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EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 28 MIN

Bonus Episode: Dr. Feigenbaum on Volume vs. Intensity, Training Frequency, Peptides, and More!

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In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum hosts a live "Ask Me Anything" session, tackling a wide range of questions on health, fitness, nutrition, and training philosophy.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayTimestamps:0:32 How important are volume, intensity, and proximity to failure for hypertrophy?3:46 Does muscle memory exist?7:03 What is the reasoning behind the heavy "fatigue single" in the low fatigue template?9:00 What is Barbell Medicine's take on the Mike Israetel PhD controversy?13:18 What is the TLDR on peptides?16:47 What's the cutoff in terms of sets for a hypertrophy response?19:23 If Viagra/Cialis works for a patient, does it mean there's a cardiovascular concern?20:26 Would you recommend "Murph" from CrossFit as a good overall fitness exercise?21:37 Can you still build muscle while running 70 kilometers per week?22:53 Is training three times per week for 30 minutes realistic for a late novice?25:30 How should I handle lower back pain after returning to lifting?28:44 Which offseason template should I choose: Hypertrophy 2 or Powerbuilding 2?30:22 I've had knee tendonitis for two years, any ideas?32:16 How many rest days do you recommend per week?34:29 How to manage low back pain without a specific diagnosis from a chiro or acupuncturist?36:50 If training is only possible at the expense of sleep, is it worth it?38:06 For health and hypertrophy, how much cardio should you do?39:54 Is there a benefit to having heels below the platform for calf raises?41:00 Why are you against acupuncture?41:48 Recommendations for training for people coming off chemotherapy?43:29 Is a lunge or Bulgarian split squat considered a squat pattern?44:13 What accessories complement a Mammoth Bar deadlift?45:30 How is your dad's training going, and how to get an older parent started?47:32 Why do you think medical schools give so little instruction on exercise if it's a "panacea"?49:47 How to approach nutrition for building muscle while staying lean?51:06 Which workout offers the least benefits?51:48 What frequency of exercise do you program for a focus on glutes?53:09 How would you add full-body training for a teen playing tennis twice a week?54:13 : How would you approach osteoarthritis treatment in general?Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at [email protected] Sponsors:* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/bbm50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/bbm for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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