Your core is crucial for, well, everything! Fun fact: Sue's fitness journey actually started because she wanted a killer set of abs—but clearly she's learned so much more since that start.

Today, we're talking about the four main core muscles—including the sneaky ones you can't even see—and we explain why your core is so much more than just eye candy.

Listen in as we give you our favorite exercises, knock back those training mistakes, and bust some common myths.

Be sure to download the FREE abs & core cheat sheet so you can follow along with this and next week's episodes!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:35) Our thoughts about core training when we first started in fitness

(2:43) Defining the components of the core

(4:45) The anatomy, functions, & appearance of the core muscles

(5:16) 1) Rectus abdominis

(8:49) 2) External obliques

(15:23) 3) Internal obliques

(16:27) 4) Transverse abdominis

(25:19) Additional benefits of strong core muscles

(28:03) Our favorite core exercises

(39:55) Common core training mistakes

(45:38) Rapid-fire core FAQs

(45:49) Q1 - Is training abs necessary?

(45:56) Q2 - Does training abs cause constipation?

(46:52) Q3 - Will training abs make them more visible?

(47:46) Q4 - Will training abs make my waist bigger?

(48:22) Q5 - Can core training reduce belly fat?

(49:51) Q6 - Does training your core help with back pain?

(50:07) One final take-home before we go

Additional Resources:

Free Abs & Core Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/ms-abs

Abs & Core YouTube Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniRwg6aC_C0REz1PU9UW_9cl&si=MaC_d7RbHh2PI4Va

"The Quest for the 'Spot Reduction'" Study - https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/7/3845

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Coach Mia joins us today for another installment of our PD Fit Bits This bite-sized podcast episode is about to revolutionize your gym game. It's all about that crucial pre-workout routine—you know, for those days when your motivation is hiding under the couch cushions.

This episode is short enough to give it a listen while you drink your favorite pre-workout drink and is packed with practical tips to get you fired up and ready to dominate—even on those days when Netflix is calling your name!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Mia:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson

Inquire to work with Mia: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

Follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

If you've been following along with our Muscle Series, you've probably realized that we feature a new guest every other week. Today, we have Aaron Straker joining us! Aaron is a fellow business owner and coach who prides himself on being a coach that actually cares and leads from the front—plus he's a big quad guy—which makes him exactly the right person for this episode!

Aaron and Alex dive right into how he structures quad training for his clients, why having a training partner can be a game-changer (especially when you're dying on that last set), the ideal heel elevation for squats, and some cool insights on nutrition and recovery. And get this—he doesn't even use barbell back squats in his programming!

And as promised each week—don't forget to sign up to receive a FREE quad training cheat sheet. Give it a read, save it to your phone, and take notes!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:35) Introducing Aaron Straker

(1:21) Aaron's history (& struggles) with growing his quads

(6:25) Aaron's ah-ha moment & how he started seeing progress with his quad development

(12:22) How Aaron gets clients to experience their own ah-ha moments

(14:18) The most common quad training mistakes Aaron encounters

(22:24) The biggest thing holding most people back from maximizing their progress

(26:31) How important are training partners in the success of your fitness journey?

(31:41) Aaron's favorite intensity techniques for quads

(33:38) How Aaron likes to sequence exercises

(37:27) Research vs anecdote on program design

(44:47) An area of the research Aaron would like to see more studies on

(48:54) The top quad training equipment Aaron is trying to fill his own gym with

(57:14) Aaron's final message for getting the most out of your quad training

Additional Resources:

Free Quads Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/ms-quads-1

Quads YouTube Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniTdmQP6ON-OowTk_ADqTycj&si=vIkuDi2Hdoczzodb

Connect with Aaron:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_straker

Eat Train Prosper Podcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.com

Website, Courses, & Coaching: https://strakernutritionco.com

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) -

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Coach Katie joins us today for another installment of our PD Fit Bits. As a perinatal certified coach, mama of a toddler—and currently pregnant with another little one—Katie has all of the information on how having a coach DURING your pregnancy can make a world of difference.

Keeping active can actually help you avoid some of those common aches and pains and even make labor a bit easier when the time comes... And who wouldn't want that?

If you are thinking that you need someone to safely assist you in your training and nutrition during pregnancy, you are in the right place! Give this episode a quick listen!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Katie:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kclementi4

Inquire to work with Katie: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

And keep the gains rolling with 12 MORE weeks of glute growth (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

Follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

When it comes to function, the quads are pretty straightforward: their main purpose is to extend and stabilize the knee—but your quads assist you in so much more during your day-to-day and are especially important as you get older. Join us as we dig into training your quads correctly, how strong quads can aid in good posture, and our favorite exercises to bias the quads!

