to brainwash for your overpriced "cookbook"

[@nickodicko8866]

Yacine D Bro sit down 😂

[@a-5681]

This video is amazing Jeff! The quality of the video and the information made very clear and concise (which is quite difficult with this topic, since there are many variables). Your illustrations are very clear and I love the fact that you talked with so many people in the field and exposed yourself to different standpoints. Kudos Jeff!😊

[@wherethewildthingsarenot]

The level of knowledge that comes out of Mike's mouth is fucking crazy. Can't beleive he puts out his content for free

[@Richard-th8js]

Damn jeff assembled the avengers for this one

[@breaknfiction21]

Harder than last time!!!!! Unless your too sore or injured or over trained. Then go easier. ;)

[@kungfukennyaintnobodyprayi347]

But then after that go HARDER THAN LAST TIME

[@AVB15]

Greg Doucette lol

[@aldavedesierdo42]

Harder than last time, then DELOAD! Then do it again! Haha

[@MatheusIM]

Thanks Jeff for so much time spent doing this video and for make us better lifters!!

[@graceharding3637]

The quality of all your videos is incredible , Jeff! Thank you!

[@TheGonzaGaming]

I hear faint screams in the distance... “...buy my freaking training book!!!”

[@lucaraujo1]

I think it is the cookbook

[@TheSuperLegoMan100]

god i can hear his screaming so clearly in my head

[@pretty_flaco]

it’ll pop up in the comments eventually

[@Jigalipuff]

@@TheSuperLegoMan100 Out of the loop. Whom are you guys referring to?

[@TheSuperLegoMan100]

@@Jigalipuff Greg Doucette

[@FreakyraymanNOTOW]

Come on guys! Everyone can post "Train harder than last time". You need to be funnier than last time

[@merfammm5656]

FreakyRayman “train harder than last time” sounds funnier now?

[@yacined4882]

@@merfammm5656 they're simps without personality

[@PhillipCummingsUSA]

@@yacined4882 says the person with a blank youtube profile

[@yacined4882]

@@PhillipCummingsUSA lol a youtube profile is a personality ? Go repeat the songs of your master Greg the guru like the good parrot you are

[@franciscoduarte5214]

@@yacined4882 Lol, is a comment a personality too? Get a life and stop insulting other people.

[@rasalresid9147]

Proper diet and training can do miracles, if you do them the right way. It's not 70% diet and 30% training, it's 100% dedication to both. I train at home cause gyms are closed in my town. The meal plan I'm following is from Dietarize. I lost 5lbs in 4 weeks (mostly fat, but some water for sure). I like its flexibility and simplicity. I'm considering hiring a personal trainer in the future, but for now Dietarize does really good job and it is a lot cheaper 😀

[@JP5466]

Nice tactic, but it's still sounds like SPAM.

[@rasalresid9147]

@@JP5466 Thanks, you could check for yourself.

[@pamalahauser2454]

dietarize is a scam website, waste of money

[@KurtisElgood]

Love what feels like the new evolution of KZbin fitness, response videos and these Collabs along with top tier information such as this video makes for a very exciting time

[@BIGEARL240]

i just copy whatever set rick da stick uploads daily, shirt ripping and florida man rage included

[@AmY-gm2qs]

We're infesting the nest boys

[@fabiodellorto1288]

Sticky ricky

[@skullkid112]

Hell yea bois

[@Nikita_Turbo]

gotta confuse the weights right babe?

[@xxxsnippzzxxx9355]

Infest the best bois

[@omglookatme6899]

Ah, glad to see everyone has the same person on their mind regarding who’ll be reacting to this. Our beloved doc.

[@Moose92411]

I stopped counting at 25 😂

[@MB-up3mh]

Lol how's that simping?

[@indroidy]

😂😂😂😂

[@bradekegren1723]

Loch F I’ll say, I looked at the comments and they’re all about Greg! He made a video and I commented on what an egotistical narcissist Greg is and everyone started defending him, it was hilarious!

