Adelaide brought the noise and WA brought the momentum — in this episode, we unpack a massive double-show weekend packed with athlete energy, judging transparency, and critical post-comp coaching insights.

We break down why Adelaide had the loudest crowd of the season, how WA is setting a new national standard, and answer industry questions around judging when directors also coach. Plus, we dive deep into the reverse phase — what real support looks like, when structure matters most, and why some sponsors won’t ever make our cut.

We cover:
✅ Adelaide Show Recap — Packed crowd, backstage camaraderie, and high vibes
✅ WA Workshop Wins — 40+ athletes, rising standards, and a big step forward
✅ Back-to-Back Show Logistics — Red-eye flights, sleep deprivation, and show-day hustle
✅ Judging Integrity — Transparent scoring, no director or posing coach influence
✅ Head Judge Role — Why Stewie stays on the table — and why that matters
✅ Coaching Pioneers — Shoutouts to Rich, Keegan, Benny, DC, Joey, Braden & more
✅ Reverse Phase Deep Dive — Structure, strategy, and when freedom fails
✅ Post-Comp Struggles — Normalising weight gain, food focus, and emotional turbulence
✅ Program Transitions — When to freestyle, when to follow a new block
✅ Sponsor Ethics — Why dessert box deals get rejected
✅ Ideal Off-Season Comp — Function, recovery & performance over chasing leanness
✅ Food Tracking Tools — MyFitnessPal vs. Nutritics, and why consistency wins
✅ Nationals Hotel Tips — On-site kitchens, Coles access, and a UFC gym next door
✅ Perth Show Hype — Huge bikini numbers and stacked lineups incoming

🎧 From post-show pitfalls to judging clarity and athlete wellbeing, this one’s essential listening for competitors and coaches alike.

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Michael Trimboli | Scott Morrell | Michael Galante

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