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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 1H 8M

012 How to build muscle with isometric training

from Hypertrophy Past and Present · host Chris Beardsley and Jake Doleschal

In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake Doleschal and Chris Beardsley break down an isometric method from bodybuilding legend and first Mr Universe, John Grimek. They explore how maximal-effort isometrics can stimulate muscle growth and the key differences between overcoming and yielding isometrics.Key topics include:How isometrics produce hypertrophyThe role of joint angle specificityYielding isometrics versus overcoming isometrics Practical ways to program isometrics

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