Somedays no matter how good you feel, your workout sucks. That was me yesterday lifting in the Extreme Human Performance Center (aka garage gym). It was safety squat, dips, and rolling thunder (rotating handle/grip strength) day. Tracking your trends can help you figure out why. I got into the gym a bit later than
The other day I talked about the intrinsic process of homeostasis - the ability of your body to hold a specific parameter of physiology within a tight range - despite being exposed to a wide variety of stimulus. The example I used was core body temperature staying very close to 98.6F even when subjected to
In today's episode, I'm talking to you about variability in your training. I'll give something you can apply immediately to increase your performance, build more muscle, and help you avoid injury. Episode Notes The importance of having something you can do for exercise at home
*from www.ironradio.org Starting with listener questions about inconvenient truths in professional journals, and moving on to some scientific literature concerning last week's sodium intake question, the guys then get to the concept of rep speed. When is it bad and when is it good to go fast? Pull up a bench
It appears a few people on el internet were upset as they thought I was dissing on carb cycling chaos via my article on metabolic confusion. Nope. I do like carb cycling for advanced clients. The benefits from it are not from “metabolic confusion” though. In the Flex Diet Cert for the Carbohydrate Intervention, I discuss the
Today's health science news covers a new strength and conditioning book, body characteristics of elite strongmen, and problems with omega-6 vegetable oils. Then the guys address how they handle stressed and exhausted clients who need to perform in the gym. Also, sincere thanks to Fall Funds Drive contributor Fred, as well as strong monthly supporters
It's episode 600! After covering a backlog of mail, reviews, and news, the intrepid triumvirate look back at how the show has changed over the years. Science topics include strength maintenance whilst dieting, nuts and weight gain, keto supplements, and problems with excessive fructose intake. After the mid-show break, a retrospective covers competitive and ideological
*from www.ironradio.org After sharing science news on top fitness food trends, vitamin C as a possible anti-catabolic agent, and sleep apnea, the guys cover a host of listener questions on topics ranging from uncoupling agents and beta-agonists, to super-totals, to dealing with arthritis and tons more. Come on in! Also check out the fall funds
*from www.ironradio.org Join the guys as they talk with powerlifting phenomenon and record breaker, big Dan Bell. From his origin story to competition tales to self-care to pre-meet tapers, plenty gets discussed. Pull up a bench and get in on this! http://www.IronRadio.org https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5Mvf3X1wlE Audio only . . . http://www.ironradio.org/Audio/598IronRadio_Dan_Bell_Powerlifting_Q-and-A.mp3 Enjoy! Dr Mike miketnelson.com
*from www.ironradio.org After sharing some science news on how to prevent muscle loss during deconditioning (hint: fish oils may help!), the guys chat with exercise physiology grad and CrossFit enthusiast, Stephanie Stepp. Tune in for topics like what attracted an educated woman into that world, staying competitive post-college, and tons more. Come on in! http://www.IronRadio.org
