In this episode of Iron Culture presented by MASS, Dr. Eric Helms and Dr. Eric Trexler dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering updates on the long-awaited 3rd edition of the Muscle & Strength Pyramids, the writing process at MASS, and their recent frustrations with pseudoscientific claims in fitness and health.
They dissect recent content related to eccentric training, ketogenic diets, LDL cholesterol myths, and the fine line between critical thinking and cynicism. Plus, they tackle rapid-fire audience questions on deloading, protein intake, training at short vs. long muscle lengths, and more.
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:43 Muscle and Strength Pyramids Update
7:00 Why the Erics are extra snippy (about popular pseudoscience) in the upcoming issue of MASS
12:00 Keto diets and LDL (new research)
20:20 Why pseudoscience gains popularity
24:00 Cynicism vs. Skepticism
32:09 Paradigm shifts
37:02 Should I deload every 4 weeks?
46:02 Shortened vs. lengthened muscle training
50:37 High protein diets and kidney health question
53:21 Muscle imbalances after injury rehab
61:29 Why do we speak about the thermic effect of feeding so imprecisely? Why not manipulate it with high degree of specificity?
74:17 Hypertrophy rep ranges
74:56 Exercise science study design versus real-world questions
84:54 What's up with microplastics?
93:24 Wrapping up
Popular Podcasts
Fudd Around And Find Out
UConn basketball star Azzi Fudd brings her championship swag to iHeart Women’s Sports with Fudd Around and Find Out, a weekly podcast that takes fans along for the ride as Azzi spends her final year of college trying to reclaim the National Championship and prepare to be a first round WNBA draft pick. Ever wonder what it’s like to be a world-class athlete in the public spotlight while still managing schoolwork, friendships and family time? It’s time to Fudd Around and Find Out!
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
The Breakfast Club
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!