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This episode covers water manipulation during peak week in bodybuilding—a common but poorly researched practice. The discussion breaks down why athletes adjust water, carbs, fat, and training to enhance muscle fullness before competition. It explains the theoretical role of intramuscular triglycerides (IMT), glycogen loading, training-induced depletion, and supplement use. While carb and water adjustments can affect visual appearance, the evidence is largely anecdotal. Listeners are advised to use cautious, personalized strategies and avoid extreme or unproven protocols. Scientific gaps mean safe and effective approaches require careful self-monitoring and experimentation.

IFBB Nordic Academys personlige træneruddannelse tilbyder en dybdegående, evidensbaseret indsigt i træning, ernæring, anatomi og coaching – både for dem, der vil optimere egen træning og for professionelle trænere, der ønsker at løfte deres praksis til næste niveau. Næste kursus starter 11. juli, og materialet bliver tilgængeligt på estisk i 2025.

IFBB Nordic Academy personaaltreeneri kursus pakub süvitsi minevat, teaduspõhist õpet nii treeningu, anatoomia, toitumise kui ka treeneritöö kohta. See sobib ideaalselt nii fitnessihuvilisele, kes soovib mõista oma keha paremini ja treenida targemalt, kui ka kogenud treenerile, kes soovib oma teadmisi värskendada ja täiendada. Kursuse materjal on nüüd saadaval ka eesti keeles ning järgmine kursus algab 11. juulil.

IFBB Nordic Academy sitt personlige trenerkurs gir deg evidensbasert kunnskap innen anatomi, fysiologi, ernæring og avansert treningsprogrammering. Kurset passer både for seriøse utøvere som vil optimalisere egen prestasjon og for trenere som ønsker å ta praksisen til neste nivå med dypere faglig forståelse og profesjonell struktur.

Kuule ensi kertaa suomeksi puhuttu podcast, siitä mitä hyötyä IFBB Personal Trainer kurssin suorittamisesta on sinulle olitpa sitten urheilija tai saliharrastaja ilman että aiot edes alkaa personal traineriksi. Ja myös jos olet joko kokenut PT tai valmentaja, mitä hyötyä tästä kurssista on sinulle?

Du kanske är en hängiven fitnessatlet som vill finslipa sin egen kunskap. Eller en redan erfaren tränare som funderar på nästa steg. Vi ska undersöka vad just du kan få ut av den här kursen, även om du kanske inte tänker jobba som personlig tränare sen.

In this podcast, we explore how fitness coaches can better support the mental well-being, motivation, and resilience of fitness athletes and bodybuilders. Drawing on research, coaching frameworks like Self-Determination Theory, and insights from the IFBB Nordic Academy, we focus on the key psychological drivers behind long-term success and athlete development.

This episode of The Deep Dive breaks down the IFBB Nordic Academy—its mission, course structure, global credibility, and what makes it different from other fitness certifications. The hosts outline the Academy’s focus on evidence-based education in muscle gain, fat loss, and performance, particularly in physique sports. They highlight its IFBB heritage, international recognition, expert faculty, and online delivery format. Ideal for coaches and athletes seeking science-driven, globally respected fitness education.

This podcast discusses advanced resistance training education for personal trainers. It targets trainers, individuals seeking physique transformation, and those interested in bodybuilding or physique sports.

This podcast episode is a deep dive into the relationship between salt (sodium) intake and physique goals, such as muscle building, fat loss, and competition preparation. The hosts debunk common gym myths by reviewing scientific research, including peer-reviewed studies and meta-analyses. They discuss the physiological roles of sodium, its impact on exercise performance, the potential risks of excessive intake, and offer evidence-based recommendations for optimizing salt consumption for health and physique enhancement. The overall message emphasizes moderation and informed decision-making over bro-science.