Kickstart Kaizen

Progressive Overload: Strength Vs. Hypertrophy

In todays episode we look deeply into progressive overload, and how you can implement this concept to fit your goals whenever you enter the gym. We look at the optimal number of reps and sets for each training method, and why these ranges are optimal, using science to back our arguments! We compare the differences in progressing when you want to focus on Strength gains, compared to improving muscle gains! So, hopefully you leave the episode with a better understanding on the science behind your given training method, improving the purpose and specificity of your workouts.

What No One Tells You About Bulking

On this podcast we talk about bulking, more specifically what they don't tell you about bulking within the fitness industry. We talk about how caloric maintenance calculators are totally wrong! And why you may want to stop bulking earlier than you may think. At the end i go over some small tips and tricks that you wont have heard of, that are cost free and effective. Hopefully you learn something, and this podcast may make your bulking experience a little easier!

The Anabolic Effects of Sleep

Today we look into what anabolic processes occur during sleep. The anabolic processes influenced by sleep that are investigated are as follows: 1. Testosterone production. 2. Growth Hormone Secretion 3. Muscle protein Synthesis 4. Immune system function. In each section, we look at the anabolic process itself, studies that support how high quality sleep influences this process, and then we look into the science on why this happens. This podcast should allow you to come to a better understanding on why sleep is so vital for our lives. As sleep is undeniably the most significant step towards becoming a better version of yourself, day by day. Sleep tops everything, and this podcast should explain why.

Everything you need to know about MK-677

To start this podcast I discuss my goals and ambitions with Kickstart Kaizen. Then I will comprehensively dissect one of the most popular substances on the market (MK-677), and whether or not humans should touch it for performance enhancing benefits. We go over the pros, the cons, the controversies and how it might or might not help fit your goals and demands. Psa: I am not a trained doctor, nor do i have the credentials to give anyone medical advice, this is just for education and entertainment.