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Data Driven Strength Podcast

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2020/10/21
Latest episode
2026/01/28
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131 min.
Release period
39 days

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Are Drop Sets an Effective Training Method? [New Research] - S2E14
2026/01/28
Work with Josh, Zac, or another DDS Coach: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching 0:35 Introduction to the Study and Team 2:33 Conceptual Rationale for Drop Sets 6:50 Current State of the Literature 12:55 Tonal Technology and Methodology 22:21 Study Design and Participants 26:50 Traditional vs. Drop Series Protocol 34:21 Defining Practical Equivalence 37:34 Hypertrophy Results and Findings 42:14 Time Savings and Training Efficiency 1:01:45 Practical Takeaways and Applications 1:05:41 Future Research
How I Lost 30 Pounds Without Losing Muscle | S2E13
2025/12/09
Work with Josh, Zac, or another DDS Coach: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching 00:00⁠ Intro Teaser: 30 lbs Down ⁠00:31⁠ Podcast Intro & Topic Overview ⁠02:57⁠ The "Week 4 Effect" ⁠05:05⁠ Does Expertise Hurt Your Own Progress? ⁠06:35⁠ The Value of "Walking the Walk" ⁠10:52⁠ PART I: THE CONTEXT (From PL to Hypertrophy) ⁠18:40⁠ Why Josh Hired a Coach (Steve Hall) ⁠21:30⁠ The Stats: From 230lbs to 199lbs ⁠22:30⁠ PART II: TRAINING ARCHITECTURE ⁠25:00⁠ Strength Retention & Leverage Changes ⁠29:27⁠ Volume Talk: 6-12 Sets Per Week? ⁠32:08⁠ Rest Periods & Super-setting ⁠34:36⁠ Rituals & Meal Timing Structure ⁠37:50⁠ Decision Fatigue & Accountability ⁠43:00⁠ Work-Life Boundaries for Better Sessions ⁠46:45⁠ Nutrition Strategy Overview ⁠46:52⁠ PART III: NUTRITION STRATEGY ⁠51:40⁠ Implementing Refeeds & Diet Breaks ⁠54:45⁠ Dining Out Hacks: ChatGPT & Sharing ⁠59:34⁠ The Ninja Creami Recipe ⁠01:04:15⁠ "Eating Like an Adult" (Rebuilding Habits) ⁠01:07:50⁠ Mindset: Subjective Experience & Momentum ⁠01:07:57⁠ PART IV: KEY TAKEAWAYS & MINDSET ⁠01:15:30⁠ Protecting Your Training Priority
A New Philosophy for Training Data | S2E12
2025/11/05
Work with a DDS coach: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching/ 0:02:14 - Zac’s Work on Individual Response Variation (and his conclusion) 0:08:35 - Key takeaway: programming around constraints, not different principles 0:15:18 - New podcast approach: Building on their own work (Research & Coaching) 0:19:03 - Experience vs weak Scientific Evidence 0:29:17 - Coaching Systems Review: The 5 Core Values in the training process 0:37:48 - The value of Training Skill for long-term success 0:44:36 - Listener Question: How to interpret years of Training Data 0:52:43 - Coaching as the Application of Principles within the athlete’s Constraints 0:59:11 - Key Inputs and Outputs to evaluate Strength & Hypertrophy programming 1:17:50 - The 3 Big Unanswered Questions in Training Science (Fatigue, Creatine, Growth Limit)
Structure vs. Flexibility, Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting, and a Huge Announcement | S2E11
2025/07/31
Sign up for a 14-day free trial for the Evolve Training App: https://www.evolvetrainingapp.com Work with Josh or Zac: https://datadrivenstrength.com/coaching Free newsletter with exclusive content: https://datadrivenstrength.com 00:00 - Introduction & Rocking Chair Discussion 09:30 — Coaching Anecdotes 14:10 — Structure vs. Flexibility in Training 44:59 — What Bodybuilders Can Learn From Powerlifters (& Vice Versa) 1:00:35 — Announcement: Evolve Training App
New approach to RIR, Advanced Training Methods, Research Interpretation Errors, and More | S2E9
2025/07/07
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 - Introduction 00:05:17 - Training Flexibility vs. Rigidity 00:25:45 - New Rest-Pause Study 00:43:55 - Recommendations: Rest-Pause & Drop Sets 00:55:49 - How to Individualize Training 01:27:32 - An Improved Approach to RIR 01:40:34 - A Guide to Interpreting Research (Common Fallacies)
Volume and Strength: New Science Explained | S2E10
2025/06/30
