Iron Radio

Dr. Lowery and Phil share some news and talk with strength coach Spencer Aiken. Topics abound. Mosquitoes, lactate, highland games, statistics, injury rehab, education, competitors, moms, kids, motivation, and more! This episode wraps up Part III in a series of interviews with industry insiders. It's also sure to interest listeners who are trainers and coaches. Ditch the local radio drivel and join your like-minded brothers on Iron Radio. Come on in!

A guest co-host, an industry insider, and some extra Fortress make for one full episode. First, in the news, a whey protein product and carb dosing get attention by Drs. Lowery and Nelson. Then, come behind the scenes at bodybuilding supplement companies with guest Jeff McCarrell. If you've ever wondered how someone rises in the industry to become a powerhouse, this story is for you. Positives, negatives, and tales of all kinds are offered. Then it's time for the Enter the Fortress segment, in which Fortress shares his own tales of good, bad, and ugly. Pull up a bench and join the conversation!

Join the guys for an insider discussion about the bodybuilding-dietary-supplement-fitness industry. Blogger, editor, marketer Bryan Krahn shares highs, lows, and tales of working behind the scenes. Topics range from dietary supplement sales networks, to ghost writing, to rote formulaic articles, to the mininmal role of science that few realize. Also tune in for history and thoughts on prohormones, ephedrine, DNP, and more. Finally, join the guys in a new membership drive and score a t-shirt while supplies last. Got time? We've got audio! It's time again for your weekly dose of Iron.

After sharing news on fatty acid supplements and Russian powerlifting, the guys talk with William Llewellyn. Two distinct topics get attention. Llewellyn is well-read on both dietary fats and anabolic steroids, and has a passion for sharing the information. As owner of the patent on arachidonic acid for muscle gain, Bill explains why simply eating lots of precursor vegetable oils won't dramatically increase this important fatty acid in your muscle cells. He then speculates on how arachidonic acid interacts with fish oils, inflammation, and muscle growth. As author of the Anabolics Reference Guide, Bill then shares facts and opinions on the effects and side effects of various types of drugs. Finally, in the Enter the Fortress segment, Rob rails against the latest pro bodybuilder-turned-supplement-purveyor. Brace yourself for a little profanity, a lot of blunt opinion, and an extra long episode!

This week the pendulum swings toward egghead rather than meathead. Or perhaps how to use your inner egghead to become a better meathead! After recent discussions on self-publishing and changing your game, in the weight room or at the table, the guys turn to an evidence expert. Dr. Chris Peters from Sense About Science and Ask for Evidence shares advice on topics relevant to the thinking man's lifter. What constitutes good evidence? Why is our community particularly vulnerable to being bamboozled? What questions should you ask when presented with a claim? Get answers and even check out the www.SenseAboutScience.org nutrition quiz to see if you can even detect a made-up diet from one that's actually marketed. Topics herein range from CLA to amino acids to genetically modified foods and more. Come on in and become a smarter fitness consumer!

Grab some coffee and join the gym talk! Phil and Lonnie cover recent happenings in the fitness industry, then answer listener questions from email and Facebook. First, in the news, a USSF super-total event is coming up, Benedikt Magnusson relights the competitive fire, Dr. L shares insights from experimenting with training volume, and American Muscle is coming to Discovery Channel. Then, in the Topic of the Day, the guys cover varied topics such as personal training certifications, branched chain amino acids, abrupt and intense neural stimulation before a lift, and plenty more. It's time again for Iron Radio!

How extreme is your pursuit of muscle and strength? After some news on sleep that's especially pertinent to big guys, the testy trio explore the subcultures of bodybuilding and powerlifting. What sets us apart? What in particular is extreme enough to make mainstream folk cringe or scowl? Have you ever had an experience where your values clashed with family or co-worker opinions? Tune in to explore these questions and experience the usual gym talk!

The guys take a closer look at self-publishing versus traditional publishing in the fitness world. Web sites, blogs, podcasts, and YouTube have changed the landscape forever - but is the brave new world better? First, Lonnie and Phil discuss the pros and cons of the evolution, then it's time to Enter the Fortress, as Lonnie gives Iron Radio's resident journalist a call for further insights. Tune-in for a slightly modified format, as the intrepid triune juggle schedules and resurrect a brand new version of Rob's old magazine column.

Dr. L and Phil have a talk with powerlifter and coach JL Holdsworth. From his origins and education, through injuries, to experiences at West Side, and now as owner of The Spot Athletics, JL shares a great personal tale. Then, in the Topic of the Day, the guys discuss being a lifter versus being a coach. What are the similarities and differences? How accomplished should a lifter be before coaching others? And is it a natural progression to move from competitor to coach? Find out! It's time again for Iron Radio!

