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Muscle Matters Podcast
by Mike Harvey, 511 Media Group
Join former body builder and Mr. Universe winner Tom Touchstone and current body builder Steve Suthers as they discuss everything exercise, fitness, nutrition, and more!
Episodes
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Muscle Matters: The Difference Between USA's Food and Other Countries
🚨 Muscle Matters: The Shocking Truth About Food in the USA vs. Other Countries 🚨 In this episode of Muscle Matters, Steve Suthers is joined by food expert Mike Harvey to explore one of the most eye-opening—and controversial—topics in the world of health, fitness, and nutrition: Why does the…
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Revolutionize Your Workouts: The Power of Intensity, Variety, and Strategic Training
[00:00:00] Podcast hosts discuss importance of intense training. [00:03:37] Training method: intense, focused, efficient workouts. [00:06:50] Obsessed with heavy training, minimal effort. [00:11:15] Intense workouts, constant tension, muscle growth. [00:14:59] Summary: Emphasizing the benefits of...
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Navigating Holiday Food Temptations: Strategies for a Healthy and Enjoyable Season
[00:00:00] Tips for staying lean during holidays. [00:03:50] Wait until after the holidays to start dieting and avoid cheat meals. [00:07:23] Obsessive points in life, ruined Thanksgiving. [00:10:00] Advice for achieving fitness goals: front load protein, be sensible with food choices, one...
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Unveiling the Dark Secrets of Bodybuilding | What You Can Do Instead
[00:03:46] Musings of a Former Soviet-Era Bodybuilder: Navigating the World of Performance Enhancers [00:05:41] Generational Perspectives: A Former Bodybuilder Reflects on the Evolution of the Sport and the Impact of Performance Enhancers [00:14:57] Confessions of a Bodybuilder: Navigating the...
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Elite Athlete Blueprint: Building Elite Athletes from the Ground Up
In this episode, speakers Blake Burnard and Steve Suthers delve into the fascinating world of athletic development, drawing insights from the Russian "Rule of Three." The Rule of Three, created by the Russians, outlines a systematic approach to identifying and nurturing elite athletes, starting...
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Synthetic Oils and Photoshopping: The Dark Side of Bodybuilding
[00:00:00] Genetic freak wins first Olympia show. [00:05:00] Not Natty: Testosterone Blotchy Skin [00:08:36] Genetic freak, not natty, not oiled. [00:12:59] Freakish YouTube star: oil baby? [00:16:12] Big arms, oil use: cancerous? [00:19:19] Maddie on cutting agent, not steroids. [00:22:43]…
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Unlocking Personal Responsibility and Accountability
[00:00:00] Family Thanksgiving drama: Moist steamy pocket of goodness. [00:02:26] Eat or be eaten: Thanksgiving. [00:04:43] Love-hate Thanksgiving; foodie professional eater. [00:07:57] Drink water, take nap, avoid hunger. [00:11:14] Coach worries for players' safety, parents called. Six words:...
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What's the Best Workout Music? | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Steve as they discuss what kind of music gets them pumped up for iron pumping in the morning, as well as what Christian music they enjoy. Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West:...
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God Provides Our Strength! | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Steve in this bonus episode where they talk about the ways God has given them the strength to persevere, worship music, and more! Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West:...
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Retiring the Cleats: Navigating Life After Sports | Muscle Matters
Join Steve and Blake as they discuss how and when to determine that's it's time for someone to retire from sports. Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West: https://sportlanderwest.com/...
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How Much is Too Much? | Muscle Matters
Join Tom, Steve, and Mike as they talk about leg day, popular legal and illegal workout substances through out the years, and more! Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West:...
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Is Coffee Helpful or Harmful for Fitness? | Muscle Matters
Is Coffee Helpful or Harmful for Fitness? | Muscle Matters Join Tom Steve and Mike as they discuss the effects coffee has on fitness and exercise, and more! Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737
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Creating the Ultimate Athlete | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest and co-host Blake Burnard as he talks about his process to refine athletes to become the best they can be! Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West:...
