465: The Art & Science of Bulking - Steve Hall

In this solo episode, Steve Hall discusses the intricacies of mass gaining and bulking, focusing on the importance of being in a caloric surplus for muscle growth. He explores the debate surrounding whether a surplus is necessary, the optimal rate of weight gain, and effective nutritional strategies for bodybuilders. Hall emphasizes the significance of training intensity and the need for a balanced approach to nutrition, including protein intake and meal timing. He concludes with insights on how long to maintain a gaining phase while ensuring overall well-being and productivity in the gym. In this episode, Steve Hall discusses the intricacies of navigating a surplus during a gaining phase, addressing common issues such as gaining too fast, the transition from cutting to gaining, and the impact of social eating. He emphasizes the importance of patience, understanding the rate of gain, and making informed adjustments based on long-term trends rather than short-term fluctuations. The conversation highlights the need for balance in nutrition and training to achieve optimal results in bodybuilding. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Mass Gaining and Bulking 10:04 Optimal Rate of Weight Gain 19:53 Nutritional Strategies for Muscle Building 37:35 Duration of Gaining Phases 44:45 The Transition from Cutting to Gaining 52:05 Social Eating and Its Impact on Gains 01:02:21 The Importance of Adjustments in Gaining Phases Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ WEBSITE: https://www.revivestronger.com/ MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ MEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/ SHOP: https://www.revivestronger.com/shop FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/revivestronger INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • https://www.raskolapparel.com?snowball=STRONGER • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ Primer Phase Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-primer-phase/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://www.massmember.com/a/2147986175/MxeV4T3M JPS Mentorship • https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/a/13324/esJ8AZwy Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://goo.gl/S8s6tG __________________________________________________________________ When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form: https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices