The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast

The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast

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  • TMGP SE 02 The Creatine Myths Debunked: 12 Lies About Creatine (Science Explained)

    Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in the history of sports nutrition, yet myths about it refuse to die.


    Does creatine cause kidney damage?
    Does it cause hair loss?
    Does it make you retain water or gain fat?
    Is it basically a steroid?


    In this episode, we break down 12 of the most common myths about creatine using real scientific evidence from the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and decades of research.

    We explore the physiology, the misconceptions, and what the data actually shows about one of the most misunderstood compounds in health and fitness.

    Topics covered include:

    โ€ข Does creatine cause water retention?
    โ€ข Is creatine an anabolic steroid?
    โ€ข Creatine and kidney health
    โ€ข Creatine and hair loss (DHT myth)
    โ€ข Does creatine cause dehydration or cramps?
    โ€ข Is creatine safe for teenagers?
    โ€ข Creatine for women
    โ€ข Creatine for older adults and longevity
    โ€ข Is a loading phase necessary?
    โ€ข Are expensive forms of creatine better than monohydrate?
    โ€ข Creatine and brain health

    We also discuss emerging research suggesting creatine may support brain function, injury recovery, mood, and long-term health.

    If youโ€™ve ever been unsure about creatine, this episode separates gym myths from actual science.


    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast
    Building muscle with science and making it accessible to all.

    Follow the podcast for more episodes on:
    โ€ข Muscle growth
    โ€ข Supplements
    โ€ข Hormones
    โ€ข Biohacking
    โ€ข Nutrition
    โ€ข Training science

    57 min
  • TMGP SE 01 Muscle Memory

    This episode breaks down research showing that muscles can actually โ€œrememberโ€ past training. Even after muscle size is lost, the body keeps a biological record of previous workouts at the DNA level.

    Researchers followed people through periods of training, muscle loss, and retraining, and found that certain muscle-building genes stay switched into a ready state long after training stops. Because of this, muscles grow back faster and stronger when training starts again.

    The episode also explains how even a single workout can leave lasting changes inside muscle cells, helping the body respond better to future exercise. In simple terms, the work put in today can make building muscle easier later on, even after time off.

    These findings help explain why โ€œmuscle memoryโ€ is real and why getting back into training is often quicker than starting from scratch.

