Welcome to another episode of Iron Radio! Phil Stevens, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, and Lonnie Lowry reunite to chat about various health and fitness topics. They begin by delving into listener mail about water intake recommendations and how much one should drink daily. They discuss the views of an esteemed nephrologist about the importance and misconceptions surrounding water consumption. The conversation then shifts to recent research linking plant-based meat alternatives to depression and other health risks. Lastly, the hosts provide insights into setting and achieving New Year's resolutions, highlighting the importance of understanding personal motivations and the sacrifices required to achieve goals. Join us for an informative and engaging discussion on all things strength sports, hydration, nutrition, and goal setting!

01:52 Listener Mail: The Importance of Hydration

06:20 Hydration Strategies for Athletes

15:44 Processed Plant-Based Meat Alternatives and Health

23:09 Intermittent Fasting and Hair Growth

27:02 Setting Goals: The Why Behind New Year's Resolutions

31:10 Building a Motivated Team

31:55 Addressing Client Goals

32:21 Understanding Motivation

34:55 Setting Realistic Goals

50:02 The Importance of Fun in Training

51:43 Embracing the Suck

58:23 Brutal Honesty with Clients

59:46 Conclusion and New Year Wishes

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Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie