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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.

Scott McNally sits down with IFBB Pro bodybuilder Kuba Cielen to discuss mitochondrial peptides, retatrutide, and advanced drug application in bodybuilding.We break down dosing, timing, limitations, and why overuse of GLP-1 drugs and peptides can backfire for serious competitors.0:00 Kuba’s bodybuilding update7:30 When to adjust food in the off-season10:30 Overuse of mitochondrial stacks and GLP meds11:15 Supporting mitochondrial health without drugs14:00 MOT-C timing and dosing15:30 SS-31 dosing discussion18:00 SLU-PP-332 dosing and limits25:10 Blood work results from GLP use32:00 Losing hunger tolerance with GLP meds33:00 When to stop retatrutide before a show35:30 Favorite testosterone esters41:20 Changes in estrogen conversion between cycles43:16 How much gear is actually needed45:00 Benefits of estrogen control beyond symptoms49:00 TRT cycles vs gym bro cycles vs pro cycles52:20 Best training split with limited time55:40 Planning a second cycle with test and mast58:30 Using orals in the off-season1:03:45 Jordan Peters’ mindset1:05:45 Enduring pain and side effects1:09:30 Training to failure in high-volume programs1:12:45 Increlex previewFollow the guys on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/kuba_sylvester_cielen/https://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1/Support THINK BIG BodybuildingHelp keep the podcast going. Even $5/month makes a difference.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingOfficial Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITIONCustom supplements trusted by serious lifters.Third-party tested, fully customizable formulas.Save with code THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINKTHINK BIG Bodybuilding ApparelOfficial t-shirts and merch.https://think-big.printify.me/productsCanadian Viewers — Supplements Made EasyTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canada.http://www.supplementsource.caHelp Us GrowShare this episode with someone who loves bodybuilding!

Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry & Scott McNally0:00 Is HGH Worth It for Gains?0:30 Supporting the Show1:40 More Gear or Add GH?8:00 How GH Gains Differ from Steroid Gains10:10 Does Playing It Safer Hurt Progress?15:45 Chasing State-Level Bodybuilding Wins27:45 Building Strength by Pyramiding Weights36:00 Using Anabolics After Surgery44:45 When High Doses Still Don’t Work51:20 Fake Lab Reports and COAs57:00 Handling Bad Gym Advice1:05:20 Solving Gut Distension Before the StageSupport THINK BIG BodybuildingHelp keep the podcast going. Even $5/month makes a difference.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingOfficial Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITIONCustom supplements trusted by serious lifters.Third-party tested, fully customizable formulas.Save with code THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINKOfficial Sponsor: STROM SPORTS NUTRITIONHealth stacks and cycle support for US and UK.UK: tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54US: https://stromsportsus.comCoaching & ConsultingTraining, nutrition, and performance guidance for competitors and non-competitors.Dave Crosland: https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/Scott McNally: mcnallydiets@gmail.comTHINK BIG Bodybuilding ApparelOfficial t-shirts and merch.https://think-big.printify.me/productsCanadian Viewers — Supplements Made EasyTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canada.http://www.supplementsource.caHelp Us GrowShare this episode with someone who loves bodybuilding.

Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, and Scott McNally sit down with Dom Mutascio, better known as Dom Supersliced, to talk about coaching 300-lb pro bodybuilders, Sergio Oliva Jr’s game plan, and whether you can compete in bodybuilding while staying healthy.0:00 Short acting insulin and peak week1:00 Welcoming Dom Supersliced5:00 Sergio Oliva Jr’s New York Pro game plan9:50 Improving Sergio’s overall look13:10 Dieting a 300 lb bodybuilder21:20 Dieting smaller competitors25:00 Peaking protocols and timing39:00 Can you bodybuild and stay healthy?48:00 Coaching athletes who want high doses52:00 Off-season stress and recovery54:20 GLP mistakes at the top level59:50 Training performance drives progress1:02:15 New York vs Vegas bodybuilding culture1:11:20 Older bodybuilders pushing too hardOfficial Sponsor: MUTANTPremium supplements for serious athletes.Save with codes BIGRON or DUSTY: ⁠https://iammutant.com⁠Support THINK BIG BodybuildingHelp keep the podcast going — even $5/month makes a difference.https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingOfficial Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITIONCustom supplements trusted by serious lifters. Third-party tested and fully customizable.Save with code THINK: https://www.truenutrition.com/THINKTHINK BIG Bodybuilding ApparelOfficial t-shirts and merch: https://think-big.printify.me/productsCanadian Viewers — Supplements Made EasyTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canada: http://www.supplementsource.caHelp Us GrowShare this episode with someone who loves bodybuilding.

