The Revive Stronger Podcast

In today's episode, I talk to Jackson Peos. Here we dig into some of Jackon’s personal life including the highs and lows, how he has dealt with those and his life philosophy. Basically, we talk about time off the gym: Dealing with severe injuries, sickness & setbacks in life. If you’ve ever been through an injury, or want to know how to help your clients, this is for you. Timestamps: (00:00) Going...

This week we have Dirk & Alberto on the show. Alberto coached Dirk through his first contest season to win his WNBF pro card & the overall amateur world title. There was a fair amount of controversy surrounding the approach they took to get to stage & so we’re going to dig into that! Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:37) The process of getting ultra shredded and becoming an amateur world champion (08:...

Mike is back with another banger of an episode. This time he openly talks about what made him go down the path of AAS use and the negative consequences of steroid use. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:43) Frequency of progress photos (09:54) What made Mike go down the path of special sports supplements (16:45) Negative consequences of steroid use (27:46) Success leaves clues and fallacies (42:14) Hav...

This week we have a roundtable discussion between Doug Brignole and Mike Israetel about the physics of resistance exercise. These guys are both trying to maximise the stimulus to fatigue trade-off in our training to get the best muscle gains possible. They do however have some slight differences in opinion in regards to exercise selection, range of motion and what’s safe or not in this regard. A f...

Today I am talking to coach Kassem from N1 Education, particularly about manipulating exercises to make better progress. We dig into a lot of biomechanics as you might expect as this is Kassem’s area of expertise. In Part 1 we touch on his process for developing biomechanically sound exercises and in Part 2 we touch on resistance profiles, training at long muscle lengths & much more! Timestamps: (...

Today I am talking to coach Kassem from N1 Education, particularly about understanding biomechanics for more gains. We dig into a lot of biomechanics as you might expect as this is Kassem’s area of expertise. In Part 1 we touch on his process for developing biomechanically sound exercises and in Part 2 we touch on resistance profiles, training at long muscle lengths & much more! Timestamps: (00:00...

Brad is back on the show for his annual appearance. In this episode, we dig into the question of whether you should cut volume to preserve muscle in a cut if partial repetitions can be beneficial for hypertrophy, and questions surrounding the periodised programme within his recent book release. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (06:01) Differences between Max Muscle Plan version 1 & 2. Nutrient timing (10...

Menno is back on the show for a Q&A. First, we get an update on Menno's bulk and how an obscure injury set him back. Then we dive into your questions from Menno's arm size to chats about biomechanics. Always fun chatting to Menno, be sure to tune in. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (06:36) Cutting through an injury? (10:32) Setting goals for the year (15:25) Training without rest days (19:22) Bro-splits...

Charly is on for a solo episode. In this interview we talk about what Charly does for RP and how that partnership developed. Then we delve into his competitive bodybuilding season and some of his perspectives relating to that. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (09:50) Biggest changes and struggles transitioning from powerlifting to bodybuilding (11:48) Individualising form and momentum on movements (14:23...

Joe Jeffery is on the show. We talk about Joe’s background, how he came to help Mike with his special sports supplement use & how he became so educated on that, we then talk about his change in training philosophy and much more. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (04:48) How did Joe get into pharmacology (09:35) How did programming and methodologies change over time (17:03) How did clients react to the cha...

Greg is back on the show for another sleep clinic. In today's episode, we talk all about supplements on sleep that may be beneficial for sleep. We’ll discuss some things as to what supplements may be helpful to improve and help your sleep. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:37) Supplements to improve your sleep (09:03) Ashwagandha helpful? (23:33) L-Theanine (37:00) Magnesium (48:28) Iron supplementati...

Brandon Kempter aka BK conditioning joins me on the podcast. Brandon is a lifetime natural bodybuilder and has competed successfully in bodybuilding across multiple federations since a teenager, earning his Pro card in 2016 and competing internationally. We did into his background in competing and coaching and why he has been so successful at both. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (06:06) Early influence...

