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Episode 289 IronRadio - Topic Gratisode, Fortress Returns Nov 30, 2014

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In an extra long holiday episode, the guys get grateful. The news covers the health benefits of counting one's blessings as well as the nutrition knowledge of sports coaches. Then, in the Topic of the Day, a web search sets the tone for what muscle heads are thankful for. Favorite exercises, supplements, and foods get attention. What are YOU most thankful for? Then, it's time to Enter the Fortress. It's not Thanksgiving up North, so Rob instead shares his thoughts on the anabolic steroid scene in his part of Canada. Brace yourself for Fortress' usual frank talk. Thanks for joining-in!

Episode 288 IronRadio - Topic News, Listener Mail Nov 23, 2014

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Like news and topical questions from listeners? If so, this show is for you. The mail bag was stuffed and there's the usual news coming aboout, so the guys wade through a good portion of it. Topics seem to congregate around fat loss but range all over. Lonnie, Phil, and Big Jon cover coffee phytochemicals beyond caffeine, bad Internet searches by those seeking fat loss, a controversial new study on fed-versus-fasting cardio, how a big man cuts down to 12 percent fat, and tons more. There's also information in this one on how to earmark a donation to the show if you'd like to fund Lowery's research or Phil's sponsorship of worthy competitors. Got time? We've got talk!

Episode 287 IronRadio - Topic Politics and Lifting Nov 16, 2014

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Yes, you read the title correctly. Politics. They affect us all, on multiple levels. So, after some news on hidden factors that may be packing fat on your frame, the guys tackle the forbidden. In what ways do politics and government regulations affect us as lifters? Discussion ranges from health and nutrition licensure, which are state regulated, to dietary supplement differences between republicans and democrats, to healthcare. Even in-the-gym politics get attention. Bodybuilders, powerlifters, olympic lifters - on a micro-level, can we manage ourselves better than dysfunctional politicians do? Liberal or conservative, feel free to join the discussion!

Episode 286 IronRadio - Guest Chad Kerksick Topic Sports Nutrition Research Nov 09, 2014

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This week the guys jump right into an interview with sports nutrition and muscle researcher Dr. Chad Kerksick. Lots of questions get answered. Does a scientist's research change how he lifts, himself? What populations stand to benefit from resistance training most? And where do many resistance trainers make mistakes when they could simplify and make progress? Then, after a bit of listener news, everyone moves to the Topic of the Day. The conversation ranges from liquid creatine to protein blends, to the stigma surrounding dietary supplements, and more. Come on in and stay up on the literature!

Episode 285 IronRadio - Topic News, Reversibility Principle Nov 02, 2014

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In the news, Lonnie and Phil talk about new science on what oats do for the body, about the beta-version of the Iron Radio store, and about current lifting meets. Then, in the Topic of the Day, the guys cover another textbook training principle - reversibility. How long does it take to lose size and function of various bodily systems? From muscle mass, to cellular energy processes, to bone density, to the nervous system, several important areas get attention. And of course the guys cover the practical and coaching aspects of reversibility, like programming and gaining maturity to reduce the fear of loss. Tune in to prevent gray matter atrophy!

Episode 284 IronRadio - Guest Rich Colasante Topic Orthopedics for Lifters Oct 26, 2014

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In the news, Lonnie, Mike Nelson, and Jon Mike share info on detox scams, sensory deprivation tanks, and caffeine habituation. Then in the Topic of the Day, guest Rich Colasante shares insider information on the present and future of orthopedic - mostly spinal - treatments for heavy lifters. Do you do anything to keep yourself pain-free, performing optimally and with a long training career ahead of you? Or do you just keep training, pop anti-inflammatories, live on pain killers, and hope for the best? The guys cover prehab, getting serious with compliance, stem cells, PRP therapy, communicating with your surgeon, preventive traction via bar hangs and tons more. Pull up a bench and get in on this!

Episode 283 IronRadio - Guest Matt Vincent Topic Explosive Lifts for Highland Games Oct 19, 2014

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After some nutrition and drug-related news, the guys check in with Highland Games world champion Matt Vincent. The news covers colorful foods and recovery, and dimethylsulfoxide - DMSO - as an anti-inflammatory and drug delivery agent. Then, Highland Games world champion Matt Vincent talks about his recent victory, peaking, weight loss, and other late-season factors that helped him win. Then, after the break, Matt drops some knowledge bombs regarding explosive lifts to enhance throwing event performance. Learn what lifts he feels are essential, what he thinks about missing lifts in training, how much throwing practice is necessary, how long he programs strength versus speed cycles, and more. The guys even wax philosophical about balance in the life of a strong dude. Come on in!

Episode 282 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Bill Campbell Topic Sports Nutrition Research Oct 12, 2014

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Dr. Lowery and Big Jon Mike geek out with professor and sports nutrition researcher Bill Campbell. Dr. Campbell is yet another example of how a love of bodybuilding is not only congruent with, but actually drives academic pursuits. The guys discuss plenty. Topics include meal frequency, arginine products and vasodilation, flexible undulating periodization, and an over-emphasis on sports supplements. Take your seats, muscle class is in session!

Episode 281 IronRadio - Guest Matt Holmes Topic Military Muscle Oct 05, 2014

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With Phil at a competition, Lonnie and Mike Nelson share news and have a chat with tactical training coach, Matt Holmes. First in the news, listener mail regarding body recompositioning gets attention. Then, binging on sugar at Halloween, and the central nervous system get discussed. In the Topic of the Day, Matt, a coach with a difficult past and a history of overcoming obstacles, shares thoughts on tactical training. What is it? How does he get results? And how does military fitness differ from typical training programs? No time for a warm up, let's get into the discussion!

Episode 280 IronRadio - Guest Melissa Traynor Topic Macho Muscle Sep 28, 2014

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After a bit of nutrition and industry news, the guys chat with Canadian physique competitor and trainer Melissa Traynor. Topics include the Canadian competitive hierarchy in fitness and bodybuilding, business influences, politics, and subjectivity in judging. And through it all, there remains that love of physique competition. Then, in the Topic of the Day, everyone discusses the trend toward high intensity training, all of the time. Does a camaraderie of self-abuse drive the trend? Is a frantic drive for high heart rates the best approach to quality training? And what are the mature alternatives? Take a breath, settle down, and tune in to find out!

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