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Today we are joined by Marie Raea, Bostin Loyd's mother.  0:00- Intro 0:30- Intro to Marie 2:00- Bostin’s genetics 2:40- When did Bostin start PEDs? 9:30- Did Boston want help? 11:00- Bostin’s father 13:30- Pushing drugs at an early age 16:00- Leaving family behind 17:40- Coming to terms with the problem 22:00- Shelby Starnes 24:00- Coming to terms with the problem  Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE5OFFSmile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

0:00- Intro 0:20- Catching up 1:00- Olympia 2022 5:30- Exposing Liver King 27:00- YouTubing  47:30- Are steroids overestimated or underestimated? 52:00- Coaching specifics 1:02:30- Would Steve have gone on gear again if he could do it over? 1:03:50- Social media pressure 1:09:00- Anecdotal bias 1:13:40- Fertility 1:17:15- Psychology of losing size 1:34:30- Olympia 2022 wrap up 

Today we are joined by Dr. Allan Bacon of Maui Athletics 0:00- Intro 0:30- Intro to Dr. Allan Bacon 5:00- Issues with social media fitness 19:00- Reasons for nutrition related stalls 39:50- Reasons for fitness related stalls  42:00- Appetite 45:00- Neural Adaptation 47:30- Reasons for fitness related stalls 54:00- Goal Setting 1:01;00- DeloadsAllan's website: https://mauiathletics.com/Allan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drallanbacon/Allan's FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/99205...Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.comBULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE5OFFSmile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...

Today we have our first 4-person roundtable to discuss the following topics: 0:00- Intro0:30- Liver King fiasco35:00- Leaning away from “evidence based fitness”50:00- Determining what actually works 1:05:00- Deviation from traditional lifting form 1:16:15- Bulking up1:32:00- Why PED users downsize Abel's IG:Geoff's IG:NH's IG: https://www.instagram.com/naturalhype...Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE5OFFSmile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

Abel Csabai and I are back for another talk:  0:00- Intro 0:40- Chiropractors 11:00- Strong biases 19:00- Pain 22:45- Jordan Peterson diet advice 36:00- Back training experiments 52:00- Workout timing 1:00:00- Closing out Abel's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzGVKv513I6... Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE5OFFSmile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

 0:00- Intro             0:30- Alberto’s current season             2:00- Phone usage 6:00- Alberto’s current season 12:00- Cardio 16:00- Future contests 21:00- Volume over time 29:00- Exercise form             38:00- What has caused progress?             41:15- Genetics video             52:00- Feeling intensity and pain differently 

Dr. Eric Trexler is back to discuss the following topics:0:00- Intro1:00- Prepping for guests3:15- Mindfulness /Buddhism 8:30- Visualization21:05-Holding onto gains   31:00- Eric’s competition history37:40- Keeping training interest forever 1:03:00- Variation in individual response 1:25:00- Where to find Eric / MacroFactorEric's IG: https://www.instagram.com/trexlerfitn...Stronger by Science: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/MacroFactor App: https://macrofactorapp.com/MASS Research Review: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/mass/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE12OFF

0:00- Intro             0:30- Very minimalist training             7:15- Our splits             17:55- When did I stop seeing clear progress 19:20- Determining low vs high volume 24:00- Determining what makes a difference 29:30- Going straight to Bear Mode 36:30- Keep dieting or begin to lean bulk? 42:45- What bulking protocol would you recommend after 25yr of lifting experience?             57:00- Best way to deload             1:02:30- Specialization phases

Milo Wolf is a natural bodybuilder, PhD candidate, and coach. Today we discuss the following topics: 0:00- Intro 0:30- Milo’s background 3:45- Being introduced to Milo 5:30- Genetic influence of calves 22:00- Self experimentation 28:30- Problem with the fitness industry 34:15- ROM / Lengthened sets 44:30- Isometrics / stretching 50:00- Emphasizing different ROMs 56:00- Flawed and misleading researchMilo's IG: https://www.instagram.com/wolfcoach_/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE12OFFSmile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

0:00- Intro0:20- My genetics video10:30- Portraying what is accurate vs what is good17:00- Comparisons to others / social media 26:30- Comparing to similar cohorts31:00- The idea of maxing out in 4-5 years 34:30- Feedback loops43:30- Good genetics leading 54:45- Truth vs helpful advice58:00- Methods of influence1:12:00- Benefits of awareness of geneticsNH's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-3...NH's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturalhype...Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

We're back with Alex Leonidas of AlphaDestiny and Geoffrey Verity Schofield!Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconiDiscount code: DAVE12OFFHormone testing and other panels:30% off coupon: BRAINSMale Hormone Panels: http://trylgc.com/brainsandgainsFemale Hormone Panels: https://trylgc.com/brainsandgainsfemaleHome Page: https://trylgc.com/brainsandgainsHPI do receive commissions on referrals to LetsGetChecked and of course only plan to promote brands I feel provide value.Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

