In this Q&A episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Joey Cantlin to tackle a range of listener questions! Topics include the ideal rate of fat loss during prep, the role of flexing between sets, and what red flags to watch out for when choosing a coach. Joey also shares his thoughts on whether excess skin could impact your placing and offers key advice for first-time competitors stepping on stage.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with Dr. Eliud Sierra to explore the path to becoming a chiropractor in the US—and how the profession is evolving. They discuss the strengths and shortcomings of chiropractic education, the controversial history of subluxation theory, and the challenges facing both chiros and physios in modern practice. Eliud also shares how he incorporates manual therapy with a scientific lens, how he communicates treatment concepts to patients, and how his own training is progressing.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with Camellia Curreen to explore her journey in the world of bodybuilding—from her first steps into fitness to becoming a seasoned posing coach. She shares insights from her early contest preps, her recent overseas competition experiences, and how her offseason has evolved with Daniel Yates now leading her coaching. You’ll also hear her top underrated and overrated things girls do on stage, plus practical advice on how to structure posing practice in both prep and the offseason.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Alex Thomas, someone who is deeply embedded in the Australian coaching scene to discuss the evolution of the fitness industry. Alex is the founder of the Sports Nutrition Association and continues to work at raising the standards of coaching across the world. They explore how coaching standards, insurance, and industry expectations have shifted over time. They also unpack the major challenges coaches still face today, the double-edged sword of social media, and what separates great coaches from the rest.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with historian Dr Conor Heffernan for a deep dive into the history and culture of bodybuilding. From the early roots of gym machines to the modern split between natural and enhanced divisions, this conversation explores how the sport has evolved over time. We hear about Conor's academic journey, his own lifting background, and how public perceptions of steroids have shifted.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by returning guest Nick Hannah! They dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering key topics in bodybuilding and contest prep. They share their thoughts on staying natural in the sport, the importance of the mind-muscle connection, and how to maintain high training intensity even during the toughest stages of prep. You'll also hear insights on deloading strategies, what it's like to compete as a teen or junior, and how to truly define a successful prep—beyond just the trophy.

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Today Lawrence is joined by Hudson for another instalment of their not a bookclub series. This time they discuss the 2024 documentary, RUNN, which recounts Nedd Brockmann's historic run across Australia.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with Marlette Le-Feuvre to recap her most recent contest season. Marlette shares insights into her off-season focus, the feedback she implemented, and the shows she competed in—including her decision to take her prep international with a show in Korea. She reflects on the differences between competing abroad versus in Australia, her peak week strategies, and how she managed the demands of a long season. Marlette also opens up about narrowly missing out on her pro card, her CrossFit background, and what role that training style still plays during her off seaon.

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In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is assisted on this Q&A by Sam Meaney. Sam shares how his training is currently tracking, reflects on the recent dieting phase, and talks through the transition into his new job role. The duo also dives into the common question of whether running and hypertrophy training can coexist, and whether bodybuilders can realistically continue playing sport during prep or off-season. Finally, they break down their current weak points in training and the strategies they’re implementing to improve them.

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Today Lawrence sits down for a solo podcast where he breaks down his top 5 physio red flags. Lawrence delves into some unfortunately common practices that you need to keep an eye out for if you are seeking care for an injury.

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