The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast Roscoe Kerby

Max Coleman, a Lehman College graduate and lecturer, is a passionate researcher who delves into how training variables affect muscle hypertrophy. His love for science, muscles, and cooking is evident in his work, making him a valuable scientific advisor @builtwithscience.

Max Coleman's research at Lehman College is not just about understanding muscle growth but also about optimizing it through practical strategies. His work explores the mechanisms of muscle hypertrophy, the impact of different training variables, and the role of nutrition. By focusing on topics such as periodization, training volume, and recovery, Coleman's findings provide actionable insights for individuals, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts striving to achieve their muscle growth goals.

In today’s episode, we can expect insights from Max related to his research studies and vast knowledge of using science to drive muscle hypertrophy gains.

This white male podcast host humorously introduces himself as just another guy with a podcast. He holds degrees in Mathematical Science and Computer Science from Stellenbosch University and the University of Cape Town. Beyond academics, he is a skilled tennis and squash player, representing his province multiple times and winning the South African National Championship Racketlon tournament in various age categories. After school, he prioritized tennis, academics, and fitness. He is a software engineer passionate about the gym and helping others chase their hypertrophy goals through science-based methods. He aims to enable people to become bigger, stronger, and better versions of themselves. In this episode, you can look forward to a deep dive into optimal nutrition for muscle growth based on scientific literature, as well as a free workout program and seeing his 5-year goals which include a 300kg deadlift!

Jake has a B.S. (honours) in exercise science and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is currently a researcher, lecturer, and PhD candidate at Florida Atlantic University, where he is working in the Muscle Physiology Laboratory. Here, his research focuses on optimizing program design to maximize hypertrophy and strength. Jake is also a coach with Data-Driven Strength, where he provides educational services and 1-on-1 coaching for clients with goals ranging from elite powerlifting performance and competitive bodybuilding to recreational strength, muscle growth, and fat loss. He is a competitor himself as well, with nearly 10 years of training experience and multiple competitions under his belt.

In today’s episode, we can look forward to insights from Jake related to his projects in academia and using research studies and data-driven techniques to drive strength and hypertrophy gains.

Jake has a B.S. (honours) in exercise science and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is currently a researcher, lecturer, and PhD candidate at Florida Atlantic University, where he is working in the Muscle Physiology Laboratory. Here, his research focuses on optimizing program design to maximize hypertrophy and strength. Jake is also a coach with Data Driven Strength, where he provides educational services and 1-on-1 coaching for clients with goals ranging from elite powerlifting performance and competitive bodybuilding to recreational strength, muscle growth, and fat loss. He is a competitor himself as well, with nearly 10 years of training experience and multiple competitions under his belt.

In today’s episode, we can look forward to insights from Jake related to programming and using data-driven techniques to drive strength and hypertrophy gains.

Pak did his PhD in Sports Science at Solent University (UK) on the topic of “the minimum effective training dose for strength in powerlifters.” His research focuses on muscle strength, hypertrophy, and strength sport performance. Pak has worked for over 5 years with physique athletes, powerlifters, and recreationally active individuals looking to get stronger and improve their body composition.

He believes that a genuinely evidence-based approach to training and nutrition should be guided by the current available scientific evidence as well as professional experience, while factoring in individual preferences and idiosyncrasies. As a coach, his aim is to create a collaborative atmosphere, based on the consolidation of his experience and the client's feedback, which in turn will generate an adaptive plan of action that best suits the client's goals.

Despite his extensive background in healthcare, Jared acknowledges its shortcomings, especially in addressing injuries. His personal encounter with health struggles took a significant turn when he fell critically ill, spending five weeks in the ICU due to HLH disease. Enduring a 40-pound weight loss, predominantly lean tissue, Jared attributes his survival to the initial muscle tissue he had built over the years.

Now weighing over 180 pounds, a remarkable recovery from his ICU weight of 150 pounds, Jared underscores the importance of muscle for longevity and for overall well-being. His story embodies the essence of bouncing back, with a focus on strength and muscle memory, helping to bring him back to his original 193 pounds from his time in the ICU and his current resilient state.