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 Donate to the show via PayPal HERE . You can also join Dr Mike's Insider Newsletter for more info on how to add muscle, improve your performance and body comp - all without destroying your health, go to www.ironradiodrmike.com Thank you! Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie