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PODCAST

The Dad Bods and Dumbbells Podcast

Barton Bryan and Mitch Royer

The hosts Mitch and Bart discuss fitness, fatherhood, and guy stuff to help men live a great life, have fun, laugh, and get a little more fit in this weekly Podcast.

health & fitness

All Episodes

36:11

Marathons, Strength Training Updates, and Supporting...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text We discuss the devastating floods in Texas and how people can help the affected communities by donating to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. • Reflecting on the transition from powerlifting competition to new fitness goals • Exploring workout variations including shoulder press, Bulgarian split squats, and high-volume training • Finding balance between maintaining strength and pursuing cardio goals like marathon training • Ghost energy drinks and David ...

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43:37

Michael Mercieca’s Story: "How Pinewood Judo saved my...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text Michael Mercieca shares his powerful story of transformation through judo and how a tough-love coach changed the trajectory of his life from a bullied, anemic child to a champion athlete. • Former professional athlete nicknamed "The Silver Moose" by his judo coach at age 11 • Found judo at Pinewood Judo Club after being bullied at school and within his large immigrant family • Coach Don Werner built champions through high expectations and no-nonsense approach to competition • ...

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12:46

From Powerlifting Rankings to Book Launches: Our...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text We've just discovered our national powerlifting rankings, with Bart placing #2 in Texas and #20 nationally in Masters 2 division, while Mitch ranks #8 in Texas and #44 nationally in Masters 1 division. • Bart spent time in Newport Beach teaching his son, niece, and nephew how to surf • Mitch traveled to New York for a media tour promoting Nick Bare's book "Go One More" • The book sold out within one hour of launch and now has over 30,000 copies in circulation • Nic...

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33:30

Table Topics With Britt, Mitch and Bart (Part 2)

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2025/06/26

Send us a text Mitch, Bart, and their guest Britt dive into their Spin the Zin discussions, covering everything from favorite movies to embarrassing songs, revealing surprising connections between personal preferences and core values. • Top three movies reveal emotional connections – from The Natural and Dead Poets Society to the entire John Wick franchise • Sports teach kids crucial life skills: teamwork, respecting authority, handling both victory and defeat with grace • Creative sports ma...

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42:52

Table Topics with Britt, Mitch, and Bart (Part 1)

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2025/06/19

Send us a text Our summer series continues with returning guest Brit as we dive into the challenges of parenting during summer break, conspiracy theories we find most plausible, and celebrating marriage milestones. • Creating structure during summer break to avoid the dreaded "I'm bored" from kids • Dealing with mixed emotions when kids are away at summer camp • The mathematical probability of extraterrestrial life and unexplained phenomena like the Phoenix Lights • Conversation about spirit...

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28:45

Bart and Mitch Join the 1000 pound club at their...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text Mitch and Bart share their experiences from their first powerlifting competition, discussing both the challenges they faced and the personal records they achieved. • Overcoming the formalities of an organized powerlifting competition including weigh-ins and attempt selections • Learning the importance of following judges' commands after both hosts had lifts disqualified • Competing in squat, bench press, and deadlift with varying degrees of success • Both hos...

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28:42

The Official Pre-Powerlifting Competition Episode!!

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2025/06/05

Send us a text Mitch and Bart count down the final days before their first-ever powerlifting competition, facing unexpected challenges and embracing their rookie status in a new sport. • Bart discusses a rib injury that threatens his competition readiness, currently giving him a 70% chance of competing • Mitch shares his anxiety about wearing a powerlifting singlet and making weight for his class • Both hosts completed their final heavy training sessions, successfully hitting their first att...

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39:51

The Hidden Cost of Six-Pack Abs at 40 years old and...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Bart announces his retirement from boot camp training after a decade, reflecting on the community built and lives changed through fitness programs. The guys explore the challenges of getting visible abs at 40 and debate what sacrifices are worth making for fitness goals. • Bart is retiring from Camp Gladiator boot camps after 10+ years of training • Final workout celebration happening Saturday, May 31st at Austin Oaks Church • Mitch and Bart met through these boot camps, creat...

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30:19

Bad Thoughts, NBA Playoffs, and Strength Gains

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2025/05/22

Send us a text We return from our short break to discuss Bart's impressive gains in powerlifting and our upcoming competition on June 7th. • Bart makes significant strength improvements with a focus on technique and programming • Mitch orders his singlet and powerlifting belt in preparation for June 7th • We break down projected attempts for squat, bench press, and deadlift • Bart hopes to squat 300-330lbs, bench press 245lbs with proper pause technique, and deadlift 405-440lbs • NBA p...

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42:56

Powerlifting, NBA Playoffs, & Cam Hanes’ new Book

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2025/04/24

Send us a text We explore competitive powerlifting as middle-aged fitness enthusiasts, breaking down the key differences between training for strength versus muscle growth, while also touching on NBA playoff predictions and Cam Haines' upcoming book release. • Discussing current NBA playoff matchups with focus on Lakers-Timberwolves and other key series • Announcing Cam Haines' new book "Undeniable" coming May 6th, highlighting profiles of extraordinary performers • Detailed breakdown ...

