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Episode 109 IronRadio - Guest Dr. Josh Cotter Topic Muscle Research, ACSM Event Jun 15, 2011

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Dr. L and Rob veer all over the place with news blurbs, then get an insider look at muscle research from a lab rat that studies ways to prevent muscle loss. Dr. Josh Cotter is not only a bodybuilder but a post-doctoral researcher in a NASA-related lab that looks at ways to reduce muscle atrophy, among other things we might borrow for our own ends. What's different about the soleus muscle of the calf and how does one best train it? What causes the muscle loss in space and how does it relate to bodybuilding or powerlifting? Find out! Also listen-in for fresh from the oven science updates on protein and vitamin D from the recent American College of Sports Medicine event!

Episode 108 IronRadio - Guest Karsten Jensen Topic Advanced Periodization Jun 08, 2011

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Fortress, Phil and Rock Solid share news on everything from new government nutrition recommendations to suffocation training to an upcoming Kansas City Highland Games event. Then the guys talk to Karsten Jensen, a Danish exercise physiologist and strength coach. What are the types of training periodization? How can YOU tweak them? What are advanced ways to make one of these systems almost guarantee your progress? Listen-in for both academic and no-BS pragmatic advice. You know you want to learn how to get huge from a Dane!

Episode 107 IronRadio - Topic Remotivate, Rest or Change Gears Jun 01, 2011

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Fortress, Phil and Dr. L share some news - both scientific and athletic in nature - then wax philosophical about the ebb and flow of training and competition. When do these guys make a pit stop for repairs? Do they drive forward with the initial goal no matter what? What can one do to stay motivated when in a training valley or slump? Tune in for controversial chat on drugs, politics, sexual ambiguity and more!

Episode 106 IronRadio - Guest Carl Gisler Topic Strength Equipment Scams May 25, 2011

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Phil, Fortress and Dr. L get the inside scoop on what salesmen do to sell cheesy strength and fitness equipment to a quick-fix public. What should you ask a sales person? What do they do when they know their product is bunk? We take you behind the scenes with the help of a sales insider! ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Kenneth, Joel, and Randy, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 105 IronRadio - Topic Social Stigmas vs Lifters May 18, 2011

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Lonnie, Phil and Fortress talk about how the general public perceives hypermuscular or extremely large and strong individuals. Where did the double standard come from? What kind of tales and anecdotes illustrate the stigmas and stereotypes? Is there anything wrong with having a fire in your belly to be more than average? Tune in and get a perspective! ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Kenneth, Joel, and Randy, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 104 IronRadio - Guest Mike Nelson Topic Muscle and Nutrition Conference May 11, 2011

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Lonnie and Fortress get the inside track from doc student Mike T Nelson on the very recent Experimental Biology conference in Washington DC. What's up with the new testosterone boosters? Which dietary proteins can actually create a simultaneous fat loss and muscle gain home run? How light can one train and still make gains? What genetic tweaks are now invading broccoli? Get in on this! ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Kenneth, Joel, and Randy, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 103 IronRadio - Guest Jim Wendler Topic Less Training Max Benefit May 05, 2011

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Phil and Fortress talk with powerlifting great Jim Wendler about everything from the absurdity of being illegal if you're excess man, to tatoos on Phil's private areas to training less while gaining maximally! ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Kenneth, Joel, and Randy, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 102 IronRadio - Guests Bongiovanni, Kemper Topic Promoting Bodybuilding Apr 27, 2011

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Lonnie, Phil and Fortress talk with bodybuilding contest promoters Christine Bongiovanni - also an IFBB Pro - and Tom Kemper. Both have success in marketing and running bodybuilding events AND have competitive cred in mutiple strength sports. Should you try to host such an event to support your sport? What can you do to set it apart? Will you make any money? Also, tune in to hear the discussion on whether bodybuilding is a sport, an art form, a spectacle, or something else! ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Kenneth, Joel, and Randy, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 101 IronRadio - Topic Gym Talk and Contest Tales Apr 20, 2011

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Lonnie, Phil and a hacked-off Fortress talk shop about recent gym stuff and both social and competitive experiences. How will Phil climb out of a performance hole? Who's wrestling down deer and eating them like a T-Rex? What the heck is a crotch sock? Why do guys back stage at bodybuilding shows have glowy red-hot faces? Do you REALLY want to hear the answers? ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Jill, Marc, Joseph, and Seth, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

Episode 100 IronRadio - Guest Jude Howe Topic Kettlebells vs Barbells Apr 14, 2011

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Phil and Fortress talk to Jude Howe about not giving up the barbell - even when you're really into kettlebells. Also tune in for our Vegas seminar specifics! The Q and A seminar in Vegas will take place just a day before the ISSN meeting, so book your flight early to catch both. ***Finally, we'd like to continue a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members and donors, like Jill, Marc, Joseph, and Seth, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! And supporting listeners, your mugs are on the way!***

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