Physique Development Podcast

Coach Sue joins us today with a quick mindset reset on what people DON'T tell you when you start to get healthy. She is breaking down the "dark side" of becoming healthy, like becoming painfully aware of everything that doesn't make you feel amazing—fast food, skipping a workout, drinks, etc. Growth forces you to get honest, and while it's not bad to grow, you have to get hon...

We're joined today by a special guest—one of our own team members and clients, Jayla! In this episode, Jayla and Alex dive into her journey with Physique Development, why she chose to work with us, and her firsthand experience preparing for a bikini competition. From being dismissed by doctors to finally getting the answers she needed, Jayla shares the emotional highs and lows of reclaiming he...

That woman you are comparing yourself to? She’s NOT more disciplined than you. She’s NOT better than you. She just has a plan that works for HER life. Sue is back for a quick-hitting episode on how you can be that woman by working smarter and not harder. Listen in as she leads you through creating a plan that works for YOU, not one that works for someone else. If it doesn’t fit, it won’t stick. It...

Want to look leaner and more defined but don't know where to start? Wondering if you can actually build muscle and lose fat simultaneously? The crucial first step is identifying your starting point—but this requires an honest assessment of where you are right now, which can be tougher than it sounds. Sue and Alex dive into two detailed client case studies that will help you pinpoint your start...

Feeling like you're running on empty? This mini mindset episode is your permission slip to pause and recalibrate. The truth is, you don't need more willpower to push through—you need rest and clarity. You're not lacking discipline, and you're definitely not broken. You're simply depleted, and that's exactly where today's conversation begins. Join Sue as she serves up th...

We're back with another episode of Gym Girl Chats! This week, we're thrilled to have Coach Mia joining us for a fun conversation that covers everything from gym playlists and favorite meals to carb combinations that actually work. We dive into her current routines, our plan to become BookTok influencers, and get real about what it means to be a gym girl in today's world. We're going full send with...

"Must be nice..." Ever caught yourself saying that? It's our go-to response when we see someone living the life we want. We automatically assume they have more—more time, more money, more discipline, more luck. But here's the truth: they don't have more. They just stopped believing the stories that kept them stuck. Listen in as Sue gets real about doing the hard things and ge...

Stop blaming yourself for a lack of willpower! The real reasons you're struggling with fat loss have nothing to do with motivation and everything to do with deeper patterns you might not even recognize. In this episode, we’re calling out 10 hidden reasons why you are trapped in cycles of frustration and giving you the tools you need to stop fixing just the symptoms and start addressing the rea...

Coach Charlotte joins us for a quick episode diving deep into what actually drives muscle growth. Are you truly challenging your muscles to adapt and grow... Or have you fallen into the trap of just going through the motions at the gym? Real progress requires pushing your body beyond its comfort zone—and that's where understanding RIR and RPE becomes game-changing. Charlotte breaks down these...

Today, we're diving deep into our client Molly's remarkable transformation journey from struggling with confidence to becoming a thriving nursing student. Molly opens up about her life before coaching, sharing the pivotal moment when she realized she needed professional help to regain her confidence and make overdue life changes. We explore how her initial coaching experience with Alex bec...

Diet culture has taught us that eating less is always the answer—but what happens when your coach tells you to eat MORE? That's exactly the conversation Coach Mia had with her client, Agness. Even when you think you're doing everything right, chronic under-eating can sabotage your progress. The constant message to "shrink your food to shrink your body" creates a cycle of over-res...

Today we're diving straight into your Instagram questions—always one of our favorite episodes! We kick things off with fitness talk, but you know us... what's a Q&A without getting a little off track? Join us as we break down everything from water weight and stress to the most embarrassing songs on our gym playlists, the TED talks we have absolutely no business giving, and so much more...

Sue returns with Episode 5 of The Quiet Shift, sharing an episode she almost kept to herself. Despite weeks of staying consistent, being patient, and making adjustments, the scale refused to move. Join her as she talks about embracing discomfort and learning to create a safe space for your body to respond. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on th...

At 11 years old, Jared Hamilton was handed a Weight Watchers book and it shattered his relationship with food and self-confidence. Now, Jared has helped thousands unlearn those same behaviors he experienced. Listen in as he and Alex sit down and discuss the most acceptable adult eating disorder and how he changed his behaviors over time. Jared shares his personal journey from childhood trauma to b...

In episode 4 of "The Quiet Shift," Sue dives into sleep's powerful role in weight loss and recovery. Despite tracking macros, hitting step goals, and perfecting meal timing, the scale refused to budge. Then came the humbling realization—it wasn't about what she was doing during the day, but what she wasn't doing at night. Discover how something as simple as an earlier bedtime...

What does success really mean to you? It's a question that sounds simple but can be surprisingly difficult to answer with clarity and precision. Today, Alex opens up his personal journal to share the specific prompts he's used to define success across every area of his life. Join us as he walks through the exact process he uses to get crystal clear on what success actually means to him and...

Episode three of "The Quiet Shift" has arrived! Join Sue as she reflects on her calibration phase, revealing how she transformed patterns into opportunities for growth rather than triggers for panic—a significant change from her past responses. She shares how she pivoted instead of punishing herself, focused on triggers and sleep, and continued being consistent. As always, it is our goal...

In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that might completely shift your perspective on fat loss. You may not even realize it, but most likely there are subtle, seemingly innocent habits that could be sabotaging your progress behind the scenes. These aren't the obvious culprits you'd expect—they're the sneaky behaviors that fly under the radar while quietly derailing...

Sue returns with Episode 2 of The Quiet Shift, covering the often-misunderstood "calibration phase" in your fitness journey—that critical period where you're nurturing change but not yet seeing dramatic results. In this episode, Sue reveals why this phase triggers many to prematurely slash calories, dramatically increase cardio, or abandon their plans altogether. Through personal exp...

In this episode, we meet Alex's client, Jessica, who shares her remarkable transformation from her lowest point to sustainable success. We start by discussing her rock bottom moment before discovering coaching and how waiting for the "perfect time" was actually holding her back from making meaningful change. Jessica opens up about her experience working through the nerves and adaptin...

Today, Sue launches her brand new series: The Quiet Shift. This isn't about dramatic transformation—it's about what real, sustainable change actually looks like after burnout takes over. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this series is for you. Join Sue as she shares her personal journey and the "why" behind her experience. As always, it i...

Gym Girl Chats is back and this time we're joined by the one and only Emily Duncan! From reminiscing over our long-time friendship and navigating the mindset shifts that come with turning 30, to diving deep into assumptions people make about women who lift, her evolving routines, and the habit she still hasn't nailed down... We cover a LOT. Emily opens up about the pressures of living in t...

Coach Charlotte joins us to discuss a topic that has become increasingly significant throughout her coaching career. Strength training isn't merely about achieving six-pack abs or fitting into smaller jeans—it's about maintaining the ability to pick up your children, aging gracefully, and sustaining long-term health. Consider strength training an investment in your future well-being. Join...

We are thrilled to welcome Brittany, the newest coach to join our PD Team! Brittany's fitness journey began after having her daughter, when she found herself completely lost on where to start with health and movement. Determined to make a change, she dove headfirst into learning everything she could about fitness. In 2018, Brittany earned her ACSM certification and launched her coaching career...

Have you ever felt like your body is broken? You’re doing everything right, but not seeing results? It was the same for Kourtni. She came to Coach Mia at five months postpartum and didn’t recognize herself. Listen in as Coach Mia shares Kourtni's story and how, together, she now has strategies for life, a bulletproof mindset, and feels in control of her life. As always, it is our goal not only...