In this episode, I discuss the recent transformation I went through with the help of my coach, Virendran. The episode starts with a glimpse of my previous history, followed by a detailed explanation of why and how I did this transformation and ends with some takeaway points you might find helpful.

In this episode we are joined by Navin Krubhakar who is an Athlete, Coach and an Actor to talk about Training like an athlete and if you can train like one. We touch upon his career as an athlete and how he transitioned into a coach. Then, we discuss on whether you can train like an athlete, fears/barriers someone can come across when they try doin…

In this episode, we are joined by Nivedhan who is a partner and coach at Strength System to talk about training priorities for beginners. We touch upon how one can start their training, what the focus should be with regards to approach to training and much more. Link to the videos mentioned in the podcast (template) : https://youtu.be/_lrdBgLduhght…

In this episode Hypertrophy guy talks about the effect of high meal frequency on metabolic rate and if it equals to (more) fat loss . In other words , we would have heard people say statements like , "eating 6 meals instead of 3 is going to increase metabolism and hence make you lose more fat " . Is something like this true ? Check out this episode…

In this episode, we join hands with Coach Virendran to discuss the what , whys and hows of obesity . Topics discussed : 1. What is obesity? 2. What is/are the reason(s) for people being obese ? 3. Problems with pointing towards a single reason . 4. Thoughts on " calories or hormones as a driver of obesity " debate . 5. Thoughts on the statement - "…

In this episode we join hands with Varsha ( Clinical nutritionist and Co - Founder of ONP) to discuss on what is clinical nutrition, how clinical nutritionists help people and much more . Topics discussed ( in order ) : 1. What is clinical nutrition and with which population can a clinical nutritionist work with ? 2. Can you give a glimpse of the s…

In this episode we join hands with Yousuf to talk about how he built his career in the fitness industry and how someone who aspires to get into the industry can go about it . Topics Discussed (in order) : 1. Your experience in the fitness industry and how you built your career in it --- Bodybuilding , Coaching , Certifications , Helping Trainers , …

In this episode , we join hands with Sharmada (Nutritionist) to talk about various things that go into our Relationship with Food . Topics discussed (in order) : 1. What does relationship with food mean ? 2. Categorization of food as good and bad • Thoughts of perceiving food solely in terms of providing nutrients to the body 3. Guilt around food T…

In this episode we join hands with Ashraff to talk about his experience with pain , how he managed pain , some strategies that might help ppl, importance of PA in people with pain , improving self efficacy and much more !Topics discussed :1.His pain experience 2.What helped him in managing pain3.Dealing with flare ups 4.You shouldn't train/lift hea…

In this episode we join hands with Ashraff to discuss about PAIN SCIENCE . He takes us through how the definition of pain has evolved , models of pain , reason(s) of pain and much more with some interesting examples .Topics discussed :1. What is pain?2. Danger alarm system 3. Body = machine ?4. Biopsychosocial model of pain5. Tissue damage and pain…

In this episode we join hands with Bharathi and Jaiganesh to rant about boomer uncles and unsolicited advice people (especially, women) get in the gym or when they get into fitness . We also touch on toxic masculinity and other relevant things prevailing in the fitness industry . Topics discussed (in order) : Common misconceptions • Lifting weight …

In this podcast we ( Muscle Mechanics and Muscle Hypertrophy ) join hands with Jaiganesh ( Powerlifting coach ) to discuss on topics in and around Powerlifting . Time stamps : (00:09) - Introduction (00:58) - What is peaking ? How long before the competition is it done ? (02:16) - Would recovery take a hit during peaking ? / Taper and it's use (03:…

In this podcast , we ( Muscle Mechanics and Muscle Hypertrophy ) join hands with Coach Virendran to discuss on various topics which include warm-ups, stretching , technique , progressive overload , pain , biases , mentorships, etc . Time stamps (00:40) Warm-ups (06:48) Stretching (09:55) Technique - Textbook form (12:48) Rounded back Deadlift (15:3…

In this episode we join hands with Samson(Bodybuilder) and Muscle Mechanics to discuss about professional bodybuilding and contest prep . Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/muscle._.hypertrophy/ https://instagram.com/evolution__iron/

In this episode (Fitness and Nutrition Q/A) we answer some doubts of our followers in Tamil . These are the hints of questions we answered (in no specific order) 1.Fasting / Calorie restriction? 2.Does any activity which increases heart rate lead to weight loss ? 3.Can someone have high muscle mass by only eating chapati ?! 4.Can vegans get 160 g p…

In this episode 4 (A DOCTORS PERSPECTIVE TOWARDS FITNESS AND NUTRITION ) we invite Arun Kumar , an MBBS student to discuss about the doubts we often come across on our journey towards fitness and being healthy ,such as whether to eat broilers or not , Is Hernia due to lifting weights ? , Training after covid19 infection , Gynecomastia , Is there a …

In this episode (POWERLIFTING TRAINING - ORU ALASAL) we invited Jaiganesh to talk about powerlifting - misconceptions, programming, etc . He also shared his experience in the first powerlifting meet , he took part - in Tamil . Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/muscle._.hypertrophy/ https://instagram.com/evolution__iron/…

In this episode ( TRAINING FOR HYPERTROPHY - AN OVERVIEW OF MISCONCEPTIONS ) we discuss about the common misconceptions with respect to training for hypertrophy in TAMIL ; FT . LIFTER A , HYPERTROPHY GUY . Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/muscle._.hypertrophy/ https://instagram.com/evolution__iron/…

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