Self-edited feed 20 Jan 2009 15:27:55 GMT A show about nutriton, bodybuilding, coaching and strength sports Lonnie Lowery, Rob Fortney, Phil Stevens Iron Radio is a web site and podcast about the nutrition, training, coaching and psychology of strength sports like bodybuilding and powerlifting. Each week we interview experts and discuss a topic. Look for our Podcast in the iTunes Music Store An audio library and podcast site for bodybuilding, sports nutrition, athletes and coaches... Associated data follows... {pca-043b4049587f5edc1c472710bed106e2} Lonnie Lowery Lonman7@hotmail.com Health, Fitness, Strength, Nutrition, Exercise http://www.ironradio.org unless otherwise noted, NEW Associates,LLC 2009-2012 podcasts 1 en-us Lonman7@hotmail.com (Dr. Lonnie Lowery) http://www.ironradio.org/images/IronRadio_speaker_logo_300x300.jpg http://www.ironradio.org Iron Radio Lonnie, Phil and Rob delve into some fresh iTunes reviews and listener emails, then talk to Chiropractor Clay Hyght. After sharing his unlikely transition from BMX racing to bodybuilding competitions, Clay switches gears and talks shop about legitimate chiropractic. What role does chiropractic play in exercise programming and nutrition prescription? Do chiropractors ever drift into flakey practices? And how do the good, bad and ugly of the field affect lifters like us? Tune in and get the truth! Plus, you don't want to miss the appearance of the Night Rider, OR our new British secretary, who assists us with this episode. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 02 Feb 2012 07:00:34 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk with national-level powerlifter Paul Carter about his athletic background, about his strong-as-hell training partners, and about his blog and writing for Elite FTS. Then it's on to news and the Topic of the Day. During the news, Phil and Dr. L discuss a new sleep monitoring device, and the significant discount on Olympic bars we are offering. (No, we don't profit from this. We're just cool like that.) Then Paul explains his 80-10-10 rule in which - following the law of averages - most workouts are sort of B-quality but are still of great worth. Time to listen, learn, and lift! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 26 Jan 2012 07:03:35 GMT http://www.ironradio.org It's bodybuilding vs. powerlifting... or is it? Lonnie, Phil and Fortress cover reader mail and industry news, then Dr. L kicks off the Topic of the Day with a spanking new 2012 study. It covers muscular time under tension with lighter loads and it begs the question... Which is better? To get strong and use that strength to grow large -OR- to annihilate muscle tissue with techniques other than powerlifting? Here's what's in the episode overall - win stuff in our new iTunes voter drive, get facts and opinion on mouthpieces and cortisol, learn how many calories it really costs to build a pound of muscle, and explore a host of intensity techniques as an alternative to straight-up power training. Time to listen, learn, and lift! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 19 Jan 2012 07:00:05 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Fortress first share news and reader mail. What's new from the worlds of science, coaching and Iron Radio proper? More than a few things as usual. From herbal stimulants to last weekend's NSCA Coaches Conference to our frequent juicy give-aways, there's good stuff to be had. Then it's on to the topic of the day. What are common mistakes that beginner or even intermediate lifters make? And perhaps more importantly, how can we address them? The guys cover programming, expectations, specific techniques, and tons more. Time to listen, learn, and lift! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 12 Jan 2012 07:02:01 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Neither illness nor holiday travel can hold back your hosts. After some highway-mobile training talk and contest anouncements, the guys discuss motivation. What motivates YOU? Are you a lone warrior or team lifter? And what is it that underlies your fire to train? Tune and and get introspective! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 05 Jan 2012 07:00:17 GMT http://www.ironradio.org When do YOU lift? Rob, Phil and Lonnie discuss the pros and cons of training in the morning, afternoon or evening. Could this choice be the reason you're on a progress plateau? What are the pros and cons? And what can you do if you'd like to try lifting early such as before work? Tips lie herein like presents waiting to be opened. Tune in for this mid-holiday-break discussion! And speaking of presents, score yourself a high-end olympic bar - yes, really - by entering our New Year's photo contest! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 27 Dec 2011 07:04:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie and Phil share tons of news, reader mail and our fall contest winners. Actually, the quotes that were submitted in our contest and the bodybuilding industry news contrast each other to some extent. Manly quotes vs. not-so-manly news. Once the guys have covered the latest bodybuilding mags and industry nonsense, they delve into the Topic of the Day. How does one define whether he's a beginner, intermediate or advanced lifter? Check out these indicators so you can assess your training status. It's time to place yourself on the progress timeline! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 20 Dec 2011 07:07:27 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Talking with noted strength researcher Dr. Bill Ebben, Lonnie, Rob and Phil learn about recent findings and how to use them to steer your training. How important are concepts like neuromuscular potentiation? Can a mouthpiece or other simple techniques really add a few percent to your lifts? What about periodization - what does science say about that? And in the Topic of the Day, what should we be looking out for regarding bad advice from gurus? How can we filter out the BS and use science to steer our training? Tune in and find out! Lonnie actually takes notes (go figure). ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 13 Dec 2011 07:04:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L, Fortress and Phil (Sexy Santa) offer information on how to bust through progress plateaus. It CAN be done! First Lonnie offers a caffeine-fueled sermon on the many variables involved, then everyone talks shop. What causes a training plateau? Are you sure you're even on one? If you are, what can you do when frustrated? Tune in for some friendly reminders and a little education. Awareness is the key. Also listen for some gold nuggets such as a man-food recipe, Beardfest 2012, listener comments and more. Lastly, please DO NOT look at Phil Stevens' Facebook page or risk scarring your retinas with a 280 lb. nude steroidal Santa. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 08 Dec 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Warning: Potty-mouth guest. (Yes, YOU, Jim.) Phil, Rob and Lonnie offer some community and science news, then they dig into the mind of Jim Wendler. Questions abound for Mr. No-nonsense. Which of the three powerlifts is most affected by equipment (shirts, wraps, and suits)? How do they feel different? Where should a novice start with suits and shirts? Should you train in equipment to handle bigger weights, thus increasing your raw lifts down the road? What about injuries? When can equipment help them, if ever? And finally, can Jim SWEAR any more? Tune in and find out! (This episode is not approved by Jesus.) ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 01 Dec 2011 07:02:38 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Neither holidays nor travel can hold back the titanic trio! Lonnie, Phil, and Rob discuss how different strength sports, notably bodybuilding and powerlifting, differ in how they tax an athlete and how recovery takes place. From burnt central drive of the CNS to peripheral depletion, there are ways to bounce back realistically. And yet we all differ. Are YOU a dragster or an Indy car? Find out! Also, join in for some timely talk on big eats! And pay close atention to hear Rob's mellow tone; sounds like he's practicing what he preaches about staying low-key on off days. Tune in while you eat your third helping of turkey and potatoes! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 23 Nov 2011 07:06:21 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil, and Lonnie share a bunch of Iron Radio listener comments and news, then they tangent-off onto a topic of fear and courage. Indeed, the original topic of the day gets postponed. Is an element of fear necessary when one faces hundreds of pounds of uncaring metal on the bar? And how do competitions, psychology, neurology and endocrinology combine to form the Cycle of Dominance? Can YOU step into this hallowed Cycle? Listen to find out. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 17 Nov 2011 07:00:28 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob discuss the sacred... the pre- and mid-workout ritual. From music to garb to nutrition and caffeine, the guys share personal motivators. When does Phil know it's go time? What have Fortress and Lonnie long-eaten as a bizarre super secret pre-session ritual? What music makes Fortress want to gnaw his way through the gym door to reach some heavy weights? Get in on this! The guys also have guest competitors on the show and bribe listeners to get involved with double contest prizes. It's time to call-up your inner Viking or Highlander AND win stuff! Where else can you grow a beard by the end of the show from all the testosterone and adrenaline that's flowing... while you win free stuff? Dare to enter the gates of Valhalla! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 10 Nov 2011 07:04:24 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie and Fortress have a very candid talk about what competing felt like for Rob after years away from the competitive scene. Have you ever wondered what it's like to pit yourself against other men - and more importantly, yourself? Will something awaken within you? Get a perspective! Also tune in for a meat pie recipe that's guaranteed to pack on mass this fall season - and - listen to the discussion on lifting for its own sake. Virtually all sports now employ lifting in various ways, but what about the purity of MASS and RAW STRENGTH as their own ends? Tune in and get back to your roots! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 03 Nov 2011 07:08:27 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie and Phil talk with Paul Klinger, Director at Informed Choice.org about contaminated dietary supplements. How prevalent is contamination? What are the most common contaminants? Steroids? Stimulants? Should you even care if you're not in the NCAA or Olympics? And during the Topic of the Day, the guys talk with Paul about why bodybuilders and powerlifters get so much doping attention by the media. They also debate whether or not professional sports should even BE tested. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 27 Oct 2011 07:00:14 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Rob, and Lonnie share some very positive listener mail and news before getting to the topic of the day. It's time the full triumvirate weighed-in on the unhealthy side of strength sports. Rather than harp on drug use, the guys range all over the place discussing blood pressure, serum lipids, flexibility myths, inflammation and arthritis, among other stuff. How does one prevent or address these things? Tune in for the goods.***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 20 Oct 2011 07:04:14 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. Lowery and Fortress talk shop about his rapidly approaching powerlifting meet. If you've wondered what goes through the head of a competitor right before a competition, this will offer you insight. Fortress is friggin' strong for a clean and raw lifter but can he pull it together when under the microscope? Also, Dr. L shares some brand new news that may appear biased to some. It relates to how Strongman athletes are less healthy than runners. Are these size-impaired researchers prejudiced against our heftier ilk? ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 14 Oct 2011 07:00:11 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil and Fortress talk shop, Lonnie shares some breaking steroidal science news, and then Rob and Phil are on to the topic of the day. What's on tap... Fortress struggles to avoid getting kicked out of his gym, Phil plays water balloon, and Lonnie launches our fall contest. The day's topic questions how strong humans have REALLY become and what truly equals elite. If you're so big you break toilet seats, you'll be especially interested in this episode. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 07 Oct 2011 07:02:11 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L, Fortress and Phil share a little athletic and scientific news, then interview top bodybuilder John Meadows. This guy is a real trooper and class act. In fact, John is fresh off the Mr. North America just a few weeks ago. After some initial history and more sharing of his current activities, Big John joins the topic of the day. How does a high-level competitor specifically approach contest dieting? How does one hold onto precious muscle mass as a diet drags on? How long should YOU diet, based on your starting point and physiological state? Tune in and get a competitor's eye view. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 29 Sep 2011 07:04:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L, Fortress and Phil cover news from vikings to sperm banks to cloven skulls to Mr. Olympia results. Yes, they can stretch THAT far. Lonnie even shares some erudite info. on whether growth hormone or IGF-1 is the main mechanism behind modern 'beyond juice' muscle growth. Then the guys move on to the topic of the day - use of multiple drugs, especially growth hormone, in strength sports. Does something magical happen when a bodybuilder stacks androgens plus GH plus insulin and IGF-1? What are the consequences? How are high-tech bodybuilding careers lasting compared to the old juice-only days? Tune in and get both facts and opinions. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 22 Sep 2011 07:02:22 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Lonnie talk about recent bodybuilding and nutrition news, then move on to the day's topic. Who's in the upcoming Mr. Olympia? How is the sport changing, including women's bodybuilding? Is it just about sex and money or is there some competitive purity left? Also, what's the FDA got planned regarding your supplements? And in the day's topic, how many days per week do YOU take off from the gym? And do you ever plan multiple days - even a week - off from training entirely? Could you even MAKE yourself do so? Listen in for some insight. