Welcome to The Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast! Each episode you will be joined by your hosts Jack Radford-Smith, Daniel Chapelle, Lawrence Grieve and Daniel Yates, all passionate bodybuilders who are engrossed within the bodybuilding community here in Australia. Tune into the podcast for insight into the bodybuilding lifestyle, including everyone’s journeys on and off the stage, regular Q&A’s, guest interviews and of course some banter along the way. We all hope you enjoy! Instagram Handles ...
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122: WE RANK GYM EQUIPMENT BRANDS FROM BEST TO WORST
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Welcome to episode 122 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts comprehensively rank the most popular gym equipment brands from best to worst. Tune in the hear how industry giants such as Cybex, Panatta, Hammer Strength and Hoist stand up against each other, the results may surprise you! Thank you again for tuning i…
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Welcome to episode 121 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide a thorough update on their own journeys and discuss a number of practical examples for embracing the more challenging days and weeks throughout a contest preparation. Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would gr…
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120: PEAK WEEK STRATEGIES & ARE YOU ACTUALLY READY TO COMPETE?
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Welcome to episode 120 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as dehydration and sauna use in peak week, the impact of cortisol and the stress response on weight loss, managing difficult weeks in a contest prep, and much, MUCH more! Thank …
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119: THE CURRENT STATE OF NATURAL BODYBUILDING FT. NATTY NEWS DAILY
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Welcome to episode 119 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by the crew from Natty News Daily (@natty_news_daily)! The BDU crew ask Leroy (leroy_rollins_fitness), Dan (@dchyperstrength) and James (@j.johnson.dpt) a number of questions around the formation of the page, pros and cons of certain federati…
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118: BLOOD WORK IN PREP & CHANGES TO NATURAL TESTOSTERONE
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Welcome to episode 118 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the optimal dark chocolate ratio, Olympia predictions, interpreting blood work in comp prep, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you …
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117: FIRST TIMER TO WNBF PRO FT. JACKED CHAN
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Welcome to episode 117 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by WNBF professional natural bodybuilder, Julian Cheung (@jacked_chan)! The BDU crew ask Julian a number of questions around his bodybuilding success, balancing social media with his prep routine, managing nutrition in the post-competition pe…
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116: NUTRITION FOR BODYBUILDING: PRE-PREP & CONTEST PREPARATION PHASES
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Welcome to episode 116 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts discuss the importance of nutrition throughout the pre-prep and contest preparation phases within bodybuilding. Prominent topics include the ideal body composition achieved during the pre-prep phase, nutrition red flags identified during a comp prep, be…
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115: RPE VS RIR, CARDIO VS STEPS & SUGAR ALCOHOLS VS DIETARY FIBRE
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Welcome to episode 115 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the pros and cons of utilising RPE and RIR, incorporating steps and cardio in a contest preparation phase, volume requirements for muscle retention, and much, MUCH more! Than…
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114: INTERVIEW WITH WORLD CHAMPION NATURAL BODYBUILDER: DIRK EMMERICH
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Welcome to episode 114 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by world champion natural bodybuilder, Dirk Emmerich (@dirkemmerich_)! The BDU crew ask Dirk a number of questions around his training and nutrition protocols, goals for his upcoming competitive season, advice for novice bodybuilders and the …
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Welcome to episode 113 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts conduct a themed episode in celebration of the upcoming Olympic Games! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel and leave a five-star rating, it really he…
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112: NUTRITION FOR BODYBUILDING: IMPROVEMENT SEASON, MINI-CUTS & OPTIMAL HEALTH
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Welcome to episode 112 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts discuss the overarching subject of nutrition and the role it plays for general health and as a bodybuilder throughout the improvement season. Prominent topics include the use of mini-cuts, importance of macronutrient splits, off-plan meals and much, MUC…
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111: MANAGING SICKNESS DURING PREP & HOW TO WIN FROM A LOSS
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Welcome to episode 111 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as adjusting machines for height and limb length, managing illness during comp prep, enhanced vs natty judges, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast a…
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110: BDU FULL DAY OF EATING & HOW TO WARM-UP CORRECTLY
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Welcome to episode 110 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the best warm-up method, recognition of Australian competitors, daily nutrition protocols, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you en…
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109: PRE-WORKOUT NUTRITION, COMP PREP TIMELINES & IDEAL CYCLE LENGTH
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Welcome to episode 109 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as mesocycle terminology, comp prep timelines for DY & DC, pre-workout meal ideas, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We wou…
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108: OUR BODYBUILDING GOALS, WEAK POINTS & CURRENT SUPPLEMENT STACK
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Welcome to episode 108 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts discuss a number of topics related to their own bodybuilding journeys such as supplement regimes, weak point training, competition timelines, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly apprec…
