Think BIG Bodybuilding It's Just Bodybuilding : Biggest Off-Season Mistakes (And How Experienced Lifters Fix Them)
Jan 30, 2026
They dig into smart off-season habits like keeping meal timing and steady routines to protect gains. Strength-first training and progressive overload get center stage as the growth driver. Sleep, recovery, and tracking what you actually eat are highlighted as crucial. Practical tips cover cardio, program splits, supplements, and blood/health considerations without promising miracle fixes.
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Keep Post-Contest Meal Structure
- Keep meal timing and structure when you come off a contest so habits don't collapse.
- Increase calories for off-season but maintain consistent meal frequency to avoid derailing progress.
Get Heavy, Then Cut
- Prioritize getting stronger in the gym; progressive overload drives the best long-term gains.
- Don’t fear getting a bit soft in the off-season — get heavy and strong, then cut later.
Brayden’s 300-Pound Milestone
- Ron celebrated training partner Brayden hitting 300 lb after steady off-season cruising and consistent habits.
- Brayden’s gains came from structure, meal consistency, and training over years, not a sudden trick.