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 15 Sep 2011 07:00:28 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L, Rob and Phil talk about recent training, nutrition, news and drugs. Fortress stuns even Phil and Lonnie with the dosages he's seen abused. The discussion then segues into the topic of the day - misrepresentation in bodybuilding and powerlifting. It happens all the time on the covers of magazines and in ads. A huge dude holds up a supplement bottle as he flexes his 24-inch pythons. Is it all greed and lies or just athletes on-contract trying to get ahead while avoiding inconvenient truths? How many times do the young or uninitiated try a product held up by a shredded behemoth, only to wonder why they can't achieve such awesomeness? Tune in for the behind the scenes chat. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 08 Sep 2011 07:03:34 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob Fortress Fortney and Phil the Thrill Stevens interview Phillip Rockman Wylie. It's a veritable cornucopia of nicknames. Tune in and get a competitor's eye view of how raw powerlifing differs from conventional lifting. Are you man (or woman) enough to go RAW? ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 01 Sep 2011 07:01:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob and Phil lay down fact and opinion on whether or not overtraining in strength sports is a real phenomenon. Some trendy Internet gurus and coaches may have you believing it's not and that you're just a wus - that Olympic style three-a-days should be your ticket to bodybuilding hugeness. Then again, some guys you know may actually be wussies and use supposed overtraining as an excuse to do curls in the squat rack and spend all their time surfing Internet forums. What does it really take to overtrain? What are the symptoms? Can you train and adapt recovery ability itself over time?. Tune in and get the scoop. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 25 Aug 2011 07:01:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org During a first tech-glitchy attempt at an on-site simulcast between podcasting and YouTube, Lonnie, Rob and Phil talk to gym owner Jim Hearon about the ups and downs of owning a real gym in the midst of trends and swinging economies. Is it better to go low-cost and high-volume or vice versa? How important are in-the-gym supplement sales these days? And to the point, how does a gym owner or trainer use modern marketing tools to get ahead of the 24-hour facilities in every corner of America? Should we be Tweeting, Facebooking or surfing forums to get our message out? And what's on the horizon with web 3.0? Tune in for some experienced - yet modernized - thoughts. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 18 Aug 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L is on the road and calling in to Iron Radio Headquarters. The poor audio of his lame little cell phone and laptop are evident. The guys nonetheless share news on what they're up to, what new research says about different proteins' ability to jack metabolism, and whatever else comes to mind. The talk turns to powerlifting and the natural bodybuilders who have been coming out of the woodwork with some hefty claims of 700-plus deads and 400-plus bench presses. Are these relatively little bodybuilder dudes legit? Listen to what the guys have to say. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 11 Aug 2011 07:00:23 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Fortress and Phil learn about steroids and the law from specialty lawyer Rick Collins. Brace yourself for some frank discussion on how the law compares and contrasts with true ethical principles, why politicians have special vitriol for anabolic steroid users (when booze and cigarettes are so rampant and destructive), and what documentaries and real surveys have to say about steroid use. Will anabolics make you fly into a rage and slap your grandma within seconds of ingestion? On the flip side, will they make a kid look jacked without effort or risks in a matter of mere weeks? What do Ben Affleck and Captain America have to do with all this? Tune in and find out as the guys get controversial. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 04 Aug 2011 07:02:27 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Fortress and Lonnie learn about Highland Games competitions from champion athlete Larry Brock. How do Highland Games differ from Strongman contests? How important is sheer body weight? Does skill or strength reign supreme? Grab a stout beer, tune in, and find out why kilts are truly man-garb. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 28 Jul 2011 07:00:07 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Fortress and Lonnie talk to olympic lifter and mom Tamara Cohene. She gives insight and opinion on women in olympic lifting, which goals might serve women better than leanness, and how misguided the fitness industry has become. How does a 30-something mom reclaim her athletic body and sense of satisfaction? Should everyone try running to get back in shape first? What should be your first goal, man or woman, regarding competitions? Tune in and find out! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 21 Jul 2011 07:03:08 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Phil and Fortress talk to exercise physiologist and sports supplement expert Dr. Tim Ziegenfuss. The chat ranges from new understandings of body fat's active role in metabolism to supplemental concentrates from curry powder, blueberries and more. Surprising pharmaceutical-like effects are being clarified. We learn and go behind the scenes. What does Tim's supplement lab do? What's his role with Biotest Laboratories? What's in HIS supplement cabinet? Tune in and find out! ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 14 Jul 2011 07:00:01 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil and Lonnie jump right into the topic of the day with kick-arse powerlifter Dave Tate. This guy is as smart as he is huge. What six factors determine training success? How much do the three mental factors matter? Find out! Also get in on the discussion as Dave goes Jedi with some Yoda-like advice to live by! Additional tidbits include how how Dave himself handles the pre-gym psych-up, how to transition between powerlifting and bodybuilding, and using caution with your training progressions. Sweet. Note, some potty mouth language ensues; kids please leave the room. ***PS IronRadio is now jointly airing on PRIMAL FM on Saturday nights; your radio is no longer safe. Rock on!