Episode 7: Joe Rogan supplements: Which are worth taking?
February 17, 2026 · 11:54
An evidence-based review shows Joe Rogan's 5 g/day creatine supports male strength and high-intensity performance.
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez designs strength and recovery programs for professional athletes and patients recovering from surgery. He focuses on building strength, mobility, and effective recovery while lowering injury risk. His goal is for men to achieve the best performance in the gym and in daily life.
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February 14, 2026 · 10:08
TRT has predictable, often preventable side effects: monitor testosterone, hematocrit, PSA, and blood pressure.
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Building muscle after 40: The smarter plan for strength, recovery, and hormones
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 26, 2026 · 11 min read
Yes, building muscle after 40 is absolutely possible for men, but you usually need a tighter plan for training, protein, recovery, and hormone health than you did at 25. The win is not “more grind.” It is better programming, better fuel, and better monitoring so you can keep progressing with fewer setbacks. “After 40, the ...
Bulking vs cutting for men: How to pick the right bulk vs cut plan and keep it healthy
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 26, 2026 · 12 min read
Bulking and cutting are two nutrition and training phases that help men gain muscle in a small calorie surplus or lose fat in a small calorie deficit while lifting to protect lean mass. The key is control, because the fastest bulk vs cut approach often backfires with extra fat gain, muscle loss, or a drop ...
What muscles does cycling work? A physiologist’s guide to building power
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 18, 2026 · 12 min read
Cycling primarily works the quadriceps, gluteus maximus, hamstrings, and calves, while the core and hip and lower back stabilizers brace the pelvis to transfer force through a cyclical pedal stroke where the foot stays in contact with the pedal. If you only push down on the pedals, you can leave meaningful power untapped and increase ...
Weights or cardio first? How to sequence your workouts for muscle, endurance, and fat loss
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 17, 2026 · 12 min read
For most men training for strength, muscle, fat loss, or general fitness, do weights before cardio, and do cardio first only when endurance is your top goal. The reason is simple: whichever workout you do first usually gets your best energy, your best form, and your best results. “If you can only train once, put ...
How long does it take to lose muscle? A practical timeline for men who lift
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Jan 17, 2026 · 12 min read
Measurable muscle loss can begin within about 2 weeks of stopping strength training, with more obvious drops in muscle size and strength by weeks 3 to 4. The good news is that most men can slow or prevent this with a small, high effort “maintenance dose” of lifting plus adequate protein. “Most guys assume a ...