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[@RenaissancePeriodization] Mike Trains Legs LIVE- Will He PUKE!?

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@RenaissancePeriodization - "Mike Trains Legs LIVE- Will He PUKE!?"

Link: https://youtu.be/9-FlizC5p4I

Short Summary​

The speaker discusses various strength training topics, including effective lat exercises and autoregulation during fat loss phases, highlighting the RP Strength YouTube channel for live workouts. He then proceeds to perform a leg workout consisting of stiff-legged deadlifts, Roger squats, and walking lunges, while intermittently answering viewer questions and sharing personal training anecdotes.

Key Quotes​

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  1. "If you can do 10 reps on a first set and 10 reps on your fourth set, either like my gendles aren't showing good. I can zoom in. Then maybe you're not working very hard on that first set or as hard as you could be." - Highlights the principle of progressive fatigue during a workout and the importance of pushing each set.

  2. "As long as the sets are pretty tough, challenging, the number of sets you do in the workout is the biggest turn dial for growth, bar none." - Emphasizes the significance of volume (number of sets) for muscle growth, given sufficient intensity.

  3. "This is uh interesting to do without vers grips or a belt. But the way warm-ups work is you warm up with no assistance at first, then you put the belt and burst grips on for the work set and maybe it works out better." - Details the training process for the individual. This approach for exercise seems more optimal than always using support.

  4. "Much better to do really good work in low fatigue state, moderate fatigue state, than to push a little further into fatigue because especially in a fat loss phase, you get a whole lot out of nothing." - Discusses the importance of autoregulation and not overtraining, particularly during periods of calorie restriction.

  5. "If anyone tells you there's a single best exercise for anything, there are nuance ways in which that can be sort of true. Like on biomechanical grounds... But is it the best? It can be the best for a few months for you, but any exercise that's the best can become not the best just by becoming stale because you've overdone it. And then something else is going to be a better exercise." - Explains the importance of varying exercises to prevent plateaus and the staleness that comes from overdoing a single movement.

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General Overview

  • Format: The video is a live stream of a leg workout by Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of Renaissance Periodization (RP Strength).
  • Content: The stream covers a full leg workout, including stiff-legged deadlifts, Roger squats, and walking lunges. Mike also answers questions from the chat, discusses training philosophy, and throws in humor/banter with the video editor Scott.

Workout Details

  • Exercises:

    • Stiff-Legged Deadlifts: 2 sets (progressing in weight from the previous week). The goal is to progressively overload. Socks are used for stability and hamstring tension.
    • Roger Squats: Uses a specific machine setup. The workout calls for 415 lbs and focuses on achieving 15 reps. Bottom two-thirds reps are done.
    • Walking Lunges: Performed with a barbell on the back using a transformer bar by Kabuki Strength. 135 lbs is used. The target reps are 21 then 19 reps.

  • Meso-cycle: The workout is part of the second week of a long meso-cycle (7 accumulation weeks, each with 8 workouts and breaks).

  • Autoregulation: Mike emphasizes the importance of auto-regulation (taking extra rest days when fatigued), especially during a fat loss phase.

  • Warm-up: Every quad session starts with 15 bodyweight squats to warm up.

  • Shake: Consume half during the workout. The perfect shake consists of Gatorade, protein and electrolytes.

Training Philosophy & Advice

  • Exercise Selection:

    • There's no single "best" exercise for any muscle group.
    • There are many good exercises, with a few being the best at any given time.
    • Novelty is crucial. Change exercises periodically to avoid staleness.

  • Lat Training: Suggests pullovers, pull-ups (especially with a deep stretch), lat pulldowns, and rows. Perform under control for challenging sets, with a focus on getting a deep stretch. Experiment with different exercises and stick with what works best for you.

  • Progression: Focus on progressively overloading (increasing weight, reps, or sets over time).

  • Nuance: Acknowledges that biomechanics play a role, but staleness from overdoing any exercise can make it less effective.

  • Hypertrophy: States that more sets are the biggest driver for muscle growth.

  • Rep Ranges: Any rep range between 5 and 30 is optimal.

  • Belts: Uses a hypertrophy belt designed by Dr. Mike Israetel and Jared Feather.

Q&A/Discussion Topics

  • Best Exercise: A myth. There are many good exercises.

  • Weight Loss Story: Congratulates someone in the chat who lost a significant amount of weight, emphasizing how life-changing that must be.

  • Thor's Deadlift: Discusses Hafthor Bjornsson's (Thor) 510 kg deadlift, emphasizing how unbelievable it is and how it might inspire others. Points out the differences between powerlifting and strongman deadlifts (straps & hitching are allowed). Gives RP Strength credit for helping Thor to break the deadlift record.

  • Olympia Predictions: Hesitant to make predictions due to lack of control over the outcome and lack of personal expertise. Names Nick Walker, Hadi Choopan, Derek Lunsford, and Samson Dauda as top contenders for the Olympia. The combination of competitors in their prime and former winners make this one of the most exciting Olympics in living memory.

  • Head and Neck Cancer Recovery: Gives advice to a cancer survivor regarding returning to training: prioritize technique and range of motion, gradually increase load, and experiment with exercises to find what works best.

  • Insulin Timing for Diabetics: Yes, but blood sugar stability comes first. Timing insulin with a post-workout, high-carb, high-protein, low-fat meal may enhance nutrient delivery to muscles. Consult a doctor before making changes.

  • Chris Beersley/Paul Carter Training Model: Suggests not following systems that are not supported by evidence. Critiques Paul Carter’s idea of sets of four to six and not above, because that is not supported by the evidence and there is a higher injury risk.

  • Functional Strength Maintenance: Suggests sets of 5-10 reps for maintenance.

Humor/Banter

  • The video is filled with jokes and banter, mainly between Mike and the editor Scott.
  • Frequent playful insults and sarcastic comments between them.
  • Running gags about incels in the chat, Mike's "low IQ", and crude humor.
  • Mike is joking about vomiting.
  • Mike jokes about using "contest belt" because he got too lean for his other belt.

Promotion

  • Encourages viewers to follow Dr. Mike on Instagram.
  • Mentions RP Strength YouTube channel, RP Apertrophy app.
  • Mentions Genius Shots will be available soon.
  • Mentions the Hypertrophy belt.

In short, the video offers a raw, unfiltered look at Dr. Mike's leg workout routine, training philosophy, and general thoughts on various fitness topics, all while maintaining an engaging and humorous tone.