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Episode 489 IronRadio - Topic How to Fail a Gym Startup Sep 30, 2018

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After the weekly mail and news, the guys offer tongue-in-cheek tips on how to maximize your chances of botching a gym or online fitness coaching business. From spending big out-of-the-gate on facility and equipment to fast-tracking to pose as the expert in all things, plenty gets discussed amid the suppressed laughter. The news covers caffeine, cannabis, and camu camu fruit. Lastly, please prepare for the annual Fall and holiday season funds drive. Your support keeps this listener-supported community going strong!

Episode 488 IronRadio - Guest Michelle Boland Topic Better Movement Sep 23, 2018

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Drs. Nelson and Lowery cover mail and science news, then get tips on how to move better from Dr. Michelle Boland. Do you have a weak link that you've been ignoring? Unsure about how to address a nagging injury? And could simple rehab-type exercises make your lifts feel great? Find out! Also tune in for topics such as boosting your overhead press and how women recover differently than men. Lastly, hearty thanks go out to Jill, Kurt, Marek, Ryan, Jerad, and David, all whom helped make this episode possible with their strong support. You are appreciated!

Episode 487 IronRadio - Guest Andy Galpin Topic Muscle Fiber Types Sep 16, 2018

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This week Dr. Nelson joins the guys from the road, interviewing Dr. Andy Galpin about muscle fiber types. Which compose most of YOUR muscle mass? How much do genetics matter? And should they affect how you train? Also tune in for a listener question on deadlift- versus squat-dominant competitors. Finally, hefty thanks go out to Sandra, Fred, Eliazar, Jacob, Cory, Christopher, and Douglas, all whom helped make this episode possible with their strong support. You are appreciated!

Episode 486 IronRadio - Guest Chris Shugart Topic Fitness Media Sep 09, 2018

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Which podcasts, videos and articles do you consume? How did you choose? This week writer, editor, and T-Nation Chief Content Officer Chris Shugart joins the guys to discuss it. Pros and cons of each media type get discussed from both a consumer and a producer perspective. Chris even discusses his podcasting plans with co-host and wife Dani. Also tune in for science news on how much coffee and tea drive your overall physical activity and what breakfast may mean to your leanness efforts. Finally, appreciation goes out to Wyatt, Jarrett, Jeff, Jon, Rory, Stephen and Chris, all whom helped make this episode possible with their strong support. You are appreciated!

Episode 485 IronRadio - Topic Listener Mail and News Sep 02, 2018

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With listener mail and news coming fast, the guys simply keep up to date on this holiday weekend in the 'States. Mail involves a question on outside-the-gym eccentric microtrauma and DOMS as well as a serious question about treating a bad back. News covers Coach Stevens' travel to a big meet, then addresses a bevy of apparent negativity. Everything from coconut oil to ibuprofen to the occasional beer is under fire. Lastly, huge thanks go out to Jon, Andrew, Neil, and Thomas, who all keep the show rocking along with the other Iron Sisters and Brothers. You are appreciated!

Episode 484 IronRadio - Topic News, Podcasting Tips Aug 26, 2018

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Phil is back from organizing a large event, so the guys follow up on a listener question about behind-the-scenes podcasting. First, though, the guys discuss science news on the potential of Viagra and other vasodilators for muscle growth and how genetically-modified foods are being regulated. And of course we'll never forget our strong supporters in the Iron Brother- and Sisterhood, Thomas, Steven, Alan, Vicki, Marnie, Neil, Damon, Jill, and Kurt. You are appreciated!

Episode 483 IronRadio - Guest MC Powers Topic Endurance-Strength Sport Transitions Aug 19, 2018

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This week, with Phil away running an event, Drs. Lowery and Nelson ask former collegiate- runner-turned-strength-coach MC Powers to sit in the Third Chair. After covering mail and science news, the trio explore what it was like - particularly as a woman - for MC to transition back and forth between extreme ends of the fitness spectrum. From injuries to social issues to maintaining an aerobic base, plenty gets discussed. Also tune in for topics like protein dosing, abdominal fat, and smart toilet paper! Finally, thanks to the following Iron Brothers and Sisters who keep the show strong - Nathan, Bradley, Britney, Robert, Marsh, Joel, and Tony and Nina. You are appreciated!

Episode 482 IronRadio - Topic Response to Injuries Aug 12, 2018

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Injuries are especially traumatic to athletes whose very identity is wrapped up in their ability to perform. This week, after handling listener mail and news, the guys discuss their responses to serious injuries. From initial alarm and anger, to medical treatment, to a resolve to start the long rehab process and even how they went about it, the co-hosts share insights. Also tune in for talk on how pre-workout carbs affect post-exercise fat burning, target date diets and a potential risk in your probiotic supplement. Lastly, huge thanks go out to coffee project volunteers and Iron Brothers who keep the show going - Cory, Jacob, Chris, Steven, Douglas, Ruvim, Cale, and Philip. You are appreciated!

Episode 481 IronRadio - Topic Self-Monitoring Tips Aug 05, 2018

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How do you know you're getting stronger? Or sleeping well? Or eating properly? After addressing a backlog of listener mail, the guys discuss self-monitoring techniques. A battle-scarred Dr. L covers informal nutrition screening, Dr. Nelson looks at mobility assessments, and Phil tackles strength development and conditioning. Of course, everyone gets in on each subtopic. There's also discussion on intermittent fasting and the Carnivore Diet, among other weekly banter. Lastly, as a public radio-style podcast, this show is brought to you in part by a significant recent donation from Chris, as well as monthly support from Austin, Jon, David, and Andrew. You are appreciated!

Episode 480 IronRadio - Topic Quick Fire Questions Jul 29, 2018

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With Phil away running a competition, Drs. Nelson and Lowery answer listener mail, then move on to lighter fare with quick fire questions. It's just 10 questions of banter, really, but with perhaps a few things you might learn. All things considered, topics this week include maintenance phases, overblown warm-ups, more on the fat-makes-you-fat news of last week, Dr. L's coffee tasting patent and project, and more. The quick fire questions range from favorite gym attire to ergonenic aids to recovery mistakes to recent training music. And that just scratches the surface. Lastly, huge gratitude goes out to new supporting member Steven as well as Damon, Neil, Thomas, Vicki, and Alan. You are appreciated!

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