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26:55

Fun Bonus Pod: Bart talks Maximizing Muscle After 40

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2025/04/17

Send us a text We uncover the nuts and bolts of maintaining and building muscle in your 40s and 50s through optimized gym workouts. This chapter of life requires smart training strategies as our bodies don't recover as quickly as they once did. • Seven essential concepts for building muscle past 40 years old • Creating an effective workout split: push-pull-legs or push-pull-legs-rest-upper-lower-rest • Selecting the right compound movements for each major muscle group • Incorporating isolati...

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67:42

Fun bonus Pod: Policy Dog Stories with Bart and...

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2025/04/11

Send us a text Patrick O'Connor shares his experiences working with police dogs in the Austin Police Department's canine division, revealing the deep bonds formed with his partners Tex and Murph and the life-saving work they performed together. • Police dogs work primarily as locating tools with extraordinary scent capabilities that function at parts per billion • German Shepherds, Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds are selected for their drive, intelligence, and physical abilities • Handler-dog ...

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33:44

Strength Coach James DeLacy talks the Latest Science...

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2025/04/03

Send us a text James DeLacy shares his expertise on strength training for parents and athletes, revealing why less can sometimes mean more when it comes to building strength. • Former strength and conditioning coach for professional rugby with a Master's in Sports and Exercise Science • Father of two young children who fits training around family life in his garage gym • Acquired the Lift Big Eat Big brand in 2021 to deliver quality strength programming • Advocates stopping sets 2-4 reps sho...

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26:09

Hair Gains, Strength Gains, and Crazy Spring Break...

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2025/03/27

Send us a text Mitch and Bart share their transformative experiences with hair restoration treatments from Solutions Pharmacy, discuss powerlifting progress updates, and swap harrowing spring break vacation stories. • Remarkable results from a specialized hair restoration cream combining cetrozyte and ribose that activates dormant hair follicles • The importance of starting hair restoration treatment before complete hair loss occurs • Bart's strength training progress and the value of comple...

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46:19

Britt Knighton Interview: Humor, Fatherhood and...

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2025/03/20

Send us a text Britt Knighton shares his remarkable journey from getting fired before his first job to becoming CEO of Home Care Interact, with pivotal stops including tsunami relief work in Sri Lanka where he met his wife and overcoming a life-changing car accident. • Fourth-generation Baylor graduate who planned to write speeches and join SNL • Lost his first job before starting, leading him to Sri Lanka for relief work where he met his future wife • Helped build 90 homes for tsunami victi...

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26:45

Bart on Turning 50, his birthday workout and the...

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2025/03/13

Send us a text Bart celebrates his 50th birthday with a unique "lift big, eat big" party at an outdoor gym followed by BBQ with close friends, demonstrating you can still deadlift 400 pounds at the half-century mark. • Bart - Turning 50 with a workout party at Lift ATX instead of a traditional pub crawl • Mitch - Deadlifting 400 pounds with minimal warm-up, suggesting potential for 500+ with proper technique • Bart - Setting ambitious goals for the decade: 1000-pound powerlifting total and s...

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22:02

Mitch wants a "Manly" Summer Body and is Powerlifting...

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2025/03/06

Send us a text A candid exploration of body image challenges in powerlifting, along with strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while managing weight. Staff concerns about weight, training intensity, and emotional ties to eating habits highlighted. • Jokes and light-hearted moments start the episode • Spotlight on Rx Solutions as key sponsor • Discussion about body image and feelings of weight gain • Personal experiences shared regarding nutrition and overindulgence...

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29:55

Luka and the Lakers Deep-dive and Mitch's "22 Drink"...

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2025/02/27

Send us a text Running a marathon doesn't have to be just about the finish line. We share entertaining insights from Bart's recent experience at the Austin Marathon, where the spirit of celebration met the trials of physical feats. It’s a humorous take on how community spirit and libations can merge with endurance races. • Bart discusses the challenges of being under-trained for the Austin Marathon • The atmosphere of the Austin Marathon with enthusiastic spectators • Bart shares...

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30:48

From Missed Lifts to Mastery: Unlocking Powerlifting...

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2025/02/20

Send us a text Today’s conversation revolves around our journey into the world of powerlifting as we prepare for our first competition. We discuss techniques, training strategies, and the importance of lifting with proper form, while sharing our personal goals and experiences with the sport. • Reflecting on our first powerlifting competition experience • Committing to future competitions and the Gods of Iron event • Importance of training programs like Lift Big, Eat Big&nbs...

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32:44

Tips on Improving Mitch's Grip Strength to Discussing...

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2025/02/13

Send us a text Listeners gain actionable advice on improving grip strength, muscle recovery, and overall health as they age. Key discussions include the importance of specific exercises, dietary supplements, and regular monitoring of hormone levels to continue progressing in strength training. • Addressing grip strength to improve lifting performance • Importance of protein, creatine, and omega-3 supplements • Regular blood work to monitor health and hormone levels • Flexib...

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