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EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 1H 16M

Brandon DaCruz - (PT. 2) Specialization Training Phases: Exercise Selection, Example Programs, Nutrition Considerations & More

from Living Lean · host Jeremiah Bair

PART TWO: Discussing exercise selection, giving real-world specialization phase examples, important nutrition considerations, duration of specialization phases, and more Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Welcome Back00:24 - Listener Feedback and Evolving Coaching Philosophy02:39 - Programming Architecture for Specialization03:49 - Exercise Selection and Stimulus to Fatigue Ratio07:07 - Glute Specialization Example11:24 - Side Delt Specialization Example13:31 - Sensation vs. Tension in Different Movement Types17:37 - Training Intensity and Proximity to Failure25:34 - Managing Intensity Across Different Client Levels31:52 - Non-Priority Muscle Groups During Specialization35:50 - Nutritional Status and Specialization Success41:02 - Meal Timing and Training Quality45:40 - Duration of Specialization Phases50:19 - The Importance of Long-Term Commitment53:49 - Common Mistakes in Specialization Phases58:31 - Brandon's Current Training Approach01:04:02 - High Rep Training and Exercise Variety01:11:33 - Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways01:14:56 - Where to Find Brandon and ClosingFollow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/?hl=enCheck out Brandon's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-clarity-health-fitness-podcast/id1619611966Brandon’s Email: [email protected] parts specialization, training, weak points, coaching, muscle growth, frequency, volume, fitness podcast, hypertrophy, exercise selectionTo Apply For Coaching With Our Team: CLICK HERE 📲 Follow Our Team On Instagram:- ELEVATED COACHING SYSTEMS TEAM PAGE- JEREMIAH- ANDREA- NATALIE

PART TWO: Discussing exercise selection, giving real-world specialization phase examples, important nutrition considerations, duration of specialization phases, and more Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome Back 00:24 - Listener Feedback and Evolving Coaching Philosophy 02:39 - Programming Architecture for Specialization 03:49 - Exercise Selection and Stimulus to Fatigue Ratio 07:07 - Glute Specialization Example 11:24 - Side Delt Specialization Example 13:31 - Sensation vs. Tens...

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