Today's episode is all about what grinds our gears, mainly within the fitness industry. We open up briefly chatting about the election. Again, we do our best to keep bias aside but want to share our thoughts. Then we discuss a few topics that are really frustrating: Coaches giving shady deals to attractive women, when someone's physique never changes AND they don't change, how cardio is being used as the main tool of attack in a fat loss phase, people who don't listen to the Grow or Die Podcast ...
Nov 13, 2020•59 min
We open up today's episode discussing a reddit thread that impacted us and gave us a different perspective on life. We chat about a few upcoming shows and then dive into today's topic: Insulin Sensitivity & Glut-4. Justin dives deep into how to identify insulin resistance and what to expect when you become insulin sensitive. Why consuming a diet high in refined carbs can create insulin resistance and glut-4 down regulation. How drugs impact insulin and what Justin thinks is best for insulin ...
Nov 11, 2020•51 min
Today we discuss the 5 rules of successful clients and how they impact your growth and performance as a client and within your health and fitness goals. Why executing beyond the protocol is key to elite success. Why intent isn't only just for training and communicating with intent is key for you and your coach. Why you shouldn't turn your shoulder and be transparent with you coach, no matter how bad you missed protocols. It's about getting back on track, but don't lie to your coach about it. Why...
Nov 09, 2020•52 min
Back after a little break! Today we chat about the election and what we think. Don't worry, we do our best to keep bias at bay while still giving our thoughts and input. We hope you find it useful and helpful. Ultimately, we want you to keep educating yourselves and make your own educated choices going forward. No matter who you voted for, it's about continuing to create massive impact. We only have one shot so let's make it count. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nut...
Nov 05, 2020•49 min
Episode 100! We made it. We are so excited and thankful for y'all. Without every one of you this wouldn't be possible. Today's episode is all about finding your inner success. We start with different things you can't do that will block your growth - either or mistakes and expecting perfection, overgeneralizing, not accepting compliments and positive feedback and leading with emotion over logic. Then we leave you with positive traits we've discovered over the last year through successful friends,...
Oct 30, 2020•56 min
Today we deep dive into the competition weekend for 9 #TEAMMIHALY Athlete's across the US. We chat about our experience at the Adela Garcia Classic 2020 in Austin, which was less than desirable. We chat about how we would run our own bodybuilding show.. wink wink. Then we dive into Justin's experience peaking 9 individuals and their show day experience, he explains how other coaches should look at this challenge and so much more. Thank you to everyone who supported this weekend and congrats to a...
Oct 28, 2020•53 min
Today we're chatting it up with the newest #TEAMMIHALY Assistant Coach. Can you guess who it is? We briefly touch on this weekend's competition but today is all about learning how we came to the choice on #TEAMMIHALY's new Assistant Coach. We learn about her, her passion behind fitness and competing and what her plans are for the future. If you listened to this before the social media announcement let us know by commenting "1ST" on Justin's IG post! We think y'all are going to love her. This epi...
Oct 26, 2020•41 min
Today we're chatting about Muscle Priority Training, a training style utilized by one of the great bodybuilders, Lee Haney. We chat about when you receive feedback from a judge or your coach and how to assess weak points on your physique. How muscle priority training can support the growth of those weak points. Why redesigning your training protocol to focus on physique weak points can bring up lagging body parts. We explain what it means to pre-exhaust the muscle and how this training style can...
Oct 21, 2020•32 min
We're back after a week of traveling to the Masters National in Orlando and the Chicago Pro in Atlanta. Today Justin revisits his experience working with one of his athletes who turned pro at the Masters National. Justin gives some incredible insight into their peak week and what it took to bring home a pro card. We're always giving away a little too much so make sure to take notes. Then we transition to the Chicago Pro in Atlanta and how some of the pro's competing at this level might surprise ...
Oct 19, 2020•45 min
We open up asking one of the more important life questions - please share your answers with us on Instagram! It'll be a nice lol. Carb Cycling - How Justin went from thinking carb cycling was a poor tool for bodybuilding to using it constantly with his contest prep clients. Thyroid Hormone - How Justin thought T3 had a negative impact on performance and what transitioned into his love for the tool. Why ultimate strength is not the only key - How using periodization of rep ranges are extremely cr...
