Iron Radio: Nutrition Missteps, Travel Tales, and Women's Protein Needs - Episode Recap

Welcome to another episode of Iron Radio! Your hosts, Coach Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery dive into a mix of topics from their personal travel stories to critical insights on sports nutrition and training. This episode highlights a recent study on the effects of protein ingestion in recreationally active young females post-resistance exercise, underscoring that an additional 20 grams of whey or canola protein did not significantly increase muscle protein synthesis rates. The team also reflects on their past training and nutrition mistakes, emphasizing the importance of adequate caloric intake, understanding body signals during training, and the differences in protein needs between men and women. Join them for an engaging discussion, full of practical advice for both lifters and coaches.

00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions

00:33 Travel and Personal Updates

02:47 Research Discussion: Protein Synthesis in Females

12:02 Break and Show Updates

15:07 Main Topic: If I Knew Then What I Know Now

28:54 Closing Remarks and Seasonal Greetings

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Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie