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Muscle, Protein, and Aging with Dr. Stuart Phillips, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #734

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[Biometrics] How to Use Data to Build Your Own Nutrition and Supplementation Program w/ Pratik Patel, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #733

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[Chronotype] The One Thing More Important than Getting 8 Hours of Sleep w/ Dr. Chris Perry, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #732

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How to Build a Killer Cardiovascular System w/ Dr. Mike T. Nelson, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #731

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How to Raise Strong, Healthy Kids w/Anders Varner, Doug Larson and Travis Mash #730

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[Juliet and Kelly Starrett] Built to Move w/ Juliet and Dr. Kelly Starrett, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #729

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Building a Nutrition Coaching Business in 2024 w/ Jason Phillips, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #728

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[Performance Psychology] Developing a Mindset for Peak Performance w/ Dr. Alex Auerbach, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #727

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[Peak Physique] The Journey to a Bodybuilding Pro Card w/ Dr. Eric Helms, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #726

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[Indistractable] How to Choose Your Attention and Choose Your Life w/ Nir Eyal, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #725

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[Gut Health] How to Heal Your Digestive Tract w/ Dr. Michael Ruscio, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #724

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[Performance Blood Work] How Blood Work Lights the Path to Performance w/ Dan Garner, Travis Mash, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #723

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[Nutrition for Brain Health] How to Eat for Brain Performance and Longevity w/ Dr. Tommy Wood, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #722

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[Carnivore-ish] A Nutrition Framework for Better Energy, Body Composition, and Health w/ Ashleigh Vanhouten, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #721

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[Brain Health] How Exercise and Strength Training Impact Cognitive Function w/ Dr. Mike Zourdos, Anders Varner, Doug Larson and Coach Travis Mash #720

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[Metabolism] Nutrition, Exercise, and Lifting Weight to Improve Your Metabolism w/ Dr. Eric Trexler, Anders Varner and Doug Larson #719

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[Rebuilding Health] Behavior Change, Transformation, and Regenerative Medicine w/ Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, Anders Varner and Doug Larson #718

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[Data Tracking] How to Interpret and Use Data from Wearables w/ Dr. Erik Korem, Anders Varner and Doug Larson #717

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Training for Athletic Performance w/ Dr. Jordan Shallow, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #716

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[Muscle Intelligence] How to Build Muscle and Purpose for Men Over 40 w/ Ben Pakulski, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #715

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[Cardio] Energy Systems, Cardiovascular Health and Why Meatheads Need Better Breathing w/ Bryan Boorstein, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #714

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[Human Performance Technology] The Future of High Tech Solutions to Elite Performance w/ Dr. Andy Galpin, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #713

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[Muscle Centric Medicine] Muscle Health for High Performers w/ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #712

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[Longevity] Testosterone and Plasma Exchange Therapy w/ Dr. Paul Savage, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #711

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[GLP-1] Blood Sugar, Metabolism, Gut Health and Beyond w/ Dr. Kyle Gillett, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #710

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[Female Strength Training] New Science on Strength Training Around Your Menstrual Cycle w/ Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #709

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[Circadian Rhythm] How to Optimize Your Internal Sleep Clock w/ Dr. Greg Potter, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #708

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[Super Brain] How to Understand Your Brain Better w/ Andy Triana, Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #707

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[Ketones] How to Use Exogenous Ketones to Improve Cognitive and Athletic Performance w/ Dr. Latt Mansor, Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #706

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[Blood Work] High Performance Blood Chemistry w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #705

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Neuro Athletics: The Intersection of Neuroscience and Performance w/ Louisa Nicola, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #704

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The Science of Sleep and Recovery w/ Dr. Allison Brager, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #703

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Optimizing Performance Using the Power of Heat, Cold, and Breath Work w/ Coach PJ Nestler Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #702

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[L-Carnitine] Protocols to Improve Heart Health, Performance, and Turn Fat into Energy w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner #701

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The Practical Applications and Limitations of Research and Strength Training w/ Greg Nuckols, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner #700

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[Liver] A Deep Dive into Health, Biomarkers, and Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner #699

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[Muscle Science] Decoding the Latest Science of Hypertrophy w/ Dr. Brad Schoenfeld, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #698

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Unlocking Your Full Potential: The Rise of Health Optimization w/ Sam Miller, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #697

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[Fat Loss] You Can't Screw This Up w/ Adam Bornstein, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner #696

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[Oura Ring] How to Track, Measure, and Optimize Sleep Using an Oura Ring w/ Dr. Mike t. Nelson, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Dan Garner and Coach Travis Mash #695

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[Cortisol] The Science of Stress w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Dan Garner and Coach Travis Mash #694

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[Physique Transformation] Building Muscle and Burning Fat Over 40 w/ Bryan Krahn, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #693

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[Sport Performance] Breaking Down the NSCA Position Paper on Olympic Lifting and Sport Performance w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #692

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[Strength Beyond Basics] Maximize Strength with Bands, Eccentrics, Isometrics, and Velocity w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #691

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[Menopause] Exercise and Nutrition Tips for Menopausal Women w/ Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, Anders Varner, and Dr Andy Galpin #690

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[Hydration] How Much You Need and Why it Matters w/ Dr. Andy Galpin, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #689

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Adventure Races, Business, and How AI Will Change the Fitness Landscape w/ Ryan Fischer, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #688

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[Active Life] Client Centric Programs to Build Practical Fitness w/ Dr. Sean Pastuch, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #687

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[Brain Health] Science and Strategies for Optimizing Brain Health w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #686

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[Farting] Exploring the Science of Passing Gas w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #685

