125: Bigger, Stronger, Faster - The Science of Muscle Growth with Dr. Mike Israetel

How do you maximize muscle growth? What’s the optimal way to train for hypertrophy? Dr. Mike Israetel, fitness and performance expert, joins Buck Joffrey and Nikki Leigh to break down the science of building muscle—from protein timing to training volume and even future muscle-enhancing drugs. Plus, insights on sleep, recovery, and how genetics impact gains.Learn more about Dr. Mike Israetel:https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/?hl=enBioxcellerator is offering our listeners special discounts and offers on stem cell therapy. If you are interested, please reach out to Liz at [email protected]? Send us a message at:www.longevityjunky.comFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longevityjunkypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564965475593Twitter: https://x.com/longevity_junkyTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longevityjunkypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How do you maximize muscle growth? What’s the optimal way to train for hypertrophy? Dr. Mike Israetel, fitness and performance expert, joins Buck Joffrey and Nikki Leigh to break down the science of building muscle—from protein timing to training volume and even future muscle-enhancing drugs. Plus, insights on sleep, recovery, and how genetics impact gains.Learn more about Dr. Mike Israetel:https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/?hl=enBioxcellerator is offering our listeners special discounts and offers on stem cell therapy. If you are interested, please reach out to Liz at [email protected]? Send us a message at:www.longevityjunky.comFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longevityjunkypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564965475593Twitter: https://x.com/longevity_junkyTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longevityjunkypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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