In this special edition of Iron Radio, join Dr. Lowery, Dr. Nelson, Sean Casey and Korey Van Wyk as they discuss this week's ISSN meeting, on-site from Clearwater, Florida. The International Society of Sports Nutrition is a great place to learn the latest science and practice for those who can make the trip. For those who cannot, or for those who just like Cliff's notes summaries, there's Iron Radio! From ketogenic diets to ursolic acid supplements to phosphatidic acid, creatine and more, plenty gets discussed. Join the nerdy yet valuable discussion!

Dr. Lowery opens with some news, then passes the baton to Phil, who interviews Juliet Wendler. After some insights on her origin story and her life with Jim, she shares thoughts on training during and after pregnancy. Plenty of questions get answered. Why is pregnancy sometimes looked upon like a disease diagnosis - from an exercise standpoint? How hard did she push intensity in the gym while pregnant? Which feels better during pregnancy - lifting or cardio? How important are structured lifting and eating during this time of change? And finally, did she enjoy her female version of the power belly? Find out this week on Iron Radio!

Fortress and Lonnie have a chat with bodybuilder-powerlifter-coach-entrepreneur Julia Ladewski. Julia has put up some impressive lifts AND is stepping on stage as a physique competitor as this episode airs. After a bit of nutrition news on gluten and wheat sensitivity, then some chat about Julia's origin story, everyone discusses loss of motivation. What causes it? How can it be avoided? Does everyone feel it? Get answers. It's time again for Iron Radio!

Join Phil and Lonnie as they have a straight forward talk with noted powerlifter Brandon Lilly. After a little news on protein, muscle recovery, and the new Iron Radio app, plenty gets answered. What's it like to emotionally deal with devastating injury? What's the Cube Method? And what does Brandon consider a mature, gradual strength progression? From early days in soccer, to times as a troubled youth, to indoctrination into hardcore lifting, to bouncing back from catastrophic injury, Brandon gets real. It's time to pull up a bench and get in on the conversation!

Do classic training principles apply to eating, too? After some industry news and banter, Coach Stevens and Dr. L examine this question. From overload to specificity, from the reversibility principle to diminishing returns, tune in for facts and insights. The guys also cover the concept of individual differences in exercise and diet progress. Interestingly, the same realities that govern exercise progress seem to apply to diet and nutrition. If you've ever needed meaningful ways to view both training and eating, these principles should help. Join the discussion!

After Iron Radio news, join the guys in a discussion on lifting and firefighting with Mike Williams. From initial fitness testing, to ongoing training, to nutrition and teamwork, there's plenty to talk about. After the mid-episode break, Mike asks questions of the hosts. The guys also cover planned upcoming guests, this summer's ISSN meeting, chronobiology and swing shifts, and plenty more. Come on in!

It's time to discuss a classic training principle - overload. Any lifter, whether a bodybuilder, a powerlifter, or other, should consider the ways in which he or she will ask the body to do more than before. There are quite a few approaches! Without realistic, individualized, and planned overload, structures and systems just don't change. So, after the usual news, join the talkative trio as they cover both basic and more advanced ways to overload the body. Will you spin your wheels for years, injure yourself, or do it right? Size and strength await! NOTE: The guys have returned to Skype's Pamela recorder in this episode, so comment on our Facebook page with audio-related thoughts if you're so inclined.

Have you ever wondered about starting your own wellness business? Come with the guys directly into a working sports facility where entrepreneurs Eric Bernstein and Cory Krupp share frank tips on lean startups. These guys took athletics and bodybuilding interests and forged a business from them. From concept to commercialization, from legal needs to Kickstarter, there's plenty to learn. There's also news on probiotic products and info from blogs on avoiding pitfalls as you start your own wellness or nutrition business. Enjoy the information and honest talk!

What gets you going before you train? After some news, the testy triumvirate delve into sources of inspiration. From music, to ambient sounds, to visuals of all kinds, and quotes, the guys talk motivators. Note - some of this may be loud. Of course, intrinsic motivation is a requirement, but there are also plenty of external things to draw from. Pull up a bench and get in on this inspirational talk. Conan! What is best in life?

Guest host Jon Mike joins the guys to discuss recent research. This is not just a perusal of other scientists' work, but rather it's a discussion of direct data collection in the cohosts' labs themselves. Topics include manipulation of eccentric contractions, interval training versus steady state cardio for body composition enhancement, coffee and dehydration, the addition of beta alanine to caffeine before lifting, and gender differences in response to coffee. There's also listener questions and reviews to talk about. Finally, listen to the end of the show for a special message from Fortress!

After a bunch of news, Dr. L and Phil compare notes regarding speed work. The science news covers the effect of protein versus carbs on fat breakdown prior to exercise, calorie restriction, and growing muscle in a dish. Then in the Topic of the Day, how does an exercise physiologist look at speed work? What does a coach do with it? Tune in to get complimentary perspectives. Whether you are a lifter with long arms, someone who needs an occasional respite from heavy weights, or you just want to learn how to manipulate reflexes to boost contraction strength, this episode is for you!