In this episode, Cooper Napoli joins the show to share his adventures and break down the art and science of strength training, performance, and bodybuilding. From the role of diet in hypertrophy to the differences between athlete and bodybuilder training, we explore how to balance recovery, mobility, and targeted modalities for optimal results. Whether you’re chasing muscle, performance, or both, this conversation highlights the principles and practical insights every lifter and athlete can apply.
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00:00 Adventures and Experiences
03:37 Understanding Strength Training and Hypertrophy
06:31 Performance Training vs. Bodybuilding
09:35 The Role of Diet in Training Outcomes
13:01 Training Structures for Athletes vs. Bodybuilders
16:06 The Importance of Muscle Fiber Types
18:57 Weight Class Considerations in Sports
22:05 General Principles for Training Athletes
35:19 Building Strength Through Sport-Specific Training
40:14 The Importance of Targeting Specific Muscle Groups
49:02 Dynamic Correspondence in Athletic Training
58:02 Balancing Training Modalities for Optimal Performance
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