EPISODE · Aug 17, 2021 · 23 MIN
The Importance of Exercise Technique for Building Muscle & Strength | PD Podcast Ep.28
from Physique Development Podcast · host Physique Development
Today’s episode is a deep dive. This is where we take a single topic and answer it with the "need to know" on the topic based on our education and experience working with clients. In today’s topic, we break down why exercise technique and mechanical tension matter and why they are both so important. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let’s get into today’s episode. Timestamps: (0:12) New Segment: Reviews & Comments (1:38) Comment Question #1: Rate Of Weight Gain When Bulking For Females? (3:38) Comment Question #2: At Home Training For Bulking - If You Have Only Resistance Bands, Is Higher Frequency Better? (5:33) Main Topic Begins (6:11) Defining "Mechanical Tension" & "Exercise Technique" (8:05) Understanding The Interplay Between Execution (Technique), Load, Volume, Tempo & Intent (15:20) Where Does Exercise Technique Fit Into The Muscle Growth Equation? (18:33) Addressing Arguments Against Placing A Focus On Exercise Technique & Wrapping Up Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA Join the Physique Development Training Club - https://physiquedevelopment.app For more videos, articles, and information, head to: https://physiquedevelopment.com To follow the team on Instagram: Coach Alex - @alexbush__ Coach Austin - @austincurrent_ Coach Sue - @suegainz Physique Development - @physiquedevelopment_ If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest, content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: [email protected] © 2021, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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Today’s episode is a deep dive. This is where we take a single topic and answer it with the "need to know" on the topic based on our education and experience working with clients. In today’s topic, we break down why exercise technique and mechanical tension matter and why they are both so important. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Without further ado, let’s get into today’s episode. Timestamps: (0:12) New Segment: Reviews & Comments (1:38) Comment Question #1: Rate Of Weight Gain When Bulking For Females? (3:38) Comment Question #2: At Home Training For Bulking - If You Have Only Resistance Bands, Is Higher Frequency Better? (5:33) Main Topic Begins (6:11) Defining "Mechanical Tension" & "Exercise Technique" (8:05) Understanding The Interplay Between Execution (Technique), Load, Volume, Tempo & Intent (15:20) Where Does Exercise Technique Fit Into The Muscle Growth Equation? (18:33) Addressing Arguments Against Placing A Focus On Exercise Technique & Wrapping Up Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA Join the Physique Development Training Club - https://physiquedevelopment.app For more videos, articles, and information, head to: https://physiquedevelopment.com To follow the team on Instagram: Coach Alex - @alexbush__ Coach Austin - @austincurrent_ Coach Sue - @suegainz Physique Development - @physiquedevelopment_ If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest, content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: [email protected] © 2021, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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