The Storey StrengthCast

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Malisa Nguyen's Journey 05:58 The Recovery Process and Its Impact on Nutrition 12:13 The Role of Coaching in Bodybuilding and Powerlifting 18:13 Psychological Aspects of Competing and Eating Behaviors 28:35 The Importance of Support Systems in Bodybuilding 34:33 Navigating the Mental Challenges of Bodybuilding 48:09 The Long-Term Journey in Powerlifting 58:01 Und...

Chapters00:00 Introduction03:08 Bodybuilding Philosophy and Mindset05:53 The Journey of a Bodybuilder09:05 Life After Competition12:09 The Art of Bodybuilding15:00 The Impact of External Pressures17:53 Finding Purpose in Struggles20:56 Learning from Failures23:46 The Transformative Power of Suffering35:37 Navigating Acceptance and Submission in Bodybuilding41:41 The Hierarchy of Goals and Personal...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bodybuilding Nutrition 02:58 The Journey into Bodybuilding 06:23 Learning from Experience: Mistakes and Growth 09:00 The Importance of Coaching in Bodybuilding 12:03 Nutrition Education and Its Impact 14:45 Pillars of Nutrition for Bodybuilders 18:15 Quality of Diet: A Key Factor 21:04 Supplements vs. Whole Foods 23:57 Encouraging Better Food Choices 27:03 Personal E...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Evidence-Based Coaching 03:04 Transitioning from Personal Training to Online Coaching 05:47 The Importance of Empathy and Communication in Coaching 08:49 Defining the Roles: Personal Trainer vs. Coach 12:05 The Broader Picture of Coaching: Nutrition and Lifestyle 14:50 Niche vs. Generalist Approach in Coaching 17:49 Building a Diverse Client Base 20:58 The Ethics of...

Chapters 00:00 From Amateur to Pro: Eric's Journey 03:00 Powerlifting and Bodybuilding: Balancing Two Worlds 06:11 Training Strategies: Minimum Effective Dose 09:06 Feedback from the Pro Stage: Building for Success 11:50 Time Management: Training Amidst a Busy Life 25:42 Training with Purpose and Mindset 40:17 Updates in Training and Nutrition Science 01:00:03 Integrating Nutrition into Daily...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ian Seguin and His Journey 06:50 Injuries and Their Impact on Performance 10:53 The Evolution of Powerlifting Trends 19:45 Coaching Philosophy and Client Relationships 32:00 Onboarding and Educating Clients 35:26 Establishing Boundaries in Coaching Relationships 38:43 The Role of Social Media in Coaching Success 41:54 Building a Local Coaching Community 44:39 The Imp...

Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Recovery and Growth 04:51 The Early Days of Training 10:11 The Impact of Injury on Training 12:34 Discovering Bodybuilding and Nutrition 16:30 Transitioning to Online Coaching 22:12 Finding Control Through Bodybuilding 28:06 The Science of Natural Bodybuilding 34:46 The Philosophy of Natural vs. Assisted Bodybuilding 37:37 The Long Game vs. Quick Fixes in Bodybuilding...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Muscle Gain Challenges 03:00 The Importance of Consistency in Training 05:54 Avoiding Program Hopping and Shiny Object Syndrome 08:46 Understanding Adaptation and Progression 12:07 The Role of Body Image in Muscle Gain 15:01 Managing Expectations with Weight Gain 17:53 Logging Your Lifts for Progress Tracking 21:01 The Psychological Aspects of Muscle Building 23:55 C...