    13 min
  • TMGP Ep 47 with world-leading health and fitness expert, influencer, writer, Lift Free and Diet Hard podcast host, and elite trainer Andrew Coates
    Andrew Coates is a seasoned fitness professional, writer, speaker, and personal trainer with over a decade of experience in the fitness industry. He is the founder of Andrew Coates Fitness and contracts at Evolve Strength South in Edmonton, Alberta. Andrew is known for his dedication to sustainable nutrition and evidence-based fitness practices, avoiding fads and extremes. He hosts The Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast, featuring conversations with leaders across the fitness industry. Andrew is also a prolific fitness writer, contributing to renowned publications such as T-Nation, Muscle and Fitness, Menโ€™s Health, Onnit, and more. As a sought-after speaker, he has shared his expertise at numerous fitness conferences including Olympia U, NSCA clinics, and the canfitpro Global Conference. Andrew mentors fitness professionals worldwide, helping them build impactful careers based on integrity and knowledge. With a deep passion for education and coaching, he continues to influence the fitness world both online and in person.
    From frustrated to fit โ€” The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast delivers evidence-backed strategies from expert guestsโ€”our Gains Gurusโ€”to help you build muscle, gain strength, perform at your best, and stay healthy for life.
    And with that, letโ€™s dive into todayโ€™s topics:
    Andrewโ€™s origin story - shortened! Started working in a gym, then at 32, hired off the gym floor. Worked at a gym for 6 years.
    Became a podcaster (Lift Free & Diet Hard, 7 years ongoing).
    Writer for T-Nation and Menโ€™s Health.
    World-leading writer, podcast host, and personal trainer.
    Key Themes & Talking Points
    In-person vs virtual coaching โ€” importance of staying grounded.
    Navigating the noise in fitness: competing for attention vs real value.
    Old school vs new training โ€” false dichotomy (e.g. low vs high volume).
    Optimal vs effective training.
    Self-selection: why certain athletes (e.g., basketball players typically ing tall) excel.
    Rep ranges and how to train effectively.
    Fatigue as part of the process.
    The basics of training
    The truth about IFBB pros & Hollywood physiques.
    Gym intimidation โ€” making the gym less scary.
    Gymflation โ€” recognising superficial tactics vs what works.
    Exposing kids to training early.
    Health, Fitness & Society
    Batman vs Joker analogy for social media โ€” perspective matters.
    Ozempic: the benefits vs the weak moral arguments.
    Trusted sources: Derek (MPMD), Dr Peter Attia vs experts on specific things like Dr Andrew Huberman and Dr Neil De Graysee Tyson talking out of their expert fields
    Benefits of building muscle: bone density, healthspan, longevity.
    How to tell good advice from bad advice online.
    Amazing car driving analogy โ€” expecting grace but not giving it.
    Changes with age: importance of introspection to keep improving or slow decline.
    And so much more! Get ready for a truly informative episode.
    1 hr 9 min
  • TMGP Ep 46 with gut health expert, PhD nutrition scientist, and founder of Vitamin PhD Dr Gabrielle Fundaro
    Todayโ€™s guest is someone who masterfully bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and the real-world challenges lifters face on their journey to building muscle and optimising health.
    Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro is a leading expert in gut health and human nutrition. She holds a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech and is a former Assistant Professor of Exercise Science. In addition to being an ACE-certified health coach, sheโ€™s credentialed in sports nutrition, motivational interviewing, and the Monash Low-FODMAP programโ€”giving her a rare combination of scientific depth and practical coaching tools.
    As the founder of Vitamin PhD Nutrition, Dr. Fundaro advocates for weight-neutral, sustainable approaches to health that empower individuals to align their habits with their personal values. Sheโ€™s a published author, international speaker, and serves on the boards of both the Sports Nutrition Association and the Nutrition Coaching Global Mastermind.
    You may also recognise her from her work with Renaissance Periodization, where she played a key role in combatting misinformation in the fitness industry through evidence-based education. Her passion lies in making complex topicsโ€”especially those related to gut health, performance, recovery, and muscle growthโ€”accessible and actionable for everyday lifters.
    Please welcome to The Muscle Growth Podcast, Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro.
    From frustrated to fit โ€” The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast delivers evidence-backed strategies from expert guestsโ€”our Gains Gurusโ€”to help you build muscle, gain strength, perform at your best, and stay healthy for life.
    โ€œYou are not what you eat; rather, you are what you absorb.โ€
    And with that, letโ€™s dive into todayโ€™s topics:
    How can you change your gut microbiome?
    The effects of antibiotics on gut health
    Fecal microbiome transplants
    Elimination diets and their real purpose
    Fearmongering by fitness influencers
    The lack of informed consent in the fitness industry
    Global body dissatisfactionโ€”especially among women
    What weight-neutral interventions really look like
    And so much more! Get ready for a truly informative episode.
    58 min
  • TMGP Ep 45 with gut health expert, PhD nutrition scientist, and health coach Dr Gabrielle Fundaro
    Todayโ€™s guest is someone who truly bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and the real-world challenges lifters face on their journey to build muscle and optimise health.
    Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro is a distinguished expert in gut health and human nutrition. She holds a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech and is a former Assistant Professor of Exercise Science. In addition to being an ACE-certified health coach, she holds credentials in sports nutrition, motivational interviewing, and the Monash Low-FODMAP program โ€” equipping her with a rare blend of scientific expertise and practical coaching tools.
    As the founder of Vitamin PhD Nutrition, Dr. Fundaro champions weight-neutral, sustainable health strategies that empower individuals to align their habits with their values. Sheโ€™s a published author, international speaker, and serves on the boards of both the Sports Nutrition Association and the Nutrition Coaching Global Mastermind.
    You may also know her from her work with Renaissance Periodization, where she helped combat misinformation in the fitness industry with evidence-based insights. Her passion lies in translating complex topics โ€” especially the role of gut health in performance, recovery, and muscle growth โ€” into strategies people can actually apply.
    Please welcome to The Muscle Growth Podcast, Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro.
    From frustrated to fit โ€” The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast helps you get bigger, stronger, and better with evidence-backed strategies from our expert guests โ€” the Gains Gurus โ€” to build muscle, gain strength, perform at your best, and stay healthy for life.
    โ€œYou are not what you eat; rather, you are what you absorb.โ€ and on that letโ€™s dive into the topics for today!
    An Introduction to Dr Gabrielle Fundaro
    The role of gut health in muscle growth and recovery
    The "3 Dโ€™s" of gut health:
    Digestion
    Disease
    Diversity
    Insoluble vs. soluble fibre
    Importance of nutrition for gut health
    FODMAPs explained
    Prebiotics vs. probiotics โ€“ whatโ€™s the difference, and are they useful?
    Fermentable products โ€“ some examples.
    The fallacy of โ€œNatural being Harmlessโ€ (especially in online fitness/health spaces)
    Is getting a stool sample worth it?
    Greens powders โ€“ worth it or bin it?
    And so much more! Get ready for a truly informative episode.
    52 min
  • TMGP Ep 44 with the blackbelt BJJ athlete, world-class strength and performance coach Alex Sterner
    Today, we're joined by none other than Alex Sterner โ€” a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under the legendary Andre Galvao, and one of the worldโ€™s top strength and conditioning coaches in the sport of BJJ. Alex is the co-founder and head coach at Electrum Performance, the official strength and conditioning team behind elite grapplers like the Atos squad, whoโ€™ve racked up multiple IBJJF World Titles.
    With a Bachelorโ€™s in Kinesiology from the University of Connecticut and certifications as a CSCS and USA Weightlifting coach, Alex blends cutting-edge science with real-world experience, training some of the best in the game โ€” including Andre Galvao, JT Torres, and Lucas Barbosa.
    In this episode, Alex breaks down how to optimise muscle growth, enhance athletic performance, and prepare your body for the unique demands of competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He also dives into his powerful philosophy of โ€œmovement optimismโ€ โ€” a mindset shift that challenges traditional views on pain, posture, and rehab.
    Get ready to be inspired by Alexโ€™s journey, his passion for performance, and the wisdom he's gained from training the worldโ€™s best.
    From frustrated to fit โ€” The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast helps you get bigger, stronger, and better with evidence-backed strategies, tools, and tips from our expert guests โ€” the Gains Gurus โ€” for building muscle, gaining strength, improving health, and increasing longevity.
    In todayโ€™s episode, we dive into a wide range of insights, including:
    Plyometrics and the accessibility of jumping โ€“ why explosive movement should be part of everyoneโ€™s training, regardless of level.
    The fear of being a beginner โ€“ how ego and discomfort prevent progress in new skill domains.
    Developing explosiveness and power โ€“ effective strategies to build speed, force, and athleticism.
    Training female athletes โ€“ navigating unique needs while addressing and combating predatory behaviour in the fitness space.
    Goal-specific training โ€“ tailoring programs to match individual outcomes, from muscle gain to sports performance.
    The role of isometrics โ€“ using static holds for joint resilience, control, and performance gains.
    Autoregulation and managing fatigue โ€“ learning to adjust in real-time to optimise recovery and long-term progress.
    Sports-specific training for BJJ โ€“ aligning strength and conditioning with the unique demands of grappling.
    And so much more! Get ready for a truly informative episode.
    55 min
  • TMGP Ep 43 with the world-class BJJ coach, strength and performance coach Alex Sterner โ€” a deep dive into elite-level training, recovery, and building champions on and off the mats.
    Today, weโ€™re thrilled to have Alex Sterner, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Andre Galvao and a world-renowned strength and conditioning coach specializing in BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu). Alex is the co-founder and head coach at Electrum Performance, the official strength and conditioning program behind some of the worldโ€™s best BJJ athletes, including the Atos team that won multiple IBJJF World Titles. With a Bachelorโ€™s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Connecticut and certifications as a CSCS and USA Weightlifting coach, Alex combines cutting-edge science with practical experience training elite grapplers like Andre Galvao, JT Torres, and Lucas Barbosa. On this podcast, Alex shares his expert insights on how to develop muscle growth, improve athletic performance, and prepare your body for the demands of competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and beyond. Get ready to learn from one of the best in the game.
    Get ready to be inspired by Alexโ€™s remarkable story, his insights on BJJ training, and his mission to fix peopleโ€™s mindset with regards to movement - what he dubs โ€œmovement optimismโ€.
