Muscle Hypertrophy - cellular & molecular mechanisms, weight, range of motion, exercise selection, volume, intensity, frequency, rest intervals, progressive overload, hormones, nutrition, supplements

Today's episode answers the following questions, among others:

• What is muscle hypertrophy and how does it work?

• Is it true that lifting weights tears your muscles and they grow back stronger?

• What's more important for building muscle: lifting heavy weights for few reps, or lighter weights for more reps?

• Should I focus on compound exercises (like squats and deadlifts) or isolation exercises to build muscle?

• What is the difference between fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscle fibers, and how do they relate to muscle growth?

• How much protein do I actually need to eat per day to build muscle?

• Is the "anabolic window" real? How soon after a workout do I need to consume protein?

• Are some types of protein (like whey vs. casein) better than others for muscle growth?

• Can you actually grow new muscle fibers, or do existing ones just get bigger?

• How does resistance training and maintaining muscle mass affect aging and longevity?

• What is "progressive overload" and why is it essential for continuous muscle growth?

• How important are sleep and rest days for muscle recovery and growth?

• What is the psychological impact of focusing on muscle growth and body image?

• How often should I work out each muscle group per week for the best results?

• Are supplements like creatine or HMB necessary for building muscle?

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