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Wisdom? Fitness Should Come with Age | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Richard Ramos, where they talk about how their fitness journey has evolved as they've gotten older- I mean wiser. Enjoy! Check out: parentsonamission.org latinocoalition.com Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave,...
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Grinding Through the Grief | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Jarie Bolander as he tells the story of losing his wife, the book he wrote honoring her, and how he used exercise to better his life. Enjoy! Check out Jarie's website: jariebolander.com Jarie's book, Ride or Die:...
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Fitness: What's Your 'Why'? | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Steve where they discuss home gyms, what constitutes as fitness vs. fun, and what's your fitness 'why'? Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737
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Why You Should Rise and Grind in the Morning! | Muscle Matters
Join Mike, Steve, and Blake as they convince Mike that working out in the morning is objectively better than working out in the evening. Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Steve's Sportlander West:...
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Everything Affects Fitness! | Muscle Matters
Join Steve and Blake with special guest Joey Rossi as they discuss how from the amount of rest you get, to the food you eat, all affects your fitness health, and more! Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737
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Staying Healthy for Your Future Family | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Blake as they discuss the importance and desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle so they can enjoy life with their grand kids, and more. Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737 Blake's Grindhaus…
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How to Stop 2 ACL Tears from Stopping You | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Blake with special guest Cayden Cox as he tells the story of how he tore both ACL's, and still gives God all the glory. Enjoy! Get great coffee for a great cause! https://covenantcoffee.org/ 1700 N Chester ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308 661-829-6737
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Running Addict to Iron Addict! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Dave Sands as he tells his story of becoming a running addict, and how he traded it in for a iron pumping addiction! Enjoy!
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The Struggles & Triumphs of Everyday People | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve as they're interviewed by Scott Winkler, where they tackle questions about starting from scratch, the difficulties of maintaining your body when you're older, and more! Enjoy!
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How to Fuel Your Body for Ultimate Success! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Matt White as they discuss the importance of nutrition, hard work, coaching and being coached, and more! Enjoy!
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Creating the Ultimate Home Gym! | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Steve as they dive deep into the pros and cons of a home gym, and what to buy and do in order to maximize your space! Enjoy!
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How the Right Shoes Can Make All the Difference! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve where they discuss the importance of shoes for fitness, looks, lifestyle, and more! Enjoy!
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Coaching, Cycling, and... BULL ATTACKS!? | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Tom with special guest Covenant Coffee founder Randy Martin where they discuss coaching, cycling through Randy's house, multiple bull attacks at one event, and more! Enjoy! Check out https://covenantcoffee.org/
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The Heart is the Most Important Muscle! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Bart Tipton as they discuss workout stories while being limited by beta blockers, and trying to ignore chatty people in the gym, and more! Enjoy!
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Becoming a Record Setter! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Eduardo Martinez, where they discuss Ed's records, fitness stories, and more! Enjoy! Check out Ed's Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/mchango2/
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How Drinking While Exercising DESTROYS Progress | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest John Thompson as they discuss avoiding injury while exercising, and the dangers of drinking alcohol when working out. Enjoy! Check out John Thompson on social media: https://www.instagram.com/johnthompson/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/thompsonfitness...
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Why Taking Care of Your Body is CRITICAL! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Alec Wons as they discuss how important it is to prevent injuries when exercising, or you may never be able to again. Enjoy! Check out Alec Wons' stuff!! https://conqueryourself.co/ https://wonswellness.com/ CONQUER YOURSELF BOOK...
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Conquering Food Addiction | Muscle Matters
Join Mike and Steve with special guest Justin J Judante Jacob as they talk about food addiction, nutrition, and more! Check out Justin's social media! https://www.instagram.com/justinjjjacob/ https://linktr.ee/justinjjjacob & J4 Media!
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Thriving Through Sacrifice | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Wesley Leon-Barrientos as they discuss Wesley's journey to be able to run despite losing his legs while serving our country. Enjoy!