And as promised each week—don't forget to sign up to receive a FREE quads sheet. Give it a read, save it to your phone, and take notes!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:55) The main function/role & anatomy of the quads

(3:45) Benefits of training the quads

(6:57) Visual/aesthetic appearance of the quads

(11:32) Additional benefits to training the quads

(17:00) Common quad training mistakes

(28:58) Our favorite quad exercises

(37:35) Our favorite supersets for quads

(41:49) Is training quads once a week enough?

(44:04) Does training legs boost testosterone?

(45:06) Why do I have knee pain when I train quads?

(45:57) How does training legs help the upper body?

(46:57) Can training legs stunt your growth?

(48:08) How can you train quads at home?

(49:29) Why should you elevate your heels for quads?

(50:21) Some final advice for maximally growing quads

(51:53) Wrap-up

Additional Resources:

Free Quads Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/ms-quads-1

Quads YouTube Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniTdmQP6ON-OowTk_ADqTycj&si=vIkuDi2Hdoczzodb

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Our FULL 12-Week Glute Program is LIVE (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Today, we're dropping our first mini-episode with Coach Mia! These audio-only episodes will allow you a deeper look into the Team PD coaching staff and common questions we get asked.

Today, Coach Mia joins us to answer the question, "What are your favorite recipes?"

Listen in as Mia gives you tips on how to STOP overcomplicating meals and breaks down common thought patterns and beliefs that we can (and should) shift—food doesn't have to have so many labels and rules.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Mia:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson

Inquire to work with Mia: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Our FULL 12-Week Glute Program is LIVE (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

Follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

We have a guest IN the studio today—Bryce Calvin. Bryce is a fellow Ohioan and fitness coach, utilizing his bodybuilding and strength-sports background to help clients achieve their health and fitness goals through his company, Progressive Performance. He's a big chest day guy, too—just like Alex.

Listen in as we jump right into Bryce's favorite chest exercises, priming your muscles (good or bad?), and chest training for women—even post-breast augmentation. Yep, we're going there.

And as promised each week—don't forget to sign up to receive a FREE chest training cheat sheet. Give it a read, save it to your phone, and take notes!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:35) Introducing Bryce Calvin

(1:28) Bryce's top 3 chest movements

(10:11) Intensity techniques & when/how to implement them

(16:44) Are lengthened partials worth it?

(21:00) How Bryce utilizes loaded stretches in his programming

(28:11) Structuring programming to build a massive chest

(35:59) The importance of chest training for women

(40:48) Chest training post-breast augmentation

(55:03) How to appropriately utilize failure within chest training

(1:01:52) Can you have TOO much specificity in training?

(1:05:36) Programming for different divisions of the pecs

(1:10:40) Wrap-up

Additional Resources:

Free Chest Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/0a654cbb39

Chest YouTube Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniTxbfpqJav1qlR3_GEk4udC

Connect with Bryce:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/brycecalvin23

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@progressiveperformancep2

The Progressive Performance Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1661874941

Website & Coaching: https://progressiveperformancep2.com

Join Coach Kasey Jo for the FREE 3-Part "Coaching Code" workshop - https://www.kjocoaching.com/a/2147883108/JP8ZkqZk

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Our FULL 12-Week Glute Program is LIVE (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Please join us in welcoming Kasey Jo Orvidas—Published researcher holding a PhD in Psychology, dog mom, iced coffee connoisseur, and big anti-bullshit advocate. We're diving into how to fast-track yourself to a growth mindset and kick that fixed mindset mentality to the curb.

A growth mindset is believing your abilities can be developed and improved through new learning and effort over time. A fixed mindset is the opposite—it is believing your abilities are unchangeable.

Adopting a growth mindset can lead to increased motivation and personal development—since you can actually LEARN from your setbacks or failures and do the hard things.

Plus, Kasey and her team are launching a FREE three-part series on how to effectively coach your clients through self-sabotaging, ending all-or-nothing thinking, and sticking to the plan. To grab your spot, click here or head to the link below!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Introducing Kasey Jo, HMCC, her new podcast, & more

(1:35) What is HMCC?

(7:18) Why easy *doesn't* equal success (& difficult doesn't mean failure)

(10:26) The addiction that no one is talking about

(14:03) Why we need to have honest conversations with ourselves (& how)

(18:04) It's okay (& important) to ask others for help

(23:20) Growth & fixed mindsets exist on a spectrum (& that's a GOOD thing)

(26:06) When "just wanting to help" might be causing more harm than good (& what to do instead)

(29:04) The importance of autonomy & collaboration

(35:29) The ABCs of motivation & behavior change

(39:40) Having a growth mindset as a coach

(43:56) Doing your due diligence as a client when looking for a coach

(48:03) Areas where we still struggle with mindset

(1:01:06) The biggest mindset obstacles we've overcome recently

(1:07:29) One of the hardest skills to teach... But one of the most important to learn