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00- Podcast Introduction & Episode Focus 06:05 - The Deceiving Nature of Scientific Data 10:10 - Episode Outline and Goals 16:15 - Acknowledging the Research Team 18:20 - Historical Periodization Narratives 24:25 - Contrasting Strength Training Approaches 32:30 - Evolving Views on Training Volume 38:35 - Prior Meta-Analyses on Volume and Strength 54:50 - Limitations of Past Research 01:03:00 - Novel Volume Quantification Methods 01:13:10 - Examples of Indirect Exercises 01:17:15 - Meta-Analysis Inclusion Criteria 01:19:15 - Smallest Detectable Effect Size 01:23:20 - Model Adjustments for Precision 01:29:25 - Optimal Volume Approach & Total Studies 01:33:30 - Understanding Within-Study Slopes & Shrinkage 01:45:40 - Plateau & Precision of Estimates 01:51:45 - Common Rep Ranges & Rest Periods 01:55:50 - Specificity in Strength Assessments 02:01:55 - Training Specificity and Volume 02:08:00 - Volume Impact on Short-Term Strength Gains 02:12:05 - Hypertrophy vs. Strength: Causal Questions 02:22:15 - Qualitative Data Agreement 02:30:25 - Analyzing Paired Matched Effects 02:38:30 - Reliability vs. Agreement Plot Analysis 02:44:35 - Muscle Size and Strength Compatibility
Hypertrophy Tier List, Periodization for Hypertrophy, and More | S2E7
2025/06/02
More from DDS: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 Intro 00:23 Introduction 09:34 Hypertrophy variables tier list 13:15 Detailing the tier list structure and criteria 18:44 Tier list discussion begins: Rep Tempo (C-Tier) and Intensity Techniques (initially C, moved to B-Tier) 31:08 Continuing tier list: Range of Motion (A-Tier) and Rest Periods (A-Tier) 41:40 Further tier list variables: Sessions Per Week (C-Tier), Load/Rep Range (B-Tier), Exercise Order (B-Tier), and Splits (C-Tier) 54:04 In-depth discussion and ranking of Volume (B-Tier, considered for A-Tier) and Deloads (B-Tier) 1:09:18 Tier list continued: Logbooking (initially S-Tier, moved to A-Tier) and Exercise Selection & Execution (S-Tier) 1:24:41 Discussing Muscle Specificity (B-Tier), Frequency (B-Tier), and Proximity to Failure (S-Tier) 1:35:12 Ranking Novelty (C-Tier), then grouping Resensitization (C-Tier) and an extensive discussion on Periodization (B-Tier). 2:03:26 Honorable mentions for the tier list: Cardio (considered B-Tier), Gym Kit (considered C-Tier), and Time-Saving Strategies like paired sets (considered A-Tier). 2:11:51 Deep dive into periodization for hypertrophy 2:42:10 Final tier list synopsis (relative importance of lifestyle, stimulus quality, dosage, and details)
Beginner vs Advanced Training, Powerlifting Mistakes, and More (10k subscribers Q&A) | S2E8
2025/05/27
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast!   More from Data Driven Strength: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile 00:00 Intro 07:13 Q&A Start: Sets to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve (Hypertrophy) 14:01 Sets to Failure vs. Reps in Reserve (Strength) 19:07 The "Fatigue Boogeyman" in Hypertrophy Training 24:51 Fatigue Management in Strength Training 31:23 Autoregulation in Training 36:27 Hypertrophy for Lifters with 10+ Years of Experience 53:11 Specificity of Hypertrophy Work for Powerlifting 1:06:40 Fringe Extrapolations in Evidence-Based Fitness 1:26:13 Using Velocity to Avoid Overshooting 1:30:59 Concentric vs. Eccentric for Hypertrophy 1:37:40 Improving Grip Strength for Deadlifts
Strength and Hypertrophy Lessons from 2024 (Q&A) | S2E6
2025/02/06
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! More from Data Driven Strength: https://data-drivenstrength.kit.com/profile Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:04 Exploring AI in Strength Training 28:04 Personal Learnings and PhD Insights 31:18 Understanding Training Protocols and Individual Responses 37:24 The Role of Environmental Factors in Training Outcomes 43:31 Individualization in Training: Beyond the Basics 52:56 Reflections on Exercise Selection and Range of Motion 01:02:51 Training on Vacation: Balancing Consistency and Enjoyment 01:17:15 Proportion of Hypertrophy vs. Strength Blocks 01:24:43 Periodization and Individualization in Training Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Frequency and Strength: New Science Explained | S2E5
2025/01/08
