The Lab

The Journey of Bodybuilding: Prep and Off-Season


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In this episode, Cody and Kel discuss bodybuilding and provide insights into the prep and off-season phases. They also catch up on personal updates and discuss recent news, including breakdancing being removed from the Olympics and the controversy surrounding an Algerian boxer. The conversation touches on topics such as body dysmorphia, cyberbullying, and the fairness of competition in sports. In this conversation, Cody and Kel discuss the differences between the off-season and prep in bodybuilding. They highlight the mental challenges of the off-season, where building the foundation of the physique takes place, and the importance of maintaining habits and not overeating. They also discuss the extreme nature of prep, where a calorie deficit and strict adherence to a diet are necessary to achieve a shredded physique. They touch on the individualized nature of peak week, where carb intake is adjusted to fill out the muscles without spilling over. They mention the different judging criteria for female bodybuilders and end with a quote from Arnold Schwarzenegger about strength and perseverance.

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The LabBy Cody Harman and Kel Haines

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