(1:15:54) How to separate an IG "mindset guru" from someone who actually knows what they're talking about

(1:18:57) More information about HMCC & where else to find Kasey Jo online

Don't forget to register for the FREE 3-Part "Coaching Code" workshop - https://www.kjocoaching.com/a/2147883108/JP8ZkqZk

Connect with Kasey Jo:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachkaseyjo

Website: https://www.kjocoaching.com

The Health Mindset Coaching Certification (HMCC): https://www.healthmindsetcert.com

Not Another Mindset Show: https://podfollow.com/1743861853

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachkaseyjopodcast

All Other Links: https://www.kjocoaching.com/links

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Our FULL 12-Week Glute Program is LIVE (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Which muscle group do you wish to grow the most? For Alex, it's chest. While there's always room for more growth, the amount of progress he's made (plus the hundreds of clients he's worked with) gives him an upper hand in diving into all things chest!

Listen in as Alex and Sue dive into the functions of the chest, our go-to movements, and some common mistakes. And as promised each week—don't forget to sign up to receive a FREE cheat sheet for the next two episodes. Give it a read, save it to your phone, and take notes!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:35) Why Alex takes pride in his chest growth

(1:29) The function of the chest muscles

(3:09) Daily activities the chest is involved in

(5:03) The visual/aesthetic appearance of the chest muscles

(9:10) Chest training considerations for people with implants

(13:37) Biasing the different divisions of your chest

(19:05) Go-to chest movements we program for our clients

(26:38) Common chest training mistakes

(34:52) Some quick tips for better execution on chest movements

(38:26) Volume considerations for chest training

(41:00) How would training chest help athletes?

(42:10) Is it okay to arch your back while training chest?

(42:41) Should you spot someone by the elbows or by the wrists?

(45:27) Can you build a big chest with only pushups?

(45:59) How many exercises is ideal to grow your chest?

(47:06) Can you train your chest every day?

(47:44) How many times can you train chest in a week?

(48:40) Wrap-up

Additional Resources:

Free Chest Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/0a654cbb39

Chest YouTube Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniTxbfpqJav1qlR3_GEk4udC

Join Coach Kasey Jo for the FREE 3-Part "Coaching Code" workshop - https://www.kjocoaching.com/a/2147883108/JP8ZkqZk

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Eugene Teo is on the pod today! Eugene is a coach, educator, former bodybuilder, and founder of Ganbaru Method—an education & training platform for coaches, industry professionals, and anyone interested in all things training, nutrition, & health.

He is known for his unique teaching style of breaking down complex topics into digestible information. Listen in as Eugene and Alex dive right into the most misunderstood aspect of back training and what you NEED to hear. The two also touch on Eugene's ideal back training, how he trials new movements and experiments, and mistakes he's made along the way!

Don't forget to grab your free lats cheat sheet here!

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) About today's episode

(0:35) Introducing Eugene Teo

(1:29) The most misunderstood aspect of back training

(4:04) How to incorporate more spinal flexion into your training

(7:18) Things Eugene has changed his mind on over the years

(13:53) The message around back training that people NEED to hear

(18:28) How Eugene would structure his ideal back training

(22:40) Is back the muscle group most dependent on machines to grow?

(24:42) Lessons from John Meadows

(30:10) How Eugene strives to always continue learning new things (& some fun mistakes he's made along the way)

(35:15) The ways Eugene trials new movements & why people need to experiment more

(38:18) The biggest lessons to take from today's conversation

(42:15) Where you can find Eugene online

Additional Resources:

Free Lats Cheat Sheet - https://physiquedevelopment.ck.page/f854ca3275

Lats YouTube Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX764SrJPniRdkHoJniunA9_mtb2vi1vW

Connect with Eugene:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/coacheugeneteo

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coacheugeneteo

Ganbaru Method: https://join.ganbarumethod.com

Have questions for future episodes or have a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Our FULL 12-Week Glute Program is LIVE (use code POD at checkout for $25 off!) - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/fdf6fcd8da?utm_source=PD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=12WeekGluteProgram&utm_id=12WeekGluteprogram

Check out our FREE 4-Week Glute Program - https://bit.ly/podcastglutes

Inquire to learn about nutrition-only coaching WITH exercise review - https://bit.ly/optimizeglutes

Interested in the Physique Development Training Club App? Join here! - https://physiquedevelopment.app

Keep up to date with all things PD, get exclusive content, snag freebies, and more by joining our email list! - https://dedicated-artist-6006.ck.page/emailsignup

Grab a band tee here! - https://shopphysiquedevelopment.com

Looking to hire the last coach you'll ever need? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ewAMxk1w

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

To follow the team on Instagram:

Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__

Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: [email protected]

© 2024, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.