Scott McNally and Dave Crosland break down moving from TRT to full steroid cycles.Health, bloodwork, peptides, HGH, and smart dosing — all the key considerations.A must-listen for experienced lifters who want results without risking their health.1:00 “You’re all cheats” and steroid perception1:20 Supporting the show2:45 Dave’s ITV interview5:15 Lovely YouTube comments5:45 Steroid considerations for older users11:00 Graduating from TRT into cycles15:00 Growth hormone for older guys16:00 High blood sugar from HGH19:45 Using Reta to improve insulin sensitivity23:45 TNE during a health phase27:00 When increasing dosage makes sense29:25 Equipoise cypionate in contest prep31:45 PT-141 discussion33:45 Testosterone to Equipoise ratios37:00 Eating late at night40:45 Joint pain from Masteron41:30 Does Masteron age you faster44:30 HCG before PCT48:00 Minimum budget lab work50:15 DNP popularity changes53:00 Peptides and government crackdowns1:02:25 Reta limiting muscle gains1:05:30 Sermorelin is inferior1:06:45 Dave’s drawings1:12:45 Uncle Dave’s wisdomSupport THINK BIG BodybuildingHelp keep the podcast going. Even $5/month makes a difference.Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding⁠Official Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITIONCustom supplements trusted by serious lifters.Third-party tested, fully customizable formulas.Save with code THINK⁠https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK⁠Official Sponsor: STROM SPORTS NUTRITIONHealth stacks and cycle support for US and UK.UK: tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54US: ⁠https://stromsportsus.com⁠Coaching & ConsultingTraining, nutrition, and performance guidance for competitors and non-competitors.Dave Crosland: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/⁠Scott McNally: mcnallydiets@gmail.comTHINK BIG Bodybuilding ApparelOfficial t-shirts and merch.⁠https://think-big.printify.me/products⁠Canadian Viewers — Supplements Made EasyTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canada.⁠http://www.supplementsource.ca⁠Help Us GrowShare this episode with someone who loves bodybuilding.

Muscle Minds 182 | Why Most Lifters Misunderstand Training IntensityMuscle Minds 182 dives deep into why most lifters misinterpret training intensity. Scott McNally and Dr. Scott Stevenson break down the science and psychology of intensity, exploring training volume, failure, pain perception, genetics, and how to push past plateaus for smarter muscle growth. Learn why most lifters never truly reach their limits and how advanced techniques like mechanical drop sets can elevate your results.Episode Highlights:0:00 Breaking Plateaus with Training Harder4:11 What Training Intensity Really Means17:32 Pain Tolerance vs Productive Intensity25:46 Understanding True Muscular Failure31:08 Why Most Lifters Never Push Hard Enough52:18 Mechanical Drop Sets ExplainedSupport Muscle Minds & THINK BIG BodybuildingPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingScott Stevenson’s Book: https://drscottstevenson.com/byobbcoach.htmlTHINK BIG Apparel: https://think-big.printify.me/productsTRUE NUTRITION Supplements: https://www.truenutrition.com/THINKCanadian Supplements: http://www.supplementsource.ca

Sergio Oliva Jr joins It’s Just Bodybuilding 371 to talk about returning at the New York Pro and owning his last season.From world-class gyms to life as Sergio Oliva’s son, this episode goes deeper than competition prep. Hosted by Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally0:00 Sergio Oliva Jr’s New York Pro Game Plan5:17 Joining Mutant Nutrition9:00 Sergio’s Bodybuilding Comeback Update12:00 Training and Bodybuilding in Vegas vs Dubai19:16 Favorite Gyms Around the World24:10 Culture Shock Living in Dubai31:30 Why Bodybuilders Are Built Different37:30 When Fans Don’t Recognize Sergio Oliva’s Legacy41:00 Sergio Oliva vs Arnold Discussion45:30 Setting the Record Straight on Sergio Oliva48:30 Why Sergio Oliva Didn’t Want His Son Competing50:10 Sergio Oliva Jr on His Relationship With His Father1:08:00 Training Lessons From Bodybuilding Legends1:17:30 2020 Arnold Classic Memories1:19:15 Cedric McMillan and Freaky Genetics1:29:20 Future Stars of Bodybuilding1:35:00 Chris Aceto Stories1:46:50 Sports Talk and Closing Thoughts💪OFFICAL SPONSOR : MUTANT https://mutantnation.comCodes : BIGRON or DUSTYTHINK BIG BODYBUILDING — OFFICIAL LINKSSupport the podcast on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingOfficial THINK BIG Bodybuilding merchandisehttps://think-big.printify.me/productsPresented by TRUE NUTRITIONSave on custom supplements with code THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINKCanadian supplement sourceTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canadahttp://www.supplementsource.ca

Dave Crosland & Scott McNally break down a real court plea agreement where a peptide company admitted to fake COAs and spiked products. Then we dive into Masteron vs testosterone and answer listener questions on real-world PED use.0:00 Fake COAs and Spiked Peptides1:00 Supporting the Show2:30 Peptide Company Busted6:30 Breaking Down the Affidavit10:30 Misleading Customers13:30 Masteron vs Testosterone17:10 Free Testosterone and Muscle Growth21:00 Managing Side Effects With Masteron24:00 Comparing Test, GH, and Masteron Stacks26:30 Equipoise in Contest Prep30:00 Dave’s Fashion Talk31:20 Think Big Merch32:00 Test, Mast, and NPP Ratios34:10 The Valentine’s Day Stack 😂35:50 Filtering HGH37:00 Setting Up Insulin42:30 Outdated Raws45:00 Nandrolone on TRT48:45 Talking About MENT50:20 Olympic Athlete Comment53:00 Is the Dose High Enough?58:00 PCT Setup and HCG1:01:05 ED and Nandrolone1:03:30 Final Life Message1:16:25 Post Show Talk1:19:15 Behind the ScenesTHINK BIG BODYBUILDING — OFFICIAL LINKSSupport the podcast on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuildingOfficial THINK BIG Bodybuilding merchandisehttps://think-big.printify.me/productsPresented by TRUE NUTRITIONSave on custom supplements with code THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINKSTROM SPORTS Great Health Stacks and Cycle Support UK : tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US : https://stromsportsus.comGets Your Labs Done By Dave in the UK :https://evalbloodanalysis.comCanadian supplement sourceTop brand supplements with fast shipping in Canadahttp://www.supplementsource.ca

The hosts discuss how to effectively navigate a cruise phase to maintain gains and promote recovery between steroid cycles. They delve into the importance of training adjustments, nutrition changes, and keeping a positive mindset. The conversation touches on HCG usage, bloodwork versus personal feelings on health, and age-related growth challenges. They also explore peptide use, hydration, and the impacts of specific steroids like DHB. Additionally, the trio shares humorous personal anecdotes and offers practical advice on body image and parenting as a bodybuilder.

Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw and Scott McNally talk through where bodybuilding might be headed in 2026 — from fan scrutiny of site enhancing oil to judging trends, taller pros, and a growing push to simplify how bodybuilding is approached.0:00 Dumpster genetics and building a 300-lb open bodybuilder0:45 Welcome back to It’s Just Bodybuilding2:00 What trends 2026 could bring to bodybuilding2:40 Site enhancing oil and possible crackdowns8:45 When a bodybuilder’s delt leaked on stage11:00 Plain black stage backdrops in bodybuilding15:45 Taller open bodybuilders and judging trends20:45 Classic physique and solidifying a champion26:00 Martin Fitzwater and Andrew Jacked in 202631:00 Back to basics and simplifying bodybuilding47:30 Metal plates versus rubber coated plates53:35 Knowing when to lower training volume57:25 What ruining insulin sensitivity feels like1:03:45 Balancing aesthetics and strength with age1:09:15 The gym becoming the new night club1:20:10 Training at home versus the gym1:27:00 Gym shirts versus dressing nicer🔴 OFFICIAL SPONSORMUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore!Save with code: BIGRON or DUSTYhttps://www.iammutant.com📲 FOLLOW THE HOSTSRon Partlow: https://www.instagram.com/rep300Dusty Hanshaw: https://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08Scott McNally: https://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1📱 TRAIN LIKE HELL APPRon’s official training apphttps://www.trainlikehell.com🙏 SUPPORT THINK BIG BODYBUILDINGPatreon (Every $5 helps keep the shows going)https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 THINK BIG MERCHhttps://think-big.printify.me/products✅ ADDITIONAL SPONSORTRUE NUTRITION — Code: THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK🇨🇦 CANADIAN VIEWERSBlowout deals on top supplement brandshttps://www.supplementsource.ca