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Episode 469 IronRadio - Topic Phil's Meet, Dr. Nelson Travelogue May 13, 2018

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In a longer pre-recorded time warp episode, the guys share recent experiences, on the platform and on the road. Topics range from Phil's competitions with his synthetic hip, to trends in powerlifting, to uses for casein as a slow protein, to Mike's best lessons from his 2018 conference circuit. Come on in!

Episode 468 IronRadio - Topic Food Trends for Lifters May 06, 2018

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Food trends come and go, and athletes both influence them and are affected by them. Tune in as Drs. Lowery and Nelson discuss the demand for quick but healthy foods, top nutrients muscle athletes are adding to their diets, which food products are enjoying increased sales, and how bioactive ingredients are getting attention. Finally, much gratitude goes out to Zafer, Allan, ASF, Steven, and John for the various ways they support the show. You are appreciated!

Episode 467 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Michael Ruscio Topic Do-it-Yourself Gut Health Apr 29, 2018

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Do you have digestive problems or seemingly unrelated symptoms that affect your fitness lifestyle? Drs. Nelson and Lowery check in again with functional medicine physician Michael Ruscio about practical ways you might address a possible cause. Topics include evidence-based medicine, FODMAP diets, gluten, dairy, probiotics and more - all with lifters in mind. Dr. Ruscio also previews his eight step protocol toward relief. Plus, tune in for news on protein intake and muscle gain, and of course the usual chat. Come on in!

Episode 466 IronRadio - Guests Kirk Karwoski, Marty Gallagher Topic Powerlifting Then and Now Apr 22, 2018

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This week Phil and Lonnie interview powerlifting legends Captain Kirk Karwoski and Marty Gallagher. Tune in for origin stories, competitive memories, thoughts on gear, musings on whether or not performances are actually better nowadays, the loss of the renaissance lifter, and tons more. This episode is one for the record books - pun intended!

Episode 465 IronRadio - Topic Direct Arm Work Apr 15, 2018

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Do you do direct arm work? How much and why? As part of a long morning of recording, the guys discuss the benefits, best movements, and timing of working biceps, triceps and forearms. A variety of strength sports get attention. Also tune in for news on the stress hormone cortisol, energy drinks and mental health, legitimate online education for sports nutrition enthusiasts, and plenty more. Pull up a bench and get in on this!

Episode 464 IronRadio - Topic Mail and News Apr 08, 2018

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It's time to catch up on listener mail and news before heading into a few weeks of upcoming guests. Join in for a wide range of topics this week, from training periodization, to proper use of coffee for fat loss, to a new study on higher protein diets and testosterone injections for older guys. The intrepid trio also discuss how stepping away from Facebook might lower the stress hormone, cortisol. Plus, of course, there's the usual gym talk and banter. Lastly, a big thank you goes out to the strong support of these Iron Brothers - Austin, Rory, Matthew, Stephen, Zafer, and ASF. You are appreciated!

Episode 463 IronRadio - Topic Whole Body Workouts Revisited Apr 01, 2018

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After the weekly news and listener mail, Lonnie, Phil and Mike discuss the pros and cons of whole-body workouts, with special attention to what they've been doing themselves lately. Subtopics include powerlifting versus bodybuilding approaches, exercise movement choices, infrequent training - as low as one day per week - and tons more. Also in this episode, there's an IronRadio contest winner, coffee talk, yet another certification for Dr. Nelson, and other gym talk. Come on in!

Episode 462 IronRadio - Topic Micronutrition Mar 25, 2018

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Listener mail leads to the topic of micronutrients. From vitamins and minerals to phytochemicals and zoochemicals, what exactly are they and what can they do for lifters? Topics range from soft tissue repair to testosterone and strength enhancement to muscle relaxant properties to elevated metabolism and neural benefits. Note that the co-hosts take a select-topics approach to this very broad topic. Pull up a bench and get in on this!

Episode 461 IronRadio - Topic Gym Talk, News, Q and A Mar 18, 2018

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This week Phil and Lonnie catch up on some shop talk, listener mail, and news. The gym talk relates to squatting and deadlifting at different career stages, among other things. The mail concerns physique dieting limits and some Facebook Listeners' Page commentary on recent studies. The Facebook material drifts back and forth with news ranging from how researchers are zeroing-in on which gut bacteria help with carbohydrate metabolism, as well as food psychology, post-workout carbs, and much more. Lastly, thanks to newest Iron Brother, Marsh, as well as Fred, Robert, Joel, and Eli - your strong support is appreciated!

Episode 460 IronRadio - Topic Strength and Fitness Industry Report (Arnold) Mar 11, 2018

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After mail and news, and with Phil back from the Arnold Fitness Weekend, the guys talk shop about the broadening strength industry as a whole. Is bodybuilding still at center stage in Columbus? If not, is the growing number of additional events good for strength and muscle sports? How do huge events like this trickle down to local gyms? And what happened this year with that enormous expo? Pull up a bench and find out!

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