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The Bodybuilding Dietitians

The Bodybuilding Dietitianswww.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Welcome to The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! Here you will be joined by your hosts Tyarra Nelson and Jack Radford-Smith, two passionate Dietitians, Nutrition and Exercise Scientists, and physique competitors from Australia. Tune into the podcast for insight into the bodybuilding lifestyle, including our journeys on and off the stage, evidence-based discussions on nutrition and exercise, as well as for a range of guest interviews with professionals in the health and fitness industry. We hope you enjoy!
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Episodes

#89 Should You Eat Back The Calories You Burn? When To Change Your Workouts & Managing Injuries

Welcome back for episode 89 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - If we weren't bodybuilding dietitians... which athletes would we like to specialise working with? - Discussion on changing your workout split and training routine - Discussion on managing and avoiding injuries - Should you eat back the "exercise calories" calculated on MFP? - How to calculate protein requirements for ...

Sep 24, 202044 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 21 - Minicut Success and Mentally Preparing For Prep

Welcome back for episode 21 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack chat about the end of Jack's minicut, lessons learnt and his plans moving forward. As well, Tyarra chats about beginning prep for 2021 plus much, much more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach o...

Sep 20, 202036 min

#88 Are Multivitamins Necessary? How To Make Dieting Easier & Our Take On Training To Failure

Welcome back for episode 88 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Is supplementing with multivitamins necessary? - Is it possible to diet without feeling exhausted? - Tips for reducing diet fatigue - Discussion on RPE and RIR training - Why training to failure is a skill - Keep your pets safe and go to the vet - The wonders of hemp seeds Thank you again for tuning into the podcast a...

Sep 17, 202040 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 20 - Getting That Itch To Prep, Minicuts Aren't For Everyone & The Form Police

Welcome back for episode 20 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack chat about their past week of training, nutrition, life, work, and body composition changes. Also, they discuss their future plans for competing in 2021 plus much, much more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more peo...

Sep 13, 202031 min

#87 Interview With Gastroenterologist Dr. Graham Radford-Smith

Welcome back for episode 87 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack interviewed Dr. Graham Radford-Smith. Graham is a gastroenterologist with extensive clinical (consultative and procedural) experience across a wide range of GI disorders. He specializes in the fields of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD – Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis) and non- inflammatory gut disorders. Graham developed the Crohn’s and Colitis centre at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s...

Sep 09, 20201 hr

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 19 - Minicut Macros, Complete Rest Weeks, and Putting Comp Prep In Perspective

Welcome back for episode 19 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack give a recap of their last two weeks of training, nutrition, and body composition updates, plus they have plenty of other discussions! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the bet...

Sep 06, 202037 min

#86 High Carb Rest Days, Why You Might Feel Hungry & Considerations For Going YOLO With Fibre

Welcome back for episode 86 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Discussion on combining high carb refeed days with rest days - Why you might feel hungrier on rest days - Training performance in hot vs cold gyms - Maximising food volume without GIT discomfort during prep - Does eating the seeds in fruit contribute to calorie intake? - Fun facts on human breast milk Thank you again ...

Sep 03, 202040 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 18 - Inaccurately Tracking Carbs For Months and Metabolic Adaptation

Welcome back for episode 18 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about metabolic adaptation, the scale not playing ball, inaccurately tracking carb intake for months on end, gym PBs and WAAAY more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the ...

Aug 23, 202035 min

#85 How To Do Cardio AND Make Gains + Orthorexia Explained

Welcome back for episode 85 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - How much glycogen can your muscles store? - Discussion on orthorexia - Evidence-based recommendations for cardio - Advice for young bodybuilding competitors - Crazy shiz we see in the gym - Why there's a lot to consider when it comes to vaccines Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We wou...

Aug 20, 202044 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 17 - Autoregulating Training and Potential Change Of Plans

Welcome back for episode 17 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about autoregulating training and deloads, Jack's minicut, potential change of plans for competing in 2021 and much, much more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the bette...

Aug 17, 202031 min

#84 Personal Experiences With Fad Diets & The Genetics vs Training Debate

Welcome back for episode 84 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk in-depth about their personal experiences with "Fad Diets", and debate whether abdominal development is mainly dictated by genetics or training. Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can re...

Aug 13, 202046 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 16 - New Deload Strategies, Large Weight Drops and Unexpected Anxiety

Welcome back for episode 16 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about the first week of Jack's minicut, dealing with unexpected anxiety in the gym and much, much more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more p...

Aug 09, 202029 min

#83 Interview With The Fight Dietitian, Jordan Sullivan

Welcome back for episode 83 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra interviewed Jordan Sullivan, also known as The Fight Dietitian. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Exercise Science and a Masters of Dietetics and specializes in combat sports nutrition. Topics covered in this episode: - Jordan's background and why he decided to pursue nutrition and dietetics - Why did Jordan decide to specialize in combat sports nutrition? - The path to becoming The ...

Aug 05, 202056 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 15 - The Minicut Begins, DEXA Scan Results and Embracing Weight Gain

Welcome back for episode 15 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about Jack's DEXA Scan results, the beginning of his minicut, plus their monthly skinfold results and accepting that sometimes you don't need to fight weight gain! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we...

Aug 02, 202030 min

#82 Boosting Testosterone Naturally and Maximizing Nutrient Absorption

Welcome back for episode 82 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Discussion on nutrients and lifestyle factors that influence testosterone production - Which foods assist and/or interfere with the nutrient absorption of other foods? - Discussion on dealing with IBS symptoms - Is creatine HCL superior to creatine monohydrate? Is loading creatine necessary? Thank you again for tuning...

Jul 29, 202041 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 14 - Feeling Excited For Hunger and Having A Good Relationship With Training

Welcome back for episode 14 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about Jack's current diet in detail and preparation for his mini-cut, plus plenty of nutrition, training and life updates! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! St...

Jul 26, 202040 min

#81 Why Dieting Makes You Feel Cold, Lifting With Confidence, Acidity Regulators Explained AND MORE

Welcome back for episode 81 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Why do you feel cold when you're dieting? - Tips for overcoming self doubt and/or fear when lifting heavy weights - Why are acidity regulators added to food products? - How to push through your workouts when energy levels are low - How to increase fibre intake on a low calorie diet - Considerations for drinking alcoho...

Jul 22, 202044 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 13 - Coffee Addiction, Drinking Olive Oil, Is Full Body Training For Everyone?

Welcome back for episode 13 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about their past week of training, nutrition and life, drinking too much coffee, taking olive oil shots and much, MUCH more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! ...

Jul 18, 202032 min

#80 Blood Work, Myth Busting Processed Foods, Carbohydrate Specific Diets and Stress Less Over Steps

Welcome back for episode 80 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Discussion on requesting and monitoring blood work with clients - How to track steps without actually tracking steps? - Why everything you eat is likely processed - Carbohydrate specific diets - Can you still perform well consuming low-dose caffeine? Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! W...

Jul 15, 202041 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 12 - Starting A New Mesocycle, Good Quality Training, and Tracking Along Nicely

Welcome back for episode 12 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about training during the first week of their new mesocycles and plenty of other stuff! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released...

Jul 12, 202030 min

#79 Sports Nutrition, High vs Low GI Carbs, Digestive Issues and Peanut Butter Conundrums

Welcome back for episode 79 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - How to calculate the macros for peanut butter when you pour the oil off the top - Does everything on earth have calories in it? - Sports Nutrition Australia courses and advice for pursuing nutrition and dietetics as a career - Is consuming high-GI carbs really necessary for peri-workout nutrition? - Issues with nutrie...

Jul 08, 202042 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 11 - Full Body Training 5 x Per Week + Mini Cut On The Horizon

Welcome back for episode 11 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about their past week of deloading, nutrition and life, and talk about their upcoming mesocycles and Jack's mini cut plans. Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! S...

Jul 05, 202033 min

#78 Macros vs Meal Plans, Evidence To Support Refeed Days, Walking For Insulin Sensitivity

Welcome back for episode 78 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - New research to support refeed/high carb days during dieting phases - Do we advocate for meal plans or IIFYM? - Does walking after a meal improve your insulin sensitivity? - To keep pushing during prep, should you change your diet or cardio first? Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We w...

Jul 02, 202044 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 10 - Good vs Bad Spotters, Capping Bodyweight, Deloads and Skinfolds

Welcome back for episode 10 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about their past week of training, nutrition, skinfold results and much, much more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on ...

Jun 27, 202032 min

#77 You'll Never Know Your Exact Maintenance Calories, Diet Hacks and High-Protein + Fibre Intakes

Welcome back for episode 77 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - High-volume foods we enjoy while dieting - Can you have a range in your maintenance calories? - Is there such thing as too much fibre? - Do natural and enhanced athletes have the same daily protein requirements? - Why we have high protein intakes Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We wo...

Jun 25, 202039 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 9 - Optimizing Everything, Being Realistic About Niggles and Low Food Focus

Welcome back for episode 9 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack talk about their past week of training, nutrition, body composition, mindset around injuries and more! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts...

Jun 18, 202031 min

#76 The Most Underrated Foods, Will You Make More Lifetime Progress If You Don't Compete?

Welcome back for episode 76 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss a bunch of great listener questions! Topics include: - Which foods do we think are underrated? - Do non-competitive bodybuilders make more lifetime progress than competitors? - Signs that you should increase fat intake during a bulk - Can you build muscle doing reformer pilates? Is it comparable to training in the gym? - Bodybuilding misconceptions Thank you again for tun...

Jun 17, 202043 min

#75 Answering All Your Physio Questions With Physiotherapist, Scott Meiklejohn

Welcome back for episode 75 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast! On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra interviewed Scott Meiklejohn. Scott is a physiotherapist and founder of the performance and rehabilitation centre "Effectus Physio". On this episode Scott provides evidence-based answers to various physio related questions and discusses topics of great interest! Points of discussion include: - Scott’s credentials, work history, powerlifting pursuits and his client demographic - What is phys...

Jun 13, 20201 hr 2 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 8 - Black Lives Matter Awareness And Being Reunited With The Gym

Welcome back for episode 8 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack share important information and awareness regarding the Black Lives Matter movement. Also, they give an exciting life update now that they're training in the gym again after a 74 day hiatus! Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcas...

Jun 10, 202034 min

ROAD TO 2021 - Ep. 7 - Season B News, Skinfolds, Deadlifts, The Fitness Industry Post-Covid

Welcome back for episode 7 of our Road To 2021 Series! On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra talk about their past week of training, nutrition and life. Also, they share the results from their monthly skinfolds and talk about deadlifting, upcoming shows in QLD for Season B and what the fitness industry might be like post-Covid. Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a...

May 29, 202036 min
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