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Brandon DaCruz - (PT. 2) Specialization Training Phases: Exercise Selection, Example Programs, Nutrition Considerations & More

Jeremiah Bair Episode 576

PART TWO: Discussing exercise selection, giving real-world specialization phase examples, important nutrition considerations, duration of specialization phases, and more 


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome Back

00:24 - Listener Feedback and Evolving Coaching Philosophy

02:39 - Programming Architecture for Specialization

03:49 - Exercise Selection and Stimulus to Fatigue Ratio

07:07 - Glute Specialization Example

11:24 - Side Delt Specialization Example

13:31 - Sensation vs. Tension in Different Movement Types

17:37 - Training Intensity and Proximity to Failure

25:34 - Managing Intensity Across Different Client Levels

31:52 - Non-Priority Muscle Groups During Specialization

35:50 - Nutritional Status and Specialization Success

41:02 - Meal Timing and Training Quality

45:40 - Duration of Specialization Phases

50:19 - The Importance of Long-Term Commitment

53:49 - Common Mistakes in Specialization Phases

58:31 - Brandon's Current Training Approach

01:04:02 - High Rep Training and Exercise Variety

01:11:33 - Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

01:14:56 - Where to Find Brandon and Closing


Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/?hl=en

Check out Brandon's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-clarity-health-fitness-podcast/id1619611966

Brandon’s Email: bdacruzfitness@gmail.com


Keywords

body parts specialization, training, weak points, coaching, muscle growth, frequency, volume, fitness podcast, hypertrophy, exercise selection

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