Mike is back. We talk about his recent placing at NPC Nationals and why it meant so much to him. Discussing what he did differently this time round to come in so much improved and his general mentality. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (04:08) Water consumption and peeing at night (07:27) What did it mean to Mike to take 2nd place and genetics (18:29) Dealing with your genetics and what to expect (24:55)...

New WNBF Pro Chris is back on the show. We talk about this season & the lessons & takeaways. How did he improve show to show? What was the secret sauce to maintaining muscle? Why is stage lighting so important? All that and more to be found in this episode. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:21) Current situation postseason and post-show period (04:38) Post-show with more experience. Rigidity vs. flexi...

Andy & Steff from the WNBF UK join us again to reflect on the season. In this chat, we discuss everything from how the UK team did at worlds, why height classes vs. Weight classes and what we can expect from the WNBF UK in 2022. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:06) What defines a first-timer? (11:07) Running a bodybuilding show (15:27) Height vs. weight classes in bodybuilding (24:07) Athlete standar...

The godfather of natural bodybuilding is back on the show. That is Jeff Alberts from 3DMJ. We talk about his new and exciting future in 2022 and dig into the nuances of the recovery diet. Some great insights and takeaways from today episode for coach and competitor. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:48) Competitiveness in 2022 and being coached (07:15) Work hard and placings (14:28) Trying to improve...

Brett Freeman is back on the show and we talk all things natural bodybuilding. From how he has been helping me through this current prep, to the differences between the USA and European standards and the current state of natural bodybuilding and his future in bodybuilding. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (08:39) What does peaking look like in terms of coaching (11:46) What's too lean? (15:01) Judges fee...

John Jewett is an IFBB heavyweight Pro with a masters of science in nutrition & is a registered dietician. We talk about his competition season, lessons he learned, personal accomplishments and how to approach the offseason. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:30) Transitioning into an offseason (06:00) How was sleep during prep (09:12) Irritability (12:31) Bowel functioning and digestion (14:22) Fibre...

Ben is back on the podcast. In this episode, we talk about his current auto-regulated specialisation training blocks and then dive into a deep discussion surrounding food processing. This was a very different but enjoyable chat you’re not going to want to miss. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:33) How little volume do you need to maintain muscle mass (06:21) When to change things in your programme? (...

This week Paul Revelia of pro physique inc is on the show. Paul has a vast amount of experience in physique sports and has taken hundreds to stage and win. He is also a competitor himself with years in the trenches. We dig into some of his peaking philosophy and how he manages to get so many women in great shape on stage. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (07:40) What leads women to work with Paul? (11:53...

This time we changed things around. Mike Israetel is the podcast host and interviews Steve Hall. We wanted to give you an insight into a competition season as a natural bodybuilder, mainly talking about Steve's current competition season, what he did to get here, how it went and much more. Hope you enjoy the show! Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:36) Was it the first show Steve ever one at the qualif...

Today I chat with Michelle MacDonald. Michelle is a WBFF pro, the founder of Tulum strength club & wonder women official coaching. Also, she is a regular listener of the podcast which is always great. We dig into her background and how she is helping lots of women. Empowering clients and creating results particularly with older women beat the myth that they can’t get into amazing shape! Timestamps...

We dig into each person's philosophy surrounding manipulating volume and why. Going into things such as volume ramping, deloads and overreaching periods. You’re in for a treat with some great take-homes. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:03) Application for lower volume phases/resensitisation phases (08:50) James take on volume ramping (14:38) Volume ramping and maintenance phases, Menno's perspective...

Mike Zourdos is back on the show. We dig into what he’s been up to personally & an injury that took him away from the iron he loves. And then we go into depth covering the literature surrounding training to failure & how this impacts us practically as trainees. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (04:56) Why powerlifting isn't a focus anymore and how an injury can end a lifting career (14:18) Training for s...

This week we have Brian Minor back on the show. In this episode we dig into his 2017 prep where he was able to take his food from 2300kcal up to 3000kcal with less activity. The result of this was not fat gain but a more conditioned look, through what might be known as a metabolic building phase. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:22) Can you be ready too early? And personal experience with it. (15:10)...