Category: Podcast

How I Lost 30 Pounds Without Losing Muscle | S2E13

Work with Josh, Zac, or another DDS Coach: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching 00:00⁠ Intro Teaser: 30 lbs Down ⁠00:31⁠ Podcast Intro & Topic Overview ⁠02:57⁠ The “Week 4 Effect” ⁠05:05⁠ Does Expertise Hurt Your Own Progress? ⁠06:35⁠ The Value of “Walking the Walk” ⁠10:52⁠ PART I: THE CONTEXT (From PL to Hypertrophy) ⁠18:40⁠ Why Josh Hired a Coach […]

A New Philosophy for Training Data | S2E12

Work with a DDS coach: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching/ 0:02:14 – Zac’s Work on Individual Response Variation (and his conclusion) 0:08:35 – Key takeaway: programming around constraints, not different principles 0:15:18 – New podcast approach: Building on their own work (Research & Coaching) 0:19:03 – Experience vs weak Scientific Evidence 0:29:17 – Coaching Systems Review: The 5 Core […]

Structure vs. Flexibility, Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting, and a Huge Announcement | S2E11

Sign up for a 14-day free trial for the Evolve Training App: evolvetrainingapp.com Work with Josh or Zac: datadrivenstrength.com/coaching Free newsletter with exclusive content: datadrivenstrength.com 00:00 – Introduction & Rocking Chair Discussion 09:30 — Coaching Anecdotes 14:10 — Structure vs. Flexibility in Training 44:59 — What Bodybuilders Can Learn From Powerlifters (& Vice Versa) 1:00:35 […]

New approach to RIR, Advanced Training Methods, Research Interpretation Errors, and More | S2E9

Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 – Introduction 00:05:17 – Training Flexibility vs. Rigidity 00:25:45 – New Rest-Pause Study 00:43:55 – Recommendations: Rest-Pause & Drop Sets 00:55:49 – How to Individualize Training 01:27:32 – An Improved Approach to RIR 01:40:34 – A Guide to Interpreting Research […]

Volume and Strength: New Science Explained | S2E10

Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00- Podcast Introduction & Episode Focus 06:05 – The Deceiving Nature of Scientific Data 10:10 – Episode Outline and Goals 16:15 – Acknowledging the Research Team 18:20 – Historical Periodization Narratives 24:25 – Contrasting Strength Training Approaches 32:30 – Evolving Views […]

Hypertrophy Tier List, Periodization for Hypertrophy, and More | S2E7

More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 Intro 00:23 Introduction 09:34 Hypertrophy variables tier list 13:15 Detailing the tier list structure and criteria 18:44 Tier list discussion begins: Rep Tempo (C-Tier) and Intensity Techniques (initially C, moved to B-Tier) 31:08 Continuing tier list: Range of Motion (A-Tier) and Rest Periods (A-Tier) 41:40 Further tier list variables: Sessions […]

Beginner vs Advanced Training, Powerlifting Mistakes, and More (10k subscribers Q&A) | S2E8

Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast!   More from Data Driven Strength: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 Intro 07:13 Q&A Start: Sets to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve (Hypertrophy) 14:01 Sets to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve (Strength) 19:07 The “Fatigue Boogeyman” in Hypertrophy Training 24:51 Fatigue Management in Strength Training 31:23 Autoregulation in […]

Strength and Hypertrophy Lessons from 2024 (Q&A) | S2E6

Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from Data Driven Strength: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:04 Exploring AI in Strength Training 28:04 Personal Learnings and PhD Insights 31:18 Understanding Training Protocols and Individual Responses 37:24 The Role of Environmental Factors in Training Outcomes 43:31 Individualization in Training: Beyond the Basics 52:56 […]

Frequency and Strength: New Science Explained | S2E5

Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast!  https://sportrxiv.org/index.php/server/preprint/view/460 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:51 The Mystery of the Norwegian Frequency Project 09:14 Understanding Between-Study Variability in Research 11:49 The Impact of New Research on Training Practices 18:03 The Role of Social Media in Science Communication 20:54 Reflections on Research Interpretation and Community Response 46:43 […]