[@yacined4882]

@Loch F not only simps, they're super betas living vicariously through their master

[@bobbyalistor]

Lol basically most of the 5 said harder than last time, but just in a more elaborated way

[@julialongo]

this was a good wake up call, thank you Jeff! We appreciate all the effort you put into your videos💪

[@chrissvetlichny5673]

Amazing content and fantastic guests. Really looking forward to the full interviews on your podcast. Thank you Jeff!

[@S_wali]

Jeff I don't know what's happening but I want more frequent uploads, as they're very informative on a scientific level . One thing we can always rely on is how good your content is .

[@nAcolz]

I love his uploads as well, but maybe the quality of the videos goes in hand with the frequency of the uploads?

[@S_wali]

@@nAcolz he use to upload allot more before quarantine , idk maybe he's busier in life , or motivation for training could've dropped? For me watching my gains go away has demotivated me like crazy .

[@monikak285]

He said this video took him months to make

[@S_wali]

@@monikak285 yes this video , some vids take longer than others , however a KZbinr doesn't do one vid at a time . Also doesn't stop him from making other videos

[@hockeymann88]

Nice content here. I have been training for 40 years and it's not always easy for me to get interested in "new" information and perspectives. This content was definitely an exception. Thanks for all the time spent making it.

[@IreneKaali]

PODCAST CONTENT!!! I’ve never been so happy!! Thanks Jeff!!!!

[@Joshuadalewillis]

JM’s mindset is my favorite, mechanical tension is as mechanical tension does ♥️

[@Deardhra]

I love everything about this channel. It’s super helpful and I really admire bringing science into understanding fitness and building muscle bc it’s very important!

[@OhJustEatIt]

I love that you pulled the highlights out and made this video. Thanks.

[@kemicalyemster]

This is high level, quality, comprehensive content. We'll done dude

[@angelosorio98]

I can already feel the response video coming 💀

[@stevenjelinek5716]

SHOUTING LOUDER THAN LAST TIME

[@yacined4882]

@@stevenjelinek5716 bunch of betas living vicariously through a high pitched voice

[@culdeus9559]

This one will be hard for him to attack. Plus he doesn't really go after isratel and he was half the video

[@angelosorio98]

culdeus I hate that smug thumb head

[@HB-qq2uq]

This is one of the best and most informative videos I’ve ever watched. Have been wondering about this topic recently and this helped a ton, thank u

[@lisakibler458]

This video is excellent. Always such high quality content!! And you interviewed so many highly esteemed experts in the fitness industry!! Thank you so much for all of the time and effort you put into your research and videos!!

[@lyricmelody4650]

I think Jeff’s voice is so nice, the way he explains stuff just soothes me lol

[@hashooom994]

One thing worth noting, most speakers gave their advice which, apart from it being their own approach to training, should be taken with a grain of salt given its for full time pro athletes and not people who cannot set their personal and professional lives on the side to get optimal rest/nutrition etc. in order to max out their gym potential. Otherwise great video!

[@klw3786]

A grain of salt and a dose of steroids...all of them take the juice so unless you do the same you will never see their results no matter how hard you try

[@loustancu3480]

this video is absolutely amazing, such great answers from all the guests and you did a great job getting it down into a nutshell without sacrificing important detail. definitely gonna be thinking about this while programming my next cycle

[@mrshah2043]

You're killing it, Jeff, just more and more impressive content.

[@Rich-zb7vc]

Awesome video, thanks so much! Great panel too, mix of science and practical use cases. One way to improve it would be to talk about fatigue differently. Most of the elements of judging exertion were based on how tired/pumped/exhausted were your muscles, or a specific muscle group felt when you left the gym. I did a heavyweight, big volume deadlift workout two days ago and I'm still recovering- yet I feel no specific muscle fatigue, but I have been staring off into space and can't concentrate. CNS plays really hard into this, we should use different ways to measure stress on the body (HRV, etc.). I don't know how to measure CNS strain except through perception. Thanks again

[@deven9565]

You need to do a community poll to find out where your audience are in terms of training experience

[@rocketayaps]

I think you have continuously outdone yourself with the quality of content you have put out. Great work! Keep going champ!

