Dr. Mike T Nelson gets geeky with the latest research and scientific findings in the fitness world. Visit www.flexdiet.com to get Flex Diet Certified and www.miketnelson.com for more geeky goodness.
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Iron Radio-Nutrition Radio Network
Coach Phil Stevens, Dr Mike T Nelson, Dr Lonnie Lowery, Coach Barber
A rebooted Iron Radio and archives of Season Two of NutritionRadio.org are here! Stay up on breaking health news, exercise science, food trends, and innovations with professors, coaches, and guest co-hosts. Updated weekly. Legitimate content you trust, from educated, experienced podcasters as passionate as you are.
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Mikkipedia is an exploration in all things health, well being, fitness, food and nutrition. I sit down with scientists, doctors, professors, practitioners and people who have a wealth of experience and have a conversation that takes a deep dive into their area of expertise. I love translating science into a language that people understand, so while some of the conversations will be pretty in-depth, you will come away with some practical tips that can be instigated into your everyday life. I ...
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New episode every Wednesday! Join the Barbell Shrugged crew in conversations about fitness, training, and frequent interviews w/ CrossFit Games athletes!
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If you CrossFit, this is the show for you! The Wodcast Podcast is a fun show about functional fitness hosted by comedian Eddie Ifft. The host is knowledgeable (sometimes), experienced, and love the “sport of fitness.” They blend CrossFit experience and insight with humor, providing meaningful content without taking themselves too seriously. Each week the Wodcast Podcast hosts some of the biggest names in CrossFit including Games athletes, subject matter experts, coaches, fitness professional ...
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The go-to source for the latest cutting-edge science on overcoming fatigue and increasing your energy. The Energy Blueprint podcast brings together the world's leading researchers, doctors, and nutrition and lifestyle experts on the subject of fatigue and energy to help you get your energy back.
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Expanding Metabolic Flexibility: Training for Chaos with Dr. Mike T. Nelson
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Mini Mikkipedia - Supplements: Check the Label, Not the Hype
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26:30A lot of “natural” stress aids aren’t harmless—because they actually work. In this Mini Mikipedia, Mikki breaks down how popular adaptogens and nutrients interact with your HPA axis (the body’s stress-response command centre) and when that’s a blessing versus a blind spot. You’ll learn what the evidence says for ashwagandha, rhodiola, holy basil, p…
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How Do Mitochondria Respond To Health And Disease? | Eric D. Gordon, MD
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1:14:54What if your mitochondria aren't broken, but rather stuck in defense mode? What if chronic illness isn't about damaged cells, but about cells that can't sense safety anymore? Dr. Eric Gordon has spent over 40 years in the trenches of complex chronic illness, working with thousands of patients who didn't fit into conventional medicine's boxes. He's …
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Episode 350: From Halo to Flow: The Future of Brain Performance Tech w/ Erin Lee of Flow Neuroscience
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58:18In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I’m joined by Erin Silver Lee, the CEO of Flow Neuroscience. We dig into some seriously cool stuff — including Flow’s recent acquisition of the Halo device, which uses non-invasive brain stimulation (TDCS) to boost both athletic and mental performance. Erin and I talk about how this tech works, what the cur…
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Gym Culture w/ Kenny Santucci, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #820
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56:19With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself a known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. Brand ambassador for Michelob Ultra and Fitaid, Technogym Master Trainer, host of the Fitaid Morning Show, Michelob Ultra MOVEMENT Fitness Festival, Model Beach Volleyball, and mo…
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Supplement News, Pro-lead, Label Claims & Prep at Home
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47:58Iron Radio Talks Supplements, Protein Powders, and Home Cooking Trends Join Dr. Lonnie Lowery and Dr. Mike T. Nelson on the Iron Radio podcast as they dive into the latest studies and trends in dietary supplements, protein powder contamination, and the resurgence of home cooking. They discuss the intricacies of supplement claims, the validity of co…
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Stronger in Midlife: Holly Nicholson’s Real-World Blueprint
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1:00:29Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com This week on the podcast, Mikki speaks to Hollie Nicholson — trainer, nutrition coach, and creator of the STRONG Method™, a program that’s helped thousands of women over 40 reclaim their confidence, strength, and energy. In th…
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Episode 349: Phys Flex Cert Closes Today, Monday Oct. 20: Expand Your Human Dynamic Range
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29:32In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I dive into practical ways to boost muscle growth, enhance performance, and improve body composition — all within a flexible, health-focused framework. I also talk about my Physiologic Flexibility Certification, which is closing for enrollment soon, and unpack key concepts like Human Dynamic Range (HDR) and…
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Mini Mikkipedia- Calorie Cycling: Smarter Deficits Without Misery
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29:27Calorie cycling isn’t a trick—it’s stress management for your metabolism. In this Mini Micropedia, Mikki explains how sustained restriction can drive adaptive thermogenesis: leptin falls, ghrelin rises, thyroid output dips, NEAT declines, and fat loss stalls. Then she lays out practical cycling options—from simple weekday–weekend shifts to planned …
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Why Hormones Aren't the Boss: The Mitochondrial Truth About Thyroid Health with Dr. Eric Balcavage
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1:00:13In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Eric Balcavage, who is a renowned thyroid health expert and author of the Thyroid Debacle. He also lectures around the country on various health topics including stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine, thyroid dysfunction, methylation dysfunction, and more.…
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Episode 348: Training Physiologic Flexibility with Dr. Mikki Williden
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1:19:27In this episode, I’m sharing a special rebroadcast of my chat with Dr. Mikki Williden all about physiologic flexibility, including how to train your body to handle stress and adapt better. We cover metabolic flexibility, heat and cold exposure, sauna and cold therapy, lactate and buffering systems, plus CO₂ and O₂ tolerance. You’ll learn how these …
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Useful Fitness Standards w/ Dr. Mike Lane, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #819
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54:43In this episode, the team breaks down what it means to build and maintain essential fitness, the baseline level of strength, endurance, and resilience every person should strive for. They discuss how to train efficiently using the minimum effective dose, balancing work, family, and recovery while still progressing. The conversation covers the princ…
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Fruit, Fructose, and the Metabolic Middle Ground with Catherine Crofts (part 2)
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56:48Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com Curranz Supplement: Use code MIKKIPEDIA to get 20% off your first order - go to www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk to order yours This week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Dr CAtherine Crofts in part 2 of their discussion o…
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Episode 347: Phys Flex Cert Opens Today: Build a More Adaptable, Resilient Body
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33:06In this episode, I break down my Physiologic Flexibility Certification — an advanced course designed to help you build a more adaptable, resilient body. I’ll walk you through the four key pillars of human performance: temperature regulation, pH balance, fuel use, and air/CO₂ control. You’ll hear how this cert expands on my Flex Diet Certification t…
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Iron Radio Episode: Peak Week Strategies and the Science of Glycogen Loading In this episode of Iron Radio, hosts Coach Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery discuss a range of topics including updates on NAD Boosters and NMN, the complexities of glycogen depletion and reloading for bodybuilding contests, and practical tips for peak …
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Mini Mikkipedia - Urolithin A: The Mitochondrial Molecule Everyone’s Talking About
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24:29This week on Mini Mikkipedia, Mikki takes a deep dive into the science of Urolithin A — the “mitochondrial molecule” making waves across the health and longevity world. Is it a genuine breakthrough or just another overhyped supplement? Mikki unpacks the research behind this postbiotic compound, how it supports mitophagy (the clean-up and renewal of…
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Healing The Nervous System Through Breath And Body with Rome Za
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59:38In this episode, I’m speaking with Rome Za, a movement specialist, Jiu-Jitsu athlete, father, and founder of the Rome Za method, a breathwork-based way to transform your nervous system. In this podcast, Rome and I discuss: His fascinating and sometimes very intense childhood, including an early brush with death The one factor we should focus on for…
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Common Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | Iron Radio In this episode of Iron Radio, hosts Coach Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery dive into the mistakes they've made in their training journeys. They discuss the pitfalls of overtraining, the importance of individualized assessments, and the drawbacks of certain training tec…
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Addiction, Recovery and Building a Life of Value w/ Tim Riley, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #818
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Episdoe 346: From Navy SEAL to Neuroscience: Dr. Blaine Lints on Ibogaine and Performance
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1:40:11By Dr Blaine Lints, Jodie "Fabulous" Nelson, Dr Mike T Nelson, Suzie Glassman
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Mini Mikkipedia - Food Noise Fixes? GLP-1, Calocurb, and the Patch Problem
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15:28GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have become a cultural phenomenon, transforming appetite regulation and weight loss like nothing before. But with their rise comes a flood of imitators, from flashy “GLP-1 patches” to supplements like Calocurb, all promising the same results without the needles or prescriptions. In this episode, I brea…
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Muscle Is the Organ of Longevity: The Link Between Muscle Health and Mitochondria with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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1:01:09The key to longevity, energy, and metabolic health isn't found in your heart, liver, or brain…but in your muscles. Amazingly, your muscles make up the largest organ system in your body and, importantly, the primary home of your mitochondria. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a fellowship-trained physician in nutritional science and geriatrics who is revolution…
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Melanoma, Jungle Gyms, and Strength Tech w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #817
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48:11In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders, Doug, and Travis dive into Coach Travis’ recent melanoma diagnosis, how he found out about it, and his recent surgery to eliminate it. We also dive into Anders’ quest to build a gym in the middle of the woods where he plans on lifting giant trees and the latest in strength tech with Travis Mash. Work …
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Iron Radio: Supplements That Didn't Work - Mistakes & Surprises In this episode of Iron Radio, hosts Coach Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery discuss a listener’s intriguing question about supplement experiments that didn’t work out. They share their personal trials with various supplements like NAD boosters, Beta-Alanine, and old…
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Catching Metabolic Disease Early—Follow the Insulin with Catherine Crofts (Part 1)
