2944: Low Reps vs. High Reps — Which Actually Builds More Muscle? (The Answer Surprised Us)

The Mind Pump crew dives into the low reps vs. high reps debate, explaining that both build muscle when intensity is matched but differ in strength, endurance, and recovery outcomes; they recommend cycling phases for best results. Sal shares his early experience with the mitochondrial peptide SS-31 and compares it to MOTS-C. Adam details his personal experiment with GLP-1 microdosing that reduced his psoriasis inflammation without weight loss, touching on emerging research for autoimmune and addiction applications. The hosts also discuss a new pill that reduces sleep apnea events by 44%, a HEPA air filter study showing cognitive improvements, a national homeschool study with large percentile gains, and offbeat topics like merkin history, otter attacks, and pickleball's explosive growth. The episode finishes with live coaching calls on strongman competition, off-season training for a wrestler, aqua fitness instruction with perimenopause joint pain, and a veteran with PTSD and injury recovery.