The cited article doesn't say much about maximum hypertrophy. The writer isn't an expert. I doubt any researcher is. So Coach's attempt to educate us = failure.
Feel free to throw up your bio Vince..
Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, CSCS, CSPS, FNSCA
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Brad earned his masters degree in kinesiology/exercise science from the University of Texas and his PhD in applied exercise science at Rocky Mountain University where his dissertation focused on elucidating the mechanisms of muscle hypertrophy and their application to resistance training. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed research articles on exercise and sports nutrition, many in high impact factor journals, as well as several textbook chapters. He acts as the Assistant Editor-in-Chief for the NSCA's Strength and Conditioning Journal, as well as serving on the editorial advisory board for the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the NSCA and achieved the distinction of fellowship with the organization. He has achieved multiple certifications as a personal trainer, including the NSCA, ACSM, American Council on Exercise (ACE), Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), and CanFitPro. In 2011, he was named NSCA Personal Trainer of the Year. In addition, he is a member of IDEA Health and Fitness Association, which has bestowed upon him the title of Master Trainer - the highest ranking possible. He currently serves as a member of the board of directors for the NSCA
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