In today's episode, we get to learn all about Coach John Hansen. A very well respected bodybuilder, author, podcast host and a true example of the power of visualization. We discuss John's journey into bodybuilding and fitness, his many accomplishments as well as his epic interview opportunity with Arnold himself. This is one episode with many takeaways and inspiring moments to grab a hold of!

In this episode, our prep coaches break down some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding contest prep. From the belief that you are eating TOO little to evoke fat loss or that you are doing too much cardio (or too little), they separate fact from fiction and explain what it really takes to achieve a successful prep.

In the episode we get to chat with Coach Priscilla all about her pregnancy and how things have been going so far. She discusses with us what she has been experiencing personally, the shift in her fitness routine and how she is fueling her body since finding out she was pregnant. This is her first pregnancy and she also shares with us how she is preparing for the weeks ahead.

In this Q&A-focused episode, our prep hosts answer your offseason questions, discussing everything from how long you should stay out of prep to make REAL and noticeable progress, handling FOMO when not in prep, setting expectations for a successful improvement season, and much more. Whether you are in your offseason or in prep, this episode is for you!

In this episode Fatima and Danika are joined by Natalie Gianoglio, an Emotional Reguation Practitioner, Specialist Wellness Counselor and creator of The Anchored Self Method. Throughout this episode you will learn practical tools that will help you regulate and anchor your emotional self, draw better awareness to your emotions and learn ways YOU can personally express them productively. Natalie provides a wealth of knowledge about the nervous system and how we can better show up for this incredible part of our selves. Be prepared to take some good notes with this one!

In this episode, our prep coaches dive into a topic they've been discussing frequently with athletes: how to know when it's the right time to make the switch from Bikini to Fit Model. As the Bikini division has evolved significantly over the past five years, many athletes who may have once been ideal Bikini competitors now align more closely with the Fit Model criteria. The coaches share how they navigate these conversations with their athletes, the factors they consider when making recommendations, and how to determine which division best suits an athlete's physique, goals, and long-term potential.

In this honest and impactful episode, our coaches discuss what happens when an athlete feels like they've "ruined" their post-show reverse diet. They dive into strategies they use with athletes, how to navigate setbacks, and practical ways to regain momentum when the reverse diet doesn't go according to plan.

Have you ever felt like everyone else is moving ahead while you're somehow falling behind? In this honest conversation, Fatima and Danika unpack the growing epidemic of feeling behind. We explore where these feelings may come from, the role comparison, social media, and societal expectations play, and how we can begin to challenge the timelines we've been taught to follow. We share where we personally feel we are behind and what we are doing to shift this mindset and use it as a tool for growth. If you've ever questioned whether you're doing enough, achieving enough, or becoming enough, this episode is for you. You may be more on track than you think.

In this informative episode, our hosts dive into one of the most important topics in bodybuilding: Peak Week. Paul, Evan, and Lexie break down potentially dangerous peaking protocols to avoid, while exploring the science behind key variables like water, sodium, and carbohydrates. They discuss how these factors can be strategically used to enhance physique presentation leading into show day.

This is an all about CARBS episode! Carbs have been unfairly labeled as the bad guy for years, but in this episode, we're breaking down the myths, exploring where our beliefs about carbohydrates come from, and discussing why they play an important role in fueling our bodies. Rather than fearing carbs or following nutrition trends, we'll talk about creating awareness around how carbohydrates affect you and why nutrition should be individualized, not one-size-fits-all. Replacing food fear with curiosity, education, awareness and intention.