Podcasts about contest prep

AI can calculate macros, analyze data, build workouts, answer questions, and give you more fitness information in seconds than we ever had access to before.And I think that's a great thing. I use AI myself.But information isn't coaching.A good coach learns you—how your body responds, when to push, when to back off, when to change absolutely nothing, and how stress, work, family, sleep, travel, and life itself can affect the plan.Then there's something no algorithm can manufacture: experience and relationships.

In Part 2 of Competitive Bodybuilding Truths You Need To Hear, I'm getting even more real about the side of women's bodybuilding that nobody really talks about. I'm talking about GLP-1s and appetite suppressants in contest prep, losing your period, RED-S, perimenopause, post-show binge eating, relationships, body image, and the emotional cost of making bodybuilding your entire identity. I'm also sharing why your stage body is something you're "renting for the day" - not something you're meant to live in forever.   After nearly 15 years in bodybuilding, almost 20 competitions, becoming an IFBB Pro, and coaching women through contest prep, I'm sharing what I wish more women knew before stepping on stage and what I've learned now that I'm on the other side of it. If you're considering competitive bodybuilding, currently in contest prep, or wondering what really happens to women's bodies and lives behind the scenes, this episode is for you. #Bodybuilding #WomensBodybuilding #ContestPrep   Key Takeaways: 01:18 The Truth About GLP-1s in Bodybuilding 05:21 Losing Your Period Isn't a Flex 07:18 Contest Prep, Hormones & Being Over 40 08:59 Why Post-Show Recovery Matters 12:51 Nobody Really Cares - Do It For You 14:24 Take ALL the Photos While You're Lean 15:52 The Toll Prep Can Take on Relationships 19:40 Who Are You Without Bodybuilding? 21:24 What Bodybuilding Actually Taught Me 24:53 Am I Happier Now?    Links mentioned: Haven't listened to Part 1 yet? Go back and catch it here first: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/competitive-bodybuilding-truths-you-need-to-hear   Want more? Join the newsletter! Behind the scenes of the pivot, brand partnerships, real life in progress, and the things I'd only tell you in a DM: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/newsletter   Connect with Diane: Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Come find me on Instagram and reply to my Stories. I actually read everything and your opinion literally shapes the brand work I do:  https://www.instagram.com/thebossbitchdiane/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Are you a brand looking to work with me? I create content for brands I actually use and love. With 19 years of marketing and sales experience and an audience of women over 40 who are done being ignored by the brands that should be speaking to them. View my portfolio and let's talk: https://buffbunny.my.canva.site/diane-flores-ugc-portfolio    Freebies: Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program 

Here we are again with another episode of contest prep hot takes! This week we discuss how much should you pose? Should you look for a coach with the most pro card wins? Is wanting to be shredded year round ruining your gains? All this and more!! Follow us on IG @preplifepodcast @glamgirlbikini @amyehinger @leemarie183   Watch on YouTube: Glam Girl Bikini   Join the team: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/get-started/    1st Phorm Supplements we use: https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=glamgirlbikini 

Prep isn't supposed to be easy, you can't choose a show based on your vacation schedule, workouts don't need to change every week and being a cardio queen isn't a badge of honor! In this episode we tackle some controversial hot takes from an online coaching perspective!  Follow us on IG @preplifepodcast @glamgirlbikini @amyehinger @leemarie183   Watch on YouTube: Glam Girl Bikini   Join the team: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/get-started/    1st Phorm Supplements we use: https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=glamgirlbikini   

How do you take a physique athlete from a productive Building Phase all the way to stage condition while preserving as much muscle, training performance and recovery as possible?And does the traditional approach of continually cutting calories, adding cardio and pushing harder as the show gets closer actually make sense?In Part 3 and the final installment of my Intermittent Modified Fasting series, I'm joined once again by Lyle McDonald to take the IMF framework into one of its most advanced applications: contest preparation.We start by discussing something that often gets overlooked before the diet even begins: how to transition intelligently from gaining into fat loss.Rather than treating Building and Fat Loss Phases like an on/off switch, Lyle explains his Pre-Diet or Transition Phase and why temporarily moving toward maintenance, adjusting resistance-training volume and gradually introducing cardio may better prepare an athlete for a longer dieting phase.From there, we get deep into contest prep and discuss how IMF allows us to think differently about where we place the calorie deficit across the week.Instead of simply eating less every day, IMF allows RFL days, maintenance days, training, cardio and carbohydrate availability to be strategically organized around the athlete's needs.Because the goal of contest prep isn't simply to lose weight.It's to arrive stage lean while preserving as much muscle and performance as possible.IN THIS EPISODE:HOW TO TRANSITION FROM A LEAN BUILDING PHASE INTO FAT LOSSLYLE'S PRE-DIET / TRANSITION PHASEWHY JUMPING DIRECTLY FROM A SURPLUS INTO AN AGGRESSIVE DEFICIT MAY NOT BE IDEALWHEN & HOW TO INTRODUCE CARDIOWHY RESISTANCE TRAINING DURING CONTEST PREP SHOULD PRIMARILY BE USED TO PRESERVE MUSCLEHOW LYLE WOULD STRUCTURE A NATURAL BODYBUILDING CONTEST PREP USING IMFHOW TO MANIPULATE RFL DAYS & MAINTENANCE DAYS AS A COMPETITOR GETS LEANERWHY GETTING AHEAD EARLY IN PREP CAN CREATE MORE OPTIONS LATERHOW TO PLACE MORE CALORIES & CARBOHYDRATES AROUND YOUR MOST IMPORTANT TRAINING SESSIONSWHY REFEEDS & MAINTENANCE DAYS BECOME MORE USEFUL DEEPER INTO PREPUSING REFEEDS AS PRACTICE RUNS FOR PEAK WEEKHOW TO DETERMINE WHEN YOU ACTUALLY LOOK YOUR BEST AFTER A CARB LOADWHY PEAK WEEK SHOULD BE PRACTICED RATHER THAN IMPROVISEDTHE PROBLEMS WITH EXTREME WATER DEPLETION & OUTDATED PEAK-WEEK PRACTICESWHY EVERY REFEED, MAINTENANCE DAY & DIET BREAK NEEDS TO EARN ITS PLACE DURING CONTEST PREPThe bigger theme running through this entire series is nutritional periodization.Fat loss still requires an energy deficit. IMF doesn't change that.What it potentially changes is where we place that deficit, allowing us to push harder when the physiological cost is lower while providing more energy when training performance, recovery and muscle retention matter most.For physique athletes and coaches interested in the finer details of getting stage lean without blindly relying on more restriction, more cardio and more fatigue, this is an episode you won't want to miss.WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Brandon on IG:https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/For Info on Brandon's Coaching Services:https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiryEmail:Bdacruzfitness@gmail.comLYLE'S NEWEST BOOKS: https://store.bodyrecomposition.comSAVE 20% BY USING CODE: larrywon

