Nerds & Iron

Nerds & Iron

by Noel Castrejon
Season 1
Episode 21: Season finale, society normalizing ?, ridiculous weight loss promises
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In this final episode of season 1 the nerds refect on how the podcast has grown from where it began Is society going back to normal? The nerds also talk about trainers promising ridiculous weight loss goals and stress the importance of body composition vs numbers on a scale and how the industry has evolved from the early days. The nerds also get into an interesting obesity study and talk about the effects of inflammation Then the nerds give some parting advice to help keep you on track to your goals
Episode XX: Memorial Day / Improving Recovery, Caffeine bad after a workout?
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On this episode we discuss: Noel & Kaitlyn are in search of a mattress, Kaitlyn gets attacked by the cat middle of the night, Thomas wrecks his car in the rain, Noel mis-orders his burrito with door dash and sweet talked his way around fixing it. We discuss our real like "bro" moments and our efforts at turning Thomas into a real life nerd High-school graduates not walking at graduation, except some states that said F*** It, New grading criteria announced from Universities Main Topics: -improving recovery - sleep, nutrition, mental state and listening to your body. -Is Caffeine BAD after a work out? -POST exercise nutrition - What it should look like. -We discuss the benefits of Red Light Therapy
Episode XIX: how to spot bad programming, pillars for success
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MLM scheme is in right now? Will DMV offices be not crowded anymore?? (Online services) Bbq recapFeeding football with online madden Miguel twitching Watching twitch gaming (last 2 months) Online precense going up in universities/gyms Coronavirus detecting drones?? What to look for in the online programs 4 pillars: Be honest with yourself Be weary of bullshit (Ads, shitty trainer, shitty programming Know what and why you're doing it Be consistent
Episode XVIII: physique updates, maintaining a good mindset
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Trump bucks in!! Tiger king updated! Celebraties telling us to stay home Updates on sleep Google home being awesome, getting lazy Chico needle banner stolen?? -Updates on physiques (working out) -Mindset
Episode XVII: settling into the stay at home orders and its effects
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The nerds discuss how its been with the stay at home orders and how they have managed.
Episode XVI: general banter, cardio for gains, properly building a home gym, looking to get into supplements
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In this episode the nerds took it easy and offer a more laid back episode filled with extra banter for the majority of the episode talking about LSD studies, lent and other randomness. We eventually get into questions! Question 1: Is there any benefit from cardio for muscle gains? Question 2: How to properly build a home gym Question 3: How to approach buying supplements
Ep. 15 - How to spot a bad trainer, should you take advice from supplement employees?
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Thomas shares big news!! Once again ratmobile update Valentines day recap XFL vs College? Hand dryer is not clean!!! How prep can impact couples 1. Should you take advice from supplement shop employees? 2. What are some signs your trainer sucks?
Ep. 14 - Best protein packed foods to take to work, who would we workout with, BCAA's vs EAA's
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Introduction of Thomas!!, Firemans spaghetti recap, superbowl halftime show talk, ratmobile update, nyquil is the worse thing ever??, Dr Li death, Cruise ships on quarantine cam soda to the rescue, sex and masterbation helps immune system Question 1 BCAAs vs EAAs do we need them? Question 2 Who would you workout with if it could be with anyone? Question 3 Best protein source to pack for work
Ep. 13 - People taking gym selfies/food hacks to "feel full"
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Stranger danger! whos this Chris guy??, Noel rides ANOTHER Tesla, the guys talk about donating blood, which of the nerds are handy?, this crazy Corona virus (stats as of Jan/26th/20, we hear about and discuss Kobes passing, sexy marketing vs realist marketing and how to spot BS marketing, Andrew discusses how he helped Chris progress in the gym, how to keep your exercise stimulus novel, male vs female workouts, what the heck does it mean to "tone", the nerds dive into fasting and its benefits, muckbang what it is. Question 1: Do you get tired seeing people taking gym selfies? Question 2: Do tricks like drinking water actually work to feel full? and other tricks
Ep. 12 - Andrew is back! Thoughts on fit shaming?
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First off--- Andrew is back ! On this episode Andrew updates us on life in San Jose and all about his new Strength and Conditioning Coach internships! Andrew has exciting news to share with everyone! We discuss TV series we are all currently binging. Upcoming 2020 Japanese Olympics with official Goku Merch! We all share opinions on the 23 and Me DNA Kit. Nerds and Iron are proud sponsors of the LA CLICKA Men's Basketball Team! Gordon Ramsey is bringing a Hell's Kitchen to Tahoe, CA! Noel defends Planet Fitness. Miguel lists off a list of "New Age Rappers" to Noel and Andrew -- find out their thoughts on the newest music trend. Last but not least we end this episode discussing our opinions on Fit Shaming
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