Welcome back to the Self-Selecting Podcast! In Episode 24, we sit down with the incredible Alex Bush, a highly respected figure in the fitness industry. Alex shares his journey from starting in college to becoming a top coach, discussing the evolution of female bodybuilding and the nuances of training and contest prep.
In this episode, we cover:
- The evolution of female bodybuilding
- Strategies for effective glute training
- Managing volume and exercise selection- Addressing left
-right glute imbalances
- Using metrics to track progress and hypertrophy
- Setting realistic expectations for natural athletes
Timestamps:
- [00:00] - Introduction and welcome to Episode 24
- [01:01] - Alex’s background and journey in fitness
- [04:13] - Evolution of female bodybuilding and changes in the bikini division
- [06:15] - Specificity in glute training and feedback from judges
- [08:05] - Dynamic range and projection in glute development
- [10:19] - Diagnosing glute training issues and mind-muscle connection
- [11:02] - Importance of foot positioning in glute training
- [12:11] - Drills for improving glute engagement
- [13:45] - Importance of a neutral stance and forefoot pressure
- [15:22] - Addressing volume and execution in training
- [18:42] - Common complaints and troubleshooting glute training
- [20:38] - Athlete responsibility and communication with coaches
- [22:47] - Avoiding excessive deficits and PED reliance in contest prep
- [25:20] - Understanding the role of PEDs and timeline planning
- [27:11] - Misconceptions about anabolic steroids and contest prep
- [29:16] - Decision-making in muscle building and fat loss
- [32:17] - Risks of using Anavar and client experiences
- [34:01] - Planning for a season and long-term implications of drug use
- [36:28] - Importance of restoring hormonal health post-prep
- [39:55] - Enhancing hormonal regulation and growth
- [41:14] - Long-term planning for muscle building
- [42:26] - Misuse of diuretics and SARMs in contest prep
- [45:23] - Myths about SARMs in contest prep
- [47:09] - Final thoughts on effective contest prep
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