*** 07 Jul 2011 07:02:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org In the first half of the show, Lonnie, Rob and Phil talk shop on how to deal with injuries, then share athletic and industry news of all sorts. Who's sponsoring whom? Will we be eating bugs in our protein bars soon? Why is Phil going to get ripped? (Yes... Phil... ripped.) What juicy new knowledge got spilled at last weekend's sports nutrition (ISSN) meeting in Las Vegas? Find out! In the second half, the guys talk about what they take to the gym - and wonder what's in the Iron Radio listeners' gym bags as well. (What IS in your gym bag, anyway?) Plus, stick around after the show for brief select quotes and reporting direct from the ISSN event in Vegas. Our science-riddled post-show audio covers why meat rules, new ways to dose creatine, what beta-alanine is all about, what high-protein diets really do to us, and what supplements affect metabolic flexibility. Check out http://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org for so much more! 29 Jun 2011 07:01:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org After some brief news from the muscle world and from nutritional geekdom, Fortress and Dr. Lowery interview natural pro bodybuilder Doug Miller and his colleague and coathor Glen Ellmers. How does one go about writing a book on something as broad as biology for the bodybuilding audience? Considering genetic differences, how does a successful bodybuilder share his secrets in any useful way? What are these guys' suggestions for using biology to get huge and lean out? Find out! Plus tons more on choosing a natural league in which to compete, length and severity of contest dieting, and various training splits. 22 Jun 2011 07:04:17 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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! 15 Jun 2011 07:00:16 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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! 08 Jun 2011 07:02:26 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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! 01 Jun 2011 07:00:36 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 25 May 2011 07:07:47 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 18 May 2011 07:01:49 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 11 May 2011 07:00:22 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 05 May 2011 07:02:51 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 27 Apr 2011 07:00:50 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 20 Apr 2011 07:09:57 GMT http://www.ironradio.org 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!*** 14 Apr 2011 07:05:50 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie and Fortress (a little) talk to postdoc-trained sports nutrition authority Joey Antonio about some of the "sacred cows" (myths and dogma) surrounding dietary supplements. Are they truly reserved for use only after one's diet is pristine? Does industry corrupt or enable proper research on sports supplements? Do professional sports nutrition groups work together enough to help the public on these issues? Time to get the skinny! ***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!*** 06 Apr 2011 07:05:55 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Rob and Lonnie talk to physical therapist and strength coach Kelly Starrett about simple things that simultaneously enhance self care AND surprisingly add up to boost your lifts. Can you really do simple but critical things that boost performance as soon as tomorrow or even in just a few hours? What's a common feature of ergogenic interventions, from creatine to sodium ingestion to glycerol to carb loading to anabolic steroids? Listen and learn! ***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!*** 30 Mar 2011 07:00:58 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Jon talk to The king of the bench press, Scott Mendelson. From support gear to accessory work to technique to some harsh words for the Westside lifters, Scott lays it down. Tune in to hear from one of the best bench pressers in history. ***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, like JR, Jon, and Seth, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! Your mugs are on the way!*** 23 Mar 2011 07:02:24 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Rob and Lonnie talk to Coach John Davies about true functional training. How much do traditional weight room movements transfer into on-the-field performance? What does functional training boil down to and how do you incorporate it? Have you been bamboozled by corporate influence, causing you to miss the point? The truth is simpler than you think! Tune in for some great education, consumer advocacy and opinion. ***Finally, we'd like to start a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members, like JR, Jon, and Seth, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! Your mugs are on the way!*** 16 Mar 2011 07:04:40 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob and Phil catch up with natural pro bodybuilders Layne Norton and Ben Hartman, despite Skype's inability to obey our commands. Then Ben educates us on how the term -natural- differs from terms like legal, drug tested, etc. What equals natural? How do natural bodybuilders prepare differently for a competition? How do they make money, if any, from their sport? Tune in and find out! ***Finally, we'd like to start a new section here in our feed notes - appreciation of deserving listeners. Here's a hearty thanks to some of our newest supporting members, like JR, Jon, and Seth, for stepping up to help us improve Internet media for bodybuilders and strength athletes. Fifty thanks, guys! Your mugs are on the way!*** 09 Mar 2011 07:01:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Anyone in the iron game should listen closely to this guest for their own sake. Rob, Phil and Lonnie talk with bodybuilding legend Bill Pearl, now 80 years old, about how society perceives bodybuilders, whether or not the opinions are correct, and how bodybuilders should handle themselves. Bill also touches on his master work - a book on strength and muscle building throughout human history. Bill, thank you sir, for being a hero to us all. 02 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org After some breaking news blurbs, Lonnie, Rob and Jon Mike nominate some of the least legitimate and cheesiest things in the fitness industry for Iron Radio Schincter Awards. What's the cheesiest advertisement we've seen or heard? Which dietary supplements or pieces of exercise equipment are laughable? What embarrassing events have happened in bodybuilding that are worthy of tounge-in-cheek derision? Tune in and find out! 23 Feb 2011 07:03:39 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil fills in for us all with a special insider scoop and interview! Jesse Burdick reveals juicy secrets behind the Get-swole 72 supplement breakthrough! Don't be afraid of gaining four inches on your guns in a few days. 16 Feb 2011 07:00:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob (Fortress) and Lonnie answer a question specific to powerlifting... What exactly is competitive status? From performance classifications (Elite, Masters, Class I, II, III, IV) to drugs, to support gear, a ton of info. gets shared. Can YOU compete and break into one of these powerlifting categories? Can you go to the top of them without drugs OR gear? Time to get an idea. Opinions and science fly everywhere in this episode, as usual. ***THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR*** 09 Feb 2011 07:00:54 GMT http://www.ironradio.org After some breaking news blurbs, Lonnie, Rob and Phil spill the beans about their own origins and motivations. How and why did these salty dogs and veteran competitors become "lifers"? What moves someone from his or her initial exposure to lifting, toward fully embracing the lifestyle? There are some commonalities that you may identify with! 02 Feb 2011 07:01:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob and Phil talk about the hidden intangibles of training in the iron game. Questions abound! What are these skills? Can they help you determine when to push forward versus call it a day in the gym? Will they ever help you decide when to eat big, pick a competition date, or train around an injury? Can YOU develop these skills of bodily and psychological hyper-perception? Get these questions answered in a way that can't be found on the pages of a magazine or textbook. (We do not get hokey but instead try to explain with anecdotes and professional opinions.) 