    In todayโ€™s episode, we dive into a wide range of insights, including:
    The origins of a strength-focused mindset and how it shaped Alex's approach to coaching and training.
    The benefits of group training environments and how they foster consistency, accountability, and camaraderie.
    The evolution from a rigid "neutral spine" philosophy to a more functional focus on movement optimisation, including using the back safely through multiple planes of motion.
    A deep look at the mechanisms of injuryโ€”and how the body, when exposed to appropriate stress, can adapt and grow stronger rather than break down.
    The principle that biological organisms adapt to the stress they're exposed toโ€”highlighting the importance of intelligent, progressive overload.
    Alex's journey from fear and movement avoidance to preparing the body for advanced ranges of motion through the concepts of preparedness and readiness.
    The importance of avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to techniqueโ€”emphasising that every body is different and requires individualised solutions.
    A discussion on the Zercher squat, where natural discomfort becomes a beneficial limiting factor that encourages mindful load management and progressive development.
    The danger of "Glassback propaganda"โ€”the over-cautious narrative that breeds fear of movement and stifles growth, sometimes jokingly referred to as "Glassback University."
    The immense power of reflecting on oneโ€™s progress, and how acknowledging small wins can be a potent motivator for long-term growth.
    How fear is often irrationalโ€”such as the fear of deadliftsโ€”and how confronting it can unlock potential and confidence.
    A reframe of the outdated concept of "wear and tear," advocating instead for dose regulation, movement variability, and smarter long-term training strategies.
    And so much more! Get ready for a truly informative episode.
    49 min
  • TMGP Ep 42 with the African Powerlifting champion Haroun Pietersen - a world-class athlete lifting South Africa to New Heights
    Haroun Pietersen: From Mitchells Plain to Powerlifting Glory
    Hailing from Mitchells Plain in Cape Town, Haroun Pietersen has quickly emerged as a standout figure in South African powerlifting. Despite only beginning his competitive journey in 2023, he has already earned major accolades, including the titles of 2024 African Powerlifting Champion and Commonwealth Powerlifting Champion. His meteoric rise in the sport is a powerful testament to his discipline, focus, and passion.
    At 37 years old and weighing around 104 kg, Haroun competes in the 105 kg weight class and has posted some awe-inspiring numbers: a 322.5 kg squat, a 217.5 kg bench press, and a 285 kg deadlift. At the 2024 World Classic Championships, he totaled 707.5 kg, setting new personal records and demonstrating not only his raw strength but also a well-thought-out, strategic approach to competition.
    Beyond his own accomplishments, Haroun is passionate about community upliftment and using his story to inspire others. Through his Instagram, @harounliftssa, he regularly shares training insights, motivation, and glimpses into his life as a competitive powerlifter. He is a strong advocate for showing that it's never too late to start something new or reach new heights.
    Adding to his impressive list of achievements, Haroun has been nominated for the 2025 World Games in China, a competition often referred to as the Olympics of powerlifting. This prestigious nomination confirms his place on the world stage and marks another exciting chapter in his journey.
    In todayโ€™s episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including:
    The difference between raw vs equipped lifting
    A full rundown of lifting equipment
    Harounโ€™s favourite accessory lifts
    A story about leg press fun with every plate in the gym
    Tips for powerlifting coaches and those wanting to get into the sport
    The importance of longevity in powerlifting
    How people can still improve as they age
    The health benefits of strength training later in life
    An overview of the South African powerlifting scene
    Financial challenges in powerlifting and barriers to entry
    โ€ฆand so much more.
    Get ready for an inspiring and educational conversation with one of South Africaโ€™s fastest-rising powerlifting stars!
    47 min
  • TMGP Ep 41 with South African powerlifting champion Haroun Pietersen - a world-class athlete lifting South Africa to New Heights
    ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—บ ๐— ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ผ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ: ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป ๐—ฃ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ป'๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜†
    Hailing from Mitchells Plain in Cape Town, ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป ๐—ฃ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ป is a standout figure in South African powerlifting. Despite only beginning his competitive journey in ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฏ, Haroun has quickly risen through the ranks to become the ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฐ ๐—”๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป and the ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‹๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ
    (Sources: EWN, IOL)
    At ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿณ ๐˜†๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฑ and weighing around ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฐ ๐—ธ๐—ด, Haroun has achieved some jaw-dropping lifts:
    ๐—ฆ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฎ๐˜: ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฎ.๐Ÿฑ ๐—ธ๐—ด
    ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€: ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿณ.๐Ÿฑ ๐—ธ๐—ด
    ๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜: ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿด๐Ÿฑ ๐—ธ๐—ด
    (Source: EWN)
    Thatโ€™s a total of ๐Ÿณ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿณ.๐Ÿฑ ๐—ธ๐—ดโ€”nearly ๐Ÿฏ๐˜… ๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐˜† ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜โ€”placing him firmly among the elite in the ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฑ ๐—ธ๐—ด ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜€. At the ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฐ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฝ๐˜€, Haroun set new personal bests and proved heโ€™s not just strong, but smart in strategy too.
    His journeyโ€”from local gyms to international platformsโ€”is a story of ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ, ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐˜€, ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป. Haroun also gives back to his community and shares his journey openly on Instagram: @harounliftssa.
    (Sources: IOL, Instagram)
    ๐ŸŽง ๐—œ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ, ๐˜„๐—ฒ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐—ผ:
    โœ… Harounโ€™s achievements in his first 2 years of competitive lifting
    โœ… Body mechanics: short vs tall lifters
    โœ… Powerlifting as a marathon, not a sprint
    โœ… Training blocks and trusting your coach
    โœ… Recovery: sleep, nutrition, and avoiding overtraining
    โœ… Supplements for peak performance
    โœ… The role of food as fuel for athletes
    โœ… Static holds for body conditioning
    โœ… Overloading vs deloading and smart programming
    ...and ๐˜€๐—ผ ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ!
    ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐—š๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜† ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ-๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜๐—ต ๐—”๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜๐—ต ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€!
    #๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด #๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜๐—ต๐—”๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ #๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฃ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ป #๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜๐—ต๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด #๐—”๐˜๐—ต๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜ #๐—™๐—ถ๐˜๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜ #๐— ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐˜๐—ต #๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป #๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜† #๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฝ๐˜€ #๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฑ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜
    53 min
  • TMGP Ep 40 with PCA Master Bikini World Champion Elouise Voget โ€” a powerhouse athlete, professional coach, devoted mother, and wife who's redefining what balance, discipline, and success looks like
    Today, weโ€™re joined by Elouise Voget โ€” a trailblazing health and fitness influencer, advanced personal trainer, and nutritionist whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Elouise made history in November 2024 by becoming the first South African to win the prestigious ๐๐‚๐€ ๐Œ๐š๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐๐ข๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ข ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐จ๐ง title at the ๐๐‚๐€ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ๐ฌ in the Netherlands, cementing her status as a groundbreaking athlete in the world of competitive bodybuilding.
    Beyond her achievements on stage, Elouise is a dedicated mother, full-time professional, and passionate advocate for functional and rehabilitation training, empowering women โ€” especially moms โ€” to break barriers and realize their full potential. Her story is about resilience, transformation, and the relentless pursuit of greatness, proving that lifeโ€™s commitments are no obstacle to achieving your dreams.
    Get ready to be inspired by Elouiseโ€™s remarkable journey, her insights on muscle growth, and her mission to uplift others both in and out of the gym.
    In todayโ€™s episode, we dive into a wide range of insights. Some of the topics include:
    Elouiseโ€™s inspiring journey into the niche of prenatal and postnatal fitness for mothers.
    The importance of dieting, meal prepping, and consistency for long-term success.
    What it means to be a role model for your kids and lead by example.
    A behind-the-scenes look at Elouiseโ€™s current training routine.
    Her historic win as the first South African to take the ๐๐‚๐€ ๐๐ข๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ข ๐Œ๐š๐ฌ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ title on the world stage.
    How she structures her cardio routine and stays stage-ready.
    From UCLA pre-med to health sciences to opening the first EMS gyms in the Gulf โ€” her unique academic and entrepreneurial journey.
    Why carbs are not the enemy โ€” and how to make them work for you.
    Supplement options for people with dietary restrictions, including gluten and dairy intolerance.
    What itโ€™s really like to compete abroad and prepare for international shows.
    A surprise guest appearance from TMGPโ€™s mascot โ€” Nacho!
    Balancing breastfeeding with competition prep and maintaining performance.
    How children often mirror their parents โ€” and how to use that positively.
    A reminder that itโ€™s never too late to start your fitness journey.
    1 hr

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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The MUSCLE GROWTH Podcast (TMGP) helps you go from frustrated to fit โ€” empowering you to get ๐—•๐—œ๐—š๐—š๐—˜๐—ฅ, ๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—ฅ๐—ข๐—ก๐—š๐—˜๐—ฅ, and ๐—•๐—˜๐—ง๐—ง๐—˜๐—ฅ through evidence-based strategies and cutting-edge insights.