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Episode 239 IronRadio - Guest Dani Shugart Topic Disordered Eating in Bodybuilding Dec 14, 2013

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After some news, Dani Shugart joins the guys for a discussion on dieting gone wrong. Dani is a physique competitor with personal experiences involving disordered eating. She has also published a brand new book on the topic. News topics range from ways to rebuild lost muscle tissue to a new record powerlifting total to huge guys who die young. Questions that get addressed in the Topic of the Day with Dani include... What is it about physique athletes that makes them prone to eating disorders? How do men and women tend to differ in relation to food? What types of eating disorders exist and how do they overlap? And how does one return to normalcy after months of strict target date dieting? If you've dieted hard or have loved ones who struggle with disordered eating, this extra-long show is for you.

Episode 238 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Dan Ogborn Topic Optimal Eccentric Training Dec 07, 2013

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Dr. Lowery and Coach Stevens share industry news on anabolic steroids, then learn from Dr. Dan Ogborn. First, what kinds of doses of performance enhancing drugs are professional level bodybuilders using nowadays? Then, Dan has a long list of credentials and works in some world famous muscle physiology labs, so the guys get some juicy information. Specifically this week, Dr. Ogborn has plenty to share on eccentric training (negatives). How valuable are supra-maximal lifts? Is extreme muscle soreness requisite for maxing-out protein synthesis? How do aging, inflammation, fish oils, ibuprofen, and antioxidants affect the muscle building process? Come on in and find out!

Episode 237 IronRadio - Topic Thanksgiving Grub and Gains Nov 30, 2013

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Let's eat! Dr. Lowery and Phil unsurprisingly focus on FOOD. From meat substitutes to perfectly cooking the actin and myosin proteins in your turkey, to cooking tips and favorite dishes, the guys bring plenty to the table. The untimely death of a top strongman is also in the news, as is an FDA issue concerning genetic testing for consumers. The Topic of the Day deals with following natural rhythms to make mass gains during winter months. With harvest time upon us, and food-focused holidays everywhere, it's time to get serious. Bon appetit!

Episode 236 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Dean Reeves Topic New Types of Soft Tissue Care, Repair Nov 23, 2013

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We all deal with inflammation and soft tissue damage during training. It can hurt progress. Is there a new way out? After some dietary supplement news, Phil and Dr. L learn about new kinds of injection therapy. Dean Reeves, MD, pain expert, and Associate Professor, shares his insights and experiences with prolotherapy and related treatments. With the growing buzz about these novel approaches to nerve, tendon, muscle, and cartilage repair, it's time to get it from the expert himself. Can simple dextrose, injected into a tendon or ligament, really regenerate tissue without scarring? And further, what nearly instantaneous results can reportedly be seen when nerves themselves are targeted? Tune in for your weekly injection of knowledge!

Episode 235 IronRadio - Topic Music as a Motivator Nov 16, 2013

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Many changes occur in this episode of Iron Radio, but with your help, the aural goodness is still rocking! Bear with the audio level variations and mic pops as the guys get it down - and let everyone know what you think on the Iron Radio Facebook Page. Rob, occasionally absent nowadays, submits his first ever CD review from the Great White North. There is no escaping the Mighty Fortress! Dr. L covers some actual science about the interaction between musical stimuli and the nervous system, and Phil lays down some ways that he uses music at Strength Guild. Get in on the info., tips and suggestions. Lonnie and Phil also offer some of their own favorite bands and tunes. What's motivating them lately? Find out! Tune in for a discussion of all things music and metal!

Episode 234 IronRadio - Guest Jon Mike Topic Pre-workouts and Ergogenic Aids Nov 09, 2013

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Do you take supplements or stimulants before training? Which ones work? Doctoral Candidate Jon Mike joins the guys to discuss a large list of pre-workout ingredients, nutrients and drugs. Substances that get attention include caffeine, ephedrine, clenbuterol, synephrine, arginine, creatine, carnosine, bicarbonate, beta-alanine, ammonia smelling salts, and more. The focus is on the scientific evidence and the conversation sticks to products that are specifically used for performance boosts. Time for some sciencey and practical knowledge bombs!

Episode 233 IronRadio - Topic Peaking for Meets Nov 02, 2013

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This week has the guys swinging the pendulum back to straight up metal talk. Phil just had his big meet, that's been months in the making, and he shares his experiences. The Topic of the Day is a spin off of Coach Stevens' meet, and delves into peaking for events. There's plenty to ponder. What's the best time frame for a final peaking cycle? Are there simple tips and tricks for the final two days before a contest? What does the science say about burning out adrenalin receptors prematurely? There's also discussion on the trade off between feeling good orthopedically versus neurally, last minute goofball mistakes that some guys do to make up for poor preparation, and more. Grab a Monster energy drink and pull up a bench for some shop talk!

Episode 232 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Jeremy Fransen Topic Chicago Conference Oct 26, 2013

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Join a travel-weary Dr. Lowery as he interviews Professor Jeremy Fransen about the recent ASEP conference, and about research happening at his university. Before getting into too much science, Dr. Fransen shares his background and interests in competitive strongman events and in bodybuilding. Then listen for gold nuggets in the science that ensues. Topics include carb metabolism, inflammation, creatine, testosterone, multiple tips to acutely boost strength, intermittent fasting, and caffeine. This is a longer episode, despite the lack of sleep for both of these gentlemen, so enjoy!

Episode 231 IronRadio - Topic Mentors Oct 19, 2013

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Who were your mentors? What did they teach you? After some news, Dr. L, Phil, and Fortress talk about influences and guides that affected them. News topics range from controversy over ibuprofen as a strength booster, to high-glycemic carb concerns, to Fortress' public opinions on metal and bodybuilding, to Olympic lifters on the Biggest Loser show. Then, during the Topic of the Day, the guys wax philosophical about their own role models and mentors. The experience of disciplined instruction, the importance of multiple mentors, the power of music, and plenty more get attention. Join the conversation and think about who has influenced YOU!

Episode 230 IronRadio - Topic Training Talk Oct 12, 2013

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From the IronRadio.org Facebook Listener's Page comes a request for simple training talk. What are the guys up to in the gym? Coming at the topic from different points in the training cycle, Phil, Lonnie and Fortress share thoughts. What is Phil doing in the critical two weeks before a meet? How is Dr. Lowery dealing with the relative boredom of a conditioning phase? And what is Fortress, ever the training connoisseur, doing systematically in the gym? Topics range from last-minute stupid mistakes that all musclesport athletes make, to early morning lifts, to the notion of long-term brewing momentum. Also addressed are issues like redlining, misguided encouragement from muscle magazines, and even a dietary supplement warning. And don't forget the random pizza orders! Pull up a bench and get in on the gym talk!

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