# #557: The secret to building strength with Ilona Maher

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Podcast: [The GIST of It](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gist-of-it-744020)
Published: 2026-05-19T09:00:23+00:00
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## Resource

Two words: Ilona Maher. The rugby star and queen of the Internet joins The GIST of It today, sitting down with senior editor Lauren Tuiskula for a convo on building strength, something Ilona knows better than anyone. Trust us — by the end of this episode, you’ll be ready to add another plate at the gym. Show notes: Check out Muscle Milk’s new protein shakes Hockey Canada resists joining abuse registry as other sports publish bans The GIST: 📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz

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