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May 2025
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2965: Does a Muscle Pump Mean Muscle Gro...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2965: Christian Finn unpacks the truth behind the muscle pump, revealing that while it feels great and offers some hypertrophic benefits, it isn't essential for muscle growth. Research shows you can bu ... Show More
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