Most competitors don't lose their physique during peak week, they lose it in the month leading up to the show. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes bodybuilders make during the final four weeks of contest prep, including rushing fat loss, making emotional decisions, changing drugs unnecessarily, overdoing posing, and mismanaging training fatigue. If you want to bring your best physique to the stage, this episode will help you avoid the mistakes that cost competitors their best look. If you want more episodes like this — where we translate research into practical coaching decisions — subscribe and follow along each week.

Did Regan Grimes get screwed at the 2026 Texas Pro? We break down his close battle with Patrick Moore, plus John Jewett, Andrew Jacked and Nick Walker's Olympia prep. Then, 5 rules for surviving contest prep without ruining the rest of your life — staying focused without letting bodybuilding, food and optimization take over everything. 0:00 2026 Texas Pro Breakdown 1:30 Did Regan Grimes Get Screwed? 3:40 Regan Grimes vs. Patrick Moore 11:15 John Jewett & Jonarthur Duncan 12:45 John Jewett's Incredible Transformation 21:20 Is Andrew Jacked Training Hard Enough? 22:40 Nick Walker's Olympia Training Camp 24:00 Bodybuilders are so OCD 27:30 5 Rules for Surviving Contest Prep Without Ruining Your Life 28:50 Keep One Part of Your Life Normal 32:00 Don't Judge Yourself Off One Bad Check-In 37:00 Stop Making Food the Center of Your Life 41:50 Spend Time With Non-Bodybuilders 53:30 The Trick to Getting More Out of Life 57:30 Stop Trying to Optimize EVERYTHING 1:00:00 Ron's Great Story About His First Nationals 1:04:00 Ron & Dusty Talk Football LISTENER QUESTIONS 1:06:30 Dusty's Favorite Cigar 1:08:00 Ron Wants Dorian Yates to Sign the Gym Wall 1:12:00 Going to a Bodybuilding Gym for the First Time 1:18:30 Mimicking Your Favorite Bodybuilder 1:22:50 Clen or SLU-PP-332 in the Offseason? 1:28:45 TV Show Recommendations

Five years ago, I recorded a podcast answering one of the most common questions I get from competitors:How long should I prep for a show?It went on to become one of my most-listened-to episodes—and five years later, the topic is just as relevant.So I'm bringing it back.

IFBB Pro Kuba Cielen joins us to break down why not all steroids are created equal—and why the best cycle depends on how YOU respond. Kuba explains how he chooses compounds for himself and his clients, why high testosterone is his foundation, Masteron vs Primobolan, titrating testosterone, and whether the same cycle can work in both the offseason and contest prep. 0:00 Same Steroid Cycle for Offseason & Prep? 1:00 Not All Steroids Are Created Equal 7:30 High Testosterone as the Foundation 9:45 Masteron vs Primobolan: Kuba's Experience 15:00 Why Kuba Is Dropping Masteron 22:30 Same Cycle for Offseason & Contest Prep 30:00 Learning Steroids One Compound at a Time 33:00 How Kuba Chooses Compounds for Clients 37:00 How Kuba Titrates Testosterone Higher 44:00 When to Use Knee Sleeves & Lifting Gear 49:40 Proper Bracing for Better Ab Control 57:30 Why Kuba Plans Time to Do NOTHING 1:02:00 Managing Blood Pressure in Bodybuilding 1:07:10 SLU-PP-332: Was the Hype Justified? Support the show and shop with our advertisers : http://www.thinkbigbodybuilding.com

In dieser Episode sprechen wir, Daniel Kubik, Marco Haas und René, bekannt als Lord of Phantasms, über eine der unbequemsten Fragen im Bodybuilding: Sind Bodybuilder wirklich asozial? Das Gespräch geht weit über Klischees hinaus und taucht tief in die psychologischen, sozialen und finanziellen Realitäten des (enhanced) Bodybuildings ein. René teilt offen seine Erfahrungen aus der Contest Prep, seinem Umzug nach Griechenland, den Herausforderungen im Coaching und den extremen Maßnahmen, die viele Athleten in Kauf nehmen. Dabei geht es um Identität, mentale Belastung, hormonelle Eingriffe, finanzielle Risiken und die Frage, wie sehr der Sport die Psyche verändern kann. Gemeinsam beleuchten wir die Unterschiede zwischen Natural‑ und Enhanced‑Bodybuilding, sprechen über die Kosten von Steroiden und Supplements, die mentale Anfälligkeit vieler Athleten und die Gratwanderung zwischen Leidenschaft und Selbstzerstörung. Eine Episode voller ehrlicher Einblicke, kontroverser Themen und tiefgehender Reflexionen über einen Sport, der oft missverstanden wird.

How to lose the last bit of body fat for contest prep without destroying your physique. Getting stage lean isn't about doing more cardio, eating less food, or throwing more supplements and drugs at the problem. In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes bodybuilders make in the final weeks of contest prep—and what actually works to get peeled while preserving muscle, recovery, and performance. Whether you're a bodybuilding coach or competitor, this episode explains why more isn't always better when chasing your best conditioning. If you want more episodes like this — where we translate research into practical coaching decisions — subscribe and follow along each week.

