Eric Helms

Dr. Eric Helms, a renowned coach and competitive bodybuilder, shares thrilling stories from his recent travels and competitions, including a memorable emergency room visit in Taiwan after a head injury. He tackles the challenges of jet lag, dehydration, and the mishaps of using laxatives during peak week. Helms discusses his fifth-place finish, autoregulated dieting strategies, and how adapting his nutrition on the fly contributed to his stage success. With humor and insights, he highlights the cultural respect for bodybuilding in Taiwan and his experiences with fans.

Dr. Eric Helms, a notable coach, researcher, and competitive bodybuilder, shares insights from his prep for the Sacramento Muscle Mayhem. He discusses the nuances of auto-regulated dieting and its impact on recovery. The conversation digs into the pros and cons of mini-cuts and offers practical tips for bulking with a low appetite. Helms also provides updated protein targets for muscle gain and critiques safety concerns around protein supplements, along with strategies for new parents managing sleep loss. A treasure trove for fitness enthusiasts!

Eric Helms, a science communicator, coach, and competitive bodybuilder from 3DMJ, returns to share insights on his recent calf muscle growth experiment. He discusses the impact of stretching on hypertrophy and whether it can be beneficial for different muscle groups. The conversation delves into optimizing training techniques and individual variability in responses. Eric also emphasizes a flexible approach to nutrition during contest prep, balancing goals with personal experience. Exciting projects and social media plans round out this engaging discussion!

Eric Helms, a seasoned coach and competitive bodybuilder, shares insights on transitioning from competition prep to maintenance. He emphasizes the significance of mindset and realistic goal-setting in dietary changes. The discussion touches on managing off-season weight, the psychological challenges of post-diet life, and integrating comfort foods back into one's diet. Eric also offers practical advice for social eating and maintaining sustainable habits while balancing indulgence with health.

Dr. Eric Helms, a coach, researcher, and natural bodybuilder, discusses the untold truth behind achieving stage-level leanness. He highlights the serious physiological costs and trade-offs many overlook, like metabolic adaptations and low energy availability. Eric explains typical body fat ranges for competitors and emphasizes the importance of proper prep strategies to maintain health. They also dive into the crucial role of protein and resistance training during diets, debunking myths about calorie restrictions and recovery methods.