In our fourth podcast, the fallacies of hypertrophy for athletic performance are discussed. Four research publications and one book is reviewed and dissected. We specifically clear the air between "functional hypertrophy" and "non-functional hypertrophy) and how gaining weight may be a silent killer of many athletic careers. Is a long sustained "bulking phase" excuse of not adhering to a sound nutritional intervention or an excuse to over program powerlifting and bodybuilding routines? This comes down to "science" and a good relationship between nutrition and training for long term performance increase and performance sustainability. Sports nutritionist and Strength Coaches....can we all just get along! This podcast will answer: 1) The justifications of increasing bodyweight or LBM to improve athletic performance 2) Muscle hypertrophy & Muscle fu ...