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Mitch and Bart count down the final days before their first-ever powerlifting competition, facing unexpected challenges and embracing their rookie status in a new sport.

• Bart discusses a rib injury that threatens his competition readiness, currently giving him a 70% chance of competing
• Mitch shares his anxiety about wearing a powerlifting singlet and making weight for his class
• Both hosts completed their final heavy training sessions, successfully hitting their first attempt numbers
• Detailed comparison of three Austin powerlifting gyms: Los Campianos, Lift ATX, and Kodiak Strength
• Discussion about proper warm-up strategies for competition day to avoid fatigue while ensuring readiness
• Reflections on the value of trying something new in middle age and not needing to be an expert
• Plans for transitioning to more varied training styles after the competition

Join us Saturday at Game Day Barbell in Pflugerville starting at 12:30 PM if you want to witness our first powerlifting meet in person!

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Bart announces his retirement from boot camp training after a decade, reflecting on the community built and lives changed through fitness programs. The guys explore the challenges of getting visible abs at 40 and debate what sacrifices are worth making for fitness goals.

• Bart is retiring from Camp Gladiator boot camps after 10+ years of training
• Final workout celebration happening Saturday, May 31st at Austin Oaks Church
• Mitch and Bart met through these boot camps, creating a lasting friendship
• Cam Haines' book "Undeniable" is now a New York Times bestseller
• Getting visible abs requires eating less food, not necessarily more ab exercises
• Abs become visible at different body fat percentages: upper abs at 16-17%, full six-pack at 12-13%
• The key question: what are you willing to sacrifice for fitness goals?
• Four elements of success mindset: drive, focus, confidence, and purpose
• External motivation (looking good for an event) vs. internal motivation (deeper purpose)
• Finding balance between fitness goals and other life priorities is essential

Thanks to our sponsors: LiftBig EatBig for all your fitness needs and Solutions Pharmacy for men's health solutions. Visit LiftBigEatBig.com to learn more!

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We return from our short break to discuss Bart's impressive gains in powerlifting and our upcoming competition on June 7th.

• Bart makes significant strength improvements with a focus on technique and programming
• Mitch orders his singlet and powerlifting belt in preparation for June 7th
• We break down projected attempts for squat, bench press, and deadlift
• Bart hopes to squat 300-330lbs, bench press 245lbs with proper pause technique, and deadlift 405-440lbs
• NBA playoff matchups between Knicks and Pacers promise to be exciting
• SGA and star players' foul-baiting tactics make some games difficult to watch
• Mitch discusses his Pick Six betting strategy for the Knicks-Pacers game
• Tom Segura's Netflix show "Bad Thoughts" earns 3.5/5 stars but comes with content warnings

Join us at Game Day Barbell in Pflugerville on June 7th for our powerlifting competition! We'd love to have your support as we squat, bench, and deadlift through our first competition.

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We explore competitive powerlifting as middle-aged fitness enthusiasts, breaking down the key differences between training for strength versus muscle growth, while also touching on NBA playoff predictions and Cam Haines' upcoming book release.

• Discussing current NBA playoff matchups with focus on Lakers-Timberwolves and other key series
• Announcing Cam Haines' new book "Undeniable" coming May 6th, highlighting profiles of extraordinary performers
• Detailed breakdown of a powerlifting competition experience at Lift ATX including judging criteria and competition format
• Preparation strategies for first-time powerlifters including equipment needs and training approaches
• Comparison between bodybuilding and powerlifting training methodologies and their different effects on the body
• How powerlifting principles can improve general fitness training for clients in their 40s and 50s
• The importance of proper form and technique over maximum weight when preparing for competition

Check out Lift Big Eat Big and Solutions Pharmacy, our amazing sponsors who can help with everything from training to hair loss and weight management solutions.

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We uncover the nuts and bolts of maintaining and building muscle in your 40s and 50s through optimized gym workouts. This chapter of life requires smart training strategies as our bodies don't recover as quickly as they once did.

• Seven essential concepts for building muscle past 40 years old
• Creating an effective workout split: push-pull-legs or push-pull-legs-rest-upper-lower-rest
• Selecting the right compound movements for each major muscle group
• Incorporating isolation exercises to increase volume without overloading joints
• Optimal sets per body part per week (12-20 sets depending on experience)
• Managing exertion levels without going to failure on every set (RPE 8-9)
• Eating your body weight in grams of protein daily for recovery
• Prioritizing 7-8 hours of quality sleep, with extra on weekends if possible

Check out the description for more links and visit my YouTube channel, the Mindset Forge, to find videos on Zercher squats, mobility, stretching, and activation exercises for shoulders and hips.

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Patrick O'Connor shares his experiences working with police dogs in the Austin Police Department's canine division, revealing the deep bonds formed with his partners Tex and Murph and the life-saving work they performed together.

• Police dogs work primarily as locating tools with extraordinary scent capabilities that function at parts per billion
• German Shepherds, Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds are selected for their drive, intelligence, and physical abilities
• Handler-dog bonds take 1-3 months to establish with the relationship growing stronger over years of partnership
• Police dogs can reach speeds of 30-35 mph and are often more effective than technology at finding suspects
• The dogs serve as powerful negotiation tools with 97% of arrests occurring without physical engagement
• Dogs undergo extensive training to work in diverse environments and maintain calm during gunfire and chaotic situations
• Retirement is an emotional transition as dogs move from active service to family pets
• The bomb detection unit uses different breeds like Labradors and Spaniels for their specialized capabilities

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James DeLacy shares his expertise on strength training for parents and athletes, revealing why less can sometimes mean more when it comes to building strength.

• Former strength and conditioning coach for professional rugby with a Master's in Sports and Exercise Science
• Father of two young children who fits training around family life in his garage gym
• Acquired the Lift Big Eat Big brand in 2021 to deliver quality strength programming
• Advocates stopping sets 2-4 reps short of failure for optimal strength gains
• Explains velocity-based training where 20-30% velocity loss leads to better strength results than training to failure
• Recommends consistency with even minimal workouts rather than skipping when you can't do everything
• Emphasizes technique development over adding weight, especially for beginners
• Creates programs with ranges to allow for auto-regulation based on how you feel each day
• Suggests variety in training to prevent injuries, particularly for older lifters

Check out Lift Big Eat Big training app, Sweet Science of Fighting, and for coaches working with athletes, visit performance.education.

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Mitch and Bart share their transformative experiences with hair restoration treatments from Solutions Pharmacy, discuss powerlifting progress updates, and swap harrowing spring break vacation stories.

• Remarkable results from a specialized hair restoration cream combining cetrozyte and ribose that activates dormant hair follicles
• The importance of starting hair restoration treatment before complete hair loss occurs
• Bart's strength training progress and the value of complete commitment to a coaching program
• Learning proper powerlifting form, including competition-legal squat depth
• Spring break travel adventures including wine tasting in Napa Valley
• Surviving a Colorado blizzard with the family while trying to find accommodation at 2 AM
• Dodging golf ball-sized hail on Texas highways during the return drive from vacation

Check out Solutions Pharmacy and Lift Big, Eat Big in our show notes. If you like this, please reach out to us. We'd love to talk.

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To Learn more about James and Mona De Lacey's Strength Programs, visit:

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Follow Mitch: http://instagram.com/runwithmitch

Follow Bart: http://instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Follow the Podcast: http://instagram.com/dad_bods_and_dumbbells

Visit Mitch's website: http://Bigboysruntoo.com

Visit Barton's Training Website: http://teambryanwellness.com