Episode 346: Healthy, Redefined: Finding Balance Without Rules
Release Date: 09/25/2025
Episode 373: New Year Shenanigans
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In this episode, Danika and Paul share their personal intentions and goals for the new year ahead, break down the most common New Year goals they hear as coaches, and discuss the tools, mindset shifts, and systems that actually help you set meaningful goals and stay consistent in working toward them.
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Episode 372: Ins, Outs & In-Betweens: Our 2025 Recap
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In this episode, our hosts reflect on some of their favorite core memories from 2025 — from standout shows to unforgettable moments and everything in between. They also break down the year’s ins, outs, and in-betweens, sharing what they noticed, what stuck, and what they’re carrying with them into the new year.
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Episode 371: Building the Blueprint: How to Set Smart Goals for 2026
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If you’re thinking about competing in 2026, this episode is your starting point. We break down common goal-setting mistakes, realistic timelines, and how to approach prep goals like a mature, serious athlete. From choosing the right season to understanding what actually needs to be built before prep begins, this conversation helps you move from vague ambition to a clear, executable plan.
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Episode 370: The Shift: From Lifestyle to Prep Client
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In this episode, Paul, Danika, and Stephanie sit down to discuss the evolution of a lifestyle client transitioning into a prep client. They break down what truly changes when an athlete makes this shift — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From readiness and expectations to the increased demands of prep, the hosts share real coaching insight on how (and when) a lifestyle client is actually prepared to take the leap into competition.
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Episode 369: The BIG jump from a regional to national show
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In this episode, our hosts recap NPC Nationals from this past weekend, where each had athletes competing on the national stage. They share firsthand observations from the show, discuss trends they noticed across divisions, and dive into what truly separates athletes who are ready to compete at the national level from those who still need more time to develop.
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Episode 368: Health Beyond the Macros: Parenting and Perspective
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In this episode Danika and AnnMarie Lawrence have an honest conversation about how their approach to health, nutrition, and self-care has evolved as they have moved through different seasons of life, especially parenthood. They explore what it means to nourish both themsleves and their families without perfection, how priorities shift when performance gives way to presence, and why health should be adaptable rather than rigid.
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Episode 367: Why you aren't IMPROVING in your Improvement Season
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In this episode, our hosts explore the common roadblocks holding athletes back in their improvement season. From training intensity to accountability and beyond, they discuss what truly moves the needle—plus the traits their top-performing athletes consistently bring to the table.
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Episode 366: Prep Q&A: Lasting in Bodybuilding + Surviving a 20lb Post-Show Rebound
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In this episode, Paul, Lexie and Evan answer some prep related questions asked by YOU guys. Questions stemming from "how to find longevity in the sport of bodybuilding" to "what to do if you gain 20lbs post show" are answered by our hosts.Enjoy this variety-packed episode filled with valuable insights across a wide range of topics!
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Episode 365: Contest Prep Mistakes to Avoid
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In this special episode, Paul sits down with coach Matt, who is based in South Africa, to talk about contest prep mistakes. Paul and Matt briefly discuss Paul's potential return to stage with Matt's guidance while breaking down some common mistakes made from competitors before, during and after a contest prep.
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Episode 364: The Future of Natural Bodybuilding
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In this episode, the hosts explore the reality of natural bodybuilding in today’s NPC/IFBB world. They kick things off with a recap of the Ben Weider show from this past week, where the team secured two pro cards in Fit Model, then break down why this event saw record participation. They also dive into the banned substance list and the ongoing conversation around what truly defines a natural athlete.
info_outlineIn this episode, Paul, Danika, and Priscilla unpack the term ‘healthy’ as it relates to food choices. Together, they redefine what healthy truly means and explore the importance of balance and neutrality when it comes to eating.