Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi Alex Leonidas - First Competition, Post-Contest Rebounds, Fake Naturals in Bodybuilding
Jun 10, 2023
In this episode, strength athlete and coach Alex Leonidas shares insights from his first natural bodybuilding competition. He discusses the extreme dieting involved, including a rapid post-contest weight rebound. Alex opens up about the challenges of weight management, highlighting issues with cheaters in competitions and the importance of looking at healthy body weight setpoints. The conversation also touches on the struggle of maintaining discipline in training, adapting exercises, and his long-term vision for content creation in fitness.
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Rebrand To Match Your Values
- Use your real name and authentic brand when your channel matures to avoid harmful associations.
- Double down on the niche you excel at instead of chasing crude trends or clicks.
Seven-Month Contest Prep
- Alex describes a seven-month contest prep that included a one-month diet break and slow final losses to reach single-digit bodyfat.
- He emphasizes the last 10 pounds are the hardest and require continual calorie adjustments.
Micro-Manage Calories At Contest Leanness
- When you reach extreme leanness, track every calorie and weigh small items because tiny amounts matter.
- Prioritize very high protein and low carbs/fats to fit calories while preserving muscle.