26 Jan 2011 07:01:18 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Lonnie talk with champion powerlifter Chad Aichs. This dude is outrageously strong - 1000+ lb. squats, 800+ lb. bench presses and other insanity. How does he do it? Partly it's proper form - and he's not kidding when he says this. How do you get form like this giant powerhouse? Who do you turn to and who do you avoid? Listen and learn. Plus, we discuss how this relates to bodybuilding and regular gym goers who just want to be big and strong. 19 Jan 2011 07:04:49 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob and Vegas-Phil talk with physicist-turned-physiologist John Keifer. He discusses his background and his diet books. Can you really get ripped gulping down doughnuts at night? How on earth would THAT happen? Find out if this approach to dieting is beautiful or bupkiss! Also tune in to learn the truth about how energy balance -calories in versus calories out- actually operates in the real world. This could answer why you're not gaining or losing as planned! 12 Jan 2011 07:00:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk with Coach Ian King about his background, his thoughts on the fitness industry versus athletics and on the obsession with leanness and how it can be a problem in sports, including bodybuilding itself! How ripped should YOU be? Are the Americans leading the whole bloody world down the primrose path of abs-at-all-costs? Find out! Note: Please forgive the change in audio quality about minute 28; a Skype glitch altered the recording process but with Ian's help we emerged victorious! 06 Jan 2011 07:09:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Again on the road, we forge onward. Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk about compteting and about past and future guests as they do a year-end funds drive. In a sense we are like Public Radio; please help us stay on the air by going to www.IronRadio.org and clicking the DONATE button. And a big Holiday Thank You for helping us grow so much! 31 Dec 2010 07:00:34 GMT http://www.ironradio.org We made it! This Holiday episode was patched together RAW and UNCUT on the road with a little netbook. Such is our mania. Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk to power athlete Jesse Burdick about drop sets, among other stuff. Then we do a year-end funds drive. In a sense we are like Public Radio; please help us stay on the air by going to www.IronRadio.org and clicking the DONATE button. And a big Holiday Thank You for helping us grow so much! 24 Dec 2010 07:04:44 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Jon Mike and Lonnie answer the question, What exactly equals competitive status in amateur powerlifting and strongman? Textbook science on physical strength norms from the average population get compared to more rigorous rules of thumb for competitors. Are YOU strong enough to compete? Find out! Also check out a new, second part of the show from Phil and Mark Bell on power sport events.***THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR*** 17 Dec 2010 07:01:14 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob hear from Johnny -Pain- Schaeffer. He talks about his background, garage lifting, injuries, etc. Then there's some discussion on how much frequency and volume are really needed for rapid physical change. There's a difference between overtraining and just being a wus. ***NOTE: We are about to start our Winter Iron Radio fund raiser / donation drive. In a sense we are like Public Radio; please help us stay on the air by going to www.IronRadio.org and clicking the DONATE button. Thanks - fifty times!*** 09 Dec 2010 07:09:31 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk with one brave and positive dude - Geoff Starling. He's a trainer and professional coordinator of other trainers but also a man who's bounced back from some major surgeries. Feeling a little sorry for yourself for having been injured or ill? It's natural but you can also rise above it... like Geoff. 02 Dec 2010 07:01:11 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk shop with strength coach Danny John. Find out what prinicples make Dan such a popular - and successful - coach and speaker. For those few who don't know about Dan, now you will. This guy is the kind of authentic mentor and coach to whom we would like our own sons exposed. It's mostly just gym talk this time around but that's the point! Not everyone lives in a place where power sports and bodybuilding are popular enough to supply this kind of thing. Surrounding yourself with positive, informed gym buddies is as easy as downloading the show. 18 Nov 2010 07:00:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk shop with powerlifter and new magazine editor Mark Bell. First he talks about his background and his new invention. Then we talk journalism in the strength world. How does a magazine begin? How does one get it distributed in big retail stores? Can powerlifting and bodybuilding coexist on its pages? Find out! Also, academically minded listeners should surf to Iron Radio.org and check out a NEW listener commentary by sociology grad student Jaya Dixit. 11 Nov 2010 07:14:11 GMT http://www.ironradio.org This time, Lonnie, Phil and Rob talk to newly-minted PhD Layne Norton about his background in bodybuilding and his lab experiences with protein and the amino acid leucine. Listen-in for tips on how to use this protein-synthetic amino acid properly, right from the horse's mouth. Also, academically minded listeners should surf to Iron Radio.org and check out a NEW listener commentary by sociology grad student Jaya Dixit. 04 Nov 2010 07:18:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org NOTE - Audio quality is low this time but we are MOVING THIS SHOW TO SKYPE IN NOVEMBER. Tune in for far better audio quality as soon as we get Fortress to buy a mic headset. This time, Phil, Rob and Lonnie talk to strongman David Whitley about the history of strongmen and about training principles versus training methods. Also, academically minded listeners should surf to Iron Radio.org and check out a NEW listener commentary by sociology grad student Jaya Dixit. 28 Oct 2010 07:00:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Phil, and Fortress talk to T-Nation Editor Chris Shugart about his latest - and dramatic - take on near-fasting while preserving muscle mass. Is there a way to actually feel okay while eating almost nothing, all the while torching fat and leaving hard-won muscle alone? Listen to the conversation and you decide! Plus, listen to the announcement at the end of the show about our final week of the Most Intersting Contest in the World. Prizes like Iron Radio mugs and pricey nutrition textbooks could be yours. Finally, academically minded listeners should surf to Iron Radio.org and check out a NEW listener commentary by sociology grad student Jaya Dixit. 