Chapters 00:00 Reflecting on 2024 Goals and Achievements 02:53 Lessons Learned from Failures 05:47 The Importance of Mindset and Therapy 09:10 Overcoming Fear of Failure 11:59 Setting Intentions for 2025 14:45 Navigating Support and Relationships 18:08 Goals for the Podcast and Personal Growth 27:20 Elevating Nutrition Knowledge 29:47 The Importance of Continuous Education 32:38 Setting Educationa...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections 17:39 Things to Leave Behind in 2024 20:27 Comparing Yourself to Others 28:13 Appreciating the Journey Over the Destination 30:59 The Fleeting Nature of Goals 35:22 Taking Control of Your Life 42:54 The Myth of Constant Busyness 51:04 The Importance of Being True to Yourself 01:00:56 Stop Waiting for the Right Time 01:02:17 The Journey to Commit...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Christmas Reflections 05:43 Powerlifting Competition Experience 14:29 Lessons Learned from Powerlifting 35:46 Setting Realistic Goals in Powerlifting 38:41 The Importance of Recovery 45:33 Understanding Training Blocks 52:42 Embracing Bad Blocks 57:14 Staying Injury-Free and Progressing 1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com  PowerBuild6: https://www.storeystrength.co...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Critical Thinking in Fitness 01:00 Navigating Misinformation in Fitness Content 02:59 Understanding the Role of Experts and Authority 05:49 The Fallacy of Simplistic Narratives 09:10 The Complexity of Nutrition and Energy Balance 11:55 Debunking the Carbohydrate Insulin Hypothesis 15:09 The Impact of Hyper-Palatable Foods 18:05 Socioeconomic Factors in Food Choices 2...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Weak Body Parts 10:32 The Role of Genetics in Muscle Development 16:50 Identifying Weak Body Parts 29:54 Optimizing Range of Motion and Exercise Selection 35:38 Understanding Muscle Fatigue and Recovery 41:50 Exercise Selection for Muscle Growth 49:51 Specialization Cycles for Weak Muscle Groups 01:03:31 Optimizing Training Frequency and Session Order 1-1 Coaching: w...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 03:01 The Pressure of Expectations and Feelings of Failure 05:57 Navigating Life Events and Their Impact on Training 08:52 The Struggle of Returning to Training After a Break 12:09 The Importance of Accountability and Support 14:49 Mental Health Awareness and the Stigma Around It 18:47 Finding Balance Between Life and Training 22:01 The Role of...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Physique Progress 11:33 The Importance of Tracking Progress 14:41 Understanding Inputs and Outputs in Training 22:13 Nutrition's Role in Physique Development 26:02 Tracking Nutrition and Training for Progress 28:01 The Role of Carbohydrates in Training Performance 31:22 Optimizing Meal Timing for Training Success 33:00 Understanding Weight Gain and Muscle Development...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Incident in Fitness Industry 08:04 The Science-Based vs. Bro Lifting Mentality 13:55 Understanding Individualization in Training 30:08 Conclusion and Key Takeaways 31:50 Understanding Fatigue Management in Training 35:41 Exploring Hormonal Influences on Body Composition 39:32 The Role of Biomechanics in Strength Training 46:57 Leveraging Muscle Physiology for Bet...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction 06:05 Reflections on the Olympia 16:56 Traits of Successful Bodybuilders 27:52 Proactivity in Coaching Relationships 36:23 Empowering Client Independence 41:30 The Importance of Communication in Coaching 46:30 Reflective Check-Ins: A Key to Progress 52:50 Embracing Change and Flexibility in Coaching 01:09:41 The Coach-Client Relationship: A Partnership for Success My li...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Meal Prep and Nutrition Coaching 05:51 The Importance of Meal Prep for Body Composition 12:06 Strategies for Effective Meal Prep 18:11 Time Management and Planning for Meal Prep 23:58 Shopping Smart: Ingredients and Bulk Buying 30:07 Cooking Techniques and Kitchen Equipment 35:51 Meal Prep Strategies: Daily and Weekly Approaches 42:12 Fresh vs. Prepped Meals: Finding...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:27 Coaching Philosophy and Nutrition Approach 05:19 Initial Assessment and Client Consultation 15:24 Tracking and Structuring Nutrition 21:28 Macro Tracking and Its Challenges 30:44 Balancing Whole Foods and Processed Foods 35:36 Additive vs. Reductionist Approach in Nutrition 42:52 Meal Plans: When and How to Use Them 54:42 Long-Term Nutrition C...

Crossover podcast with Emma Currivan of Your Gym Big Sister podcast. Emma is not only my lovely fiancé but she is also a decorated figure athlete having won 2 Irish Overall titles, 2022 European Figure champion in the INBA & holds a PNBA pro card. Emma will compete in 2025 for the first time as a Wellness athlete in the NPC. Both myself & Emma brought our first athletes to stage this year...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 03:05 Coaching Competitors and Personal Experience 06:02 Exercise Selection and Its Importance 08:56 Understanding Exercise Order 11:48 Biomechanics and Exercise Mechanics 14:49 Practical Application of Exercise Order 18:08 Adherence and Consistency in Training 21:09 Structuring a Training Session 24:03 Targeting Specific Muscle Groups 26:54 Upper B...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Exercise Selection for Bodybuilding 05:37 Picking Exercises for Muscle Building 25:02 Using Video Analysis to Assess Movement Patterns 36:18 Considering Skill Level and Joint Positioning 44:22 Dispelling the Myth: Machine-Based Exercises 45:21 Variation in Exercise Results 52:49 Standardizing Range of Motion 56:41 The Importance of Bracing 01:03:16 Resistance Profiles...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 12:41 Cyclic Dextrin vs Dextrose: A Comparison 19:26 Adding Sodium and Potassium to the Water Solution 26:30 The Potential Benefits of Essential Amino Acids 27:58 Balancing Carbohydrate Intake During Workouts 28:28 Conclusion 1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Sign Up to My NEW 12 Week Strength Programme: www.storeystrength.com/strength-cartel Instagram:...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Exercise Selection 06:19 Chapter 1: Developing Proficiency and Skill Acquisition with Competition Lifts 09:12 Chapter 2: Considering Individual Anthropometrics in Exercise Selection 22:38 Chapter 3: Using Variations to Address Weaknesses and Improve Force Production 28:05 Chapter 4: Targeting Weaknesses in Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift with Specifi...

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Program Overview 02:59 Developing a Strategy for Goal Achievement 07:55 Aligning Goals with Values and Beliefs 13:39 Considering Constraints and Demands 17:27 Setting Intermediate Goals and Actionable Steps 21:57 Tracking Progress and Adjusting Strategies 31:05 Setting Specific Goals and Creating a Flexible Plan 37:44 Implementing Minimum and Maximum Targets 45:06 H...