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107: JACK WINS HIS PRO CARD & ICN NATIONALS DISCUSSION FT. MR AUSTRALIA
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Welcome to episode 107 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as Jack's final peak week, results from the ICN national titles, pro card controversy, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We…
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106: ICN QLD RECAP, POST COMP DISCUSSION & JACK'S PEAK WEEK PLAN
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Welcome to episode 106 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the recent Brisbane ICN show, Jack's peak week plan for nationals, recovery phase discussion, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you…
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105: CARB LOAD VS FAT LOAD FOR PEAK WEEK & MAKING BODYBUILDING LESS SOLITARY
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Welcome to episode 105 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as Jack's peak week plan, carb vs fat loading, food intolerances in prep, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatl…
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104: JACK IS 4 DAYS OUT & THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT PEAK WEEK
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Welcome to episode 104 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as Jack's decision to compete for season A, peak week truths, IFBB nationals recap, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We wo…
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103: COMP DAY RECAPS, EMBARRASSING GYM MOMENTS & OUR BODYBUILDING SUPERPOWERS
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Welcome to episode 103 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as Lawrence's new role in Australian bodybuilding, embarrassing gym moments, unusual food choices in the off-season, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the pod…
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102: IFBB QLD RECAP, MANAGING DIZZINESS DURING COMP PREP, 100% READY FOR SHOW ONE?
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Welcome to episode 102 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as nutrition throughout the menstrual cycle, bringing 100% conditioning for your first show of the season, managing dizziness while dieting, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again…
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101: THE HARDEST MUSCLE TO GROW, POST-WORKOUT NUTRITION & FAST FOOD COMP PREP
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Welcome to episode 101 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the hardest muscle group to grow, post-workout recommendations, fast food chain of choice for comp prep, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and …
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100: TALKING ALL THINGS NATURAL BODYBUILDING WITH AJ MORRIS
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Welcome to episode 100 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by experienced coach and natural bodybuilder, AJ Morris (@ajmorris_)! AJ and the guys discuss a number of topics such as the recent natural IFBB shows, implementing new research, mindset in the gym, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tu…
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99: COMPETING WITH WNBF AUSTRALIA IN 2024 FT. LEAH MARIE
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Welcome to episode 99 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by WNBF Australia president, Leah Marie! Leah and the guys discuss a number of topics relevant to the upcoming season A show, including improvements from the previous season, drug testing protocols, plans for team Australia in future years, an…
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98: WE RANK THE ABSOLUTE WORST PARTS OF PREP
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Welcome to episode 98 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts collectively decide upon the absolute worst part of prep! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel and leave a five-star rating, it really helps the podcas…
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97: RIR VS FAILURE, ARNOLD CLASSIC RECAP & A CHANGE OF PLANS
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Welcome to episode 97 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the recent Arnold Classic shows, RIR vs failure for muscle hypertrophy, losing hit points IRL, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you…
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96: PERFECT PRE-WORKOUT MEAL, TIPS FOR MIND-MUSCLE CONNECTION & SHOW DAY NERVES
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Welcome to episode 96 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as pre-workout guidelines, optimising the mind-muscle connection, tips for first-time competitors, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope yo…
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95: NEW HYPERTROPHY RESEARCH, COACHING RED FLAGS & HOW TO RUIN YOUR PEAK WEEK
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Welcome to episode 95 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as assessing progress in the improvement season, switching coaches, reversing into a show, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy!…
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94: TRAINING TIPS DURING PREP, BIGGEST BODYBUILDING MISTAKES & NINJA CREAMI REVIEW
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Welcome to episode 94 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as bodybuilding gladiator names, effectiveness of green tea, making a living in the fitness industry, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope…
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93: REFEEDS, SUGAR FREE DRINKS & DUMBBELLS VS BARBELLS
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Welcome to episode 93 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as making friends in bodybuilding, refeed strategies, natural limits for muscle growth, sugar free beverages in prep, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the pod…
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92: MALE WELLNESS, MS GYM MODEL CATEGORY & TRIPOD BAN DEBATE
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Welcome to episode 92 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as emerging bodybuilding categories, pre-prep prerequisites, drug testing budgets, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We woul…
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91: THE 2X WORLD CHAMPION FT. BECCY PATEMAN
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Welcome to episode 91 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by Beccy Pateman! 2023 was an incredible season for Beccy as she claimed the Natural Olympia Pro Figure World Title as well as the Pro Fitbody World Title at WNBF Worlds! Tune in to hear all about her amazing season and much more! Thank you ag…
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90: THE FUTURE OF BODYBUILDING FT. ERIC HELMS
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Welcome to episode 90 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts are joined by Dr Eric Helms! Eric is a WNBF Pro Bodybuilder, chief science officer of Team 3DMJ and one of the most prominent contributors to the evidence based fitness scene and the sport of natural bodybuilding! Thank you again for tuning into the podc…
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Welcome to episode 89 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as how one should track volume for smaller muscle groups like delts and arms, cardio vs steps in prep and how to go about pumping up backstage. All of this plus MUCH MORE! Thank …
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Welcome to episode 88 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as improving weak points within one's own physique, what recovery methods are worth your time and much, much MORE! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enj…
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Welcome to episode 87 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as hunger management in comp prep, favourite meals when dieting, considerations as a plant-based bodybuilder, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and…
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Welcome to episode 86 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as 2024 goals, bodyweight plateaus, optimal training splits, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate i…
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85: UNPOPULAR BODYBUILDING OPINIONS
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Welcome to episode 85 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of unconventional topics such as outdated technology, unpopular opinions, love life, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly app…
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84: NATTY VS ENHANCED? WHO TAKES BODYBUILDING MORE SERIOUSLY?
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Welcome to episode 84 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as natural vs enhanced bodybuilding, weight gain post show, common sayings in the fitness industry, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope y…
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83: WOULD YOU RATHER... BODYBUILDING EDITION
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Welcome to episode 83 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week your hosts have a "would you rather" themed episode, discussing all scenarios from "no zingers or no iliac pulldown" to "be in an aggressive prep or surplus for the next 20 years". Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if…
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Welcome to episode 82 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode all your hosts are back together! Tune in to hear a recap of Lawrence's and Dan's adventures in the USA! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel and leave a five-sta…
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81: TRACKING MEALS OUT IN THE OFF-SEASON & 52 SETS FOR QUAD GROWTH?
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Welcome to episode 81 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode you are joined by Jack and DC, who provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as optimal sets for leg growth, tracking meals out in the improvement season, activity trackers, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the …
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80: MANAGING STRESSORS IN PREP & PROTEIN RECOMMENDATIONS WHILE DIETING
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Welcome to episode 80 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode you are joined by Jack and DC, who provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as psychology in prep, protein recommendations, enjoyability of training, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you…
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79: THE USA SPECIAL & LAWRENCE’S PEAK WEEK EXPLAINED
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Welcome to episode 79 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode two of your hosts are connecting from the USA. After many hours of eventful travel, DY & Lawrence provide a rundown of their past 24 hours and week ahead including trips to Walmart, peak week plans, noteworthy gyms, and much more! Thank you again for tuning into th…
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Welcome to episode 78 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the 2023 Olympia, Lawrence's flight plan to Seattle, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you…
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77: WNBF AUSTRALIA WRAP-UP & ARE TOP SETS OVERRATED?
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Welcome to episode 77 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the recent WNBF Australia show, top & back-off sets, rest times between sets, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would …
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Welcome to episode 76 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as the recent ICN & IFBB national shows, the future of bodybuilding in Australia, avoiding a post comp slump, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and…
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75: YOUR GUIDE TO THE POST SHOW RECOVERY PHASE
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Welcome to episode 75 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as polygraph testing, best types of rice for bodybuilding, post show recovery guidelines, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! …
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74: OUR HARDEST SETS EVER & IS FAT LOADING THE SECRET?
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Welcome to episode 74 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and discuss a number of topics such as fat loading during peak week, training block designs, recovery modalities for bodybuilding, and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you en…
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73: CATCHING UP WITH THE BOYS & SHOW WEEKEND RECAP
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Welcome to episode 73 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! On this week's episode your hosts provide an update on their own journeys and recap a few of the bodybuilding shows held in Australia this past weekend! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the cha…
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