Swole Radio
Swole Radio

Swole Radio

Bill Wong MD

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Swole Radio answers all of your questions on natural bodybuilding. I'm a medical doctor, pro natural men's physique athlete, and YouTuber based in Vancouver, Canada. I seek to promote science-based perspectives to help people lose fat and gain muscle. This will involve interviewing the top athletes, coaches, and scientists in bodybuilding. If that sounds like it will help you, join me by subscribing! - Bill Wong, MD (Dr. Swole)

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76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
DEC 14, 2025
76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
I had Jim Wendler (Creator of 531) back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss training for strength and size. We discuss:0:25 Current model for training beginners for strength and size21:00 How to address the first stalls as a beginner27:24 Rep ranges and progression for assistance lifts33:45 How many days per week do intermediates need to maximize progress?38:44 Alternatives to the squat, bench press, and deadlift41:43 Minimalistic power building approach52:20 Myths about steroidsFind Jim at:https://www.jimwendler.com/-------------------------------My e-books: https://askdrswole.com/MASS Research Review: https://www.massmember.com/a/2147986175/LwzhWs82(This is an affiliate link - I’ll receive a small commission when you use it)Dream Physique Nutrition Course: https://dr-swole.thinkific.com/courses/dream-physique-nutrition-------------------------------Find me on social media:INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dr_swoleFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drswoleTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_swole/PODCAST (Swole Radio): https://open.spotify.com/show/5dDtoBh...-------------------------------About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.-------------------------------Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. -------------------------------#hypertrophy #MuscleGrowth #workout
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75. Alberto Nunez: Training Program Breakdown
AUG 24, 2025
75. Alberto Nunez: Training Program Breakdown
I had Alberto Nunez back on the Swole Radio Podcast to analyze his current training program. We discuss:0:14 training split and layout11:06 his main exercises for each muscle group24:10 training volumes (sets per week)30:23 his results training 3 days per week40:08 intensity techniques: heavy singles, moo reps50:55 nutrition, bulking and cutting vs. body recomposition Alberto’s IG: @nunez3dmj3dmj: https://www.3dmusclejourney.com/-------------------------------My e-books: https://askdrswole.com/MASS Research Review: https://www.massmember.com/a/2147986175/LwzhWs82(This is an affiliate link - I’ll receive a small commission when you use it)Dream Physique Nutrition Course: https://dr-swole.thinkific.com/courses/dream-physique-nutrition-------------------------------Find me on social media:YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrSwoleINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dr_swoleFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drswoleTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_swole/-------------------------------About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.-------------------------------Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. -------------------------------
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74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training
JUL 18, 2025
74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training
I had Brad Schoenfeld back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss optimal training for hypertrophy. We cover some of his recent research and perspectives:0:23 Without fail: muscular adaptations in single set resistance training performed to failure or with repetitions in reserve 4:18 is there an incremental benefit of training closer to failure?7:39 Give it a rest: a systematic review with Bayesian meta-analysis on the effect of inter-set rest interval duration on muscle hypertrophy16:38 how to program rep ranges for hypertrophy24:34 Do cheaters prosper? Effect of externally supplied momentum during resistance training on measures of upper body muscle hypertrophy28:10 Optimizing resistance training technique to maximize muscle hypertrophy: a narrative review32:08 how do you know if an exercise is good for you?37:24 how should people find their optimal training volume?43:20 how to run deloadsBrad’s IG: @bradschoenfeldphd-------------------------------My e-books: https://askdrswole.com/MASS Research Review: https://www.massmember.com/a/2147986175/LwzhWs82(This is an affiliate link - I’ll receive a small commission when you use it)Dream Physique Nutrition Course: https://dr-swole.thinkific.com/courses/dream-physique-nutrition-------------------------------Find me on social media:YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrSwoleINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dr_swoleFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drswoleTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_swole/-------------------------------About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.-------------------------------Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. -------------------------------
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73. Eric Helms: Max Efficiency Training
MAR 5, 2025
73. Eric Helms: Max Efficiency Training
I had Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast where we discuss max efficiency training for hypertrophy - how to get the most out of your time. We cover:0:52 outline of efficient training6:36 developing cardiovascular abilities10:19 how to implement supersets15:58 rest pause vs. straight sets vs. drop sets24:32 failure training for people short on time28:09 optimal rest period length36:51 program examples for 2 x 1h, 2 x 30 min, and 2 x 15 min weekly workouts56:25 update on Eric’s training and contest prep-------------------------------My e-books: https://askdrswole.com/MASS Research Review: https://www.massmember.com/a/2147986175/LwzhWs82(This is an affiliate link - I’ll receive a small commission when you use it)Dream Physique Nutrition Course: https://dr-swole.thinkific.com/courses/dream-physique-nutrition-------------------------------Find me on social media:INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dr_swoleFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drswoleTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_swole/PODCAST (Swole Radio): https://open.spotify.com/show/5dDtoBh...-------------------------------About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness.-------------------------------Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. -------------------------------#PPL#ArnoldSplit#DrSwole#MuscleGrowth#Bodybuilding#bulking#PushPullLegs#UpperLowerSplit#Squat#deadlift#chestworkout#backworkout#shoulderworkout#armworkout#legday
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63 MIN
72. Eric Helms - Harsh Truths About Natural Bodybuilding
DEC 7, 2024
72. Eric Helms - Harsh Truths About Natural Bodybuilding
I had Dr. Eric Helms back on the Swole Radio Podcast to discuss myths and controversies about natural bodybuilding. 1:01 Is the natty limit real? 8:50 Realistic ranges of muscle gain per year, as a beginner, intermediate, advanced, bodybuilder 23:05 How long does it take to capture most of your gains as a natural? 33:56 At what age range are natural bodybuilders at their peak? 46:44 How should advanced naturals track progress over long time scales? 55:01 Comment on these statements: “You can’t get big without getting strong as a natural” 1:00:43 “Natural supplements are useless for muscle growth”. What % edge can you get with natural supplements? Eg. Creatine 1:05:55 How far can people get with the “gaintaining” approach? Find Eric: IG: @helms3dmj https://3dmusclejourney.com/ ------------------------------- My e-books: https://askdrswole.com/ MASS Research Review: http://bit.ly/drswoleMASS (This is an affiliate link - I’ll receive a small commission when you use it) Dream Physique Nutrition Course: https://dr-swole.thinkific.com/courses/dream-physique-nutrition ------------------------------- Find me on social media: INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dr_swole FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drswole TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_swole/ PODCAST (Swole Radio): https://open.spotify.com/show/5dDtoBh... ------------------------------- About me: I'm a medical doctor and pro natural physique athlete based in Vancouver, Canada. I share evidence-based perspectives on natural bodybuilding, and see to help people achieve health, wealth, and happiness. ------------------------------- Disclaimers: Consider seeing a physician to assess your readiness before beginning any fitness program. Information presented here is to be applied intelligently in the individual context. I do not assume liability for any loss incurred by using information presented here. 
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76 MIN