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Episode 359 IronRadio - On Site Report from the Experimental Biology Conference in San Diego Apr 10, 2016

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Note, audio glitch mid-show is now fixed. Come on site with Drs. Lowery and Nelson for a sneak peak into breaking science that may help lifters.

Episode 358 IronRadio - Guest John Downing Topic Non-profit Lifting Around the World Mar 27, 2016

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This week the guys talk to powerlifter, teacher, and not-for-profit organizer John Downing. John is already coordinating efforts to bring powerlifting to Zimbabwe and has his sights set on other countries as well. How does one go from simply hearing the clanging of iron plates in a foreign weight room to setting up agreements with governments and business donors? What does this mean for the health of the people around the community centers where it takes place? And what positive impact could powerlifting have on the health of the locals? Tune in to find out! Also in this episode, Dr. L talks about biological clocks and nutrient timing and Phil shares insights about his surgical recovery. Note, Phil is dealing with a substitute mic in this episode, which will temporarily affect his audio quality.

Episode 357 IronRadio - Topic Lifting and Nutrition News, Mail Mar 20, 2016

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The fitness and nutrition news, and the listener mail, have been mounting so Drs. Lowery and Nelson cover it all in a slightly longer episode. Topics include a downturn in the U.S. diet, salt and appetite, changing your taste preferences, the bogus overuse of weight-for-height as a wellness marker, eating second breakfast, fucoxanthin supplementation, slacker fitness standards for the Navy, doping in sport, and tons more. Also tune in for discussion on properly measuring your max lifts, the role of thyroid for physique management, and careful re-feeds after a diet. Come on in and get informed!

Episode 356 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Andrew Cutler Topic Lifting and the Good Life Mar 13, 2016

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This week Coach Stevens and Dr. Mike are joined by philosopher Dr. Andew Cutler. After the usual listener mail and news, the guys get contemplative. Dr. Cutler offers for your consideration concepts above and beyond physical fitness. Have you considered higher level issues such as lifelong learning and self-actualization, helping others, citizenship, liturgy and reflection on it all? This week you are invited to go a little deeper!

Episode 355 IronRadio - Topic When to Change Gears Mar 06, 2016

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Join Coach Stevens and Drs. Nelson and Lowery for the usual news, mail, and a discussion on changing your lifting goals. The science news covers an unexpected link between gut bacteria and your immune system, genetically-modified meat, and -wait for it - protein beer. The topical discussion wrestles with those times when a lifter might think about changing his or her goals or programs. Catastrophic injury or life changes, aging, and reassessment of one's potential are examples. Phil also offers a shout out to a listener and an upcoming seminar, and shares his approach to his recent hamstring tear. Get in on the conversation!

Episode 354 IronRadio - Guest Vince Andrich Topic Behind the Scenes in Bodybuilding and Supplements Feb 28, 2016

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What's your muscle sport identity? Does it affect your consumer behaviors and loyalties? Join Lonnie and Phil as they talk shop with industry veteran Vince Andrich. The guys cover the usual news, then look backward and forward in the bodybuilding, dietary supplement and even publishing industries. Plenty gets covered. Competitive bodybuilding, behind-the-scenes origins of current-day companies and trends, products that get cycled back from marketers as new, and tons more. Also tune in for breaking science on grape juice, eggs, fish oil claims, and even the microbiome of your beard! Come on in!

Episode 353 IronRadio - Guest Greg Nuckols Topic Rep Ranges, Size and Strength Feb 21, 2016

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This week Dr. Nelson interviews exercise scientist, powerlifter and writer Greg Nuckols. Join in the discussion as the two geek out on topics such as rep ranges for hypertrophy, load-volume considerations, the mathematical relationship between size and strength, blood flow restriction exercise, and plenty more. Also tune in for rants and tangents on -optimal- training, hardcore sets, Tom Cruise, Chipotle, incomprehensible work rates, and even spititual enlightenment!

Episode 352 IronRadio - Guest Host MC Powers Topic News, Mail, Gym Talk Feb 14, 2016

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So much news and mail building up! Join the guys, and guest host Mary Catherine Powers, as they tackle several topics. Issues covered include gene doping, supplements in your toothpaste, new gym tech for assessing peak power output, heavyweight boxing, saunas, and plenty more. Then in the gym talk segment, the crew covers grip training, 5-3-1, carb cycling, and upper-lower body programming.

Episode 351 IronRadio - Guest Sean Mohney Topic Building a Big Back Feb 07, 2016

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Coach Stevens and Drs. Lowery and Mike are joined by Sean Mohney for mail, news, a new Iron Radio intern segment, and a talk on building a big back. First, a neophyte question asks about timelines for a first competition, then the news covers online media and protein for dieting. Finally, the Topic of the Day takes a three-sport perspective on training some of the largest muscles on the body - lats, traps and all of their supportive structures. Nothing says powerful like a huge back - but there are programming issues for intermediate to advanced lifters! Join in for tips from a powerlifting, strongman, and bodybuilding perspective!

Episode 350 IronRadio - Topic Behind the Scenes Podcasting Jan 31, 2016

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It's episode 350! That's a lot of Iron Radio. Join in for some lighter fare this week. From news, to silly online listener discussions, to the Topic of the Day, the guys laugh, talk shop, and take listeners behind the scenes. Topics include raw beef, the benefits of exercise, Phil-vs-animal deathmatches, and how Iron Radio gets produced. There have been challenges and format changes across the years that may be instructive for those interested in doing their own show.

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