The Science of Strength - Dr Eric Helms

In this episode of the Pillar Performance Podcast, Dr. Dan Plews welcomes Dr. Eric Helms, a prominent figure in the field of natural bodybuilding and muscle growth. The conversation explores the differences between strength training and hypertrophy, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. They explore the role of supplements, particularly creatine, in enhancing athletic performance and its emerging benefits for cognitive health protein requirements for muscle gains, especially in the context of endurance athletes. The discussion highlights practical dietary strategies for athletes to optimize their nutrition and the significance of third-party testing for supplements.

In the PILLAR Podcast we sit down with leaders in their field of research and high performance as well as the founders and builders of the companies that exist within the high performance sporting ecosystem. At PILLAR we are on a mission to get athletes to their start line in the best condition. Enable that by developing clinical micronutrition and performance health supplements across sleep, recovery, inflammation, energy and immunity. 

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Dr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/

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