24 Oct 2010 07:08:18 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Fortress talk to an Iron Radio listener about addressing simultaneous fat loss and strength goals. Which takes precedence? Which comes first? Find out what we think about training, diet, personal approaches to goal setting, etc. There are also news blurbs about exercise and nutrition conferences and other online info. 14 Oct 2010 07:00:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Phil and Fortress talk to researcher and doctoral candidate Mike Nelson about how the body adapts toward carbohydrate versus fat usage. Is it best to metabolize both with equal ease? Diet and exercise methods for teaching the body to lean in one direction or the other get discussed. There are also news blurbs about exercise and nutrition conferences and other online info. 07 Oct 2010 07:01:19 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Iron Radio is brief this week but we weren't about to serve up nothing on our 75th episode. Listen in for news and announcements ranging from competitions to business to upcoming meetings to research on caffeine. 30 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Iron Radio this week comes to you on SATURDAY, live from the Mr. Olympia weekend in Las Vegas with special guest and industry scientist, David Barr. The live reporting and conversation range from behind-the-scenes info. from the strongman scene to bodybuilding to supplements to various vendors and after-hours parties. The episode will be published on iTunes and Podcast Alley, as always, following the live show. 25 Sep 2010 07:07:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Dr. L simply announces that Iron Radio this week will not be Thursday but SATURDAY, live from the Mr. Olympia weekend in Las Vegas. Tune in via our live call (see our Facebook page for details) Saturday, Sept. 25 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Phil will be reporting and should have a few guests as well as updates on the various competitions. The episode will be published on iTunes and Podcast Alley, as always, following the live show. 23 Sep 2010 07:04:43 GMT http://www.ironradio.org We don't often use machines, but when we do we prefer... Rob, Phil and Dr. L talk shop about the most interesting gym machines they've come across in their travels. What weirdness is good and not so good? What does research say about injuries on machines versus free weights? When does Phil use wrist straps? How often does Fortress sleaze around the leg extension machine? Get in on our discussion ***AND WIN STUFF*** by calling us at 206-203-3798 and telling us what YOU prefer. Let other listeners drink from the fountain of your experience. Stay thirsty, my friends. 16 Sep 2010 07:00:53 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob and Phil talk with exercise physiologist and nutrition professional Graeme Thomas about how nutrition and exercise science get twisted around, somewhere between the original (good) science and the mistaken public message that consumers receive. Frustrated folks who are calorie counters are a good example. What else in the modern world could be making us fat? How do you narrow-down which nutrients help versus harm you or how to train? Find out. 09 Sep 2010 07:01:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie, Rob and Charles talk about eating for strength and size like a bull's (a Fortress analogy). How much does it take? How is Fortress chowing his way to over 290 pounds and how is Lonnie approaching a clean bulk toward 215, knowing he's 41 and the fat will have to come off come January? Why is Phil unafraid of buckets of barbeque? Learn how to eat for size and even pull back on gym time without fear and fret. ***NOTE: Have you noticed? Iron Radio.org now records live on THURSDAYS at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. This will not affect those who tune in to the pre-recorded shows via iTunes or Podcast Alley. 02 Sep 2010 07:08:14 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk with Physical Therapist Gray Cook, this time about adding functional movement screens to fitness assessments - and later in the show also about strength professional scope of practice and referrals. ***NOTE: Have you noticed? Iron Radio.org now records live on THURSDAYS at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. This will not affect those who tune in to the pre-recorded shows via iTunes or Podcast Alley. 26 Aug 2010 07:00:23 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie and Phil talk with doctoral student and strongman athlete Jonathan Mike about the science and application of various weekly training regimes. Surely intermediate and advanced guys cannot exercise their whole body every day. So what comes next? And how much of what we do has a real scientific basis? There's a specific focus on the number of days per week one should lift. We also discuss how to divide up your week - by specific body parts and muscle groups versus splits based on various exercise movements and strongman field events. ***ALSO NOTE: IronRadio.org will has moved to recording live episodes on THURSDAYS. This will not affect those who tune in to the pre-recorded shows via iTunes or Podcast Alley. 19 Aug 2010 07:02:22 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Phil and Charles discuss what its like to actually compete in various strength sports. This one can be helpful for listeners intrigued but not experienced at strength and bodybuilding competitions. From the initial trigger to get competitive to jitters the night before to how we look at the competition, to how frequently we think one should compete, there's lots of first hand advice and information here. Listen for a little smart alek Arnold parody when Dr. L gets romantic notions about his competitions. ***ALSO NOTE: IronRadio.org will be moving to recording live episodes on THURSDAYS starting at the end of August. This will not affect those who tune in to the pre-recorded shows via iTunes or Podcast Alley. 13 Aug 2010 07:00:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Lonnie and Rob talk to Naturopath Garrett Smith about a theoretical relationship between nightshade plant foods like tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant or hot pepper and joint pain and inflammation. (Many lifters are familiar with joint pain! Could you be genetically susceptible to this potential dietary influence?) This is a controversial topic that crops up every so often among lay audiences and actual mechanisms behind any problems with these fruits and veg are unknown. Plus, there are good things about these foods like potassium, fiber and even prevention of prostate cancer, so keep an open but critical mind. Lots of speculation and anecdotal evidence in this episode on a possible connection that has little documentation in the scientific literature. 