Baking Soda for Endurance, Motivation in Sports, and Supplement Insights

In this episode of Iron Radio, Coach Phil Stevens and Dr. Lonnie Lowery delve into listener mail, discussing the use of baking soda to enhance endurance and reduce fatigue during high-volume weight training sessions. They also explore the impacts of various supplements, like creatine and beta-alanine, on muscle buffering and performance. The conversation shifts to motivation and effort in both youth and adult athletes, emphasizing the challenges coaches face in instilling a strong work ethic in their trainees. Dr. Lowry highlights his recent book on dietary supplements, now available for pre-order on Amazon. Tune in for an engaging discussion on sports nutrition, training strategies, and the drive needed to excel in athletics.

00:55 Listener Mail: Baking Soda for Endurance

01:50 Discussion on Muscle Acidity and Supplements

03:58 High Rep Training and Muscle Buffering

07:44 Upcoming Topics and Book Announcement

09:45 Motivation and Effort in Training

15:59 Understanding the Competitive Drive

17:25 Recognizing Mental Health in Athletes

18:17 Dealing with Unmotivated Team Members

19:08 The Importance of Effort in Team Sports

20:19 Gym Culture and Effort

20:58 Challenges in Coaching Youth Sports

22:40 The Role of Goal Setting

27:19 Effort vs. Perfect Plans in Training

28:28 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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Thank you!

Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie