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EPISODE · Aug 1, 2026 · 1H 17M

Bulking Is Dead - Eric Helms & Steve Hall

from The Revive Stronger Podcast · host Revive Stronger

In this episode, Eric Helms and Steve Hall explore the nuances of body recomposition, optimal bulking and cutting strategies, and the science behind muscle gain and fat loss. They discuss recent research, practical insights, and debunk common myths to help athletes optimize their training and nutrition. Chapters 00:00 Audio Troubles and Nostalgia 02:47 Heat and Body Temperature During Massing 05:58 Gaining Weight: Personal Experiences and Insights 09:02 Recomposition: Understanding the Nuances 11:59 Surplus vs. Maintenance: The Anabolic Debate 14:45 The Role of Body Composition in Muscle Gain 18:05 Deficits and Muscle Gain: A Closer Look 20:53 The Impact of Training Experience on Gains 23:50 Psychology of Body Image and Muscle Growth 34:30 Evolution of Perspectives in Bodybuilding 35:30 The Surplus Dilemma: Muscle Gain vs. Fat Gain 39:35 Post-Show Recovery: Finding the Balance 43:43 The Impact of Body Fat on Muscle Growth 46:26 Psychological Aspects of Bodybuilding and Recovery 51:20 Understanding Muscle Memory and Recovery 01:04:31 The Complexity of Body Composition Studies Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • US: https://www.raskolapparel.com?snowball=STRONGER • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ • Canada: https://raskolapparel.ca/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://www.massmember.com/a/2147994108/MxeV4T3M Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1uk0lvv6e1rqv __________________________________________________________________ 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

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