If you've ever thought, "I'll be happy when I lose 10 pounds," this episode is for you. As an IFBB Pro who competed in 16 bodybuilding shows, I reached my leanest at 128 pounds - and I was the most miserable I'd ever been. In this episode, I'm sharing the truth about body dysmorphia, extreme dieting, hormone health, and why losing weight didn't give me the happiness I thought it would. We'll talk about why the scale isn't the best measure of health, how chasing the "perfect body" can steal your joy, and what truly matters if you want to feel strong, healthy, and confident. If this episode speaks to you, share it with a woman who's been waiting to live her life until she loses the weight! #BodyDysmorphia #WeightLossJourney #Bodybuilding    Key Takeaways: 00:43 If You're Waiting to Lose 10 Pounds... 01:56 What Being 128 Pounds Was Really Like 04:03 The Reality of Contest Prep 05:10 When the Compliments Start Rolling In 07:47 The Truth About Body Dysmorphia 11:35 What Happens After the Goal Is Over 14:49 Learning to Heal My Relationship with Food & My Body 18:16 Why I Stopped Comparing Myself Online 19:12 The Scale Isn't the Whole Story 23:33 Why I Don't Trust BMI 27:21 Would I Do Bodybuilding Again? 28:52 What I Hope You Take Away from This 32:53 If You're Struggling, Please Reach Out 34:09 One Last Thing Before You Go Links mentioned: Need support? The National Alliance for Eating Disorders offers free resources, treatment referrals, and support for anyone affected by eating disorders https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/   Want more? Join the newsletter! Behind the scenes of the pivot, brand partnerships, real life in progress, and the things I'd only tell you in a DM: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/newsletter   Connect with Diane: Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Come find me on Instagram and reply to my Stories. I actually read everything and your opinion literally shapes the brand work I do:  https://www.instagram.com/thebossbitchdiane/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Are you a brand looking to work with me? I create content for brands I actually use and love. With 19 years of marketing and sales experience and an audience of women over 40 who are done being ignored by the brands that should be speaking to them. View my portfolio and let's talk: https://buffbunny.my.canva.site/diane-flores-ugc-portfolio  Freebies: Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program   

Welcome to Episode 216 of the Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast. This week, the boys put some of the most common contest prep foods on trial. Some are timeless bodybuilding staples. Others are aggressively marketed “diet foods” that may not deserve the reputation they have earned. From chicken and rice, oats and egg whites to FroPro pizza, Ninja Creamis, Pepsi Max and sugar-free lollies, everything is being ranked from S tier to D tier. Along the way, the boys debate whether chicken and rice is genuinely elite or simply protected by bodybuilding tradition, whether a Ninja Creami can save a prep or worsen food focus, and why certain low-calorie options may create more digestive problems than they solve. Enjoy! Instagram Handles: Bodybuilding Down Under: https://www.instagram.com/bodybuildingdownunder/?hl=en Jack: https://www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/ Daniel C: https://www.instagram.com/daniel.chapelle/ Lawrence: https://www.instagram.com/general.muscle/ Daniel Y: https://www.instagram.com/dy.fit/

In this episode, our prep coaches break down some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding contest prep. From the belief that you are eating TOO little to evoke fat loss or that you are doing too much cardio (or too little), they separate fact from fiction and explain what it really takes to achieve a successful prep.

In Episode 393 of It's Just Bodybuilding, Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, and Scott McNally sit down with new IFBB Pro and Mutant athlete Ranya Temizkan. They discuss her journey to the pro stage, training with her husband and coach, contest prep, the future of women's bodybuilding, and the mindset that's driven her rapid rise in the sport. 00:00 — Meet Ranya Temizkan | IFBB Women's Bodybuilding Rising Star 02:22 — Pro Debut Review & What's Next 03:08 — Training With Her Husband & Coach 06:48 — Chasing the Top of Women's Bodybuilding 08:18 — Off-Season Growth, Body Fat & Contest Prep 13:46 — Staying Confident During Prep 16:41 — From Competitive Dance to IFBB Pro 20:22 — Finding the Right Division: Figure, Wellness & Bodybuilding 21:30 — Moving to Las Vegas & Building a Career 24:03 — Training Secrets, Rear Delts & Favorite Gym Equipment 26:32 — Growing Into the Women's Bodybuilding Look 30:37 — Advice for Women Thinking About Bodybuilding 35:03 — Is Women's Bodybuilding Becoming More Extreme? 37:27 — Judging Standards, Division Creep & The Future of the Sport 39:51 — Social Media, Online Criticism & Building a Legacy 46:26 — Biggest Misconceptions About Female Bodybuilders 47:05 — The Sacrifices & Rewards of Bodybuilding 49:11 — What People Don't Understand About Contest Prep 50:42 — Is Bodybuilding More Mental Than Physical? 52:27 — Prep Habits, Daily Rituals & Staying Focused 53:17 — Rapid Fire: Music, Movies, Bodybuilding Legends & In-N-Out 57:49 — Final Thoughts

In dieser Episode des The Age of Iron Podcasts sprechen Daniel Kubik, Tobias Büchner und Marco Haas über die wichtigsten Red Flags im Bodybuilding‑Coaching, besonders in der Contest Prep. Die beiden teilen ihre Erfahrungen aus hunderten Athletenbetreuungen und erklären, woran man früh erkennt, dass eine Prep in die falsche Richtung läuft. Sie sprechen über fehlende Kommunikation zwischen Athlet und Coach, schlechte Showauswahl, mangelnde Transparenz, unrealistische Erwartungen und die Frage, wie man Check‑Ins und Tracking‑Daten wirklich effektiv nutzt. Dazu geht es um Verantwortlichkeiten, mentale Belastung, Coaching‑Philosophien und die langfristigen Konsequenzen schlechter Entscheidungen. Eine Episode voller ehrlicher Einblicke, klarer Warnsignale und praktischer Tipps für alle, die eine erfolgreiche und gesunde Wettkampfvorbereitung anstreben.