06 Aug 2010 07:07:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob and Lonnie answer the question, What exactly equals competitive status in amateur bodybuilding? Hard science on physical size norms from competitors and pragmatic opinions on competitive size and cred are discussed. Are YOU big enough to compete? Find out! THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 30 Jul 2010 07:00:14 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Rob and Lonnie stroll down memory lane with Brian Moss, about the essence of bodybuilding in the 70s, 80s and 90s, the popularity of Better Bodies Gym (remember those shirts?), and tales from backstage and in the photography studio. 23 Jul 2010 07:01:11 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Phil and Rob chat with exercise-nutrition-lifestyle entrepreneur John Berardi about his background in strength sports and about tips for others wanting to get into the healthy lifestyle business. Mission statements, marketing, education, competitive cred and other important considerations get discussed. 16 Jul 2010 07:00:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie, and Phil get carried away with some gym talk, then get down to the gritty business of discussing first hand tales of the dietary supplement industry. If you're a supplement enthusiast, some of these true tales and consumer tips are must-listens. 09 Jul 2010 07:01:40 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie, Phil and Charles talk with Dr. Mauro DiPasquale about carb phases throughout each week and about how powerlifting has progressed - or not - over the years. PLUS, we announce the winner of our June Nutrition Stories contest! 02 Jul 2010 07:08:40 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Charles, Phil and Fortress learn from world-famous Dr. Peter Lemon (Lonnie's former mentor) about his recent research on vibration training, high-intensity interval training for fat loss, fish oils, protein and more. Dr. Lemon then offers tips on hosting your own public symposium for nutrition and exercise enthusiasts. PLUS, listen as Lonnie and Fortress discuss details on our Summer Nutrition Stories contest! 25 Jun 2010 07:00:40 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Charles, Lonnie, Phil and Fortress talk with Alwyn Cosgrove about the gym and personal training business. There is also a bonus segment at the end on what alcohol does to muscle tissue and hormones. PLUS, listen as Lonnie and Fortress discuss details on our Summer Nutrition Stories contest! 18 Jun 2010 07:10:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Charles and Fortress talk with Bryan Kavanagh about everything from fat loss to martial arts to alcohol to breaking training rules on purpose. Also listen as Fortress announces details on our Summer Nutrition Stories contest! 11 Jun 2010 07:00:02 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Charles and Fortress discuss the training of women with Rachel Cosgrove. Also listen as Fortress announces details on our Summer Nutrition Stories contest! 04 Jun 2010 07:02:32 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Charles and Fortress discuss personal training in small groups with their Crossfit guests. 28 May 2010 07:00:33 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Fortress, Charles and Lonnie discuss whey protein and big eating using whole foods for muscular gains. 21 May 2010 07:00:40 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Charles and Fortress discuss a listener email about the "you know" aspects we sometimes take for granted, like the definition of fitness, fundamental exercise prescription, eating to support your training, protecting yourself as a fitness consumer, etc. PLUS, at the end of the episode the guys share crazy gym stories they've seen over the years. 14 May 2010 07:03:41 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Charles, Lonnie, Phil and Fortress discuss a listener email question about overcoming barriers when starting to transform your body and embark on a path to greatness. All kinds of tips here on goal setting, motivation, rewarding yourself and more. 07 May 2010 07:07:47 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Finally Dr. L has finished editing the complete presentation logging his travels to Japan and Thailand; plenty of nutrition science here from the ICN International Conference (coffee, leucine, protein, etc.) along with food logs and other stuff. Photos and a full article can be found in the article library at www.ironradio.org. If you've wondered what it is like to undertake science travel check out this 45 min. episode. THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 30 Apr 2010 07:00:24 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Charles, Phil, Rob and Lonnie interview Robert Dos Remedios about his background and lifestyle as well as his thoughts on vegetarian strength training. 23 Apr 2010 07:01:44 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Charles, Phil and Rob interview Dr. Michael Hartman about the field of exercise science and how it relates to coaching. Also listen as Fortress finally announces the winners of our TRIVIA CONTEST! 16 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob interviews Nathan and Scott, the forces behind the new Muscle Insider magazine. Also listen as Fortress nitpicks over the winners of our 50th EPISODE TRIVIA CONTEST! 09 Apr 2010 07:07:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie, Phil and Charles talk to pro strongman athlete Derek Poundstone about his training, eating, favorite events and more. Also listen at the end for last minute details on our 50th EPISODE TRIVIA CONTEST! 02 Apr 2010 07:02:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie, Phil and Charles ponder why seemingly all males believe they can lift properly. Also listen in for last minute details on our TRIVIA CONTEST! 26 Mar 2010 07:07:07 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, and guest host Jon Mike, talk with supplement scientist Anthony Almada. Listen in for details on our TRIVIA CONTEST 19 Mar 2010 07:04:02 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with bodybuilder Mario Mavrides once more. 12 Mar 2010 07:04:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with kettle bell informational product developers Brett Jones and Gray Cooke about get-ups and Gray's awesome hair. 05 Mar 2010 07:05:30 GMT http://www.ironradio.org This week Dr. L and doc student Jon Mike finish their discussion of what may be the stickiest listener question ever: How bad are anabolic steroids, really?; THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 26 Feb 2010 07:04:44 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Charles, Rob and Phil talk with strength and nutrition science bloggers Mike Nelson and Sean Casey about What blogs do for Internet fitness culture, why their niche content is great, how to create and search for them, and how to network a blog to get your word out. 19 Feb 2010 07:01:01 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Charles, Rob and Phil talk with popular powerlifter Jim Wendler about structuring routines and more; listener Q and A follows. 12 Feb 2010 07:04:04 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie and Rob talk with scientist Nick Burd about the single best lifting intensity and number of sets to max-out protein synthesis (muscle gains). 06 Feb 2010 07:01:01 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with the minds behind this retro approach to building size. 29 Jan 2010 07:00:30 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with track and field - and physique - expert Ian Graham about Irish and global fitness and eating trends. 