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Episode 169: Healthy, Optimal, & Competitive

Today we were joined by Dom Kuza to discuss the balance between what’s healthy, optimal, and competitive when it comes to contest preps and PEDs.What’s healthy isn’t always competitive, so how do you navigate both goals over time?Many of us who love to train and compete won’t ever be Mr. Olympia, so how do you reconcile your goals? Tune in to find out!

Episode 168: Chat GPT with Jaime Filer

Coach Jaime from TRM joined us again today to talk about artificial intelligence, social media, and the future of coaching as our industry players are constantly seeking the next edge and operational efficiencies.

We focus on Chat GPT, an open software system in its infancy stages which can write meal plans, Facebook posts, and supplement protocols based on what information you give it.

Scary stuff, but very cool as well. How will human coaches fare as AI creeps into our space? Tune in to find out!

Episode 167: Contest Prep with Cameron Cheek

Cameron returns this week to talk about the nitty gritty details of contest prep.

We dive into GH and anabolics for athletes, nutrition and training considerations for men and women in both younger and older populations and more.

Episode 166: Coach Cameron Cheek

Today we were joined by coach Cameron Cheek from Camp Jansen to talk about his story, his why, and where he sees bodybuilding and the coaching industry going.

At only 24 years old, Cameron seems wise beyond his years with his view points on business, money, success, and social media.

Tune in to get to know the guy behind some of the best athletes and transformations in our industry today.

Episode 165: The Unnamed & Untamed Takeover!

Today we were joined by Mere, Sonia, and Sarah to answer your questions!  We go over Semaglutide, blending your food, training with hypothalamic amenorrhea and we also discuss female empowerment. You might be surprised at what these ladies have to say!

Episode 164: Deep Dive Into Cholesterol with Dr. Kirsten Gurtowsky

Dr. Gurtowsky joins us again today for a deep dive into cholesterol.

From lab markers to genetic root causes in dyslipidemia, we cover it all so you can stay informed and up to date on your cardiac health.

Episode 163: Brothers In Business  

Today we were joined by Eric and Chris Martinez, brothers and fitness business coaches who focus on helping coaches sell more high-ticket programs without trading time for money.  We talk about social media, growing your following, how their high-ticket offers work, and what might go wrong.  Jeffrey Su and Jason Theobald play devils advocates at times to tease out both sides of the fence on this topic.

Episode 162: PEC 8 Recap & Open Q&A

Today the three of us reflect on PEC 8 and our past weekend. It was a great turnout and a reminder of all the good people we have in our industry and the good we are all trying to accomplish together. We appreciate your time, attendance, support, trust, and feedback.

We also answered some questions received in our question boxes on Instagram in a funny, direct, and informative manner! We appreciate the questions!

Today we had Dr. Anthony Jay, author of Estrogeneration, back on to discuss the low T phenomenon. Over the course of the episode, we discussed the reasons behind low Testosterone levels. Things such as phthalates, processed foods, lack of sleep, and heavy metals such as fluoride. We even touched on hormone replacement therapy and any concerns anyone might have over participating in a hormone therapy program.

Episode 160: Advanced PEDs for Male Enhancement

Today Alex Kikel joins us again to dive deep into PEDs for men. We cover PED use in the aging male, how and why tren affects some men differently, and why you'd want to use masteron over primo.

As always, Alex packs a punch by bringing in the hard science behind mechanisms of action of these PEDs.