Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi

Mario Tomic, a fitness coach and content creator known for his evidence-based approach, dives into fascinating insights on high-dose creatine, revealing its potential boost in mental energy and gym performance. He discusses how to accurately gauge reaching 10% body fat using various methods, and when faced with weight loss plateaus, he shares critical strategies. Delving into genetics, Mario emphasizes their role in fat loss and muscle gain variability. He also highlights the importance of progressive overload to avoid injuries during training.

Geoffrey Verity Schofield, a seasoned lifter and coach, shares his profound insights on training techniques and philosophies. He tackles the complexities of beyond-failure training and how to mitigate injury risks. Geoff also discusses the importance of not getting too fixated on the logbook and offers strategies for advanced naturals to maintain leanness without sacrificing progress. Delving into disagreements with Lyle McDonald, he challenges common assumptions about muscle growth and underscores the significance of programming variations.

Geoffrey Verity Schofield, an experienced bodybuilding coach and content creator, dives into a wealth of knowledge in this discussion. He answers audience questions on high-dose creatine and its cognitive benefits, and how advanced lifters can manage realistic yearly progress. Schofield also shares insights on training high volume without injuries, the growing hype around full-body workouts, and the balance needed between calisthenics skills and bodybuilding goals. Plus, he candidly identifies his own weak points and the necessity for targeted specialization.

0:00- Intro 1:00- Fasting glucose and HbA1c 24:00- Bryan’s high energy flux experiment 27:30- Low volume training  36:00- Libido and dieting 38:00- Back to volume  48:00- Aaron’s PED use and competing 

Alex Leonidas, a natural bodybuilder and online fitness coach known for his data-driven approach, dives deep into the world of self-experimentation. He discusses the importance of personalizing diet and training, arguing against common fitness myths. Topics include the pros and cons of a vegan diet on health and performance, the balance of macronutrients, and the evolving perspectives on protein intake. Leonidas also touches on the risks in advanced calisthenics and navigating dietary choices for optimal wellness.

In this engaging conversation, fitness influencer Alex Leonidas shares his expertise in calisthenics and bodybuilding. He discusses the importance of staying lean and adjusting training goals over time to avoid stagnation. The talk dives into the myths surrounding performance-enhancing drugs, particularly for older lifters, and the natural limitations of muscle growth. Alex also breaks down the mechanics of pull-ups, offering insights into grip variations and training strategies to help listeners achieve their pull-up personal records.

               0:00- Intro               0:30- Getting Abel back on                5:00- AI discussion               10:00- Abel’s divorce               21:00- Video games and addiction               36:30- 100 Men vs 1 Gorilla               49:00- Myo Reps               60:00- Neck training and photos vs in-person               1:13:00- Sugar Diet

Andrew Coates, a fitness coach and writer for T Nation, joins the discussion to debunk the myth of reverse dieting and share insights from his experience in the podcasting world. He explores the pros and cons of meal prep services versus home cooking, emphasizing efficiency in nutrition. The conversation also dives into the transformative role of AI in fitness, examining how it reshapes content creation and challenges authenticity. Coates reflects on evolving beliefs in fitness and the importance of maintaining human connections amidst technological advances.

               0:00- Intro               0:30- Introducing Daniel from FitnessFAQs               4:30- Can calisthenics build the ideal physique?               14:00- Humbling lessons from calisthenics               22:00- Combining bodybuilding with calisthenics               33:00- GVS and Daniel meeting up               39:00- Choosing what sources of information you receive                50:00- Getting started with calisthenics                     52:00- Orthopedic issues               57:00- Where to find our guests

Re-upload of the podcast due to a mix up in the audio content 0:00- Intro1:00- Fasting10:00- Dropping calories for naturals dieting16:00- Weighted vests18:00- Dieting leaner than last time33:00- Adapting to fasting36:00- Geoffrey’s current diet40:00- Unrealistic expectations for naturals44:00- Can we adjust our settling point to make gains at lower body fat levels46:30- How to assess one’s knowledge