[@heathermoore7908]

These videos are very informative and SOO helpful. I’m currently studying to become a personal trainer and nutritionist and these videos really help me get other perspectives. Thank you, Jeff

[@caseyvee4419]

Another factor- we used to have a saying around the gym: "You can do that if you are chock full of steroids", and it applied to nearly everything- intensity and volume of training, diet, supplements. Simple fact was the guys who were juiced could get away with murder (no Chris Benoit or Bertil Fox comments, please) and still succeed. And it was not always because they were more dedicated. A casual trainer on steroids would do better than a dedicated hard trainer, every time.

[@genghislad6195]

This video has a fair amount of very useful, scientific and pro level information that athletes all over the world will make good use of for the rest of their lifes, thank you so much for taking the time to make this, and thanks to all of those who participated in making this.

[@Croix1]

Absolutely amazing information, summarized very well by you and balanced by being from so many sources. Thank you so much for putting up this kind of stuff for free, it's much MUCH appreciated

[@Yjkishke]

Always impressed by the editing. Even the curse words are bleeped so tastefully

[@Karnivor555]

Thank you so much. That was the information I was looking for. I´m a newbie and always lifted till failure. My muscles hurt like a week after training and now I know why it is a bad idea to workout like that as a beginner.

[@TimLevi]

I would keep training to failure bro. Most newbs mistake that makes them never see gains is training like a bish. If you workout only 2 or 3 times a week just keep going to failure or at least until failure on form

[@FelineFitness]

"harder than last time" - Greg Doucette

[@SuperTaekwondo23]

You beat me to it

[@zarakkhan3408]

Feline can’t wait for his response

[@angeltaveras6604]

I was about to comment this, is the only correct answer

[@SuperTaekwondo23]

@@angeltaveras6604 lol yes

[@slitheringsnake229]

Let’s gooooooo

[@ijpc1996]

I used to subscribe to many bodybuilding channels. Some contradicted each other and I didn't know who was right and who was wrong. Now I only follow Jeff Nippard. His knowledge, his guests and his references to scientific studies are reliable enough to follow just one channel. This video proves that again. Thank you Jeff!

[@moritzsteinke1237]

For real, I'm so thankful for all the gard work your putting in to this videos. I don't know if this is important to you, but I'm sure your the best in the Industrie. The work you put in to this is filled with so much great spirit, it's overwhelming how good you are as a teacher entertainer. And I'm sure your not even trying to hard to entertain, it just comes naturally with your great spirit and hard work. Really really thanks a lot dude. Your videos are awesome

[@notes-gg]

rip meadows, man 🗣💖

[@tc104x]

Im 58 and have been lifing for 42 years, over time you figure out what works and "work" is always key with good effort. I've kept injuries very low and still have good knees and shoulders. 440 DLift and 315 front squats and still gaining strength after two sever motorcycle accidents. Yea, I don't leave much in the tank and train to make the gains I want and train around small injuries. It all works as long as your consistent, period. "as hard as I need to" pretty much is useful. Days vary, life varies but I get to the gym 6 days a week... and work!

[@DrSamsHealth]

Such a great knowledge synthesis! Kudos for bringing these experts together!

[@gianlucacominato4182]

One of the most useful video that I’ve ever see on KZbin, a lot of information for free.

[@PendlayRoe]

I'm glad you interviewed an actual athlete and not just bodybuilders. Great video.

[@krishnagodale3200]

Nice name you got there

[@stoic_ape9518]

Ohh Jeff adressed it I've been expecting something like this for a while now havent watched it but I bet Coach Greg is gonna enjoy this.