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Episode 345: Sleep Like a Beast: Lessons from Jay Wiles and Jeffrey Durmer
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1:49:31In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I’m diving headfirst into the science of sleep with two heavy hitters—Dr. J Wiles and Dr. Jeff Dermer from Absolute Rest. We cover it all: why sleep is such a big deal from an evolutionary standpoint, how your modern lifestyle is probably trashing it, and what you can actually do to fix it. We dig into beha…
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Mini Mikkipedia: Seven Days, Six Stages: Grand to Grand Ultramarathon Debrief
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29:51Fresh off the finish line, Mikki recaps the Grand to Grand Ultra: a 7-day, 6-stage, 275 km journey across Utah–Arizona’s heat, altitude and endless sand. She breaks down the training block (back-to-back days, >100 km weeks, strength, sauna), the gear that mattered (hooded SPF top, RaidLight gaiters, 12 L pack), and a simple, robust fueling plan tha…
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Four Levers of Physiological Flexibility w/ Dr. Michael T. Nelson, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #816
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54:14Dr. Mike T. Nelson has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier. He’s has a PhD in Exercise Physiology, a BA in Natural Science, and an MS in Biomechanics. He’s an adjunct professor and a member of the American Co…
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Iron Radio: Tips for Overcoming Training Plateaus and Maintaining Motivation In this episode of Iron Radio, hosts Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike Nelson, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery discuss strategies for maintaining motivation in training, even when hitting plateaus or dealing with low energy. The team responds to listener comments and emails, sharing tips for i…
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Rewriting Food Rules with Claire Turnbull
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1:03:16Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com This week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Claire Turnbull, registered nutritionist about her latest book, End your fight with food. Claire has been a leading voice in health and nutrition for nearly two decades, helping thousan…
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Episode 344: Metabolic Adaptations, Lactate, and Training Smarter with Dr. Phil Batterson
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1:48:34On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I’m joined once again by Dr. Phil Batterson to nerd out on one of my favorite topics: anaerobic metabolism. We dig into what’s really happening during high-intensity training, the role of lactate, and why much of the “anaerobic vs. aerobic” discussion you hear is oversimplified (or just plain wrong). We als…
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Mini Mikkipedia: Perimenopause, Mood, and Nutrition: Strategies for Stability
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From Cell Danger Response to Cellular Safety: A Revolutionary Approach to Trauma with Dr. Aimie Apigian
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1:44:47What if the popular narrative about trauma is incomplete? What if trauma isn't just a psychological phenomenon, but a fundamentally biological process that gets encoded in your cells, mitochondria, and nervous system? Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventive and addiction medicine who's revolutionizing how we understand…
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Four Pillars of Anti-Aging w/ Blair LaCorte, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #815
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58:03Blair LaCorte is the Vice Chair of the Board of Directors at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging—the world’s first biomedical research institution dedicated solely to understanding aging and age-related diseases, and the largest independent scientific institute in the Bay Area. A seasoned leader and strategist, Blair has a track record of tran…
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Iron Radio: New Changes to Dietary Recommendations and Fruit & Veggie Intake Analysis In this episode of Iron Radio, Dr. Lonnie Lowery and Dr. Mike Nelson discuss upcoming changes to dietary recommendations set to be implemented by 2029, including the discontinuation of the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) and shifting the focus f…
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Fueling Tom Evans and Ruth Croft's Victories at UTMB: Inside Elite Ultra Nutrition with Paul Booth
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1:22:05Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com Curranz Supplement: Use code MIKKIPEDIA to get 20% off your first order - go to www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk to order yours This week on the podcast Mikki chats to Paul Booth, sports nutritionist and exercise physiol…
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Episode 343: Fueling the Corporate Athlete: Stress, Supplements & Performance with Dan Hunter
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1:36:10On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sit down with Dan Hunter to talk all things “corporate athlete.” If you’re trying to crush it at work and not feel like a melted quesadilla by 3 p.m., this one’s for you. We dig into the real-world challenges of staying sharp under stress, from building sustainable habits to fueling your brain with tools …
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Mini Mikkipedia - Sustaining Weight Loss: Habits, Mindset, Maintenance Mastery
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23:08This Mini Mikkipedia digs into what truly keeps weight off long-term: self-regulation, flexible restraint, and a rock-solid routine. Mikki shares research-backed insights (inspired by prep for an interview with Brandon DaCruz) showing why maintenance gets easier after 2–5 years as habits hard-wire, and why frequent self-monitoring, meal planning, a…
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Nutrition & Lifestyle vs. Medicine: The Best Approach to Your Health Part 1 with Dr. James Chestnut
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1:54:01In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. James Chestnut who is a doctor of chiropractic. He holds a bachelor of Physical Education and a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology specializing in neuromuscular adaptation. He holds a postgraduate certification in evidence-based chiropractic and lifestyle protocols. He has authored five books including …
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