Episode 302: Show Day Support: A Coach’s Role on Show Day
The ProPhysique Code
In this prep centered episode, our prep team briefly recaps two big shows from this past weekend, touching specifically on the Fit Model division and what they each noticed. Then, they dive into the topic of "what a coach's role is on show day." Whether it's coaching an athlete VIRTUALLY on show day or being there in person, our coaches break down how they provide support to their athletes on the big day.
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Episode 301: Beyond the Physique: Meshing Mental Health with Bodybuilding
The ProPhysique Code
In this episode, Paul and Danika discuss the psychological and behavior impact of competing. Being that Danika is the team's mindset coach, her and Paul do a deep dive into the sport of bodybuilding from a psychological perspective while also discssuing their own experiences in the competition world and how certain practices have evolved over the years.
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Episode 300: Protecting your Peace: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen
The ProPhysique Code
In this episode, our prep hosts dive into the what happens when you get "too many cooks" involved, in your prep. The philosophy of having "too many cooks in the kitchen" stems from letting TOO many people get in your ear about what you should or shouldn'tt be doing and this can be OVERWHELMING to any athlete. Our hosts dive into this more and talk about what you can do to protect your peace, during prep, so that this doesn't disrupt your mental peace.
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Episode 299: Introducing Coach Ron Parmeter
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In this episode, Danika and Christina are joined by Coach Ron and we learn his background and story! Ron is a former police officer, competitior and now lifestyle coach on ProPhysique and in this episode, he shares his ideal clients that he enjoys working with, his experience and his personal athletic history.
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Episode 298: PEDS and Bikini with Cory Hageman
The ProPhysique Code
In this extra special episode, Paul and Evan bring Cory Hageman on for an interview. Cory is an IFBB bikini pro with a background in nursing and she is most commonly known for her openness and knowledge surrounding the ideas of PED useage amongst female athletes. In this episode, Cory provides her educated insight on PED useage with bikini athletes.
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Episode 297: The Test Isn't What You Need
The ProPhysique Code
In this chat, our podcast hosts start with Danika's idea of going to a lab for a VO2max testing. From there, Christina and Stephen bounce off some ideas about how that information might be helpful for her goal along with what they think may be effective or accessible ways of gathering similar info about training status and capability without the price tag or lab appointment.
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Episode 296: Prep Burnout: What is Feels Like and When to Take a Break
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Join our prep hosts in this episode to talk all about burnout. We hear this term frequently but what does it REALLY mean and how do you know if you are truly "burnt out" or not? Our hosts talk about burnout in prep, why it can happen, how to prevent it and what to do if it happens.
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Episode 295: I want to look like a bodybuilder…
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In this chat, our hosts discuss a common statement they here in consult calls: I'd like to look like I could compete at any time as a bodybuilder, but I don't want to live like one. Let's dive into the problems this can cause if not approached carefully, and how a version of this sentiment and the related lifestyle shifts can help you feel confident year round.
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Episode 294: CHEATING IN PREP... What Really Happens?
The ProPhysique Code
In this episode, our prep hosts dive into the topic of CHEATING in prep. From what causes one to cheat in prep to what to do if one cheats in prep, our hosts offer their insight (and share vulnerable stories from their own pasts) on this topic.
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Episode 293:The Juice Isn't Worth the Squeeze: Getting to the Bottom of WHY things are not working
The ProPhysique Code
In this episode, our hosts chat about some of the current themes they are noticing in check ins with clietns that may be having a more difficult time finding progress, or who are struggling with sticking to the variations of their program. How do the coaches adapt their approach? How do they encourage their clients to get excited about next steps if things need to pivot?
info_outlineIn this episode, our prep team dives into some rather common questions pertaining to SHOW DAY! Things such as "what to expect backstage," "what stands out on stage," and "understanding call outs/classes," are discussed. Tune in to learn about some of the not so commonly discussed things pertaining to show day!