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Iron Culture presented by MASS

Eric Helms, Eric Trexler

Booking Overview

This is an evidence-based strength-training and physical-culture show featuring host discussions, expert panels, and interviews with authoritative figures in lifting, bodybuilding, coaching, and exercise science. Credible pitches include bodybuilding and physique coaches, resistance-training researchers, sports-nutrition experts, and experienced performance professionals with practical expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests need meaningful authority but need not be mainstream celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 402

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 6.5k subscribers

Instagram: 201.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

erichelms@3dmusclejourney.com

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Host

Eric Helms - Researcher, coach, author, and natural bodybuilder known for evidence-based work in resistance training, nutrition, and physique development.

Eric Trexler - Exercise scientist, researcher, coach, and author specializing in resistance training, muscle growth, nutrition, and evidence-based fitness practice.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Demonstrated expertise in bodybuilding, resistance training, exercise science, sports nutrition, coaching, or athletic performance, supported by substantial coaching experience, research, competition experience, or evidence-based educational work.
Required Achievements:  
Substantial coaching experience with physique athletes or lifters, Published or well-established work in exercise science, nutrition, or training education, Competitive bodybuilding, strength-sport, or athletic-performance experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Steve Hall - Drop Sets, Myo-reps, Autoregulation, Cardio In Bodybuilding, Recovery, And Efficient Resistance-training Strategies.

Richard Collins - Bodybuilding Coaching, Motivation, Rapport, Accountability, Emotional Intelligence, Client Context, And Long-term Adherence.

Recent Topics

Health, Strength Training, Bodybuilding, Exercise Science, Sports Nutrition

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Iron Culture presented by MASS
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BONUS: The Missing Dimension to Optimum Sports Nutrition? - Eric Helms & Steve Hall

October 06, 2026

In this episode, Eric Helms and Steve Hall explore the nature of aging, the importance of self-awareness, and practical insights into nutrition and training for bodybuilders.  They share personal stories, scientific perspectives, and coaching tips to help listeners optimize their health and performance. Catch new Iron Culture episodes every Tuesday at 5:30 pm eastern time! Be sure to use code "MRR10" for 10% off your order at elitefts.com Iron Culture is proudly presented by the MASS Research...

Ep 391 - What Can You REALLY Learn From Pre-Steroid Era Bodybuilders? (with Dr. Conor Heffernan)

September 30, 2026

This episode looks at bodybuilding before steroids became widespread, arguing that the era is far more useful (and more complicated) than the usual "pure, simple, natty golden age" story. Drs Eric Helms and Conor Heffernan break down how strength sport, judging standards, gym access, and culture shaped physiques from the 1940s through the 1950s. The big takeaway is that early bodybuilding was not a direct comparison to modern natural bodybuilding. The sport was tied to Olympic weightlifting, ...

Ep 390 - Is Muscle Loss Really a Big Deal?

September 23, 2026

Bodybuilders are laser-focused on retaining as much muscle as possible while dieting, and for very good reason. In that context, the smallest details matter. But what about everybody else?  This episode explores a hot take on weight loss, lean mass loss, and why the usual fear of losing muscle may be overstated in the context of successful long-term weight loss. Drs Eric Helms and Eric Trexler break down what lean mass loss actually represents, how body composition changes in obesity differ f...

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Frequently asked questions

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Iron Culture presented by MASS
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How do I get in touch with Iron Culture presented by MASS?

Iron Culture presented by MASS is hosted by Eric Helms and Eric Trexler. Its publicly listed email is erichelms@3dmusclejourney.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Iron Culture presented by MASS?

The publicly listed email for Iron Culture presented by MASS: erichelms@3dmusclejourney.com.

How many listeners does Iron Culture presented by MASS have?

Podseeker estimates Iron Culture presented by MASS reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Iron Culture presented by MASS?

Iron Culture presented by MASS typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Demonstrated expertise in bodybuilding, resistance training, exercise science, sports nutrition, coaching, or athletic performance, supported by substantial coaching experience, research, competition experience, or evidence-based educational work. Common among recent guests: Substantial coaching experience with physique athletes or lifters; Published or well-established work in exercise science, nutrition, or training education; Competitive bodybuilding, strength-sport, or athletic-performance experience. Recent guests include Steve Hall and Richard Collins.

How hard is it to get booked on Iron Culture presented by MASS?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Iron Culture presented by MASS cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Strength Training, Bodybuilding, Exercise Science, and Sports Nutrition. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

erichelms@3dmusclejourney.com

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