3D Muscle Journey

In this episode, Eric, Brad, and Steve (the team dietitian) have an in-depth discussion about plant-based, vegetarian, and vegan diets. They cover why people choose to consume a vegetarian or vegan diet, vegetarian diets vs. diets that include animal meat, and key nutrients those consuming a vegetarian or vegan diet need to be mindful of. [...]

In this episode, Eric, Andrea, and Amanda (the team's mental health consultant) take a close look at confidence. They discuss what it is, what it is not, and how to become more confident. What is self-efficacy and how can you increase it? What is the difference between confidence and arrogance? What are some of the [...]

This episode is the most comprehensive episode to date when it comes to teaching yourself or others how to lift. During the conversation, Eric, Jeff, and Brad discuss the tools and strategies they use to teach their athletes how to lift and pose. What is the difference between an internal cue and an external cue? [...]

In this episode, Jeff, Alberto, and Andrea discuss the different divisions of physique sport. They cover how to choose your division, what the judges are evaluating, and how to best present yourself on show day. What four things are the judges evaluating when you're on stage? Can you be too lean? Is asymmetry between one's [...]

In this episode, Jeff, Brad, and Andrea discuss how the coaches design their athletes' protocols. What questions do the coaches ask a new athlete before designing their protocol? What details do they want to know? How do they design protocols for athletes who are multiple years away from competing? How do the coaches utilize tracking? [...]

In this episode, Jeff, Brad, and Alberto discuss what to do if your bodybuilding competition has been postponed. The coaches cover altering your game plan, ending your prep prematurely, and an alternative to competing. What are your options moving forward? What do the coaches think is a good length of time to be in peak [...]

In this episode, Alberto, Andrea, and Eric thoroughly discuss the relationship between strength and hypertrophy. They cover programming strategies for physique athletes, how to ensure overload is happening, and the necessity of 1-RM testing. Is it possible to increase muscle size without increasing your one-rep max? What should you do if you're getting stronger but [...]

In this episode, Eric, Alberto, and Nick discuss how to efficiently and effectively transition from your home training routine to your pre-quarantine routine once gyms reopen. Where is a good starting spot for volume? Where is a good starting spot for intensity? How is Alberto going to go about his first week back in the [...]

Thank you for your support over the past 150 episodes! As a way to show our appreciation, Jeff and Eric answer a collection of your questions in today's episode. What can you do if you've regained all the weight you lost during prep, but are still struggling with controlling your appetite? How can you train [...]

In this episode, Alberto, Brad, and Jeff discuss how to set yourself up for a successful prep. How can you accurately determine how much weight you need to lose? What simple formula can help you estimate the length of your prep? How far out from your show do the coaches recommend you start working with [...]