Show Notes
WMBF Supernaturals, judging takeaways, and listener Q&A Steve Hall and Magic Mike recap the WNBF Supernaturals weekend, discussing standout athletes, judging nuances, and the rising standard of UK bodybuilding.
They also answer listener questions about nutrition, training, and mindset.
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Chapters 00:00 Intro & “Natty BB Boys” banter 01:41 Steve’s training update & RDL PR 05:06 Mike’s training update & calorie drop 12:50 WNBF Supernaturals recap 22:19 Standout athletes from the weekend 26:39 What separated the pro bodybuilding placings 44:48 Dragon Ball Z bodybuilding contest 48:18 Online pain-management consultations 49:27 Nutrition around Christmas & the holidays 58:43 Can the placebo effect improve muscle & strength? 1:02:02 Habits & traits we've improved 1:05:07 Maintenance calories vs maintaining body weight 1:08:29 Is there an optimal body-fat level for muscle gain? 1:14:18 Bulk/cut vs maintaining for longer 1:17:33 How Steve is doing & Pascal update 1:18:09 Food preferences & coriander 1:23:55 Training around low-back tightness 1:26:29 Gym focus, hat training & closing thoughts
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