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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 19 MIN

Big and Weak vs Small and Strong

from Always Adaptive · host Randall

Does muscle size really predict strength?You’ve probably seen smaller powerlifters deadlifting insane weight while bigger bodybuilders struggle with less. So what’s actually going on?In this video, I review a couple clips from the great TNF and Coach Mundy.Being bigger increases your potential for strength. But strength expression depends on skill, motor learning, and how you train.I break it all down, so check it out and let me know what you think in the comments!Coaching inquiries email me at [email protected] or visit alwaysadaptive.com

Does muscle size really predict strength? You’ve probably seen smaller powerlifters deadlifting insane weight while bigger bodybuilders struggle with less. So what’s actually going on? In this video, I review a couple clips from the great TNF and Coach Mundy. Being bigger increases your potential for strength. But strength expression depends on skill, motor learning, and how you train. I break it all down, so check it out and let me know what you think in the comments! Coaching inquiries ...

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