In this episode of the Improvement Season podcast, hosts Steve Hall and Magic Mike reflect on their experiences over the Christmas period, discussing family traditions, the challenges of maintaining fitness routines during the holidays, and the importance of mindfulness.

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In this special episode, Mike and Steve reflect on their key lessons from 2025, discussing themes of resilience, self-acceptance, the importance of seeking help, and the value of connection.

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In this episode of the Improvement Season Podcast, hosts Steve Hall and Mike Challis discuss various topics ranging from holiday traditions and gift-giving to nutrition and bodybuilding insights.

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In this episode, Mike and Steve discuss various topics ranging from personal updates, memory and learning styles, to training updates and injury management. They dive into an in-depth physique review of a listener named Aaron, providing valuable insights and feedback.

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In this episode of the Improvement Season Podcast, Steve Hall and Mike Challis reflect on their recent Revive meetup, discussing the importance of in-person connections and the value of coaching. They share personal experiences with food discoveries, protein powders, and updates on their training and injuries.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss various themes including the evolution of storylines in anime, reflections on the WNBF Worlds event, insights into coaching and competitor experiences, and strategies for handling low days during prep.

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In this episode of the Improvement Season podcast, hosts Steve Hall and Mike discuss various personal updates, including health, sleep, and training. They delve into the importance of adequate sleep and the effects of caffeine on health. The conversation shifts to updates on Steve's dog, Ada, and her health condition. They also discuss training injuries and the challenges of maintaining a consistent training routine. The hosts share Black Friday promotions and the value of coaching for personal development. The episode includes light-hearted discussions about anime, particularly Demon Slayer, and insights into the upcoming Worlds weekend in bodybuilding. They conclude with reflections on the challenges of growing a platform and the trend of science-based training among younger lifters. In this engaging conversation, Mike and Steve delve into various topics related to fitness, nutrition, and personal experiences. They explore the concept of science-based lifting, the intricacies of caloric intake for clients, and the emotional journey of preparing for competitions. The discussion also touches on practical sleep tips, nostalgic gaming memories, and their respective coaching journeys, culminating in insights on adjusting training programs for optimal results.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates03:10 The Importance of Sleep06:08 Health Updates and Coping Strategies09:04 Training and Injury Management12:01 Black Friday Announcements and Offers18:09 Anime Discussions and Recommendations28:03 Visa Issues and Competitor Updates31:09 Excitement for Upcoming Competitions35:35 Worlds vs. Other Competitions36:10 Challenges of Platform Growth42:13 The Trend of Science-Based Training48:39 Caloric Intake for Competitors54:16 Preparing for Competition58:49 Sleep Issues and Practical Tips01:00:01 Sleep Quality and Strategies01:04:38 Nutrition and Sleep Impact01:11:46 Coaching Journeys and Experiences01:14:35 Training Approaches and Adjustments01:23:18 Program Hopping and Timeline for ChangesJoin the hypertrophic time chamber to ask questions: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbazLhBRouBrMkCq/

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In this episode, Mike and Steve discuss their personal updates, including injury management and recovery strategies. They emphasize the importance of trusting the process in training and nutrition, and the need to surrender to recovery. The conversation also covers insights on blood flow restriction training, dating experiences, and upcoming bodybuilding competitions. They delve into common mistakes made by intermediate trainers and discuss nutrition strategies, particularly the trade-offs between refeed days and consistent calorie intake.

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In this episode of the Improvement Season Podcast, hosts Steve Hall and Mike discuss various themes surrounding personal growth, the concept of an 'improvement season' in bodybuilding, and the challenges of balancing life priorities.

They delve into Mike's recent struggles with sleep and shoulder issues, the pressures of dating, and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of bodybuilding competitions, including judging criteria and the potential for inclusive categories for disabled athletes. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into their favorite anime series, exploring emotional connections to characters and storylines.

They discuss current shows like My Hero Academia and Better Call Saul, and touch on the significance of community in their lives. The dialogue shifts to fitness topics, including coaching strategies, managing activity levels, and the importance of understanding one's relationship with food. They conclude with thoughts on upcoming events and the excitement of connecting with their community.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Improvement Season Podcast

01:50 Navigating Personal Growth and Challenges

06:05 Setting Expectations in Communication

10:07 Dating Life and Social Interactions

12:04 Injury Management and Recovery

17:58 Balancing Priorities in Life

24:02 Coping with Stress and Adaptability

29:59 Exploring Inclusivity in Bodybuilding

32:50 Judging Criteria in Bodybuilding

39:41 Competitor Insights and Performance

42:02 Anime Discussions: Demon Slayer and More

49:04 Philosophical Debates: Cookie Dough and Time Travel

56:16 Understanding Caloric Maintenance and Tracking

59:17 Navigating Bulk Phases and Diet Breaks

01:01:12 Training Approaches for Different Experience Levels

01:07:09 Food Relationships and Mindset in Bodybuilding

01:17:38 Community and Connection in Coaching

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In this episode of the Improvement Season podcast, hosts Mike and Steve discuss various topics including their personal training updates, challenges faced in the gym, and experiences with nutrition.

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