The Drop Set – Episode 40: DOMS, SARMs, 1RM’s (oh my!)

by darinstarr | Feb 1, 2018 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Hallelujah, we’re BACK IN STEREO!  In this episode I talk DOMS (muscle soreness), SARM’s (why/why not and who should/shouldn’t) and also go over the relevance (or lack thereof) of 1 rep max numbers in bodybuilding.  Also, a few new segments that will...

The Drop Set – Episode 39: “I’m competing! Now what?”, Rep Ranges for Growth

by darinstarr | Jan 25, 2018 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Often times when a client finally picks a show they’re overcome with a moment of panic when they start thinking about all of the stuff NOT related to their diet and training that has to get done prior to a show.  Rest assured – there’s a lot to do...

The Drop Set – Episode 38: Arthur Jones HIT, Genetics and Bodybuilding

by darinstarr | Jan 18, 2018 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Arthur Jones was the founder of Nautilus and had some pretty groundbreaking ideas on high intensity training (lifting – not to be confused with HIIT cardio).  In this episode I talk about what’s good (and not so good) with his protocol and with skill-based...

The Drop Set – Episode 31: Drugs and Bodybuilding

by darinstarr | Dec 1, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Episode 31, and finally it’s time to discuss – DRUGS. These play a *huge* part in bodybuilding, whether you take them or not it’s clear that anabolic steroids have a large role in shaping the bodybuilding landscape. I cover the basics here –...

The Drop Set – Episode 22: Timing it all, why we pose, back training 101

by darinstarr | Sep 27, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

This week’s topics: what is the best time to train and the best time to hit your cardio? Why should you worry about posing, especially if you’re not going to compete? Aaaaaaan, back training 101! Tips and techniques to make your back sessions more...