22 Jan 2010 07:02:30 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Bonus Episode! This week Dr. L and doc student Jon Mike continue to answer what may be the stickiest listener question ever: How bad are anabolic steroids, really?; THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR (Iron Radio had technical glitches this week.) 16 Jan 2010 07:07:44 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil review 2009 and a whole decade of bests and worsts in the sports nutrition and strength industry. 08 Jan 2010 07:00:30 GMT http://www.ironradio.org This week Dr. L and doc student Jon Mike start to answer what may be the stickiest listener question ever: How bad are anabolic steroids, really?; THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 12 Dec 2009 07:07:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with powerlifter Jason Pegg about his training, about optimal training session length and even about politics! 11 Dec 2009 07:03:30 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Internet bodybuilding veteran Chris Shugart about the state of things on the web. Tons of tips in this episode, too! 27 Nov 2009 07:04:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with bodybuilding legend Bill Pearl! A must-listen for young guys who want to learn what bodybuilding is really about from the master. 12 Nov 2009 07:07:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with strength industry veteran and gym owner Mark Rippetoe. 30 Oct 2009 07:04:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with bodybuilder Mario Mavrides. 23 Oct 2009 07:02:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org This week a special edition E vs. E will include travelogue updates from a research trip to Bangkok, Thailand; THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 09 Oct 2009 07:02:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with training expert Josh Henkin about odd lifting implements, among other stuff. 18 Sep 2009 07:03:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with weightlifter Sarah Robles about her background and about weekly frequency in the gym. 10 Sep 2009 07:02:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with bodybuilders Chris Drummond and Mario Mavrides about repetition speed. 04 Sep 2009 07:06:20 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Charles and Rob talk with Super Human Radio host Carl Lanore about his thoughts on recent research and metabolic health and wellness. 28 Aug 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Phil, Charles and Rob talk with expert trainer Keats Snideman about training muscle groups "on both sides at once" or more singularly. 21 Aug 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Lonnie talk with trainer Nia Shanks about her powerlifting and about individualizing one's lifting and eating. 7 Aug 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Charles talk with Facebook listeners. 31 Jul 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Lonnie, Phil and Charles talk with competitor Ben Hartman about his background and about muscle sports in rec centers. 24 Jul 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Charles talk with Jimmy Smith about the psychology of lifting and other goodness. 17 Jul 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Phil and Charles talk with coach Dan John about his new book and his philosophies on simplicity. 10 Jul 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Phil and Charles talk with journalist Lou Schuler about his background and about bodybuilding media. 26 Jun 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Phil and Lonnie talk with Mike Robertson about his strength coaching and about mobility in strength sports. 19 Jun 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with NASM-certifed "lifestyle helper" Leigh Peele about about whether the fitness industry is degrading or improving. 12 Jun 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk about when and how to schedule squatting and deadlifting sessions. 5 Jun 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, and Charles talk with Keith shimon about massage therapy and self care during strength training. 29 May 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Chiropractor Jon Portman about lasers, subconscious limits, and about pain. NOTE: Controversial, explorational chiropractic techniques herein. 22 May 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Swager Strength guys about their business and about strongman training relative to other sports 15 May 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Pat about his new business and about realistic weight gain efforts 8 May 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Nick about his exploration of training methods and about people's relationship with exercise 1 May 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk about training for health and longevity vs competition 17 Apr 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Charles and Phil talk with Troy Anderson about his business, and about training around injuries 17 Apr 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Dave Tate about his business, and about keeping one's diet and training simple 10 Apr 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Mike Nelson about his research, and about periodizing one's training 4 Apr 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Shawn Phillips about his web site, book and life, and about setting up training systems 27 Mar 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with John Godina about his facility for shot put athletes, and about behavior-based goal setting 20 Mar 2009 07:04:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Cass Forsythe about her research, recent books and about psyching up for the gym 13 Mar 2009 07:02:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Hardcore Gym Owner Pep Wahl about why his gym churns out champions and about how to recover from heavy training 6 Mar 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Baseball's strength expert Jon Doyle and about different ways to look at physical activity 27 Feb 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with Burrito Diet author Matt Lisk about his book and about getting strong as a means to hypertrophy... 20 Feb 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with cross-training strength athlete DJ Satterfield about his new hybrid organization and about Bigorexia... 13 Feb 2009 07:05:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk with industry insider David Barr about his new books and (tongue-in-cheek) how to get fat... 6 Feb 2009 07:33:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org The FIRST episode! Lonnie, Rob, Charles and Phil talk about the need for straight athletic talk, science versus real life training, consumer advocacy, unrealistic expectations versus appreciating real progress, Rob's abs and Phil on YouTube... 30 Jan 2009 07:17:10 GMT http://www.ironradio.org A NEW episode, professor vs powerlifter answering whether heavy lifting can be done over age 40; THIS IS NOT THE FLAGSHIP IRON RADIO PODCAST, BUT A DIFFERENT SHOW THAT WILL SOMETIMES APPEAR 9 Jan 2009 07:17:02 GMT http://www.ironradio.org