Rob talks natural bodybuilding, and the benefits he has gleaned from switching to a carnivore diet as it relates to his overall well-being and his fitness endeavors.  IG: optimal_carnivore Youtube: Optimal Carnivore FB: Rob Wardley FB Business: Optimal Carnivore Tiktok: Optimal Carnivore Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:33 Introduction 06:34 Natural bodybuilding and enhanced games 08:54 Living on a carnivore diet 12:58 Adapting to carnivore diet changes 15:49 Switching to a carnivore diet 19:32 Bodybuilding with carnivore diet 22:10 Cutting body fat too aggressively 26:28 Breaking down carnivore diet types 29:22 Managing weight and body fat 30:55 Natural bodybuilding cycle 33:53 High frequency workout approach 38:08 Diet challenges for carnivore show prep 41:18 Shift from meat to supplements 45:37 Working with diverse clients Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

How Long Are Steroid Cycles in 2026? Dave Crosland and Scott McNally break down modern bodybuilding cycles, strength-focused PED protocols, PCT strategies, TRT, fertility, and the latest compounds being discussed in the industry. We also react to Mitch Hooper's revealed cycle, discuss oral steroids for strength, and answer listener questions. Plus, stay for Dave the Fugitive Pt 3! 0:00 Steroid Cycles For Strength (Show Preview) 1:00 Podcast Sponsors & Support 2:00 Best Steroid Cycles for Strength Gains 4:45 Strongman PED Cycles: Off-Season vs Contest Prep 9:45 Performance Enhancing Drugs Beyond Anabolic Steroids 11:15 Best Oral Steroids for Strength 15:00 Strength Cycles for Average Lifters 19:00 Mitch Hooper Reveals His PED Cycle 22:45 Our Reaction to Mitch Hooper's Cycle 26:00 How Long Is a Used Steroid Vial Sterile? 29:45 Why Injection Infections Seem Less Common Today 31:30 Enclomiphene as a TRT Alternative? 36:20 Testosterone Crash After PCT Explained 38:30 Are Bodybuilding Approaches Different Around the World? 43:00 Winstrol vs Anavar for Contest Prep 44:00 Anavar and Sleep Problems 45:40 Fertility Protocols While Staying on TRT 49:45 SLU-PP-332 and 5-Amino-1MQ Before a Contest 53:10 Low Dose Testosterone and NPP Cycles 57:00 How Long Can You Stay On Cycle and Still Recover? 58:00 Is Gaining 8 Pounds of Muscle in One Cycle Possible? 1:04:35 Can Natural Lifters Build Better Muscle Using GH? 1:11:00 Dave the Fugitive Part 3 1:29:30 Behind the Scenes Stories & Final Thoughts UK Blood Work Get your Labs done by Dave in the UK : https://evalbloodanalysis.com/home/ Support the Podcast Patreon — Help keep the show growing. Even $5/month makes a difference. https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding Sponsors TRUE NUTRITION — Custom supplements for serious lifters Use code THINK to save https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK STROM SPORTS — Performance supplements trusted by athletes UK: https://tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US: https://stromsportsus.com Supplement Source Canada — Top brand supplements with fast shipping http://www.supplementsource.ca Merch Official THINK BIG Merch — Train, represent, support the brand https://think-big.printify.me/products

Podbean Caption: Welcome back to Part 2 of the Comp Prep Playoffs! We pick up right where we left off, diving into the quarter finals, semis and ultimately crowning a winner. The people have spoken and zero cardio has been sent packing, so with the final eight locked in, the bracket really heats up. Refeeds versus coaching, high protein versus low stress, quality training versus the meal plan, and carb loading versus food noise control all go head to head before the semis deliver some genuinely tough calls. There are some interesting tangents along the way, including how low protein would need to drop before you accept higher stress, whether food noise actually changes outcomes for disciplined athletes, and whether a great coach essentially renders every other variable redundant. We also celebrate 4 years of BDU, a massive milestone and one we certainly don't take for granted. Thank you to everyone who has been along for the ride. Enjoy!   Instagram Handles: Bodybuilding Down Under: https://www.instagram.com/bodybuildingdownunder/ Jack: https://www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/ Daniel C: https://www.instagram.com/daniel.chapelle/ Lawrence: https://www.instagram.com/general.muscle/ Daniel Y: https://www.instagram.com/dy.fit/

Welcome to Episode 207 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! In this episode, we run a contest prep playoffs, putting key bodybuilding strategies head-to-head to determine what actually matters most across a successful prep. We work through a range of common approaches used by competitors and coaches, comparing how different strategies stack up in practice and where they may (or may not) make a meaningful difference. Each matchup is assessed based on real-world application, coaching experience, and overall impact on physique outcomes. This is Part 1 of the playoffs, we move through the opening rounds and quarter finals, with the remaining matchups and final decisions to come in Part 2! Instagram Handles: Bodybuilding Down Under: https://www.instagram.com/bodybuildingdownunder/ Jack: https://www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/ Daniel C: https://www.instagram.com/daniel.chapelle/ Lawrence: https://www.instagram.com/general.muscle/ Daniel Y: https://www.instagram.com/dy.fit/

Send us Fan MailDave Wheeler and Candace Rae are officially wrapping up the very first season of Serving Sundays. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in, listened, and supported the show on this journey! The duo is hitting pause on the podcast right now so Candace Rae can dedicate her full focus to her intensive workout regimen and prep for her upcoming fitness competition this June. Dave and Candace will be back behind the mics to kick off Season 2 before the end of the year. Stay tuned, stay healthy, and we will see you next season! Start Your "Day One" with The Rae Within Here:The Rae WithinWheeler Waves Art ChannelYouTubeInstagramGet 20% off at Checkout using the promo code "RAE" when you buy The Best Underwear on the planet:Sheath UnderwearWatch the Show on YouTubeYouTube.com/wheelerj28Support the showFollow us on social media:Dave WheelerCandace Rae

