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Episode 459 IronRadio - Topic Getting Unstuck (Progress Plateaus) Mar 04, 2018

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Phil is away at the Arnold Fitness Weekend, so Drs. Nelson and Lowery share mail and news, then discuss practical tips for breaking out of training ruts. The mail asks about bodybuilders backstage. The news covers a new way to look at the upcoming 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Will they address athletes? News also touches on vegetarians and lab-grown meat. After the mid-show break, the good doctors take an over-under approach to getting out of progress plateaus. That is, many lifters get stuck due to over- or under-doing something. Tips range from creative monitoring, proper journaling, subtle overtraining symptoms, massive eating, the right number of reps, and more. Come on in!

Episode 458 IronRadio - Guest Dan Tennison Topic Highland Games Feb 25, 2018

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After some contest information and other community housekeeping, Phil and Lonnie check in with Highlander Dan Tennison. Plenty gets covered, from what it's like to be a Highland Games professional athlete to how Dan changes his training from off-season to in-season. There's even some fun discussion on the cameraderie that makes Highland Games so fun to watch! Lastly, thanks to the following Iron Brothers and Sisters whose strong support keeps the lights on - Colin, Alan, Vicki, Neil, Damon and Marnie, you are appreciated!

Episode 457 IronRadio - Guest Ryan Munsey Topic Mental Side of Training Feb 18, 2018

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This week the guys interview author and former physique model Ryan Munsey to get at the emotional and cognitive sides of training and recovery. From self doubt to heart rate variability to behavior change, plenty gets discussed. Ryan also offers practical tips for mental resiliency. Also tune in for new research on how curcumin might help lifters despite its poor absorption, behind-the-scenes coffee reasearch and more. Come on in!

Episode 456 IronRadio - Topic Making Stubborn Arms Grow Feb 11, 2018

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With other co-hosts away, Dr. L plays anchorman, sharing news and mail, and later, tips in the Topic of the Day. First, though, Coach Stevens checks in with a pre-recording from the road, on moving efficiently and building the ten-year athlete. News topics include a new study on curcumin for mental performance, the vitamin D-testosterone controversy, and steroidal substances in the grain, quinoa. The day's topic includes bodybuilding suggestions on exercise choices for big guns, rep cadence, volume requirements, and even sometimes-forgotten arm anatomy. Finally, hearty thanks to IronRadio brothers who keep the lights on - Nathan, Douglas, Ruvim, Philip, Christopher, Joe and Tom. You are appreciated!

Episode 455 IronRadio - Topic Eye-Rolling Fitness Journalism Feb 04, 2018

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After listener mail and news - with some remote commentary from Coach Stevens - the guys discuss fitness and nutrition journalism across the years. The opening segment has the guys discussing the explosion of podcasting, twice-weekly training programs, upcoming events, coffee, bogus invitations to supposedly collaborate, and misleading headlines. Indeed, some of what's been happening leads to the Topic of the Day. From fake consumer advocacy to excessive ghost writing to article headlines and lead-ins that appear less than genuine, plenty gets discussed. Although the podcast's no-hate policy is maintained, sometimes you've got to call out attention-grabbing and straight BS. Come on in!

Episode 454 IronRadio - Topic Mail and News Potpourri Jan 28, 2018

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Growth of the podcast once again has the guys covering listener mail and muscle-nutrition news. The range of topics is broad, including quad development, fat loss supplements for middle-aged women, myconutrients, coffee and muscle soreness, the case against juice, sauna and infrared for muscle blood flow, and the advantage that redheads have regarding vitamin D. Finally, sincere thanks to listeners who lend their strength to IronRadio via donations and more - Thomas, Honeyfund, Vicki, Colin, and Alan. You are appreciated!

Episode 453 IronRadio - Guests Scanlon and Ruffner Topic Science of the Cycle Jan 21, 2018

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A crazy weekend leads to a slightly altered format this week. After Drs. Nelson and Lowery tackle news, Dr. Kelsey Scanlon and grad student Kayla Ruffner discuss the menstrual cycle and performance. Plenty of questions get answered. How prevalent are women in sport at various levels? What do monthly hormone changes do to power output and reflexes? Do women on birth control manipulate such changes? And what does science say about mood changes across the month in women? Get answers! Also tune in for discussion on fat loss, inflammation, mushrooms and health, and the gut microbiome. Finally, sincere thanks to supporters Holly, Prasan, David, and Joe. You are appreciated!

Episode 452 IronRadio - Topic Plans and Predictions Jan 14, 2018

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As the new year gets underway, so do the IronRadio guys - with 2018 plans and predictions! First, however, in the news segment, topics like cheaper, safer regional drug delivery, the most anabolic way to consume eggs, and an increase in injuries from intense ballistic training get attention. After the mid-show break, everyone discusses trends and prognostications in food, science, medicine, and fitness. Even personal competitive and research plans for the coming year are shared. Get in on this!

Episode 451 IronRadio - Topic Listener Q and A Jan 07, 2018

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IronRadio is experiencing growth - no pun intended! With a backlog of listener mail this week, the guys answer questions and discuss comments. Several topics get attention in this slightly longer episode. Is vitamin D all it's cracked up to be, and do injections help or hurt? Are health coaching certificates worth anything as a career path? What's the deal with TRT for female lifters? Get answers on these issues and tons more! Lastly, much gratitude goes out to long time Iron Radio friend Korey, as well as Matthew, Stephen, Rory, Zafer, and and ASF for supporting the Iron Brotherhood and Sisterhood so strongly. You are appreciated!

Episode 450 IronRadio - Topic T-replacement for Lifters Dec 31, 2017

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Happy New Year! And wow, 450 episodes logged! Rounding out 2017, the guys cover listener mail and news before getting to the topic of testosterone replacement therapy for lifters. The mail involves hip replacement expectations and the news delves into muscle metabolism during high-rep sets, as well as what Harvard is saying about scientific evidence in the media. After the mid-show break, the guys offer facts, opinions, and personal observations about hormone replacement therapy in men who need it. From signs and symptoms to expectations, plenty gets discussed! Lastly, sincere Holiday gratitude goes out to Marek, Alan, Robert, Neil, Jennifer, and Andrew for supporting the Iron Brotherhood and Sisterhood so strongly. You are appreciated!

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