The Drop Set – Episode 157: Idiot Celebrity Trainers, Chest Activation, ‘Abnormalities’

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The Drop Set – Episode 157 0:00 – Intro!  Short and sweet (you’re welcome!) 2:41  – Are you ready for probably the dumbest bit of training advice you’ve ever heard?  Get ready and have a trash can nearby in case the sheer stupidity of this makes you almost hurl, like it did me. 15:24 – Mea Culpa.  My math knowledge...
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The Drop Set – Episode 155: A Little Philosophy, Post-Workout Nutrition, Cardio Struggles

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The Drop Set – Episode 155 0:00 – Whoa, new intro music!  Since I felt like indulging in sharing a new demo, I figured I’d try to make it relevant to bodybuilding – did it work? 16:37  – Conor (Houston, TX) has a couple good questions – we dig into specifics on post-workout nutrition timing and also composition to some...
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The Drop Set – Episode 153: Thanksgiving Eating, Macro Subs, Being a Better Coach

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The Drop Set – Episode 153 0:00 – I kick things off today with several updates!  Personal, Taz-related, band-related, and also lawn-related – the final one of 2019! 12:24 – Let’s talk turkey.  Thanksgiving (and holidays in general) are a huge source of anxiety for most bodybuilders.  Let me talk you off the ledge a bit but also be real...
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The Drop Set – Episode 152: Friday Focus Check, Dealing with Imbalances

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The Drop Set – Episode 152 0:00 – Friday Focus check – WHAT ARE YOU DOING? 7:28 – Annie from Seattle has a good question about imbalances, specifically like left-to-right imbalances.  What’s the best way to address these? 15:00 – A proper welcome!  Let’s catch up on some personal stuff, shall we? 23:50 – A quick TV update to close...
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The Drop Set – Episode 151: Incorporating METCON’s, Signs of a Gym Asshole

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The Drop Set – Episode 151 0:00 – Intro!  There’s a new poll up at TheDropSet.com – make sure you go vote!  And hey, to set the tone for the day let’s open up with an extended rant about gym music! 11:45 – Dan in MA is asking about “intermingling” different training methodologies, such as working in Crossfit-style workouts along...
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The Drop Set – Episode 149: Lifting Shoes, Recovery for Growth, Being Competitive

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The Drop Set – Episode 149 0:00 – #149 coming in hot!  I make a small pitch to support my client Ben’s Movember efforts to raise awareness for men’s health issues.  If you’re interested in donating, here’s the link:  https://mobro.co/14102817?mc=5   Also, an update on the podcast logo work! 6:16 – Brian is wondering about lifting shoes – I don’t have...
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The Drop Set – Episode 148: Peak Week, Calorie Cycling, PCOS, Family Balance

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The Drop Set – Episode 148 0:00 – Welcome to the 452nd installment of our recurring segment, “Darin is a Moron” – have a laugh at my expense, please! 13:20 – Having JUST competed on Saturday, Heather’s questions of course were all about peak week and WHY exactly things are done the way they are. 21:40 – From @dan_tulpa via...
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