The General Muscle Podcast

This week, the podcast dusts off its philosophy textbooks as Lawrence sits down with Hudson and Jack to discuss the question; Is There A Moral Obligation To Be Healthy? They cover some interesting points around the obligations of the individual to the society and the self in a country with tax-payer funded healthcare and they debate whether or not there is a true obligation on the individual to se...

Four years into clinical practice, a lot changes, how you assess, how you communicate, and how you think about your role as a physio. In this episode, Lawrence is joined by Kathleen Byrne for an honest reflection on the biggest lessons learned since graduating. From mistakes made early on, to shifts in confidence, clinical reasoning, patient communication, and managing uncertainty, this is a candi...

This week, we kick off 2026 with a special guest, Australian Olympic long jumper Liam Adcock. Lawrence and Liam delve into how Liam began on this journey to the Olympics, how his unique training methods have evolved over the years and how he manages his nutrition at the highest level of sport. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your Instagram s...

In the final episode of 2025, Lawrence sits down for a solo podcast to reflect on a few key lessons he learned across 2025. He discusses training, nutrition, work and his personal life lessons which should hopefully provide some good takeaways for anyone reflecting on their year. Happy New Year from The General Muscle Podcast! Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode...

In this Christmas Special of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Nick Hannah to reflect on 12 bodybuilding mistakes they’ve personally made over the years. From training errors and misguided loading decisions to nutrition missteps, recovery oversights, and mindset mistakes, this episode isn’t about theory, it’s about real-world lessons learned the hard way. Thank you for listening! P...

This week, the US specials wrap up as Huddo and Lawrence sit down to recap their week in Texas. They cover the college football game they attended as well as reviewing Alphaland and Destination, two iconic gyms that they visited along their travels. They also look back on their time overseas and reflect on some lessons learned along the way. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screens...

This week we have a very special episode! Lawrence sits down with Huddo, DY and Camellia to recap their time in California! They cover some honest reviews on some iconic American food outlets, recap their time at Gold's Gym Venice and share some stories from along the way! Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your Instagram story and tag Lawrence...

This week, Lawrence is recording LIVE from Los Angeles recapping the 2025 WNBF World Championships! He sits down with DY to discuss the highs and lows of the experience on the whole. They cover some of the amazing athletes and excellent judging but they also point out of a few things about the show that could be improved upon for future years! Thank you for listening! Please take the time to scree...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with the one and only Dr. Mike Israetel to discuss training, recovery, and the evolving landscape of bodybuilding. Mike shares an update on his own training journey following surgery and reflects on what might motivate him to step on stage again. The conversation explores how bodybuilders can balance training “feel” with measurable...

In Part 4 of The General Muscle Podcast’s bodybuilding rehab series, Lawrence is joined once again by Nick, Mike, and James to break down everything you need to know about subacromial shoulder pain — what it is, what to call it, and what it really means for patients and lifters. They cover the key clinical tests physios use to assess shoulder issues, when imaging is actually necessary, and red fla...

In this solo Q&A, Lawrence answers some listener questions about the best rate of gain during a bulking phase, how aggressively should you conduct a mini cut, what is a good body fat range to sit at during the off-season and how to accept having to take time off the gym. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your Instagram story and tag Lawrence!...

This week, Lawrence is joined by Hudson for his long awaited return. The two don't necessarily have a set agenda for this one, they just hit record and started talking. The name of this mini-series "On The Bus" comes from the many journeys these two shared on the 209 bus from UQ to Carindale, which is where a lot of these conversations were had. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to scr...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Jeff Alberts, WNBF Pro Bodybuilder and head coach at 3DMJ, for an in-depth discussion on the art of longevity and refinement in bodybuilding. Jeff shares how his current contest prep is progressing and the key lessons learned from decades in the sport. The conversation dives into how his approach to prep has evolved with experien...

In this episode, Lawrence sits down for a solo Q&A answering questions about post comp eating, when to cut off food and water in the evening and why you may be feeling less mind muscle connection on cable kick backs. He also recaps the NBA National Titles where he was commentating with the rest of the BDU crew! Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto t...

This week on the podcast, Lawrence is joined by Daniel Yates AKA DY for a deep dive into his recent competitive season. They delve into the extreme lengths he went to improve between shows, what he would have done differently to set up the prep as well as unpacking how flexible one can be during a prep. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your I...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Joey Cantlin as they explore why every athlete needs to find what truly works for them—beyond what’s written in research papers or echoed online. They break down what science can and can’t tell us when it comes to real-world application across key areas like exercise execution, warm-ups, nutrition, recovery, and contest prep. Dra...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by natural bodybuilder Jade Moxey to unpack her journey in the sport so far. Jade shares how she first found her way into the gym, what drew her toward competing, and what those early contest preps were really like. The discussion dives into the huge progress she’s made this offseason, her personal philosophy on training, and how sh...

Today Lawrence jumps on a solo Q&A episode to cover questions about managing placement as a physiotherapy student, ankle mobility during posing in heels and whether or not he would compete in the IFBB/NPC natural shows! Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your Instagram story and tag Lawrence! Please take the time to leave a five star review on...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with Daniel Chapelle to recap his recent competitive season in classic physique. He shares his full experience on stage, including the reasoning behind extending his season with one more show—despite beginning to ease into post-show flexibility. The conversation dives into why he chose to compete exclusively in classic physique this...

In this Father’s Day special of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with professional natural bodybuilders Nathan Wallace and Damon Forrest to explore the balance between fatherhood and the bodybuilding lifestyle. The conversation dives into what training and nutrition looked like before starting a family and how their training frequency and structure have adapted, along with practical...

Today, Lawrence jumps on a solo Q&A episode which mainly centres around the self management of pain and injuries. Lawrence addresses how you can determine whether or not your injury needs immediate attention or if you can try managing on your own for a while. He also shares some tips on how you can modify your training to maximise hypertrophy whilst keeping your recovery and healing on the right t...

On the 200th episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by two icons of the natural bodybuilding scene. Dr. Eric Helms and Aj Morris jump on for an in-depth discussion on what truly drives success in the sport. Together, they explore how success leaves clues, the risks of overcomplicating training by overstating research or misplacing priorities, and provide practical recommendation...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence catches up with IFBB Pro Lisa Cantlin for a life and training update. From wedding celebrations to balancing offseason training with the road to her pro debut, she shares how she’s managing high-stress periods while keeping her focus in the gym. We dive into what’s changed in her training, future competition plans, and the growth of her posin...

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence breaks down the crucial role of routine in achieving long-term success—whether in business, sport, or life. He shares why preparation is often the deciding factor between progress and failure, with practical tips on meal prep, planning, and structuring your week for maximum adherence. Lawrence also outlines his own morning routine and the imp...

Welcome to part three of the Bodybuilding Rehab Roundtable in which Lawrence sits down with Mike, Nick and James to discuss knee pain! In this episode, they dive into the world of knee pain— what it is, why it happens, and how it shows up differently in acute vs chronic cases, particularly among bodybuilders. They discuss the misconceptions around which types of movement are "bad", and when it’s a...