Iron Culture presented by MASS

In this episode, Eric Trexler and Eric Helms discuss the latest updates in resistance training research, the evolution of training principles since 2009, and practical applications for trainers and athletes. They explore key points from the new ACSM position stand, the importance of training frequency, volume, and specificity, and reflect on how scientific understanding has advanced over the years. In this engaging discussion, Eric Trexler and Eric Helms explore the evolution of training philosophies, hypertrophy research, and practical applications for lifters. They reflect on past training trends, dissect scientific findings, and share insights on optimizing workout strategies for strength and muscle growth.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
07:37 The new ACSM Position Statement
17:50 Overview
34:47 Key findings
37:44 The Impact of Training Frequency on Strength
44:45 The Role of Volume in Strength Training
59:12 Training For Hypertrophy & Proximity to Failure
01:09:17 Eccentric Training
01:12:57 How Perspectives About Training to Failure Have Changed
01:19:08 The Role of Structured Training Programs
01:25:06 The Evolution of Fitness Communities
01:30:25 "Power Training"
01:39:05 Wrapping Up

Join us for an in-depth discussion with Steve Hall & Eric Helms on supplement testing, polygraph use in bodybuilding, sleep optimization, and the power of acceptance in training and life. 

This episode offers practical insights for natural bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts looking to optimize health, performance, and mental resilience.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection
02:09 Understanding Supplementation and Third-Party Testing
08:04 Microplastics and Health Concerns
09:58 The Importance of Third-Party Testing for Competitors
15:59 The Risks of Supplements and Marketing Influence
21:56 Polygraphs in Natural Bodybuilding
30:06 Navigating False Positives in Polygraph Testing
37:11 The Stress of Competition and Polygraph Testing
38:45 Personal Struggles with Lifestyle Constraints
40:59 Sleep Quality Challenges and Optimization
43:41 Navigating Workload and Recovery
45:01 Injury Management and Training Adjustments
50:14 Mental Strategies for Performance and Recovery
58:56 Acceptance and Its Role in Bodybuilding and Life

In this episode, Eric Trexler and Eric Helms delve into the complexities of scientific research integrity, recent controversies in nutrition studies, and debunk common myths in health and fitness. They emphasize the importance of transparency, ethics, and critical thinking in science and everyday beliefs. In this episode, Eric Helms and Eric Trexler debunk popular myths in psychology, medicine, and animal behavior, exploring the science behind Stockholm syndrome, the hungry judge effect, stress ulcers, sugar hyperactivity, and the Stanford Prison Experiment. They emphasize critical thinking and scientific rigor in understanding complex topics.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:23 Update on LDL Research Controversy
14:30 "Ethics" in the Research Context
26:45 Conspiratorial thinking and communication in science/research
29:45 Pop Science Myths and Misconceptions
39:25 Debunking Learning Styles
48:17 Debunking Stockholm Syndrome
1:02:04 Debunking the "Hungry Judges Study"
1:07:53 Stress Ulcers: The Complex Truth Behind a Common Belief
01:13:42 Debunking the "Sugar Rush" Myth
01:25:23 Other Popular Myths and Misconceptions

In this episode, Eric Helms and Eric Trexler explore the complexities of food labeling, energy absorption, and the impact of food choices on energy balance. They discuss a recent lawsuit against David protein bars, delve into scientific research on metabolizable energy, and practical strategies for dieting and food selection.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Updates
08:16 The David Protein Bar Lawsuit
21:43 Labeling Complications and Nutritional Misunderstandings
25:25 The Impact of TEF, Fiber, and Resistant Starches
34:00 The Impact of the Specific Food Matrix
37:22 More Research on Dietary Intake Versus Absorption
40:06 Nuances Behind Calories In vs Calories Out
47:00 Tracking Variable Foods Versus Keeping Food Choices Consistent (IIFYM/Flexible Dieting Implications)
57:06 The Case for "Eating Clean" Within a Flexible Dieting Framework

Editorial note: 
We recorded this episode on March 4. This is an important detail for contextualizing the timeline of events discussed in this episode, as well as our understanding of the matter at the time of recording. 
Since we recorded this episode, the paper discussed has been officially retracted. We will provide additional updates on this story as they become available.
 
Episode summary:
Join Eric Trexler and Eric Helms as they dissect the chaotic rollout of a controversial study on LDL cholesterol and lean mass hyper responders, explore issues in science communication, and debate the integrity of research in the age of social media.

If you're in the market for some new lifting gear or apparel, be sure to use code "MRR10" at elitefts.com for a 10% discount
 
Chapters
00:00 Intro
09:18 Social media dust-up
17:27 Revisiting the "Lean Mass Hyper Responder Study"
23:25 New controversy surrounding the study
33:14 Investigations regarding data integrity
41:43 Historical Context: NUSI and Its Implications
50:55 Steelmanning the argument
55:22 Potential issues with the "citizen science" movement
01:01:50 The death of expertise and the future of science communication