[@nicodiaz508]

People gonna disagree but Greg Doucette isn’t helpful at all and annoying to listen to

[@TheJhinFos]

Nico Diaz to you

[@sancamilobad]

@@nicodiaz508 same here

[@thanishdavipaul2876]

@@nicodiaz508 bruh sure ok

[@kubeltrash8323]

Nico Diaz To each their own. People enjoy watching Greg because he’s a straightforward, no bs kinda guy with 30+ years of fitness experience. Personally, he’s helped me out a lot with dieting and lifting but I enjoy watching Jeff from time to time too

[@m2han]

Jeff, thank you so much for this video - it reads like a high quality systematic review, and puts so many types of fitness advice out there in context.

[@nicolasflores6046]

I’m rewatching this at least 3 more times This video was soo awesome 🔥🔥 Jeff really manages to keep bringing the best content every time huh 🙌💪

[@MonotoniTV]

There was a disturbance in the force. I feel a reaction video coming 😂

[@marktwain368]

@8:15 John reiterates how important form is. That is also something you do, Jeff, quite frequently. That is one reason you are an excellent trainer. I studied Kungfu for some years in Toronto and my Sifu always made form the essential focus. I am over 70 now so I don't do heavy but try to follow your videos which show proper/ideal form. So, thanks for that, Jeff!

[@ryanfollweiler691]

Great video, great idea to have the extended interviews as a podcast!

[@johnkesler5092]

well done, Jeff....great guests with great perspectives and your presentation was top shelf. Thanks

[@kabily99]

HARDER THAN LAST TIME

[@ashish-rk7do]

Thats what she said

[@milanrosh6561]

@@ashish-rk7do that's what the circle said

[@mthemaxim5703]

that's what the doctor said

[@luisguevara8548]

That's what the Mexican said

[@kabily99]

Thats what my step mother said

[@prettyinpink9893]

“People rarely train hard enough”

[@andrewthebladethrower8371]

she spoke wisdom in each word.

[@mandolorian9893]

"You don't achieve greatness with casual effort" Damn that hit deep. If theres one thing I took away from this video its that one statement

[@dahnubiggs735]

So nice to see someone from my old uni (Dr. Helms)! Awesome video Jeff, as always!

[@meghdaniellama1604]

Harder than last time” Dr. Greg

[@Puchatun]

literally was going to say the same thing lmao

[@juicedcybernewtype]

I clicked on the comments wondering how long it would before I saw someone say that. Second one down hahaha, you're doing God's work there

[@garrettadams782]

It also depends on what you’re working out. You shouldn’t go to muscle failure all the time on legs but you can surely do that on biceps.

[@SlavikMilerFitness]

Thank you so much for this video! so much helpful information just in one video. much appreciated! keep going hard, love&respect

[@Kevlaren]

I really liked what Stefi said about never entering the gym thinking how she can get away with doing the least amount possible! I always go in thinking how much can I possibly do before my body gives me a message to cool down.

[@paulp5656]

I think you can only train as good as you feel on any given day. Some days you can go the extra mile sometimes you don't. Distractions both physical and mental get in the way, intensity along with consistency go long way too

[@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife]

It’s interesting you brought up the distractions. I posed the idea to Dr. Campbell and others about how certain music may help give you another rep, or how some things may distract you to an earlier failure. I hope the scientists start researching these things. Also, not to come off like a pervert, but one time this extremely beautiful girl was training near me and it gave me a burst of strength. I’m curious if anything goes on physiologically there in the presence of a female that helps with performance. In all seriousness. Things like these are interesting to me and I wonder if anyone is doing work on these factors. 🤔

[@paulp5656]

@@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife For myself, it's just thoughts and observations. Going to the gym isn't just a physical exertion. I do think there is a psychological component to it. We can make the argument for emotional and social components also

[@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife]

@@paulp5656 yeah, interesting stuff.

