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Is more training volume actually limiting your muscle growth? Scott Stevenson and Scott McNally break down the science behind volume, RPE, junk volume, the central governor, and why individual responses matter more than chasing higher workloads.00:00 Muscle Minds Podcast with Dr Scott Stevenson & Scott McNally05:38 Dose response in resistance training11:29 Strength and hypertrophy relationship17:30 Psychological factors in training23:16 Overall conclusions and big picture40:21 Volume load and RPE relationship44:36 RPE plateaus with high volume46:19 Central governor theory explained48:14 Psychophysiological responses to volume49:29 Specialization training and volume changes51:19 Strength gains vs hypertrophy outcomes53:31 Differences in muscle growth responses55:54 Perception of effort during high volume58:37 Training volume and enjoyment59:33 Metering effort in training sessions01:01:05 Comparing training volume studies01:02:29 Central governor and performance limits01:05:16 Junk volume implications01:06:42 Releasing the central governor01:09:04 Optimizing volume for muscle growth01:11:00 Individual training responses01:12:21 Key takeaways on volume and RPE01:18:40 Training volume debate01:20:30 Understanding individual differences01:22:39 Importance of training intensity01:24:41 Effort versus volume01:27:25 Training partners and performance01:29:09 Finding the right approach01:31:11 Balancing volume and intensity01:33:48 Program design principles01:36:42 Auto-regulation in training01:39:49 Flexible training programsLearn more from Dr Scott StevensonBYOBBCoach.comHardcover books available via Instagram or Amazoninstagram.com/fortitude_trainingFollow host Scott McNallyinstagram.com/scottmcnally1Support the podcast on Patreonpatreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingThink BIG Bodybuilding apparelthink-big.printify.me/productsPresented by TRUE NUTRITIONUse code THINKtruenutrition.com/THINKCanadian supplement dealssupplementsource.caSubscribe to Think BIG Bodybuilding on YouTubeyoutube.com/@ThinkBigBodybuilding

In this episode of It’s Just Bodybuilding, Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw & Scott McNally break down the Arnold Classic Ohio and Arnold Classic UK lineups, discussing early predictions, top contenders, and key athletes to watch. 0:00 Welcome Back to It’s Just Bodybuilding1:32 Big News – Mutant Re-Signs Ron5:35 Sergio Oliva Jr – Where He Stands Now9:09 Arnold Classic UK – What to Expect13:00 AI, Tech & the Future of Bodybuilding17:30 Fitzwater vs Andrew Jacked Debate19:00 Arnold Ohio Breakdown21:00 Is Anyone Beating Hadi?22:00 Brandon Curry Appreciation Segment24:05 Iain Valliere Comeback Talk25:15 Smoking & Bodybuilding Culture30:40 Why Elite Coaching Isn’t as Popular Anymore44:19 Honest Talk on Coaching Strengths & Weaknesses50:03 Understanding Client Goals52:06 Handling Client Expectations56:41 Remembering Why We Love Bodybuilding59:32 Competition Strategy Discussion1:01:50 Choosing the Right Show1:05:47 Arnold Classic Travel Planning1:08:11 Ron’s Recovery Update1:12:00 Wild Industry Stories & Anabolic Talk1:15:24 Classic Physique Criteria Explained1:27:36 Train Like Hell App Announcement1:33:14 Final Thoughts – Life Lessons from Being Big🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore!https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON or DUSTY for savingsFollow the guys on Instagram : 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 ✅ Check out Ron's App : https://www.trainlikehell.com🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca

Dave Crosland and Scott McNally break down steroid dosing strategies, female fat loss stacks, NPP anxiety, contaminated gear risks, and real-world cycle decisions. From Anadrol vs Anavar to estrogen control, this DNS Podcast covers what actually matters for long-term progress and health.0:00 P5P (Vitamin B6) Loading Protocol Before Nandrolone Use0:30 Dave Crosland & Scott McNally – DNS Podcast Intro1:10 Christmas & Holiday Message to the DNS Community3:35 Minimal Effective Dosing for Oral Steroids Explained9:25 Internet Trolls & PED Misinformation10:30 Female Fat Loss Stacks – Compounds, Dosing & Safety17:00 How to Safely Open Steroid Ampoules Without Injury19:45 NPP Anxiety & Mental Side Effects Explained24:00 Coach Responsibility, Ethics & Athlete Health36:35 Best Treatments for Steroid-Induced Acne38:50 Dorian Yates on the Current State of Bodybuilding41:45 Injectable Oral Steroids – Myth vs Reality43:05 Arnold Classic Plans – Will Dave & Scott Be There?47:00 Injectable Estrogen – Why It Exists & When It’s Used49:10 Anadrol vs Anavar – Results, Risks & Use Cases49:45 AI vs DHT Compounds for Estrogen Control52:10 ECA Stack for Appetite Control & Fat Loss53:25 Testosterone, Equipoise & DHB Cycle Breakdown55:20 Contaminated Gear – How It Happens & Warning Signs57:00 Relationships vs Bodybuilding – Muscle or Marriage?1:10:45 Dave Crosland Vacation & Travel Update🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching!💪 Dave : https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/💪 Scott McNally : [email protected] Reach out and learn more about coaching for competitors and non-competitors alike ✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS UK : tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US : https://stromsportsus.com🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca

In this episode of Blood Sweat & Gear, coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, and Scott McNally break down gym bro steroid dosing for bulking vs cutting, discuss contaminated gear that failed mold and yeast testing, and analyze the current generic HGH market. The crew also covers Retatrutide Phase 3 trials and the shifting research peptide landscape, plus a listener win as Stevie King earns his IFBB Pro card at NPC Nationals.0:00 Blood Sweat & Gear – Gym Bro Steroid Cycles & Gear Safety0:51 Welcome Back + Support the Sponsors & Patreon1:30 Gear Failed Testing – Mold & Yeast Found4:30 Genetic HGH Market – What’s Legit Right Now8:30 Retatrutide Phase 3 Trials + Peptide Site Shutdowns16:30 Skip Hill’s 900mg Tren Story 😂19:20 Steroid Doses & Compounds for Regular Gym Bros22:55 DHB (Dihydroboldenone) at Low Doses25:45 Tracking CRP & Inflammation on DHB26:00 Ethyl Oleate, Super Solvents & Inflammation Markers29:00 Are Super Solvents a Hard No?30:40 Bulking vs Cutting – How Doses Actually Change32:55 Choosing the Right Compounds for YOU34:45 Female Steroid Dosing Considerations42:30 NPC Nationals Breakdown43:45 Stevie King Earns IFBB Pro Card58:20 Final Thoughts & Episode Wrap-Up🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca Reach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : [email protected]

Shaun Clarida’s continued dominance sparks a debate on whether he should compete in both the 212 and Open Olympia, while Dorian Yates weighs in on Derek Lunsford’s physique and modern bodybuilding standards. The episode also covers pro coaching insights, long-term physique development, and real-world bodybuilding recovery and training discussions.0:00 It’s Just Bodybuilding Podcast – Bodybuilding News & Talk1:00 Shaun Clarida Wins Another Show – 212 Olympia Contender2:14 John Jewett Coaching – Top IFBB Prep Strategies3:40 Shaun Clarida Open vs 212 – Olympia Rules Debate13:00 Hip Replacement Surgery – Bodybuilding Injury Recovery21:45 Post-Surgery Pain Meds & Bodybuilding Comeback29:00 Over-Competing in Bodybuilding – Too Many Shows?31:10 How Long It Takes to Build a Pro-Level Physique35:30 Dorian Yates on Derek Lunsford – Olympia Criticism48:10 Chris Aceto Coaching Call – Pro Bodybuilding Insight49:25 Weight Training for Hockey – Strength Program Basics53:00 Best Foods for Eating Challenges – Bodybuilder Picks56:30 Vijay at IHOP – Bodybuilding Stories1:00:55 Gym Wardrobe Malfunction – Untucked Moment1:02:00 Hoist Gym Equipment Review – Is It Any Good?1:05:40 Pro Bodybuilding Results With Minimal Effort1:15:30 Accountability in Bodybuilding – Owning Mistakes1:19:20 Off-Season Lifestyle – Holidays & Bodybuilding1:24:25 Mind FK Pre-Workout – New Flavor by Mutant🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore!https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON or DUSTY for savingsFollow the guys on Instagram : http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 💪 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca