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Episode 619 IronRadio - Topic Hormone, Food, and Muscle News Mar 28, 2021

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Dr. L and Coach Stevens discuss breaking science news on androgens and COVID-19, the Dirty Dozen foods list, and a few new papers on the best choices of sets and reps to max-out size versus strength. At the end, Dr. Nelson is back on the road - this time covering a cool neural conference. Check it out! Lastly, huge thanks to strong supporters Tyler, Neil, Steven, Kurt, and Stephen. You are appreciated!

Episode 618 IronRadio - Topic Which Body Shape is Strongest Mar 21, 2021

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First, Phil shares a good story about his powerlifting meet! Then, a listener question ignites a brief lit review and in-the-trenches discussion of which body shapes and features do best in various lifts. Weight-for-height, mesomorphy, percent fat, and various limb lengths all contribute to varying degrees. Of course, no single feature dictates how well you'll perform. Pull up a bench and get in on this! Lastly, huge thanks to strong supporters Joe, David, Monique, Nathan, and Marsh. You are appreciated!

Episode 617 IronRadio - Guest Trisha VanDusseldorp Topic Professional Memberships Mar 14, 2021

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After a follow-up regarding the nutritional details of plant-based meats hitting the big time, Drs. Nelson and Lowery chat with Dr. Trisha VanDusseldorp, ISSN President, about the best memberships for science-loving lifters. Apologies for the poor Skype connection in this one. Also, huge thanks to strong supporters Christopher, Rey, Andrew, Philip, and Douglas. You are appreciated!

Episode 616 IronRadio - Guest Sam Pogue Topic Ways to Overload Mar 07, 2021

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Some brief news on plant-based meats entering the fast food world is followed by a discussion with businessman, trainer, and entrepreneur Sam Pogue. The discussion is on all things overload. How does one do it wisely? What are the options? Get in on the conversation!

Episode 615 IronRadio - Guest Nate Hadd Topic Military Fitness Requirements Feb 28, 2021

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After discussing a bit of science news on whether female powerlifters or Olympic lifters have the densest bones, the guys talk with military careerist Nate Hadd to get the inside scoop on what special forces and other military groups expect of their soldiers. Can one be too muscular? Could YOU pass the entry tests? Find out! Also, huge thanks to strong supporters Joe, Steven, Ryan, Jill, and Kara. You are appreciated!

Episode 614 IronRadio - Guest Jen Bates Topic Transitioning Powerlifting to Strongman Feb 21, 2021

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Join the guys as they converse with strongman competitor Jen Bates on topics ranging from women in strength sports to advantages and disadvantages of moving from powerlifting to strongman. Caution, potty-mouth lifters at work in this episode. Also, huge thanks to strong supporters Joe, Nathan, Travis, Thomas, Joel, and Marsh. You are appreciated!

Episode 613 IronRadio - Topic Speed Kills Redux Feb 14, 2021

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Starting with listener questions about inconvenient truths in professional journals, and moving on to some scientific literature concerning last week's sodium intake question, the guys then get to the concept of rep speed. When is it bad and when is it good to go fast? Pull up a bench and find out! Lastly, huge thanks to solid supporters Matt, Jacob, Jacob 2, Cory, Isaac, and Christopher. You are appreciated!

Episode 612 IronRadio - Topic The Riddle of Steel Feb 07, 2021

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After covering listener mail on plant proteins, adaptogens, and sodium - plus some new science on muscle inflammation - the intrepid trio explores the Riddle of Steel. Why are muscle sports a calling for some? Does the call differ from the way in which team sports draw-in people? Pull up a bench and get in on some of this wisdom. THIS you can trust.

Episode 611 IronRadio - Topic News, New IronRadio Forums Jan 31, 2021

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After sharing fitness news on a bizarre way to potentially enhance muscle mass and recovery, and on the fat-but-fit controversy, Phil and Lonnie talk shop about the brand new IronRadio forums! They're called TheIronForum.com and will provide a better way to interact with the podcast. Also, sincere thanks to Coach Hite's Corner, Tyler, Neil, and Steven. You will get perks in upcoming activities!

Episode 610 IronRadio - Topic Muscle Mass, Evolution, and Sex Jan 24, 2021

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A listener question opens a discussion and mini-scientific literature review. Is muscle hypertrophy just a side effect compared to other, clearly advantageous training adaptations? Or could it play a valuable role in human evolution? Also, sincere thanks to Matt for his recent donation as well as strong monthly supporters like Ryan, Marek, David1, David2, and Monique. You will get perks in upcoming activities!

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