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Serving Sundays, Dave Wheeler and Candace Rae dive into the psychological and physical trials of preparing for a fitness competition. As Candace navigates a grueling phase of low-carb dieting and high-intensity workouts, the couple explores the "food cucking" dynamic—where Candace finds vicarious pleasure in watching Dave eat the delicious foods she currently cannot have. They also share a proud parenting moment regarding their eldest son's success in a provincial public speaking competition, leading to a broader discussion on the fears and rewards of performing for a live audience. Start Your "Day One" with The Rae Within Here:The Rae WithinWheeler Waves Art ChannelYouTubeInstagramGet 20% off at Checkout using the promo code "RAE" when you buy The Best Underwear on the planet:Sheath UnderwearWatch the Show on YouTubeYouTube.com/wheelerj28Support the showFollow us on social media:Dave WheelerCandace Rae

Finn, Josh & Reece discuss FIBO, PCA Naturals, prep fatigue, and bodybuilding standards.⸻This episode covers:FIBO experience reviewPCA Naturals resultsContest prep strugglesJudging & conditioning debatePeak week & show day discussion

Welcome to a game-changing episode of the “Peak Physique Podcast!”

Dave Crosland and Scott McNally break down the latest real-world bodybuilding and PED topics, including a massive Chicago steroid bust, GH effects, MENT side effects, retatrutide insights, liver health, and practical cycle strategies. This episode of DNS delivers unfiltered discussion, experience-based advice, and industry insight you won't hear anywhere else. 0:00 Support the Podcast – Shop Our Sponsors Below 1:05 Chicago Steroid & HGH Bust – 400 lbs Seized 2:35 Inside the Steroid Bust – What Really Happened 5:15 Will Trade System Changes Catch More Steroid Imports? 8:00 Are Small Packages at Risk? Customs Crackdown Explained 11:30 Controlled Delivery Stories – How Busts Actually Happen 16:00 Did Dusty Hanshaw Get Ripped Off in the UK? 25:00 China Raw Powder Issues – Latest Updates 26:20 Kickstarting Cycles with Tren Ace – Pros & Risks 30:00 Growth Hormone & Bone Growth Explained 31:30 Retatrutide Non-Responders – What's Going On? 34:30 MENT (Trestolone) & Gyno Risk 37:45 Equipoise (EQ) & Hematocrit – Is It Really That Bad? 41:45 Proviron Benefits – Should You Focus on SHBG? 44:00 Does MENT Aromatize? Breaking It Down 46:00 Cutting Cycle: Test, Mast, EQ, Tren E & GH 50:00 Retatrutide & Dopamine – Lowering Reward Response? 55:00 High AST Levels – Understanding Liver Health in Bodybuilding 56:00 Lost His Job Mid-Cycle – What Now? 59:10 How to Use Sustanon for Bodybuilding & Contest Prep 1:01:30 Best Steroid Cycles for Endurance Athletes 1:02:30 Speaking English with Dave 1:11:45 Why We Are Not on Spotify 1:17:50 Behind the Scenes – Podcast Wrap Up UK Blood Work Get your Labs done by Dave in the UK : https://evalbloodanalysis.com/home/ Support the Podcast Patreon — Help keep the show growing. Even $5/month makes a difference. https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding Sponsors TRUE NUTRITION — Custom supplements for serious lifters Use code THINK to save https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK STROM SPORTS — Performance supplements trusted by athletes UK: https://tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US: https://stromsportsus.com Supplement Source Canada — Top brand supplements with fast shipping http://www.supplementsource.ca Merch Official THINK BIG Merch — Train, represent, support the brand https://think-big.printify.me/products Merch Official THINK BIG Merch — Train, represent, support the brand https://think-big.printify.me/products

Most competitors don't miss their peak in peak week—they miss it months earlier by running prep in the wrong phases. In this episode, we break down the 4 exact phases of contest prep we use to consistently bring athletes in full, hard, and stage-ready. We also walk through when to push fat loss aggressively, when to grind, when to start bringing food back up, and why peak week should actually be the easiest part of prep.  If you want more episodes like this — where we translate research into practical coaching decisions — subscribe and follow along each week.  

Blood Sweat & Gear 341 : Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, and Scott McNally break down 3 hidden mistakes that can ruin your contest prep—far beyond diet and cardio. Plus: depletion strategy, metabolism shifts, carb loads, and real-world PED insights to help you bring your best physique on stage. 00:00 Why Skip Stopped Injectable Anadrol 01:00 3 Things That Will Ruin Your Contest Prep 03:00 Toxic Relationships During Prep (Hidden Stress Factor) 05:00 Manipulating Biofeedback (Why It Backfires Hard) 11:45 Financial Stress & Prep Sabotage 16:00 Can You Over-Deplete? (Flat vs. Spillover Explained) 25:45 When Fat Loss Speeds Up Rapidly (Metabolic Shift) 28:30 How Long to Re-Deplete After a High Carb Load? 43:45 Why Tren Isn't Ideal for Mass Building 50:20 Injectable Dianabol vs Anadrol (What You Need to Know) 1:04:25 Increasing Testosterone Dose: 200 vs 300 vs 400 mg

Excited at First… Tested in the Middle… Locked In at the End

Top 5 reasons of why people compete.

Pushing too hard too long wil lead to burnout.

Welcome to episode 198 of the Bodybuilding Downunder Podcast! In this episode, we break down how we actually structure a successful contest prep from both a coaching and competitor perspective.  The conversation dives into pre-prep phases, appropriate rates of loss, and the pros and cons of longer versus shorter prep timelines. We also explore when prep truly starts to feel like prep, how athletes typically respond to the dieting condition, and the role of mindset in navigating fatigue and hunger as the weeks progress. Finally, we share our personal experiences with diet foods during prep, why they can sometimes create more problems than they solve, and how simplifying nutrition can often make the entire process smoother. If you're planning a contest prep or are currently in the middle of one, this episode provides practical insights to help you approach the process more effectively.