[@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife]

@@paulp5656 I’m curious, why do you think dudes (females too) are always staring at one another all the time in the gym? Is it a dominance hierarchy thing, or some sort of competitive drive? Oftentimes it’s just through the mirror and maybe not intentional but sometimes I feel it is. I’m not a big guy, but I’m really lean now too and maybe people just want to see what I’m doing but that’s something I never get used to is all the staring and stuff. Just curious if you notice that too when you go and why. I should probably ask Jordan Peterson haha

[@paulp5656]

@@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife good question. Since humans are still animale I would have to say part of it is hierarchy and some of it is competitive drive, so both. I think if one's thoughts are examined as this is occurring we are comparing ourselves to others constantly and naturally. For males is it an alpha male thing and with females is it a biological clock thing............?

[@mhar0319]

So here's the question I have after watching this. My high school and collegiate baseball workouts seemed to always kind of be geared towards one day at 60-80% intensity and another day to max and go for 1rm. But after asking a few of my buddies who I chose to ask because they seemed to have obviously been doing some things right they said I should shoot for a 3-1 ratio of reps vs. max. So essentially repping from ~70-80% intensity 2 times one week, then reps once more the next week, then one day at 1rm and drop setting -- repeat. They said it was because maxxing once a week could lead to injuries so what is the ideal intensity to gain mass and strength? 3-1 and just being consistent or a flat 1-1 ratio?

[@kyrie4451]

You should ask your coach why. The goals of strength and conditioning is very different from training for pure strength or bodybuilding. You are trying to get better at baseball over all else. The light day might be for speed work. You cannot build speed when fatigued. And if you pitch almost everyday, you already accumulate enough fatigue. So having light days makes sense. And nobody training at intermediate level and above can max out weekly. You get burnt out. That's why Dr. Isarel said the first few weeks are easier, then you get near max aroubd week 4-6 before deload.

[@madih.8296]

incredible video ! so informative and exactly what so many of us need to know. very well made, amazing job !

[@NisimDoesPowerliftingFitness]

As always, great content. Thank you for this video, Jeff!

[@TheBatmanNPC]

Clearly left out one of the best experts...

[@adamfoster-baird8537]

Papa Greg

[@mostlypeacefulrowan8747]

Dom

[@mike4455]

"TRAIN HARDER THAN LAST TIME!!"

[@elichristopherson7661]

Stan efferding

[@captainEddie517n]

Scooby

[@Tonaldo90]

"Everybody wants to be a bodybuilder, but nobody wants to lift no heavy-ass weights" :)

[@Fartedmouth]

-no-

[@mujy82]

Light weight babyyyyyy!

[@seinfan9]

I do, though!

[@Grimdawn95]

YEEEEEP

[@Avogadros_number]

Not everyone wants to shoot their booty up with hormones

[@justmick1020]

You the best man. I love watching you. You so passionate about given us the good tips and stuff. I been following you for a while now. And trying to have my channel useful like yours. Keep up the good work man seriously💯

[@flapandfeather]

Excellent info. Thanks for putting in the time to get this to us!

[@volted_blitz8230]

Jeff always addressing the important stuff

[@Dm3qXY]

As a technically absolute beginner (2 months in, after decades of ignorance) i liked how this video confirmed my bias... i am at this point struggling, mindfully, to bring my 4 days of recovery per muscle group down to 3.. i am fine with paying attention to form, instinctively i try not to push all sets to failure, but i think i am doing too many sets per session at the moment, for my current level (especially for big muscles, like legs). thanks for reading my comment :)

[@henrikmadsen2176]

Jeff makes me smile 😀 SO thorough and yet so light! Impressive and nice 👌

[@Jannajx5]

This is probably the best, most valuable fitness video I have ever watched, everyone should follow advice that was given here. Training quality is the no1 thing that distinguishes good and bad results in hypertrophy and strenght and I wish more people knew that. Thats why everyone nowadays thinks that everyone is on steroids when they in reality just suck at lifting.