{"podcast":{"title":"Iron Summit","slug":"iron-summit-6684520","podcast_index_feed_id":6684520,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/eb267960/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://www.ironsummittraining.com/","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/39351672/39351672-1745509618908-e70e4a956c14c.jpg","author":"Ryan Deakin and Max Wessell","episode_count":146,"summary":"Our mission at Iron Summit is to help individuals maximize life and performance through health and fitness. No matter what that looks like for you, we want individuals to feel their best, and get the most out their life. We believe the foundation to a fulfilling life starts with mastering one’s own health.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-19T02:18:23.860855+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/iron-summit-6684520"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 137: How to Build Muscle without Getting Fat","slug":"episode-137-how-to-build-muscle-without-getting-fat","published_at":"2026-07-03T23:45:04+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/iron-summit-6684520/episode-137-how-to-build-muscle-without-getting-fat","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/iron-summit-6684520","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ironsummit/episodes/Episode-137-How-to-Build-Muscle-without-Getting-Fat-e3lknst","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/eb267960/podcast/play/122363229/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-3%2F427325043-44100-2-4b5279de3c817.mp3","summary":"Building muscle doesn't have to mean getting soft. In this episode of Iron Summit, we break down how to maximize muscle growth while keeping fat gain to a minimum. From setting the right calorie surplus and dialing in your nutrition to training with progressive overload and knowing when to use mini cuts, we cover the evidence-based strategies that actually work. We also bust common lean bulking myths, discuss the supplements worth your money, and give you a practical step-by-step plan to start building muscle today. If you want to get bigger without spending months trying to diet off unnecessary body fat, this episode is for you. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources: https://bio.site/ironsummit Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON","meta_description":"Building muscle doesn't have to mean getting soft. In this episode of Iron Summit, we break down how to maximize muscle growth while keeping fat gain to a…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3060,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/iron-summit-6684520/episodes/episode-137-how-to-build-muscle-without-getting-fat/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/iron-summit-6684520/episode-137-how-to-build-muscle-without-getting-fat.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}