In this episode, our hosts dive into some of the hardest challenges in contest prep. From the physical struggles to the MENTAL hardships, Paul, Evan and Lexie breakdown some of their own personal prep struggles, along with diving into some common struggles that they see amongst their own clients.  Thank you to our Podcast Sponsor, ACBikinis, for sponsoring today's podcast episode. Grab a FREE gift, exclusive to our podcast listeners, here: www.acbikinis.com/code & apply code "LEXIEM" for a % off your next suit order.  

Don't let your diet go to waste by making the same post-diet mistakes everyone else does. Professional bodybuilder Joshua Bradshaw reveals the secrets to a successful reverse diet, showing you how to strategically increase calories to build more muscle while staying incredibly lean. In episode 843 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes and Joshua Bradshaw share the truth about long contest preps, macro strategies for fat loss, and proper post-show recovery. Learn what it truly takes to build a winning physique and maintain your hard-earned gains year-round.Want to learn the exact steps to build muscle and lose fat? Join Robert Sikes's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass for a simple, step-by-step guide to optimize your health and transform your body. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow Josh on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshtbrad/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Secret to Maintaining Gains Between Shows: Reverse Dieting 0:39 - Guest Introduction: Meet Natural Pro Bodybuilder Joshua Bradshaw 1:11 - Is a 30+ Week Bodybuilding Prep Worth It? 2:47 - Why 12-Week Preps Are a Huge Mistake 3:23 - Joshua Bradshaw's Journey: From Baseball to Pro Bodybuilder 6:14 - The "Dreamer Bulk": A Common Bodybuilding Mistake? 8:16 - How a Post-Show Reverse Diet Can Make You Leaner 9:32 - The Ideal Body Composition to Start a Contest Prep 11:27 - Competing as a New Pro: Navigating Federation Rules 13:07 - Classic Physique vs. Bodybuilding: Which is the Better Fit? 13:59 - How to Plan Your Competitive Seasons for Long-Term Success 15:14 - What It's Really Like Backstage with Top Natural Pros 17:42 - A Pro's Full Day of Eating: Calorie & Macro Breakdown for Prep 19:25 - How to Use a Reverse Diet Between Two Competitions 22:25 - The "Conditioning vs. Fullness" Dilemma 24:24 - How to Adjust Your Macros for Fat Loss Without Losing Muscle 26:02 - How to Modify Your Training at the End of a Prep 28:30 - Meal Timing & Food Choices: What a Pro Eats During Prep 29:53 - The Post-Show "Celebration Meal": How to Avoid a Setback 33:43 - Feedback from the Judges: How to Improve Your Physique 35:41 - Why Stay Natural in an Enhanced World? 38:00 - Is Natural Bodybuilding the Healthiest Sport? 39:36 - How Top Athletes Overcome Unforeseen Obstacles During Prep 41:12 - How a Bodybuilding Prep Exposes Your Life's Inefficiencies 43:14 - The Research Is In: A Scientific Look at Myo-Reps 44:56 - Study Results: Achieving the Same Gains with 30% Less Volume 47:56 - What Are "Junk Volume" and "Effective Reps"? 49:03 - What Does Earning a Pro Card Actually Mean? 50:43 - How to Overcome Performance Anxiety on Show Day 52:01 - Does a Top Bodybuilding Coach Coach Himself? 55:55 - The #1 Mistake Preventing People from Reaching Their Fitness Goals 58:44 - Is Tracking Macros a Waste of Time? 1:00:02 - The Importance of Camaraderie in Bodybuilding 1:01:04 - Why Competing Every Year Can Ruin Your Progress 1:03:09 - Where to Find Joshua Bradshaw

In this special episode, Paul sits down with coach Matt, who is based in South Africa, to talk about contest prep mistakes. Paul and Matt briefly discuss Paul's potential return to stage with Matt's guidance while breaking down some common mistakes made from competitors before, during and after a contest prep.

Today's guest is Andrew Berry, a bodybuilding coach, Pro bodybuilder, and nutritionist based in Florida, originally hailing from Vermont. Andrew has been coaching athletes and everyday lifters for decades, helping physique and bodybuilding competitors bring their best to the stage while guiding lifestyle clients to build strong, lean, sustainable physiques. He's built a reputation in the industry as one of the most knowledgeable and passionate coaches, while consistently achieving winning results for his clients.   Andrew worked closely with the late John Meadows as part of the Mountain Dog team and is known for combining brutally effective training with smart nutrition and a focus on longevity in the sport. Andrew is also a co-host of the Blood Sweat and Gear podcast on Think Big Bodybuilding and his excellent new podcast, The Unwracked Podcast - both on YouTube. Finally, he's a dog dad to Percy.   https://www.instagram.com/berryswole/ https://www.youtube.com/@UNWRACKEDPODCAST Using Tren in the Off-Season — Smart or Risky Strategy? Use code "ScottM" at www.BiolongevityLabs.com to save on all Peptides including GLP-1s like Retatrutide aka GLP3, BPC, and much more! Get the best prices on quality, lab-tested peptides and help support the show.   Get the best health supplements, fish oil, and whey protein available at Legion Athletics. Use code "Scott_mys" to save! https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/p2g6m   This podcast is brought to you by LMNT Electrolytes! It's great for a hot summer day, a workout, or just working at your desk with cold water. Check it out and get your free sample pack along with any regular purchase when you use my custom link, www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys. The LMNT Sample Pack includes one packet of their most popular flavors. This is the perfect offer for 1) anyone who is interested in trying all of our flavors or 2) anyone who wants to introduce a friend to LMNT. Go to www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys to claim this awesome deal!   Interested in working with me 1-1? DM me on Instagram and I can answer any questions. If you like, we can even set up a FREE consult call to go over your goals, answer questions, and discuss what it could look like to work together!  

