We’re back after an epic start to the Autumn Season with our first-ever Gold Coast show – and it absolutely delivered. In this episode, we go behind the scenes on what made it such a standout event, including venue setup, stage production, athlete feedback, and that packed house energy.
We also dive into critical topics for first-timers, including peak week protocols, posing rules, and what separates good reverses from great ones. If you're planning to do two comps in a row or want to fine-tune your show day strategy, this episode is packed with gold.

We cover:
✅ Gold Coast Show Recap — Why this venue could rival Tassie as our best
✅ Venue Production — Building the floor from scratch (yes, there was blood)
✅ Athlete Culture — Why the backstage energy was next level
✅ First-Timer Insight — Why posing workshops are a game-changer
✅ Peak Week for Bikini — What matters (and what doesn’t)
✅ Posing Rules — Clarifying back pose hair, hands, and height differences
✅ Back-to-Back Shows — How to manage fluid, food, and look sharp twice
✅ NBA vs IFBB — The key differences between divisions and expectations
✅ Safe Supplement Use — Why batch-tested matters for natural athletes
✅ Diuretics in Peak Week — Why we don’t recommend them
✅ Warming Up Right — Can too many warm-ups kill your set?

🎧 Whether you're an athlete, coach, or just love the behind-the-scenes of bodybuilding, this one’s loaded with insight, strategy, and plenty of banter.

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Michael Trimboli | Scott Morrell | Michael Galante

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