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Episode 229 IronRadio - Topic The Mr. Olympia Oct 05, 2013

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It's Fortress unleashed! This week IronRadio brings listeners over an hour of pure, unadulterated shop talk, largely thanks to Mr. Fortney. After some science news on the importance of brown adipose tissue for fat loss, the guys talk bodybuilding. Is the Mr. O in an identity crisis? Why? How do professional women's divisions decide what the heck they are looking for? And for that matter, is the newish men's physique category in a similar quandry? Then topics range from misguided multi-gram androgen use, to judging criteria, to the dirt that sometimes goes on behind the scenes. Physique enthusiasts rejoice! It's time again for Iron Radio.

Episode 228 IronRadio - Guest Dave Tate Topic What's Realistic? Sep 28, 2013

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Caution, potty mouth powerlifters at work. Phil and Lonnie talk to strength icon Dave Tate. From what's new with his business to his personal struggles with injuries and rehab, Dave pulls no punches. There are real lessons to be learned from these stories. Then, after the break, the guys all discuss the question, What's Realistic? The talk ranges all over. From supposedly healthy French fries, to various lifting regimes, to when it's time to change career goals, the discussion waxes philosophical. Come on in for your weekly dose of brains and brawn, with Dave Tate!

Episode 227 IronRadio - Guests Cotter and Nelson Topic Nutrition Science Meeting Granada Spain Sep 21, 2013

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In this special presentation of geekery, Dr. L has an on-site chat with Dr. Josh Cotter and Doc Candidate Mike Nelson. Get in on this preview of what's coming down the pipeline in nutrition, including insights from a bodybuilding and strength perspective. The International Congress on Nutrition is the world class Olympic Games of nutrition science, held but once every four years. Topics that get attention include how to best squash inflammation before it gets a hold on you, the chronobiology of eating and strength, genetically personalized nutrition, what happens to the body fat of men vs. women as they diet, gene doping, Spanish foods, and more. ...PS - All the audio backgrounds herein are real, on-sight sounds from the Congressos and surrounding local flavor. Bienvenidos!

Episode 226 IronRadio - Topic The Lost Episode Sep 14, 2013

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The Intrepid Triune is flung to the far reaches of the globe this week but the show must go on! Fortunately, execpt for a handful of regulars on the Iron Radio Facebook page, few have heard of an episode that was created, almost by accident, early this summer. When things looked darkest and the guys were sure the airwaves would go silent, Rob showed up and helped record what you are about to hear. Almost no one heard it, however, because somehow a second, full-lineup show got recorded that same week! But waste not, want not. Join Fortress and Lonnie in discussing a question that's close to all lifters' hearts - How much is too much? Enjoy!

Episode 225 IronRadio - Guest Jim Wendler Topic Listener Q and A Sep 07, 2013

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Caution, potty mouth powerlifters at work. Phil and Lonnie talk shop with Jim Wendler. From low-protein Chinese diets, to the rise of raw powerlifting and females in the sport, to testosterone replacement for younger guys, Jim lays down some blunt opinions. The conversation also ranges through the necessity of doping, middle-aged lifting, training economy, recovery, and tons more. Even Miley Cyrus and Syria get attention! Come on in and have a chat with Jim Wendler!

Episode 224 IronRadio - Guest Matt Vincent Topic Travel and Training, Competing Aug 31, 2013

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Phil, Fortress and Lonnie have a fun conversation with Highland Games champion Matt Vincent. Early in the episode, the guys debate and laugh about all kinds of news, then they talk about dealing with travel. As a world class competitor who also has to travel for his job, Matt has learned some great tips and keeps a positive outlook on this sometimes weary endeavor. From holding a real job, to learning from distant top gyms, to reveling in the loophole sports we all enjoy, there is good stuff in this show. Sprinkle-in some science on ergogenic mouth rinses and how broccoli may save your joints, and you've got the latest installation of Iron Radio!

Episode 223 IronRadio - Topic Top Five Desert Island Must-Haves Aug 24, 2013

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Phil and Lonnie offer news on the dangers of tanning spray, how the nervous system adapts at the highest level to training, and the apparent prevalence of Bigorexia. A new 1210 lb squat record - that's not a typo - also gets scrutiny. Facts and opinions fly. Then, in the Topic of the Day, the guys discuss five things they couldn't live without if transported to a desert island. Bodybuilding stuff, powerlifting equipment, motivational resources and more get brought along. What would YOUR list include? Join in, island girls, for the usual science, sport, and banter!

Episode 222 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Jeff Stout Topic Preventing Muscle Loss Aug 17, 2013

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Fortress and Lonnie field thematic listener questions and learn from Dr. Jeff Stout. What do survival shows teach us about the importance of dietary protein? How long does a pre-mixed protein drink last in the fridge? Why do some clinicians differ from scientists when it comes to dispensing protein information? Then Dr. Stout shares research and facts on new lab techniques that assess muscle tissue growth, muscle memory, and how to prevent muscle loss at all ages. From youth and aging, to turning genes on and off, to HMB, to milk intake, there's lots to learn. Tune in and enhance your muscle quality!

Episode 221 IronRadio - Topic Health News, Current Events Aug 10, 2013

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The intrepid triune immediately launches into shop talk regarding health news and current events. There are usable tips to be had! Which longevity therapies work and which don't for lifters? Are you sabotaging your own sleep and thus training recovery? What's the public saying about scary meat heads who lift weights and brandish guns? Get in on the banter. Also, what does surprising new research say about our beloved red meat? Also,can you really swell your biceps girth nine-fold? Would you WANT to?! Finally, what do the guys think about the much-promulgated comeback of Jay Cutler? Time to get an Iron view of recent goings-on.

Episode 220 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan Topic High-Intensity Interval Training Aug 03, 2013

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The Summer of Iron Women continues. Dr. L and Coach Stevens do the usual news reporting, then learn about high-intensity interval training (HIIT) from Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan. Should you consider a course of vitamin D supplementation before embarking on a period of hard training? Is there a ceiling dose of vitamin D, after which muscular benefits cease? And what are listeners saying and getting out of Iron Radio? Then, after the break, Dr. Smith-Ryan talks about aerobic conditioning, fat loss, and why she's converting from endless cardio to more intense pursuits. Abbie shares programming info for starting and progressing HIIT, what it does so efficiently for physiques, and even her own research on the topic! Join in for the usual shop talk and geekery.

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