074 Do indirect sets build muscle? Science vs Evidence

Podcast: Hypertrophy Past and Present · Chris Beardsley and Jake Doleschal

Opublikowano: 2026-10-19

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 explains how motor unit recruitment changes our understanding of indirect sets, and why evidence-based and science-based approaches can lead to very different conclusions. Key topics include: A silver-era training routine from Mr America and Mr Universe winner, Jack DelingerDo indirect sets count towards muscle growth?Motor unit recruitment and why indirect training may lead to earlier hypertrophy plateausThe differences between evidence-based and s...