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Episode 329 IronRadio - Guest Neil Cushnie Topic Q and A Sep 06, 2015

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Listener Neil Cushnie joins the guys for a discussion on muscle-related news, then has questions for everyone. In the science news and listener mail, expectations of a beefy meal affect fullness, chronic stimulant use gets scrutiny, and seemingly obvious studies are questioned. In the Topic of the Day, Biggest Gainer competitor Neil brings the inquiries. What's the best balance between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation? Why is the overhead press a lost art? And is the deadlift or squat the king of exercises? Sunday is upon us and thus so is Iron Radio!

Episode 328 IronRadio - Guest Gina Tacconi-Moore Topic Soft Tissue Work Aug 30, 2015

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After some news and chat, the guys interview Gina Tacconi-Moore on soft tissue work for lifters. The news touches on intermittent fasting, and on some pretty mind-blowing generational health implications of one's lifestyle. In the Topic of the Day, Gina - a former sprinter and owner of both CrossFit Lowell and the treatment room in that facility - offers insights. Everyone discusses massage, the intensity of soft tissue manipulations, self treatment, licensure qualifications, referrals, and tons more. For those who ache, have clients with soft tissue injury, or are just curious about what grilled cheese sandwiches have to do with all this, come on in.

Episode 327 IronRadio - Guest Cale Schultz Topic Hypertrophy and Stuntmen Aug 23, 2015

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Stuntman Cale Schultz joins the guys for a discussion on muscle mass and strength in his industry. Are stuntmen just wild-eyed thrill seekers? How much training goes into what they do? And what strength sports are similar? Stuntmen have to be tough as nails on minimal recovery, so there's plenty to learn. Also tune in for news and opinion on alcohol for bodybuilders, cardiac risk assessment for heavy squatters, and new research on the anti-inflammatory supplement curcumin. Come on in, if you're tough enough.

Episode 326 IronRadio - Topic Dietary Supplement Hysteria Aug 16, 2015

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What's your stance on bodybuilding supplements? Are they a crutch for guys with masculinity and body image problems or can they be used constructively? A psych-related news report brought to the guys by licensed counselor Kelly Lowery sparks discussion. In particular, negative press on mainstream use of whey protein, creatine, and L-carnitine gets dissected. Does one need to be in serious training to justify supplement use? And what are the issues surrounding research reports by potentially biased investigators? Also in this week's episode is a follow-up on the soybean oil-obesity scare and news on a threatening obesity gene that's soon to be targeted by drug companies. Is all this too much to bear? Stay calm and keep on listening.

Episode 325 IronRadio - Guest Matt Jones Topic Spinal Injury Comeback Aug 09, 2015

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After sharing news and mail, Phil and Lonnie wrap up the summer's comeback-from-injury theme with Matt Jones. If you've wondered how a lifter deals with the blow to his psyche, this episode is for you. Staying constructive and focusing on the immediate task at hand seems key. The guys also discuss the importantance of participating in your own medical treatment and getting social support from other lifters. Other topics include disturbing news on soybean oil and obesity, as well as comfortable versus perfect form in the squat.

Episode 324 IronRadio - Guest Bob Lemieux Topic Hypertrophy and Strength Coaching Aug 02, 2015

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Come on-site to a Division 1 university athletic training center to learn from Coach Bob Lemieux. Bob is the Director of Strength and Conditioning, has graduate training in nutrition and other fields relevant to athletics, and is himself a self-described meat head - at least in part. Dr. Lowery asks plenty of questions. How does university-level strength coaching differ from Internet and magazine bodybuilding? Is muscle hypertrophy the main focus? Which teams and athletes are toughest to train? What can bodybuilders learn from university-level strength coaching? And is Bob, himself inclined toward the mass gain side of the training spectrum? This week we go behind the scenes to better understand the science and art of strength and conditioning.

Episode 323 IronRadio - Guest Dal Gains Topic Boxing and Resistance Training Jul 26, 2015

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Phil and Lonnie announce summer contest winners, then answer some mail before sitting down with boxer-lifter Dal Gains. If you've risen from the ashes of serious injury, you'll be inspired by our contest champions. If you've wondered how women undertake a successful bulking phase, listen for the mail segment. Then in the Topic of the Day, you'll hear about boxing myths and traditions, especially regarding resistance training. How might a heavyweight boxer train differently than a middle weight? What's complimentary about explosive lifting for the boxer? And is it possible to stay tight under the bar yet stay loose in the ring? Tune in to fnd out!

Episode 322 IronRadio - Topic Bodybuilding and Strength Documentaries Jul 19, 2015

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Phil and Lonnie share news and answer listener mail before getting to the Topic of the Day. In the news, powerlifting drama unfolds and a discussion of meets and federations ensues. Listener mail is about small-jointed lifters and the day's discussion covers bodybuilding and strength documentary films. Was a spark ignited in you by Pumping Iron? What was its impact on pop culture? And can movies like The Comeback - aka Total Rebuild - equal its passion and motivation? Nearly a half dozen films get discussed and rated from various perspectives. It's time to enter Venice Gold's Gym and start gaining some muscles!

Episode 321 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Brad Dieter Topic Carbs, Training, Heart Function Jul 12, 2015

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After some news, Dr. Brad Dieter joins the guys to talk about his research on carbohydrates, diabetes, training, and heart function. How do normal healthy people differ from diabetics or those with metabolic syndrome? If YOUR carb metabolism goes bad, what happens to you? And what can you do? With roughly one in four Americans in these categories, carb metabolism matters. The discussion ranges from training programs, to fat loss, to keeping an aerobic base, to changes in heart function. Also tune in for talk on genetics, family history, muscle recovery, slow-versus-fast cardio, and more.

Episode 320 IronRadio - Topic The Clean Eating Spectrum Jul 05, 2015

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It's a long holiday episode this week! After news and listener mail, Coach Stevens remotely fields a question, then the guys cover the Topic of the Day. The news segment is about new technology that promises fast, visible fat loss. The mail is about grip strength, and the question clip is about hypermobility. After the break, the topic turns to the Clean Eating Spectrum. From a simple variety of healthy foods, how does one progress toward losing fat or even a strict contest diet? Find out! It's time again for Iron Radio!

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