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The hosts share a fun and nostalgic conversation about oatmeal butterscotch cookies made by a wife, debating their flavors and textures. Their light-hearted banter combines culinary appreciation with fond memories from childhood, making for an engaging and humorous episode.

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Episode Overview

In this episode, OB and Smitty are joined by special guest Chris McGowan, IFBB pro athlete and coach, to share simple yet effective dieting and nutrition tips to stay lean heading into the winter and holiday season. The episode kicks off with a playful debate about oatmeal versus chocolate chip cookies, leading into discussions on training methodologies, nutrition, and coaching strategies.

Chris brings his expertise to the table, offering actionable advice for balancing flexibility with discipline during the holidays, managing post-competition mental health, and building strength over simply testing it. The group also explores the integration of bodyweight and barbell training, the importance of stress management for physique competitors, and the mindset shifts essential for long-term success in fitness and life.

Timestamps

[00:00] Cookie Debate: Oatmeal vs. Chocolate Chip (Revisited)

[05:08] Bodyweight Training to Failure

[09:49] Smitty's New Training Methods

[15:00] Nutrition and Stress Management for Competitors

[22:09] Coaching Strategies: Balancing Mental Toughness and Support

[30:08] Mindset Shifts: From Fear to Love in Fitness

[41:03] Reflections on Life and Regrets

[49:59] Simple Dieting Tips with Chris McGowan

[01:01:15] Understanding the 5/3/1 Training Program

[01:10:27] The Balance of Flexible Dieting and Bodybuilding

[01:18:45] Post-Competition Mental Health and Nutrition