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[Hypertrophy] A 12-Month Periodization Model to Maximize Muscle Growth w/ Bryan Boorstein, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #684

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[Body By Breath] The 5 P's of the Parasympathetic Nervous System w/ Jill Miller, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #683

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[Nutrition Coaching] How to Find the Best Nutrition Coach to Achieve Your Goals w/ Precision Nutrition CEO Timothy Jones, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #682

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[Training= Rehab] Movement Evaluations for Pain and Performance w/ Dr. Charlie Wiengroff, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dr. Andy Galpin #681

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[Micronutrients] Why Calories and Macros Are Not Enough for Health Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner #680

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[Joint Pain] How to Effectively Train With Creaky Joints and Old Injuries w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #679

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[Adaptation] How to Reach Your Goals in the Most Efficient and Effective Way w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner #678

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[Psoriasis] A 3-Step System to Find Root Cause, Relief, and Symptom Management w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner #677

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[Optimal vs. Normal Health] Why Normal Reference Ranges Will Not Lead You to Optimal Health w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #676

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[Testosterone] How to Increase Testosterone by 300% w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Dan Garner and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #675

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[Sleep] Sleep Studies, Psychological Stressors, Supplements and How to Optimize Your Sleep w/ Josh Ruben, Anders Varner, Doug Larson and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #674

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The Minimal Method: A Minimalist Approach to Healthy Living Without Overwhelming Your Lifestyle w/ Joey Thurman, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #673

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[Body Transformation] Simple Strategies to Getting Shredded w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #672

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[Recovery] How to Build a Resilient Physiology w/ Anders Varner Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #671

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[Cholesterol] How to Read Bloodwork for Lipids, Triglycerides, and Fatty Acids w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #670

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[Creatine] The #1 Supplement for Bigger Muscles, Brains, and Bones w/ Dr. Darren Candow, Anders Varner and Doug Larson Barbell Shrugged #669

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[Dementia and Alzheimer's] Evidence Based Strategies to Reduce Risk of Dementia and Alzheimers w/ Dr. Tommy Wood, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #668

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[Testosterone + Gut Health] How to Avoid TRT by Healing Your Gut w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged

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**Bonus Episode** Metabolism Made Simple w/ Sam Miller and Anders Varner Barbell Shrugged #666

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The Three R's of Building Resilience w/ Emily Hightower, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #665

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​​[ENERGY] Why You Do Not Have It and How to Get Tons of It w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #664

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[TRT] Natural Testosterone Support Without the Shots, Pellets, Creams, and Gels w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #663

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[NUTRITION 101] The Exact Calories, Macros, and Micronutrients to Fuel Performance and Optimize Health w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #662

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[STRESS MANAGEMENT] How to Assess Stress, Reduce Injury and Build Confidence Without Burnout w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #661

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[Listener QA] Alcohol and Brain Size, Increasing Protein and Micronutrient Absorption, and Blood Flow Restriction for Hypertrophy w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #660

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[LIBIDO] The Biochemistry of Improving Your Sex Drive w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #659

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[OPTIMIZING TRAINING PROGRAMS] Why "One Size Fits All" Fails For Optimal Results w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #658

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[THYROID] Function, Dysfunction, Brain Chemistry, and Autoimmunity w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #657

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[Constipation] A Five Step System for Perfect Poops w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #656

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Personalized Supplementation to Optimize Health w/ ME Biosciences and Black Lab Sports Founder JP O'Brien and Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #655

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Optimal Health, Nutrition, and Training for Life to Thrive on Mars with NASA Humanworks Chief Cody Burkhart w/ Anders Varner, Dan Garner, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #654

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[Listener QA] The Best Gut Health Cleanse, Are Naps Killing Your Sleep, Parasites in Your Gut, New Research of the Nervous System, and Improving Recovery Using Hyperbaric Chambers w/ Anders Varner, Dan Garner, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #653

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[Stress] A Root Cause Approach to Relief and Resilience w/ Brian Mackenzie, Anders Varner and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #652

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[Listener QA] How to Improve Mitochondrial Function, Strength Training for Jiu Jitsu, Is Sauna or Cold Plunge Good for Recovery, and Kidney Markers , w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #651

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FITAID Co-Founder and President Aaron Hinde w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #650

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[Mental Health] A 6 Step Approach Connecting Mind, Body, and Nutrition w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #649

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[Listener QA] Eating for Performance vs. Longevity, Managing Stress Hormones, Coaching Professional Athletes, and Micronutrient Depletion, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #648

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How to get Eight Perfect Hours of Sleep w/ Matteo Franceschetti, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dr. Andy Galpin Barbell Shrugged #647

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The Path to Elite Performance w/ Hunter Elam, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash Barbell Shrugged #646

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[Hormone Dysfunction] Birth Control, TRT, HRT, and Toxicity w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #645

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[Physique Transformation] How Hormones Help Build Muscle and Burn Fat w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #644

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[Testosterone] How to Naturally Optimize Testosterone Without Drugs, Doctors, and Destructive Diets w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #643

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[Micronutrients] Why Calories and Macros Are Not Enough for Health Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #642

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[Goal Setting] The Exact Process for Measuring Progress for Your Goals w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #641

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[Cortisol] The Science and Function of the Stress Hormone w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #640

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[Hydration] Salt, Water, Magnesium and Health Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #639

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[Gut Health] The Epicenter of Health Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #638

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[Optimal Bodyweight] How to Live Lean Without Bodyweight Fluctuations w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #637

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[Velocity Based Training] How to Use Velocity Based Training for Strength, Speed, and Performance w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #636

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[Inflammation] The Surprising Link Between Nutrition, Muscle, and Inflammation w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged #635