Barbell Medicine Podcast

This podcast explores the dark side of protein, discussing its impact on kidney disease, osteoporosis, kidney stones, and liver function. The hosts debunk common protein myths and introduce a segment called 'Quackwatch'. They also discuss protein intake guidelines, its relationship with kidney disease and calcium loss, its impact on bone health, and its effects on blood ammonia levels in liver disease. Additionally, they address exaggerated claims about protein and muscle gains while offering announcements and requesting reviews.

The podcast discusses the impact of high volumes of sets on strength and hypertrophy, weakness in American adults, genetic predisposition for low or high carbohydrate diets, qualities of a good interviewer, upcoming guests, an embarrassing interaction, an upcoming event, a protein supplement sale, debunking migraine claims, measuring sodium deficiency and its effects, factors affecting muscle growth, defining sarcopenia, genetic variations and weight gain, and the limitations of personalized solutions in genetics, nutrition, and training.

Dr. Guyenet, an expert in appetite, hunger, and eating behaviors, joins Dr. Feigenbaum to discuss the neurobiology of hunger and cravings, the impact of the food environment on food choices and obesity, challenges of policy changes, unveiling the scope of nutrition misinformation, and the differences between reference-based science and evidence-based science.

Speakers tackle topics such as negative self-talk, handling conflicting information, the use of assistive equipment for non-competitive lifters, managing food cravings and the role of protein, approaching sensations like numbness and tingling, and programming considerations for medical conditions.

Dr. Jose Areta, an expert in energy deficit in sport, joins Dr. Feigenbaum on this episode. They discuss the impact of energy deficits on performance, explore the distinctions between endurance and strength sports, and emphasize the importance of an integrative approach to optimize performance. They also delve into topics like weightlifting belts and accessories, muscle gain during an energy deficit, and muscle protein synthesis.

Dr. Feigenbaum interviews Roger Pielke, Jr., sports policy analyst and professor, discussing PED use in sport, gender eligibility controversies in track and field, unfair advantages, and policy recommendations for performance-enhancing drugs. They also explore the intersection of science, policy making, and sports governance, as well as the complexities of doping in sports and its impact on athletes' long-term health.

Q&A session from Los Angeles super seminar, muscle mass and health, debating Alter G treadmill, controlling training dose, complexity of pain, understanding delayed onset muscle soreness

The hosts discuss anemia, iron deficiency, and weird genetics surrounding athletic performance. They share their powerlifting meet experience and discuss issues with equipment. They delve into the challenges of testing for anemia and setting cutoff values. The podcast explores the symptoms of anemia and the role of genetics in endurance sports. It also delves into the importance of iron in oxygen carrying capacity and performance. The podcast highlights the need to address the root cause of iron deficiency and discusses the complexity of iron homeostasis.

Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum, two doctors answering your questions, discuss topics such as behind the neck pressing, muscle mass and strength, alternative protein sources, models of body weight regulation, diabetes management medications, using cycling for GPP, finding sustainable workouts, post-operative knee rehabilitation, and behavior modification for promoting health behaviors.

The Barbell Medicine Podcast covers various interesting topics including cardiorespiratory fitness, optimal strategies for tapering in powerlifting, the impact of whey protein on blood sugar levels, understanding blood sugar and diabetes, and fish oil supplements for cardiovascular health.