Oct 09, 2020•46 min
Today we open up talking about some new insight on megalodon. Random right? Hope you learn something. Then we dive into the rule of specificity. How reverse engineering your goals can create massive growth and direction for you. Abstract goals are more challenging to achieve, if you ever can achieve them. This applies to your training programming, cardio programming, contest prep, professional and personal life. We touch a little on how we believe specificity applies to each of these topics. You...
Oct 07, 2020•54 min
Today we dive into some variables to consider when enhancing your physique and taking it to the next level. We start off by discussing the topic of your training process. If you had to leave the gym after your first set, would that first set be enough? Then we dive into what you should be feeding your body. Why you should stop constantly changing your food and how consistency can support growth. Are you feeding fat mass or lean body mass? What's your goal with cardio? Are you a sprinter or a mar...
Oct 05, 2020•50 min
What are you adding to your environment? Good and bad. We open up today's free-flow discussion chatting about a question we've talked about often - How did we get here? How did we get to this point as humans, as Americans? How did our society evolve into what it is today. Then we discuss how adding and removing things, people, experiences in your life can truly benefit you. And, a few things we've added into our lives to expand our mind to continue driving towards the people we want to be. Let's...
Oct 02, 2020•43 min
First, let us say how much we appreciate all the support and kind words we've received from episode 90. We always appreciate the support because this podcast wouldn't be where it is without you. Today we're chatting about the importance of ownership and accountability. What is your level of accountability? We've experienced lack of accountability within our company and we share that experience. How taking ownership for your actions, positive or negative, can positively impact your life because w...
Sep 30, 2020•44 min
We open today's episode discussing the state of bodybuilding and what it means to Justin. How the bodybuilding impacts our community throughout the fitness industry for the better, and what it means to carry that responsibility. Then we dive into a topic we've thought a lot about - mental resilience. We chat very off the dome about the current state of the social environment when it comes to dealing with stressors and anxiety's. How you have more control than you think. How you can overcome obst...
Sep 28, 2020•53 min
We open up today's episode chatting a little about Scott's new business venture, Riot Roasters Coffee Co. , which launches next Monday. Mark your calendars! Then we dive into advanced training techniques and how to approach advanced training. How long should you be on a training split? The answer might surprise you. The importance of mastering contractions. Are you tracking your rate of progression? Are you beating 80% of your lifts? How to properly develop a training program. Why recovery is on...
Sep 25, 2020•1 hr
We open up chatting about our thoughts on at home fitness equipment as Amazon announces its new product, the Prime Bike, which is going to compete with Peleton at a vastly cheaper price. Then we dive into what a reverse diet looks like post contest prep and show. What's the difference between a reverse diet and a recovery diet? This ties greatly into The Prep Before The Prep. We chat about how to add food and how to train during your reverse dieting phase. Why low volume and high intensity is ke...
Sep 23, 2020•47 min
Today we're talking about an interesting topic: Inequality. This isn't necessarily about racial inequality, as we believe you understand our view on it from previous episodes. What we're referencing is about truly understanding the value of being a human, and how some of us are dealt a different hand than others. What is your perception of inequality in this life? Do you find yourself complaining how others might "have it easier?" How is fear playing a roll in your life? Are you letting it deter...
Sep 21, 2020•46 min
Today we welcome coaching duo Cameron Check and Paul Serafini. We open up chatting about how they got into online coaching and how they quickly became top tier coaches in the industry with incredible athletes. We discuss how putting yourself in a tough position with your back against the wall and how that changes your lifestyle / work ethic. We learn how they originally built their client base and quickly found success. How Paul went from trying online coaching a few times for free, lost interes...
Sep 18, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Today we're chatting about the CEO vs. Employee mentality. Are you running your life or is your life running you? If you take a 30,000 foot look at your life, do you control every meaningful variable? If not, why not? The CEO mentality is taking control of your life while the Employee sits back and watches life happen. It's up to you to take control of the tough shit. One huge component of taking control is through your physical capabilities. This can improve your mental well being, your confide...
