Interview with Jeff Nippard: On genetic limits, FFMI, training, and nutrition

In today’s episode, Greg and Eric sit down for an interview with Jeff Nippard. Topics of discussion include genetic limits, fat-free mass index, high-frequency training, how Jeff’s training and nutrition approaches have evolved over the years, Jeff’s process for creating high-quality content, and the applications and limitations of EMG research. 

TIME STAMPS

How does it feel to be fake natty? (discussion on FFMI and genetics and FFMI) (0:01:12). 

How has your training evolved over the years? (0:13:55). 

High-frequency training (0:36:12). 

• Jeff's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jD2WvvP0Jw. 

What’s your diet history? (discussion on bulking, post-cut weight gain, etc.) (1:06:50). 

The content side (discussion about Jeff’s process for creating content) (1:19:12). 

Applications and limitations of EMG research (1:32:43). 

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