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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2025 · 33 MIN

Strength Coach James DeLacy talks the Latest Science in Strength Training vs. Hypertrophy

from The Dad Bods and Dumbbells Podcast · host Barton Bryan and Mitch Royer

Send us Fan MailJames DeLacy shares his expertise on strength training for parents and athletes, revealing why less can sometimes mean more when it comes to building strength.• Former strength and conditioning coach for professional rugby with a Master's in Sports and Exercise Science• Father of two young children who fits training around family life in his garage gym• Acquired the Lift Big Eat Big brand in 2021 to deliver quality strength programming• Advocates stopping sets 2-4 reps short of failure for optimal strength gains• Explains velocity-based training where 20-30% velocity loss leads to better strength results than training to failure• Recommends consistency with even minimal workouts rather than skipping when you can't do everything• Emphasizes technique development over adding weight, especially for beginners• Creates programs with ranges to allow for auto-regulation based on how you feel each day• Suggests variety in training to prevent injuries, particularly for older liftersCheck out Lift Big Eat Big training app, Sweet Science of Fighting, and for coaches working with athletes, visit performance.education.https://sweetscienceoffighting.comhttps://performance.educationhttp://liftbigeatbig.comBarton’s RIVIAN Referral Code: BARTON16694413Become a Premium Member of Dadbods and Dumbbells by visiting: https://dadbodsanddumbbells.supercast.com----------Follow Mitch: http://instagram.com/runwithmitchFollow Bart:  http://instagram.com/bartonguybryanFollow the Podcast:  http://instagram.com/dad_bods_and_dumbbellsVisit Mitch's website: http://Bigboysruntoo.comVisit Barton's Training Website: http://teambryanwellness.com  

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Send us Fan Mail James DeLacy shares his expertise on strength training for parents and athletes, revealing why less can sometimes mean more when it comes to building strength. • Former strength and conditioning coach for professional rugby with a Master's in Sports and Exercise Science • Father of two young children who fits training around family life in his garage gym • Acquired the Lift Big Eat Big brand in 2021 to deliver quality strength programming • Advocates stopping sets 2-4 reps s...

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