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Episode 169 IronRadio - Topic Listener Mail, Olympic Muscle Aug 09, 2012

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Fortress, Phil and Dr. Lowery continue answering a wave of listener mail, then talk Olympic Games. What's the best way to buy and dose your fish oil? What are some pros and cons of ibuprofen at various doses for lifters? Also, how does one incorporate overhead pressing, and how should a bodybuilder transition from bulking to a cutting diet? Finally, in the Topic of the Day, the guys marvel at the specialization and toughness of Olympic lifters and throwers. There's so much education in this episode you'll be a doctor by the end!

Episode 168 IronRadio - Topic Living Large Aug 02, 2012

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What are the gripes, oddities and experiences of living with excess muscle mass? The guys discuss living large - literally. From broken toilet seats to poorly fitting clothes to chafed thighs, it's likely you'll identify with some of this! Join in for a laugh. Also tune in for listener mail on fascial release, protein types, and regular bowel movements - yes really.

Episode 167 IronRadio - Guest Adriane Wilson Topic Lift and Throw Jul 26, 2012

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After some news on cortisol and weight loss, the guys share some reader mail and chat with lifter-thrower-awesome-athlete Adriane Wilson. As usual there is a wide range of iron goodness. Is cortisol really the villain we think it is? Is it cocky to be proud of your robust health and functionality as a lifter? And when it comes to lifting for Highland Games, what needs to be done before big gym lifts take place? And how much time should be spent on the sport's skills versus gym lifts? Tune in for these gems and more!

Episode 166 IronRadio - Topic Listener Mail, Training Update Jul 19, 2012

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Rob and Phil dive into a host of listener emails - thanks everybody - and talk about their experiences in the gym of late. What body type are YOU? Is body-typing even real science? Also, how is it possible to lose roughly half of one's strength in just two weeks? Then during training discussion, find out what's getting Phil excited about squatting lately and why the guys have been favoring three-days-per-week regimes. From physiology to psychology to an analysis of classic powerlifting approaches, this episode has plenty going on!

Episode 165 IronRadio - Topic News, Rants, Recent Training Jul 12, 2012

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Rob, Phil and Lonnie answer a reader question and offer a quick rant before progressing to the Topic of the Day. Are dips good, bad or just ugly? Why do the guys think Americans are broken? And what is the tremendous triune doing in the gym lately? From warm ups in the heat to self-experimentation, hear what's been happening! Plus, stay to the end of the show for random gym music suggestions! Rock on!

Episode 164 IronRadio - Guest Dan John Topic Coach Responsibilities Jul 05, 2012

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Phil, Rob and Lonnie once again sit and talk with industry veteran Danny John. After offering a contest announcement, some news on what drives women crazy, and facts on what weird protein may help you recover, the intrepid trio learns from Big Dan. What are the core responsibilities of a teacher? A coach? What does a veteran coach like Dan do to create peer support in his gym? Tune in for the wisdom!

Episode 163 IronRadio - Guest Mike Nelson Topic ISSN Conference Jun 28, 2012

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In an extra-long episode, Lonnie, Rob and Phil talk with doc student Mike Nelson. The focus is the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) conference but the usual menagerie of muscle is also here. Tune in to hear about Phil's whopping double-digit bench press, listener mail, insights from soon-to-be Dr. Nelson, and info. on the upcoming summer funds drive. Brief audio teasers from last weekend's ISSN meeting provide the seeds for much sciencey discussion. Geek out with the guys!

Episode 162 IronRadio - Topic Respect Your Brothers Jun 22, 2012

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Travel and tech glitches will not stop your hosts! Phil and Lonnie discuss breaking news in sports nutrition, then remind each other that everyone in the iron game should respect his brothers.

Episode 161 IronRadio - Guest Joe Micela Topic Olympics Prep Jun 14, 2012

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Phil and Lonnie interview Olympic lifting coach Joe Micela, then the intrepid triune all share some gym talk. How do Olympic lifters in the U.S. get as far as the Olympic Games? What does a coach do in the final weeks to prepare them? And what are our chances in London? Get in on this behind-the-scenes info.! Also stick around for a rant on ignorance in the U.S. and some regular-guy gym talk on recent training.

Episode 160 IronRadio - Topic The Protein Episode Jun 07, 2012

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Phil, Fortress and Dr. L discuss science and training news before getting to all things protein. From genetic engineering, to stem cells to a new paper refuting high-protein diet risks, there's plenty to learn. The guys also check in on Phil's biceps blow-out and they offer cool learning resources on TV and online. The talk ranges from conspiracy theories to gurus to misguided protein practices on all sides. Join in by offering your own epic protein meal on our Facebook Listeners page! Win one of these sweet 100-dollar 2012 protein textbooks!

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