0:00- Intro0:30- Operation Smile1:00- Dean St. Mart’s background7:15- The natural route / emotional decision making 10:15- Dosing relative to natural levels 28:00- Recovering from “addiction” to PED use 36:00- Cognitive issues with PED use 49:00- Steroids at an early age56:00- Gender of children of enhanced fathers59:55- Supplement companyDean's IG: https://www.instagram.com/deanstm/Dean's website: https://www.sneducation.co.uk/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi 

Dr. Mike is back! For the following topics: 0:00- Intro1:00- More exposure for Renaissance Periodization2:00- Debating Joel Seedman and Greg Doucette7:40- IQ and ADHD diagnosis15:30- Have the cons of PED use been different than Mike expected?24:30- Are enhanced lifters any more satisfied?27:30- Downsides of being so big 34:30- Does being obese make you unhappy?39:00- Depression / Getting therapy 42:45- My time getting coached by Steve Hall of Revive Stronger53:30- Maintaining peak gains long term 58:00- Making excuses about lack of progress1:02:00- Rest Pause vs Drop Sets vs Straight SetsWebsite and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

Holly Baxter is a dietitian, coach, and competitor. Today we discuss the following topics: 0:00- Intro0:40- The Brain and Behaviour Research Foundation1:15- Holly’s background8:00- Holly poster story10:15- Women’s competitions12:30- Implants in competition14:15- Mental health in the industry25:00- Acceptance vs goal achievement29:30- Religion33:30- One’s identity39:00- Motivation moving forward  Brain and Behavior Research Foundation: https://www.bbrfoundation.org/Holly's IG: https://www.instagram.com/hollytbaxter/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_macon

Today we're back with Cornelius Parkin, bodybuilder and coach.  0:00- Intro 0:30- Bostin Loyd 2:30- Research chemicals / turkesterone 7:40- Downsizing for health and athleticism 13:00- Should we be a fan of DC training? 22:20- Variation in exercise selection 25:00- Adding volume and strength over time 28:30- Fake progress 31:45- Nutrition with Steve Hall / Revive Stronger 35:30- Maximizing different aspects of life 41:15- Direct ab training 51:30- Are implants natural? 55:00- Breast implant illness 58:00- Involving kids with lifting Cornelius' IG: https://www.instagram.com/cdecon/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

Today by popular request we get Balm Omniman on the podcast!0:00- Intro 0:30- How Paris got the name Bald Omni-man 3:50- Paris’ social media growth 15:30- Paris’ physique and strength 19:10- How Paris trains clients 25:30- Paris on nutrition 30:00- Making Youtube / Fitness your career 38:30- Motivation to get into serious training  41:30- How long has Paris been training 43:20- Where to find Bald Omni-manParis' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BaldOmniMan...Paris' IG: https://www.instagram.com/bald_omni_man/Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

Jeff Alberts of 3DMJ is back for another podcast0:00- Intro 0:40- How many bodybuilding seasons has Jeff Alberts had? 2:10- Maintaining / missing the fire within 6:50- My experience getting coached with Steve Hall / Revive Stronger 8:30- Final efforts to gain muscle 11:00- Holding back in training 19:00- Experiments with high vs low volume 26:30- Individuality with coaching 34:00- Appropriate levels of information consumption 36:20- Truly bringing up weak bodyparts 40:00- Unilateral experimentation 49:00- N1 training and extended off seasons 57:00- Jeff’s current season Jeff's IG: https://www.instagram.com/3dmj_godfat...Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/

We're back with Bryan Boorstein and Abel Csabai to discuss the following:  0:00- Intro 0:20- Estimating a follower’s body fat 2:00- Hat Boys 3:00- Bryan’s cut 9:00- Frequent weigh-ins 11:30- Is OHP a good exercise for shoulders? 22:30- Looking bigger with higher body fat  38:30- Biofeedback while dieting 43:00- Libido while dieting 47:00- Minimalist training Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

Today we have a roundtable with myself, Kassem Hanson, Bryan Boorstein, and Abel Csabai with the "Come at me bro" style 0:00- Intro 1:00- Personal introductions 2:30- Pre-fatigue exercise tests 8:45- Abel joins 9:30- Performance loss results 38:00- Biased exercises 45 :20- Could Kassem improve Ronnie Coleman’s physique?Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...-For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to become a member and have the opportunity to appear on the channel!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DaveMaconi Smile Fund: https://secure.operationsmile.org/sit...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_maconi/Youtube Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P...

0:00- Intro 1:00- Roundtable 1:30- Concerns with IG 3:10- Liver King 15:30- The importance of callout culture 23:30- Arm training 29:00- Loose vs strict form 51:00- Geoff’s volume               1:03:20- Timing of workouts 1:06:30- Coaching