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast!  https://sportrxiv.org/index.php/server/preprint/view/460 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:51 The Mystery of the Norwegian Frequency Project 09:14 Understanding Between-Study Variability in Research 11:49 The Impact of New Research on Training Practices 18:03 The Role of Social Media in Science Communication 20:54 Reflections on Research Interpretation and Community Response 46:43 The Shift in Frequency Training Perspectives 52:44 Coaching Insights on Frequency and Strength 58:25 Defining Frequency 01:04:07 Methodology of the Meta-Analysis 01:12:30 Understanding the Data: Strength Training Variables 01:27:06 Analyzing Dose-Response Relationships 01:31:07 Exploring Secondary Analyses and Their Implications 01:39:15 Training Status 01:46:31 Upper vs Lower Body 01:51:39 Repetition Range 01:56:06 Concluding Thoughts on Frequency and Volume in Strength Training 02:04:03 Strength Development and Long-Term Training Strategies 02:09:45 Key Training Variables and Their Impact 02:19:12 Load vs. Frequency: Finding the Balance 02:24:45 Maximal Performance and Training Frequency 02:31:01 Long-Term Development vs. Short-Term Strength Goals All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/profile Links: More detailed discussion of the methods from the previous episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKRAVrf-798&t=4380s Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Volume and Muscle Growth, Are There Really Doubts? Ft. Dr. Sam Buckner | S2E4
2024/12/20
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/samuelbuckner?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:10 Sam's Background and Research Focus 06:06 Understanding Muscle Growth and Measurement Techniques 12:04 The Complexity of Hypertrophy Research 19:05 High Volume Training and Its Implications 22:02 Long-Term Muscle Growth Trends 30:16 Optimistic Perspectives on Training Outcomes 35:26 Exploring Better Training Protocols 41:10 Understanding the Chill Point in Training 47:35 The Role of Volume and Exercise Variety 53:27 Navigating Research Limitations 01:01:56 The Limitations of Measuring Hypertrophy 01:10:30 Diving Deep into Data Interpretation 01:12:24 Understanding Volume and Its Implications 01:15:44 The Role of Meta-Analysis in Research 01:18:35 Exploring Training Volumes and Their Effects 01:21:27 Swelling in Strength Training 01:25:20 Navigating the Science Communication 01:29:43 The Relationship Between Hypertrophy and Strength 01:35:00 Challenging Conventional Wisdom on Muscle Growth 01:41:56 Wrap Up All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/profile Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Can The Volume Research Be Trusted: Ft. Dr. Eric Helms | S2E3
2024/11/15
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:02 Evolution of Research in Strength Training 12:08 Critical Analysis of Volume Research 20:12 Understanding Limitations in Training Studies 30:02 Real-World Implications 42:32 Balancing Science Communication and Practical Utility 44:55 Shifting Perspectives on Training Volume 47:21 Long-Term Training Perspectives and Individual Differences 50:48 The Role of Environmental Constraints in Training 52:44 Assessing The Hypertrophy and Strength Relationship 55:32 The Complexities of Strength and Hypertrophy Measurement 01:01:13 Practical Applications of Volume Load Progression 01:07:30 Navigating Performance Variability 01:17:46 Wrap up All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/profile Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Frequency and Hypertrophy: New Science Explained | S2E2
2024/10/16
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! https://sportrxiv.org/index.php/server/preprint/view/460 Timestamps: Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 16:40 Background 29:16 Historical Perspectives on Training Frequency 50:28 What We Did (Methodology) 01:00:57 Findings on Frequency Quantification 01:10:43 Primary Meta-Regression Results 01:35:58 Comparing The Results Frequency Quantification Methods 01:42:28 Secondary Analyses and Their Implications 02:00:00 Spitballing Different Angles of Interpretation 02:15:29 Practical Applications and Recommendations 02:45:08 Conclusions on Frequency and Hypertrophy All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/profile Links: - More detailed discussion of the methods from the previous episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKRAVrf-798&t=4380s Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Volume and Hypertrophy: New Science Explained | S2E1
2024/10/04
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast! https://sportrxiv.org/index.php/server/preprint/view/460 Timestamps: 0:00:00 Introduction 0:04:41 The Story Behind This Project 0:10:00 The Goal of This Podcast 0:24:03 Background Research / Rationale 0:44:30 Method of Set Quantification 0:51:20 Search and Inclusion Criteria 0:55:45 Why Include Non-training Control Groups 1:01:20 Smallest Detectable Effect Size 1:13:00 How Does Multilevel Meta-Regression Work 1:36:50 Comparing Different Functional Forms 1:52:45 Other Supplementary Meta-Analyses 2:01:00 Characteristics of the Included Studies 2:08:42 Method of Set Quantification Comparison 2:20:00 Primary Model Results 2:40:00 Efficiency Tiers 2:52:00 Secondary Analyses 3:03:00 Moderator Analyses 3:17:00 Strengths and Limitations of the Project 3:26:00 Measurement Timelines and Considerations 3:38:45 The Influence of Muscle Swelling 4:05:00 The Influence of Non-training Control Data 4:23:00 Our Practical Interpretations 4:50:00 What Should Be the New Volume Recommendations? All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/profile Links: - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27433992/ - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35291645/ - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38037792/ - https://m-clark.github.io/posts/2019-05-14-shrinkage-in-mixed-models/ - https://matthewbjane.github.io Music by Artlist - https://artlist.io
Managing the Costs of Training to Failure | Ep. 66
2024/08/14
Thanks for tuning in to the Data Driven Strength Podcast!  00:00 Introduction 01:30 Controlling Proximity to Failure and Downstream Effects 03:39 Theoretical Considerations and Adjusting Load Set-to-Set 11:50 Practical Recommendations for Training to Failure 19:35 Exercise Order and Perception of Effort 35:08 Maximizing the Stimulus Under the Curve All our stuff - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/p... Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.com

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5 out of 5
103 reviews
★★★★★
Holy_Z 2024/10/18
Great but audio low
Voice audio is very very low especially for Zack can barely even hear him on full volume. Same for the youtube version, at least this episode and last...
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JacobyDiles 2024/11/10
Can’t hear you
Would love to listen to these episodes have been looking forward for this study to come out but I can’t hear what you guys are saying at all, too quit...
★★★★★
SlimeLove456 2022/08/05
Great slimes
In all seriousness, genuinely enjoy listening to you all. Specifically, I appreciate you all helping me expand my understanding of all-things resistan...
★★★★☆
aero109 2024/10/06
Who is this even for?
Very technical and way over my head. Not sure who the target audience is? Guys are personable enough and production quality is good. Some episodes are...
★★★★★
lastgoodcaesar 2020/12/29
Thanks for doing you
Your content has been inspiring me to think about my training from new perspectives that are currently going hand in hand with seemingly positive outc...
★★★★★
kidney_doc_lifts 2020/12/11
Great show
Glad you guys decided to make a podcast. Really informative stuff and understand the evidence based behind them. Perfect length of about 40-45 min too...
★★★★★
Eleiko69 2020/12/03
Love the podcast!
Interesting and informative! Hope to see more episodes.
★★★★★
tcmathis 2020/11/23
Great work!
Enjoying the podcast, keep it up guys!
★★★★★
jack8787jack 2020/11/21
Good stuff!
Came across you guys through Barbell Medicine and love it!
★★★★★
hryhhjjj 2020/11/21
Top Tier Podcast!
Very easy to listen to especially for the quality of content
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