Sometimes the most challenging aspect of prep isn't diet or training, but rather the influence of those around you.

              0:00- Intro              1:00- AI in education              4:00- Eric's latest bodybuilding show               12:00- Objective measurements              14:00- Does young training influence specific development later in life?              26:00- Strategy for upcoming shows              30:00- Problems during prep              43:00- Tracking during prep              55:00- Specific changes for the next two shows              1:08:00- Training changes from last off season to this off season and prep              1:23:30- Where did Eric's progress really come from?                         1:28:00- Where to find Eric

During and Even the Day Before a Competition

A difficult decision to make, but stepping back can often be the most beneficial choice.

In this episode, Drs Trexler and Helms discuss various topics including updates on Eric's surgery, the valuable (but very modest) effects of protein intake on muscle gains, incontinence after contest prep,  the relationship between sleep quality and nutrient timing, the recent ban on smelling salts in the NFL, and more. Time stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:11  Preview of next week's episode (non-responders, hyper-responders, etc) 07:01 Trex's surgery update 12:11 Discussion on Protein Meta-Analyses and Research Updates (how much does protein intake actually matter for gains?) 33:10 Why meta-analyses differ from RCTs in terms of "expiration dates" 44:15 The Impact of Training vs. Nutrition (for muscle growth) 51:41 Q&A: Supplementation for Lifters (and Specifically Vegans Who Lift) 55:49 Incontinence, Increased Urine Output, and Contest Prep 59:16 Chrono Nutrition and Sleep Quality 01:11:28 The Role of Smelling Salts in Sports Performance (and Football)

Join our three prep hosts as they dive into five key factors that can derail a contest prep. While there's no such thing as the perfect time or perfect method to prep, there are critical variables that can—and should—be managed to set yourself up for a successful, sustainable prep. Whether you're a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, this episode sheds light on the common pitfalls to avoid and the mindset shifts needed to thrive on your journey to the stage.

The Diet Doc, LLC, is the parent company to many health, fitness, nutrition, and behavioral projects. Founded 25 years ago by Joe Klemczewski, PhD, known as the Godfather of Flexible Dieting, The Diet Doc is equipping the next generation of nutrition coaches. Joe has created the Flexible Dieting Institute, the FDI Professional Coach Association, the National Academy of Metabolic Science, the Nutrition Coaching Global Mastermind, the Life Mastery Podcast, Contest Prep University, and the Mind-Muscle Connection. Whether you're listening to a podcast or interview as a life transformation client, a physique sport competitor, a performance athlete, a fitness entrepreneur, or just need some life motivation, Joe won't disappoint! ​We hope you will explore what we offer and look for our free videos and articles at https://thedietdoc.com THE FLEXIBLE DIETING INSTITUTE ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHMDbJ2EZgGv6R_Ou_nEMQwZ THE SCIENCE OF STAGE-READY: CONTEST PREP UNIVERSITY ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHOqNOa5UFFs1QOH2CTrWw2W THE MIND-MUSCLE CONNECTION ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?ist=PLaFD0Y6EtWHNAvcX9hmj7FHBNdWUa1GvE THE DIET DOC CONTEST PREP PROGRAM OPTIONS: https://thedietdoc.com/contest-prep SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=thedietdocweightloss HOW WE CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR FITNESS CAREER! * Become a member of the Flexible Dieting Institute Professional Coach Association and let us help you build an amazing career!​ www.fdi.coach * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Certified Nutrition Consultant: www.namscoach.com * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Physique Sport & Transformation Coach: www.namscoach.com LET'S CONNECT! Website: https://www.thedietdoc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.klemczewski Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheDietDoc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeklemczewski

Want to contest prep like a pro?  In today's podcast I share a method of tracking contest prep diets that I've used to help clients earn IFBB and drug-tested Pro cards!!!

The Diet Doc, LLC, is the parent company to many health, fitness, nutrition, and behavioral projects. Founded 25 years ago by Joe Klemczewski, PhD, known as the Godfather of Flexible Dieting, The Diet Doc is equipping the next generation of nutrition coaches. Joe has created the Flexible Dieting Institute, the FDI Professional Coach Association, the National Academy of Metabolic Science, the Nutrition Coaching Global Mastermind, the Life Mastery Podcast, Contest Prep University, and the Mind-Muscle Connection. Whether you're listening to a podcast or interview as a life transformation client, a physique sport competitor, a performance athlete, a fitness entrepreneur, or just need some life motivation, Joe won't disappoint! ​We hope you will explore what we offer and look for our free videos and articles at https://thedietdoc.com THE FLEXIBLE DIETING INSTITUTE ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHMDbJ2EZgGv6R_Ou_nEMQwZ THE SCIENCE OF STAGE-READY: CONTEST PREP UNIVERSITY ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaFD0Y6EtWHOqNOa5UFFs1QOH2CTrWw2W THE MIND-MUSCLE CONNECTION ​playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?ist=PLaFD0Y6EtWHNAvcX9hmj7FHBNdWUa1GvE THE DIET DOC CONTEST PREP PROGRAM OPTIONS: https://thedietdoc.com/contest-prep SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=thedietdocweightloss HOW WE CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR FITNESS CAREER! * Become a member of the Flexible Dieting Institute Professional Coach Association and let us help you build an amazing career!​ www.fdi.coach * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Certified Nutrition Consultant: www.namscoach.com * Become a National Academy of Metabolic Science Physique Sport & Transformation Coach: www.namscoach.com LET'S CONNECT! Website: https://www.thedietdoc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.klemczewski Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheDietDoc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeklemczewski

What if true progress means actively seeking failure?Michelle MacDonald sits down with Courtney Ustrzycki—IFBB Pro athlete, posing coach, and former powerlifter—for a deep dive into the mental and physical evolution required for elite competition. Courtney shares her journey from resisting bodybuilding to becoming a professional, all while navigating mindset shifts, vulnerability, and the messy realities of growth. They explore how discipline trumps motivation, why balance isn't always the answer, and what it means to push past self-imposed limits. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR0:32 Redefining failure in the gym as a goal for growth17:35 “Growth is messy—and the gym is the one place where failure should be your goal.”32:27 Train to true failure to unlock real progress41:08 Overcoming jealousy and self-doubt on the pro stage"Growth is messy—and the gym is the one place where failure should be your goal."GUEST: COURTNEY USTRZYCKIWebsite | Email | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube | Posing mobility program | NPC Bikini & Fit Model posing manualI'm a passionate and dynamic leader in the bodybuilding world, specializing in posing and competition prep within the NPC Federation. My journey started in the world of powerlifting, where I first built my foundation as both an athlete and a coach for lifestyle clients. In 2019, I made the leap into bodybuilding—a transformation that reshaped not only my physique but also my mindset and approach to life. This evolution drove me to become the coach I am today, bringing a blend of real-world experience, research-backed strategies, and genuine, relatable insights to every athlete I work with.CONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook Michelle MacDonald is the creator of the FITNESS MODEL BLUEPRINT™ and host of the Stronger By Design™ podcast. Known globally for her transformation programs, Michelle empowers women to redefine aging through evidence-based strength training, nutrition, and mindset practices. Since 2012, she has coached thousands of women online, leveraging her expertise as a Physique Champion and ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She co-founded Tulum Strength Club and established The Wonder Women (TWW), inspiring countless transformations including her mother, Joan MacDonald (Train With Joan™). Michelle continues to lead the charge in women's fitness, launching the Stronger by Design™ fitness app in fall 2024. Leave a rating for this podcast with one click https://ratethispodcast.com/michellemacdonald Where to Watch/Listen:WebsiteApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube

Mike Sapp, who trained with Arnold Schwarzenegger during the summer of 1980 right before the Mr. Olympia contest, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast. Mike talks about when he started training, his time working out at Gold's Gym in the late 1970's and, of course, his time training with Arnold during the summer of 1980. At the end of the podcast, host John Hansen reads the article "My Olympia Comeback" written by Arnold Schwarzenegger for the February, 1981 issue of Muscle & Fitness Magazine. Time Stamps: 1:40 - John's Contest Prep 5:20 - Upcoming interviews for the Podcast 6:35 - Emails to the Podcast 9:05 - Contest Prep Video Series 9:54 - Interview with Mike Sapp 12:00 - Meeting Bill Pearl 16:30 - Training at Gold's Gym in the '70's 30:15 - Meeting Arnold 42:45 - Training at World's Gym in 1980 47:15 - Mike's collection of gym shirts 49:45 - Vince's Gym 51:30 - Breakfast with Arnold 57:50 - Working out with Reg Park 1:00:35 - Going to the first Arnold Classic 1:35:00 - John reads the article "My Olympia Comeback" written by Arnold Schwarzenegger for the February, 1981 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine. Links: Become a Patreon Member John Hansen Workout and Diet Programs John's YouTube Channel Bodybuilding Legends website  

Join our prep hosts as they dive into some of the worst mistakes they've seen in prep (and some of the worst mistakes they've made in their own preps). From light hearted mistakes to slightly more "serious" mishaps, our hosts breakdown some common prep mistakes so that you don't have to make them!!

In this episode of Iron Culture, the Erics begin by discussing Helms' prep updates and the standout performances from the recent powerlifting World Champions. The conversation also touches on body composition and attractiveness, highlighting the misconceptions in the fitness industry regarding ideal body fat levels. After that they take a deep dive into the strategies of cutting weight in various sports, comparing the approaches of powerlifting, bodybuilding, and combat sports. Finally, they explore the differences in weight cutting techniques across different sports, emphasizing the importance of planning and strategy for optimal performance. Time stamps: 00:00 Helms Prep Update and World Powerlifting Highlights 15:07 Body Composition, Attractiveness, Evolution, and the Fitness Industry 31:16 Trexler's Take On Comparing Weight Cuts in Different Sports (Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Combat Sports) 40:32 Helms' Take On Comparing Weight Cuts in Different Sports (Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Combat Sports) 57:11 Electrolyte Management and Hydration Techniques 1:03:05 Final Thoughts on Weight Management and Performance

Austin Stout is one of the most widely respected minds in the bodybuilding industry. He's a successful long-time coach, educator, mentor, and competitive bodybuilder. Austin is the Founder of Integrated Muscle & Health, which takes A Passionate & Dynamic Approach to Physique Enhancement & Health. The IMH Mentorship program is one of this space's longest-standing and most widely recognized educational services. It focuses on functional health, physique enhancement, and coaching psychology. Austin is also the Co-Owner and Co-Formulator of Pure Factor Formulations - a line of high-quality supplements designed to support your health and wellness goals. He's knowledgeable about all things bodybuilding, functional health, physique, and health development. He is considered a subject matter expert on digestion and identifying root causes of complex health issues.   https://www.instagram.com/austinst8/ https://integratedmuscle.wordpress.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/datas7641 https://www.purefactorformulations.com/collections/supplements https://open.spotify.com/show/5pT0DEWTeQs58N1irTg4J4   LMNT is offering a free sample pack along with any regular purchase when you use my custom link www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys. The LMNT Sample Pack includes one packet of every flavor. This is the perfect offer for 1) anyone who is interested in trying all of our flavors or 2) wants to introduce a friend to LMNT. Go to www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys to claim this awesome deal!   Interested in working with me 1-1? I offer personalized coaching where I can help you reach your goals whether it be fat loss, muscle building, health improvements, or all of the above. I provide tailored nutrition, training, and supplementation advice (one or all together) with 24/7 ongoing support to help guide you every step of the way. DM me on Instagram and I can answer any questions. If you like, we can even set up a FREE consult call to go over your goals, answer questions, and discuss what it could look like to work together!

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