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Building muscle for longevity | Dr Brad Schoenfeld and Alan Aragon

Feb 23, 2026 · 3h 30m

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Dr Brad Schoenfeld and Alan Aragon join me to explore protein requirements, recomposition, and how to structure resistance training for long-term strength and muscle retention. We discuss calorie deficits, effort, failure, recovery, and the training variables that matter most for healthy ageing. What We Cover Protein targets in and out of a calorie deficit Recomp versus surplus for muscle growth Effort, failure, and rep range myths Recovery, soreness, and cold exposure Cardio, interference, and real-world training balance If you care about building muscle, preserving strength, and avoiding unnecessary complexity, this episode is a practical guide to getting the basics right. To connect with…