Oct 26, 20261h 23m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris explore the training routine of Mr Universe short division winner John Isaacs and why Silver-Era bodybuilders increased their training volumes before...
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A deep dive into the science of muscle growth. Hosted by Chris Beardsley and Jake Doleschal, this podcast explores hypertrophy training through the lens of pre-steroid era bodybuilding and modern muscle physiology.
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What is Hypertrophy Past and Present about?
A deep dive into the science of muscle growth. Hosted by Chris Beardsley and Jake Doleschal, this podcast explores hypertrophy training through the lens of pre-steroid era bodybuilding and modern muscle physiology.
What has Hypertrophy Past and Present covered recently?
Recent episodes include "075 How much is too much? Fatigue accumulation" (26 October 2026, 83 minutes), "074 Do indirect sets build muscle? Science vs Evidence" (19 October 2026, 84 minutes), and "072 Why you’re probably reading hypertrophy studies wrong" (5 October 2026, 125 minutes).
How often does Hypertrophy Past and Present publish?
Hypertrophy Past and Present publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 86 minutes.
How hard is it to get booked on Hypertrophy Past and Present?
Booking probability for Hypertrophy Past and Present is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hypertrophy Past and Present requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hypertrophy Past and Present's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Hypertrophy Past and Present are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. Hypertrophy Past and Present has a health audience.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 19, 20261h 24m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris explore the concept of indirect training volume and whether exercises like bench presses and pulldowns can maximise growth in the triceps and biceps. Chris...
- Oct 5, 20262h 5m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris start with a bizarre 1950s workout from Barton Horvath before breaking down how to actually understand hypertrophy research. They discuss what common...
Episode #83
071 How to use AI to learn about hypertrophy
Sep 28, 20261h 32mIn this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris start with a 1947 Steve Reeves workout before accidentally going down an AI rabbit hole. They discuss the difference between “evidence-based” and...
- Aug 31, 20261h 14m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin by reviewing Stuart McRobert’s 1989 hardgainer routine, a minimalist two-day-per-week program designed as an alternative to the increasingly extreme...
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- Aug 24, 20261h 10m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with another Leroy Colbert routine, this time examining an over 100 set silver-era routine. The conversation then explores whether you actually need to...
- Aug 17, 20261h 37m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with Leroy Colbert’s late-1970s enormous volume training plan. The conversation then explores whether using pre-steroid bodybuilders as a model for...
- Aug 11, 20261h 6m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with Reg Park’s 1949 pre-contest routine, which involved training six days per week, twice per day, including the infamous 20-rep breathing squat. This...
- Aug 4, 20261h 28m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with a full-body routine from legendary bodybuilding coach Vince Gironda and the unusual reliance on isolation exercises. The conversation then shifts...
Episode #73
062 How to overcome a hypertrophy plateau
Jul 27, 20261h 24mIn this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with an early 1950s “muscular bulk” routine from Jack Delinger. They discuss the minimalist, barbell-only full-body program and how exercise variety...
- Jul 21, 20261h 30m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present , Jake and Chris begin with a 1972 routine from Bradley J. Steiner and discuss what makes it one of the more sensible "golden era" bodybuilding programs they've reviewed so...
- Jul 13, 20261h 17m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with Steve Michalik’s enormous 1972 Mr. America routine and why silver-era routines are the best data set for natural training routines. From there...
Episode #70
059 Hypertrophy is muscle-fibre specific
Jul 6, 20261h 48mIn this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with Alan Stephan’s classic Silver Era full-body routine, which he reportedly followed for years while building enormous strength and muscle. This...
- Jun 29, 20261h 31m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris begin with a classic Clancy Ross full-body routine from the Silver Era, then move into a discussion about training frequency, mTOR, muscle protein synthesis...
- Jun 22, 20261h 38m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss a full body training A/A/A program from Steve Reeves before exploring how to choose between repeating the same full body workout three times per week...
Episode #66
056 Most deloads are too short
Jun 15, 20261h 15mIn this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss deloads. The episode begins with a look at a training program used by six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates before exploring the physiology of...
Episode #65
055 How to build the biggest back possible
Jun 8, 20261h 22mIn this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss how to build the biggest back possible. The episode begins with a back specialization routine from Silver Era educator Peary Rader before breaking...
- Jun 1, 20261h 6m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris analyse a Reg Park power-focused routine and use it as a starting point to discuss powerbuilding. The episode explores how lifters can structure training...
- May 25, 20261h 22m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris analyse a 1940s training routine from silver era bodybuilder George Eiferman, including his progression model. The episode explores how silver era lifters...
- May 18, 20261h 26m
In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris follow up last week's episode on drop sets by diving deeper into the physiology of fatigue and rest periods. Using an extreme high-volume routine from Serge...
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