In this episode, the coaches discuss the art of successfully crafting your goals with a layered approach and loads of grace! We have to anticipate that things won't always go perfectly and that we may need to shift our approach, and if we start with that in mind it can be much easier to navigate the ups and downs of achieving your success in the long run.
Dec 28, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 153
In this episode, Paul interviews male transformation challenge winner, Calvin Perez. Calvin earned the prestigious title of the OVERALL winner of the entire challenge. Paul interviews Calvin, talking about his transformation and what he did to ultimately earn the "winner" title.
Dec 21, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 152
In this episode, Paul, Lexie and Evan talk about traits that they believe the most successful athletes have. Speaking from each of their coaching experiences and working with lots of competitors, they each chime in on qualities, habits and traits that make a successful prep client.
Dec 18, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 151
In this episode with the lifestyle crew, Coach John joins Stephen and Jess to discuss the topic of age, in the industry and realm of fitness. Many people use their age as a limiting factor, however, John shares some insight on his own personal experience when it comes to his own fitness journey and natural pro bodybuilding career.
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 150
In this Q&A episode with the Prep Team, Paul, Lexie and Evan address some questions asked by YOU guys. Touching on things such as their most uncomfortable prep scenarios, doing the stairmaster for cardio, and the qualities of their most successful athletes- the team goes into depth on many different contest prep-related topics.
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 10 min
In this episode, Paul interviews the FEMALE winner of the ProPhysique Transformation Challenge, Brandalyn. Paul and Brandalyn talk about Brandalyn's success and what she did to yield such an incredible transformation in 90 days.
Dec 07, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 148
In this episode, Paul, Lexie and Evan discuss coaching "red flags" and furthermore, what to look out for when hiring an online coach. Each coach provides their unique perspective when it comes to things they deem as being potential red flags and things to look out for to ensure you are hiring a coach who has your best interest.
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 147
In this episode, Jess and Christina sit down with Coach Daraja and talk about her upcoming improvement season, events and trips she's looking forward to and how to live the lifestyle with flair! You can have big plans for the future and keep your eye on the prize while also living for joy with intention.
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 146
In this special episode, Paul and Stephen discuss Ben Weider which is a natural IFBB/NPC show that is held each fall. For the past 2 years, Team ProPhysique has achieved the bikini overall title and this year, history was made with an Olympia qualification. Paul and Stephen briefly discuss the show, how it differs from a traditional NPC/IFBB show, and the ProPhysique athletes that competed.
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 145
In this episode, Paul and 2 of the team's prep coaches, Lexie and Matt, sit down and discuss the topic of choosing shows and furthermore, how to strategically plan your show season, as a competitor. Some points they touch on include how to know how long of an improvement season you need, how to implement the judge's feedback and how to pick and choose your season of shows.
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 144
In this special episode, Paul sits down and interviews SummerSculpt Transformation Challenge participant, Derk. Derk was the winner of the participants over 50 category and in this interview, Derk and Paul discuss Derk's transformation and what he did to facilitate the changes in his body composition. Derk's IG: @derkntexas Follow our Transformation Challenge Page on IG: @prophysiquetransformation
Nov 23, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 143
In this prep episode, Lexie and Evan chat with ProPhysique mindset coach, Danika, to talk all about the transition from PREP to improvement season for competitors. This can be a challenging season for competitors (new and seasoned), so bridging Lexie and Evan's prep coaching background with Danika's psychology background offers the perfect perspective on this topic.
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 142
In this special episode, Paul brings on Daraja who just competed for the 3rd consecutive time at the Olympia. She placed 9th in the world amongst some of the BEST in bikini however, her prep came with a lot of challenges and setbacks along the way. Paul and Daraja open up about her prep and what it took to get her to the Olympia stage this year.
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 141
In this episode, our lifestyle team discusses the concept of metabolic health and maintaining/building a healthy metabolism. With the new year approaching fast, this topic serves as a great topic to shed light on, considering metabolic health is of utmost importance when deciphering if you are ready to diet and be successful.
Nov 16, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 140
In this episode, Lexie, Evan and Paul recap the 2023 Olympia Expo and Show. All three hosts had the opportunity to attend in person, so each one offers some great insight into the weekend of events. Team ProPhysique even had 3 PRO bikini athletes, so the hosts recap and talk about those athletes and their placings as well.
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 139
In this episode, Christina and Stephen have a candid conversation regarding realistic goals for mental and physical health and your fitness during the holiday season. Maybe you feel up to buckling down and staying on track, maybe we learn to say "No" and allow it to be a complete sentence on it's own. Chat with us about how to feel prepared and succesful while navifating what can be a stressful season for those with fitness and physique goals.
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 138
In this episode, Lexie and Christina talk about the world of online coaching, how it has evolved with time and most importantly WHY it seems to work so well. They drop some key points when it comes to online coaching and how and why it seems to be so beneficial for a multitude of people, with many different types of goals.
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 137
In this episode, Christina and Stephen are joined by long time coach, Adam to talk about wearable devices such as apple watches, fit bits, oura rings, etc. Wearable devices that are used to track metrics seem to be all the rage these days, however, how valid are they truly? Find out, in this episode, as our coaches do a deep dive on this topic!
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 136
In this episode, our prep team recaps the Hurrican Pro from this past weekend where Evan competed and where over 10 ProPhysique girls stepped on stage. They also dive into some exciting prep "myths." From fasted cardio to cutting water and sodium on show day, our hosts break down the science between each of the myths.
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 135
In this special episode, Paul and Evan share some of their predictions for Open Body Building, Classic Physique and Men's Physique at the 2023 Olympia. Sit back and enjoy some entertaining predictions from two of our coaches who are also men's competitors themselves!
Oct 27, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 134
In this episode, Christina, Jess and Stephen sit down to chat about some of the common questions and concerns faced by clients coming out of a lifestyle dieting phase. With the recent end of the Pro Physique Transformation Challenge and some incredible transformations having been accomplished, it's important to have a plan for what's next and to understand some of the adjustments and changes that may take place as we transition into living in our new physique and lifestyle.
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 133
In this episode, Paul and Lexie sit down to talk all things show day! From the day before the show, to athlete checkins, backstage time and MORE, this episode is packed full with a ton of insightful information regarding what you can expect on show day.
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 132
In this episode, the lifestyle crew talks on the topic of "how you do one thing is how you do everything." This principle can be applied to so much across the board, so our lifestyle crew sits down and breaks it down more specifically into how it impacts our fitness goals.
Oct 19, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 131
In this Ask Us Anything style episode, Paul, Evan and Lexie answer a wide range of questions from maxing out one's genetic potential to coaching pet peeves or "icks" and knowing how much time to take away from dieting. Enjoy this fun, yet informative episode with out prep series hosts!
Oct 16, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 130
In this special episode, Paul interviews his client Ndeye, who recently earned her ticket to the Olympia. Ndeye is a mom of 2 and not only did she qualify for the Olympia this year BUT, she earned her Pro Card this past May. She will be headed to the O in less than a month under Paul's guidance!
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 129
Let's talk about Halloween and furthermore, the delicious seasonal temptations that "haunt" us right around this time of year. In this episode, the lifestyle crew talks about the upcoming holidays and some strategies for going about incorporating some seasonal treats into your daily macros.
Oct 12, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 128
In this episode, our prep team talks about how you can set up your improvement season, in order to optimize your competitive goals. From post show goals to implementing the judge's feedback, our prep team goes into depth on this important topic.
Oct 09, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 128
In this episode, Christina, Danika and Tyler discuss strategies for recognizing when difficulties are starting to arise and how we can get ahead of negative reactions. The coaches go over some of their own tools for pushing through or switching gears, and those that they work on with their clients for maximum success on some of the tougher days.
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 127
In this episode, Lexie, Evan and Kayleigh talk about prepping for the prep, as a competitor, and what you should consider. What are some key components when it comes to where you should be as an athlete before considering prepping for a show?
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 126
In this episode, Jess, Christina and Tyler talk about how chronic "undereating" could be holding you back from making good progress. There is no doubt that people who severely restrict tend to notice limited progress when it comes to their long term physique goals. Our team breaks down "WHY" in this podcast episode.
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 125