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We explore competitive powerlifting as middle-aged fitness enthusiasts, breaking down the key differences between training for strength versus muscle growth, while also touching on NBA playoff predictions and Cam Haines' upcoming book release.

• Discussing current NBA playoff matchups with focus on Lakers-Timberwolves and other key series
• Announcing Cam Haines' new book "Undeniable" coming May 6th, highlighting profiles of extraordinary performers
• Detailed breakdown of a powerlifting competition experience at Lift ATX including judging criteria and competition format
• Preparation strategies for first-time powerlifters including equipment needs and training approaches
• Comparison between bodybuilding and powerlifting training methodologies and their different effects on the body
• How powerlifting principles can improve general fitness training for clients in their 40s and 50s
• The importance of proper form and technique over maximum weight when preparing for competition

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We uncover the nuts and bolts of maintaining and building muscle in your 40s and 50s through optimized gym workouts. This chapter of life requires smart training strategies as our bodies don't recover as quickly as they once did.

• Seven essential concepts for building muscle past 40 years old
• Creating an effective workout split: push-pull-legs or push-pull-legs-rest-upper-lower-rest
• Selecting the right compound movements for each major muscle group
• Incorporating isolation exercises to increase volume without overloading joints
• Optimal sets per body part per week (12-20 sets depending on experience)
• Managing exertion levels without going to failure on every set (RPE 8-9)
• Eating your body weight in grams of protein daily for recovery
• Prioritizing 7-8 hours of quality sleep, with extra on weekends if possible

Check out the description for more links and visit my YouTube channel, the Mindset Forge, to find videos on Zercher squats, mobility, stretching, and activation exercises for shoulders and hips.

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Patrick O'Connor shares his experiences working with police dogs in the Austin Police Department's canine division, revealing the deep bonds formed with his partners Tex and Murph and the life-saving work they performed together.

• Police dogs work primarily as locating tools with extraordinary scent capabilities that function at parts per billion
• German Shepherds, Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds are selected for their drive, intelligence, and physical abilities
• Handler-dog bonds take 1-3 months to establish with the relationship growing stronger over years of partnership
• Police dogs can reach speeds of 30-35 mph and are often more effective than technology at finding suspects
• The dogs serve as powerful negotiation tools with 97% of arrests occurring without physical engagement
• Dogs undergo extensive training to work in diverse environments and maintain calm during gunfire and chaotic situations
• Retirement is an emotional transition as dogs move from active service to family pets
• The bomb detection unit uses different breeds like Labradors and Spaniels for their specialized capabilities

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James DeLacy shares his expertise on strength training for parents and athletes, revealing why less can sometimes mean more when it comes to building strength.

• Former strength and conditioning coach for professional rugby with a Master's in Sports and Exercise Science
• Father of two young children who fits training around family life in his garage gym
• Acquired the Lift Big Eat Big brand in 2021 to deliver quality strength programming
• Advocates stopping sets 2-4 reps short of failure for optimal strength gains
• Explains velocity-based training where 20-30% velocity loss leads to better strength results than training to failure
• Recommends consistency with even minimal workouts rather than skipping when you can't do everything
• Emphasizes technique development over adding weight, especially for beginners
• Creates programs with ranges to allow for auto-regulation based on how you feel each day
• Suggests variety in training to prevent injuries, particularly for older lifters

Check out Lift Big Eat Big training app, Sweet Science of Fighting, and for coaches working with athletes, visit performance.education.

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Mitch and Bart share their transformative experiences with hair restoration treatments from Solutions Pharmacy, discuss powerlifting progress updates, and swap harrowing spring break vacation stories.

• Remarkable results from a specialized hair restoration cream combining cetrozyte and ribose that activates dormant hair follicles
• The importance of starting hair restoration treatment before complete hair loss occurs
• Bart's strength training progress and the value of complete commitment to a coaching program
• Learning proper powerlifting form, including competition-legal squat depth
• Spring break travel adventures including wine tasting in Napa Valley
• Surviving a Colorado blizzard with the family while trying to find accommodation at 2 AM
• Dodging golf ball-sized hail on Texas highways during the return drive from vacation

Check out Solutions Pharmacy and Lift Big, Eat Big in our show notes. If you like this, please reach out to us. We'd love to talk.

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Britt Knighton shares his remarkable journey from getting fired before his first job to becoming CEO of Home Care Interact, with pivotal stops including tsunami relief work in Sri Lanka where he met his wife and overcoming a life-changing car accident.

• Fourth-generation Baylor graduate who planned to write speeches and join SNL
• Lost his first job before starting, leading him to Sri Lanka for relief work where he met his future wife
• Helped build 90 homes for tsunami victims during a transformative seven-month stay
• Worked for a marketing firm in Waco for 11 years while starting several companies
• Joined Camp Gladiator after recovering from a serious accident that broke his neck
• Now serves as CEO of Home Care Interact, providing marketing for home care agencies
• Parents two boys with distinct personalities, navigating the challenges of fatherhood
• Realized through counseling that many of his "good actions" were driven by seeking others' approval
• Found greater authenticity by changing his motivations rather than his actions
• Offers sales training, consulting, and Enneagram training for corporate events

If you're in the home care space and looking for marketing help, reach out to Brit through the contact information in our show notes. britt@campgladiator.com

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Bart celebrates his 50th birthday with a unique "lift big, eat big" party at an outdoor gym followed by BBQ with close friends, demonstrating you can still deadlift 400 pounds at the half-century mark.

• Bart - Turning 50 with a workout party at Lift ATX instead of a traditional pub crawl
• Mitch - Deadlifting 400 pounds with minimal warm-up, suggesting potential for 500+ with proper technique
• Bart - Setting ambitious goals for the decade: 1000-pound powerlifting total and singing national anthem at UT sporting events
• Bart and Mitch - Discussion about youth strength training programs debunking myths about weight training for children
• Sermorelin peptides - Conversations about maintaining strength and muscle as men age through peptides and proper training (available at Solutions RX)

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A candid exploration of body image challenges in powerlifting, along with strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while managing weight. Staff concerns about weight, training intensity, and emotional ties to eating habits highlighted.

• Jokes and light-hearted moments start the episode
• Spotlight on Rx Solutions as key sponsor
• Discussion about body image and feelings of weight gain
• Personal experiences shared regarding nutrition and overindulgence
• Strategies discussed for weight management in powerlifting competitions
• Emphasis on the importance of discipline in achieving personal fitness goals

To Learn more about GLP-1s and Set Up a TeleMed Call with Solutions RX, use this link:

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To Learn more about James and Mona De Lacey's Strength Programs, visit:

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Follow Bart: http://instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Follow the Podcast: http://instagram.com/dad_bods_and_dumbbells

Visit Mitch's website: http://Bigboysruntoo.com

Visit Barton's Training Website: http://teambryanwellness.com