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    The Other Side Of The Equation

    Thanks NW, interesting. This does support lower frequency for maintenance and "just good" results.
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Dec 20, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    The Other Side Of The Equation

    8 months of no training and minimal loss? Do the horses keep you fairly active each day? I was raised on a farm in the country. There is always...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Dec 19, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Off-topic - Trump

    It is truly tragic to see what has become of the US government. I voted for Trump because he is the least worst pick from Billary and a dope...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Dec 19, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    The Other Side Of The Equation

    Thanks O&G for posting. Makes sense that recreational folks have more trained legs than upper bodies. And we know from much research and...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Dec 19, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Recovery Time

    Simon, If you are 31 and this in to your training, that is a very good life habit that will give you great returns as you get older. Keep it up,...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Sep 22, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Recovery Time

    Simon, MPS is only part of the story. Marathon runners take months to recover from a race due to extreme damage. When training for hypertrophy,...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Sep 21, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Recovery Time

    IMHO, the absolute earliest you can train again is not the best question to ask. The best question is, after recovery is complete, how long does...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Sep 20, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Frequency Is Your Friend

    One thing I noticed is that even 36 hours post exercise (as long as the solid blue line goes out) MPS is still 20% above baseline. The muscle is...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Aug 29, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    More Support For Myo And Effective Reps

    IIRC, max speed to see optimum cross bridges was 2 seconds for a normal ROM exercise. After 4 or 5 seconds the results dropped off. So a cadence...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 30, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    This Is Why Myo Reps Work

    yes O&G, to me a myo rep / rest pause of 5 reps plus 5 more singles will get 10 effective reps with minimal time and volume, ie zero junk volume....
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    H R V Apps

    I would like to know Bryan's take on HRV apps also.
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 8, 2018 in forum: HST FAQ
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    mickc1965 training log

    Thanks for posting this log Mick. Very insightful. It helps to see trends in data for other folks too. What is your short term goal?
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 8, 2018 in forum: Training Logs
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    Body By Science

    Amen to that O&G. If one is trying to optimize results, the HST principles get us there. For others who want to minimize time and get max bang...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 7, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Body By Science

    I have the BBS book, personally know Dr McGuff and knew Mentzer, had business dealings with him. I also ran a Nautilus club in the 80s. Point is,...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Jul 7, 2018 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)
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    Are You Doing Too Much Volume?

    O&G, what does your typical cycle look like? In the past I read that you have done a 4 week cycle of a 1 week SD, 3 weeks training. This is what I...
    Post by: k_dean_curtis, Nov 25, 2017 in forum: Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST)