The ProPhysique Code

In this episode of "Shit They Don't Tell You About Being a Contest Prep Coach," four of the team's coaches dive into the raw and real elements that go into being a contest prep coach. It's not all glitz and glam and it can be a grind (for both coaches and competitors). Tune into this episode for all of the tea and shit they DON'T talk about when it comes to coaching competitors. 

What goes into picking your stage look? In this episode, Lexie and Daraja talk all about the glitz and the glam of show day. Hair, makeup, suits, and more, this episode is packed full of advice and perfect for any bikini competitor looking to spruce up their stage!

Can you eat healthy without spending a fortune? Absolutely! In this episode, Phil and Christina chat about their budget-friendly approach to buying groceries and how you don't have to spend your entire paycheck, when shopping for health-conscious food items. 

In this episode, ProPhysique coach and registered dietician Aliza joins Paul for an informative episode answering all of your guys' nutrition-related questions. Meal plans, micronutrients. macros and more, Aliza dives into it all, providing insight from a registered dietitian perspective. 

In this episode, Paul is joined by a special guest and one of the newest athletes to join the IFBB Pro league, Kathy Seitz. Coming off of a major overall win at Universe, Kathy talks all about her journey on the amateur stage that ultimately led her to her big pro win. 

They're not like the other moms, they're COOL moms. In this episode, Christina, Alba, and Kayleigh talk all about motherhood and fitness. Fit Mom Talk is going down!

When people just don't understand your lifestyle...it can be a tough and conflicting situation to handle. Oftentimes, at some point in our fitness journey, we come across someone who just doesn't understand why we do the things we do. Phil, JoJo and Aliza dive into this topic, in this episode. 

What is a refeed and when can it be used to benefit an athlete during their fitness journey? Dani and Lexie breakdown what a refeed is, when they are used, and answer some commonly asked questions about refeeds, in this informative episode. 

It's never TOO late to start your fitness journey! Whether you are looking to compete or just get in the best shape of your life, it is never too late to start. In this episode, Coach JoJo and Coach Kayleigh talk about each of their own individual starts to their fitness journeys, later on in their lives. 

What happens when ProPhysique posing coaches Daraja and Shaneeka come together? A bikini posing FAQ podcast episode! This episode is dedicated to addressing many frequently asked questions when it comes to mastering the art of posing for bikini competitors. 

In this episode, Tyler and Lexie talk about setting realistic expectations with clients, furthermore, elaborating on what "realistic" truly means whether you are an individual looking to lose weight, gain muscle or even take things to the next level by stepping on stage.

In this special episode, Paul and Stephen are joined by an extra special guest, Chloe. Chloe is one of Stephen's pro clients who resides all the way in Switzerland. In this episode, Paul, Stephen, and Chloe talk all about European diet culture and how it differs from many things we are used to in the states. 

What is needed to have a successful "offseason" in the sport of bodybuilding? Aliza and Rachel, both competitors themselves, dive into this topic and discuss some of what they would consider the most important factors during an offseason phase. 

In this episode, Paul and Dani sit down to talk all about the new wellness division and more specifically, how it differs from the bikini division. They cover some of the distinct differences between the two divisions and go over some of the judging criteria for both, distinctly differentiating between them. 

In this episode, Paul and Stephen sit down to talk about some of the notable pro and amateur shows this past April and May. They give their insight and thoughts when it comes to each show, along with offering a bit of their thoughts on results and placings from each.

Meet Alba! Mother of four, bikini competitor and a coach. In this episode, Paul and Alba talk all about Alba's fitness journey and how she manages being a busy mom and competing.

Spot reduction, what is it and how exactly can you spot reduce? Or can you? In this episode, Christina, Tyler and Phil discuss the topic of spot reduction, giving each of their own opinions on the topic and whether or not it is something you can do.  

We oftentimes think of training and nutrition when it comes to living a balanced and healthy lifestyle, but we can't forget the importance of recovery. Neglecting recovery and sleep is one of the worst things you can do for yourself as an athlete when it comes to progressing and seeing consistent results. Stephen and Rachel talk more about this loaded topic, in this episode. 

With an influx of information on the internet regarding the do's and don'ts of dieting, entering a fat loss phase can be overwhelming, to say the least. In this episode, Danielle and Phil break down all of the common mistakes they see when it comes to having a successful dieting phase. 

Peak week and show day strategies can be different for every client, therefore it doesn't hurt to practice a bit before the big day. In this episode, Dani and Stephen give their take on mock peak weeks and show days and implementing them into specific client's regimens before the big day actually nears. 

Bikini Posing 101- what does it take to pose successfully as a bikini competitor on stage? In this episode, Paul and ProPhysique posing coach Shaneeka, dive into all the little nitty-gritty details when it comes to the art of posing, as a bikini competitor. 

There are so many variables that go into the weight on the scale, and oftentimes those little fluctuations that we see day to day are the product of lots of little variables. Menstrual cycles, high sodium meals, lack of sleep, amplified stress, and more, Stephen, Lexie and Danielle discuss some of these variables that may impact the scale, that don't necessarily correspond to being in a deficit. 

Age is nothing but a number and IFBB Figure Pro and ProPhysique coach, JoJo Kartheiser is living proof of that. In this episode, Paul and JoJo talk about her journey to stage, at over 50 years old. She discusses obstacles, lessons and methods that she has used along the way to achieve her success.

How should your training change when you are in a deficit/dieting phase vs. when you are in a surplus/building phase? Or, should it? In this episode, Adam, Stephen, and Tyler talk all about training and how specific training variables may change when it comes to being in a deficit vs. a surplus. 

What is reverse dieting? This commonly used term is broken down in this episode as Lexie and Aliza define just what reverse dieting means, who it is intended for, along with answering some commonly asked questions regarding the topic.