Sep 16, 2020•40 min
We open up today's episode discussing one of our favorite late night activities. Surfing Reddit. We share a few recent findings that might give a few laughs. Then we dive into today's topic of your prep before the prep. We explain why you should always strive to look like a bodybuilder. The importance of pushing discipline, similar to prep. Why you should be posing often. How researching winners in different shows can help you identify the routines and poses that are standing out. Why you should...
Sep 14, 2020•46 min
Today we chat about a topic brought to us by an Instagram comment, post show blues. How do you properly complete a competition prep and what actionable items are needed in order to excel at your next show? The post show blues are something all competitors deal with. It's tough to come back but it's crucial to handle it properly so you come back swinging at the next one. We chat about how you should handle the night of the show and the next morning. Why it's vital to jump back into protocols to m...
Sep 11, 2020•40 min
We've been working on something special the last few months and we failed. This episode is all about our dive into a new business venture that didn't go as planned. We discuss our original expectations, how we hoped things would evolve, what we learned and what pivot points we're taking. We chat about why it's important to fail and what opportunities arise from our failures. Then we explain why it's crucial for you to have unwavering internal belief in yourself and your outwards skills. It's abo...
Sep 08, 2020•41 min
We're back! After a long break traveling to shows out east we're back in the studio ready to update y'all on how things went. We're just incredibly excited to be back talking with y'all. We've seen a lot of positive response to the podcast at the last two shows and we can't thank you enough. Without y'all this wouldn't be possible. We open up today's episode chatting about the updates on Virgin's Hyperloop project and how we think Elon could respond. Then we dive into Justin's experience are Jr....
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Today we're just chatting about a few observations we're seeing through the fitness industry. Some things people still seem to keep over-complicating. Why strength improvement plays a huge roll in physique development. Why a majority of volume training isn't helping you in the long run. Volume training typically leads to pore exercise selection because you're using every machine in the gym. Want big quads? Hit a squat, leg press, hack squat. It's about putting yourself in the prime mechanical po...
Aug 31, 2020•51 min
Are you cocky or confident? Can you recognize the difference? Are you looking for outward validation sources like praise or instant gratification? Today we talk about how to check your own ego and become an active listener, confident in yourself and your surroundings, ambitious and most importantly human. Stop striving for perfection and understand that there is beauty in imperfection. We discuss how to harness your ambition and avoid ruthlessness. How to start establishing self belief and start...
Aug 28, 2020•59 min
Tomorrow Justin is headed to Jr. USA's with Anna Kate and then out to Pittsburgh for North Americans! We're stoked to finally start seeing some national competition. Then we dive into today's topic of thought mastery. We cover a few questions we challenge you to ask yourself like; Are your beliefs helpful to your happiness or your joy? Will this belief carry me to my desired life? Is this belief verifiable and fair - are you letting anxiety takeover and your emotions get to you by creating probl...
Aug 26, 2020•51 min
Coach Sarah & Kenny Lipton are finally in their new home, Austin, Texas! Coach Megan Ashley is in town. It's about to get wild in the gym this week. Hope y'all are getting after it. In today's episode we discuss 10 tips for hiring a fitness coach. Does your Coach inspire culture? It's not just about fitness. Is your Coach achieving high level results? Most results are easy, but when things get challenging is where the real fun beings. What are your goals? Bodybuilding, lifestyle? Does your C...
Aug 24, 2020•45 min
Today we're excited to bring back a Friday Q&A episode! We had a lot of fun with this one. We discuss changes we see and/or would like to see for bodybuilding coming 2021, how to adjust macros when someone's looking soft or hard during their check-ins, understanding how to identify when something is off for your gut health, the problem with instant gratification, Justin's 3 biggest keys to honing in your potential as a bodybuilder and the moment Justin realized hey knew he was doing what he ...
Aug 21, 2020•28 min
Today on another 'What You Need To Know' we're talking fat burners, specifically Clenbuterol. Justin outlines what Clen was originally used for and why people are using it today. Then Justin breaks down why it's the most commonly used fat burning drug and how it responds within the body. Why Clen has zero anabolic effects and shouldn't be considered for muscle building. Why it's effects are less than other fat burners but understanding how it can help a contest prep stack. What to expect when co...
Aug 19, 2020•30 min