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Chasing the Runner's High | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve with special guest Christine Parsel who finished the Boston Marathon in the top 10%. Check out the wisdom she brings about running, and staying motivated. Enjoy!
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The Beauty of Muscle Memory | Muscle Matters
Join teachers Steve and Tom with their student Mike as they go over more tips, suggestions, fun facts, and more about fitness! Enjoy!
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Tackling Some of Fitness' BIGGEST Rumors and Trends! | Muscle Matters
Join Tom and Steve as they respond to various fitness articles and confirm or deny their validity! Enjoy!
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The Strong Arm of the Law: A Body-Building Officer | Muscle Matters
In this episode of Muscle Matters, Tom and Steve sit down with long time friend, body-builder, heavy-lifting champion, and retired police officer, Henry Castaneda. Henry talks about everything he learned as a professional body-builder, heavy lifter, and everything that it took to become a police...
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The Results Of Starting A Fitness Journey Early-On | Muscle Matters
In this episode of Muscle Matters, Tom Touchstone and Steve Suthers sit down with our special guest, Julian Wilson. Julian talks about that one knock on the door he received when he was young and how it set the tone for his life. Growing up in Inglewood, Julian remembers fondly the times running…
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Using Boxing and Professional Sparring As A Coping Mechanism | Muscle Matters
In this episode, Steve and Tom interview their good friend, Pastor, and former boxer, Adam Perez. Adam shares how he became interested in bodybuilding and boxing. Adam explains how his uncle took him to boxing when he was 11 or 12 years old and his dad was a fugitive, and he recounts his…
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From American Ninja Warrior To Fear Overcomer | Muscle Matters
In this episode, Tom and Steve interview American Ninja Warrior, Athlete, Public Speaker, Talk show Host, and Fear Overcomer, Justin Maina. Justin explains that he was picked on a lot in school, but he still had a dream of becoming an American Ninja Warrior. Through hard work and dedication he…
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Adapting to a New Fitness Life After Major Injury | Muscle Matters
In this episode of Muscle Matters, Tom and Steve Interview their good friend, Mike Green. Mike was injured while serving in the military, and the Wounded Warrior Project helped him to get back into fitness and other activities that he was passionate about. Through the Wounded Warrior Project…
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The Origins of our Fitness Podcast | Muscle Matters
Want to hear the story of how we started Muscle Matters? Get to know Tom and Steve, our hosts, as they talk about how they knew they were being called to start Muscle Matters, plus hear all about their individual fitness journey's and everything they've learned along the way. They have a lot of...
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Mental Health is Just as Important as Physical | Muscle Matters
This episode of Muscle Matters features our special guest, Shelley Castaneda. Shelley is a former law enforcement officer and has always been interested in bodybuilding and working out, and found that it was especially helpful when it came to physical tasks, like jumping a six foot tall wall. The...
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How a Pair of Shoes Can Change Lives | Muscle Matters
Join us as Johnell Ward Shares Fitness And Nutrition Wisdom To Impact The Younger Generation. Johnell Ward is the CEO and President of a ministry that uses sports to help kids, and in this episode of Muscle Matters, they talk about how sports can help kids find their identity and learn…
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Fitness Isn't Just Physical, It's Physics! | Muscle Matters
Join hosts, Tom Touchstone and Steven Suthers, along with our special guest, Doug Brignole as Doug shares everything about the fitness journey that started when he was only 15 that led to him opening up his own gym, writing his own books, winning the title Mr. California, and earning the title…
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The Importance of Chiropractic Therapy | Muscle Matters
Join Hosts, Tom Touchstone and Steven Suthers, along with our special guest, Dr. Curt Collins as they talk about everything you need to know to ensure that your body gets the proper care that it needs through nutrition, exercise, and Chiropractic therapy. Enjoy!
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Join former body builder and Mr. Universe winner Tom Touchstone and current body builder Steve Suthers as they discuss everything exercise, fitness, nutrition, and more!
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Who hosts Muscle Matters Podcast?
Muscle Matters Podcast is created and hosted by Mike Harvey, 511 Media Group.
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