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The ProPhysique Code
Welcome to the ProPhysique Code. Each week, the coaches at ProPhysique bring you a variety of information and topics inspired by their own experience within the fitness, nutrition, and online coaching industry. With each coach bringing their own unique perspective, we seek to provide valuable and thought provoking information in each episode.
Episodes
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Episode 163: Why the Scale Doesn't Mean $h*t
In this episode, Jessica and Danika come together to talk about the scale and furthermore...why it truly doesn't mean $h*t in the grand scheme of things…
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Episode 162: Day in the Life of a Bikini Competitor
What's it like to be a bikini competitor, deep into prep? More specifically, what does a normal day in the life a bikini competitor, who is deep into prep vs…
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Episode 161: NPC and IFBB Klash Review
In this episode, Paul and Stephen sit down to recap the NPC and IFBB Klash Championship show that was held this past weekend (April 2, 2022) in Orlando. They…
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Episode 160: Creativity in the Kitchen
How to get creative in the kitchen 101 with Lexie and Aliza. If you are feeling bored and burnt out when it comes to the food and meals that you are preparing…
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Episode 159: Don't Be an Overachiever!
What does it mean to be an overachiever in the coaching process? In this episode, Stephen and Stephanie talk about this idea of being an "overachiever" and how…
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Episode 157: Advocating for your Fitness Goals as a Mom
In this episode, Coach Alba and Danika, both moms of multiple kiddos, sit down to talk about advocating for your fitness rights as a mom. Oftentimes, there can…
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Episode 157: RPE Explained
RPE explained! RPE, standing for "rate of perceived exertion," is a commonly used term in training programs. If oftentimes allows clients to gauge how intense…
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Episode 156: Tracking your Training
How to track your progress in the gym 101. In this episode, three of the team's coaches talk about ways in which you can track your progress in the gym, and…
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Episode 155: Differences in Protein Powders
In this episode, Coach Kayleigh and Priscila break down the different types of protein and furthermore the differences between each. With so many different…
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Episode 154: Arnold Recap
ARNOLD 2022 recap!! In this episode, Paul, Stephen and Dani recap the funfilled Arnold Sports Festival weekend in Columbus, Ohio along with the expo and show…
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Episode 153: Becoming Food Focused
Do you feel constantly consumed by the thought of food? This is a very common thought pattern for people, specifically coming out of a contest prep or…
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Episode 152: Traveling While on Prep
Traveling while on prep? This one is for you! Lexie and Rachel, sit down and give you all of their tips and tricks for traveling while on prep. Whether it be…
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Episode 151: Transitioning from Fat Loss to Reverse Diet
Making the transition from a fat loss phase to a reverse diet can be TOUGH, mentally, more than anything. In this episode, Phil, Jessica and Matt sit down and…
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Episode 150: Arnold Preview
In this extra special episode, Paul and Stephen dive into the Arnold 2022. The Arnold Expo and Bodybuilding Extravaganza is back and intended to be the biggest…
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Episode 149: Macro Grams vs. Macro Percentages
What are the pros and cons of tracking macro grams vs. macro percentages? In this episode, Lexie, Sarah and Aliza do a deep dive into this topic explaining the…
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Episode 148: Mindset for Success
In this special episode, Paul introduces new coach Danika Johnson. Danika has a background and degree in pyschology but is also an WNBF and IFPA bikini pro…
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Episode 147: When to Pull Out of Prep
What are some of the instances in which you may want to consider pulling yourself out of a prep? In this episode, Dani and Stephen talk on this topic…
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Episode 146: What's in Your Gym Bag?
What's in your gym bag? In this episode, a few of the ladies at Team ProPhysique go over some of their gym bag must haves, talking about some of the essentials…
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Episode 145: When to Reassess your Approach
In this special episode, Stephen introduces Coach Matt, one of the newest coaching members to join the team! Stephen and Matt talk about the sport of…
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Episode 144: Coaching Red Flags
What to look out for when hiring a coach, all discussed in THIS episode! Paul, Lexie and Gillian talk on this topic and breakdown some of what they would…
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Episode 143: Warmup Sets vs. Working Sets
In this episode, Coach Jessica and Priscila talk on the topic of warmup sets vs. working sets. How to differentiate these two so that your training can be as…
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Episode 142: Unsolicited Advice on Prep
Unsolicited advice on prep...one of the most crucial times to NOT be hyperfocused on the opinions and advice from others. In this episode, Kayleigh, Rachel and…
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Episode 141: Managing Relationships While Competing
Relationships and competing...two rather tough things to balance at once. In this episode, Coach Gillian and Stephen, who happen to be in a relationship…
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Episode 140: Flexible Dieting vs. Clean Eating
In this episode, three of the team's coaches discuss the concept of "flexible dieting" in comparison to the term "clean eating." These two general concepts…
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Episode 139: Journey to Turing Pro with Lawna Dunbar
In this special episode, Paul is joined by his client and newly turned IFBB Pro Lawna Dunbar. Lawna has an atypical story when it comes to her journey to…
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Episode 138: How Long Should Your Improvement Season Last?
In this episode, three of the team's coaches talk on the topic of an improvement season and more specifically, how long an improvement season should last…
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Episode 137: Supplements 101 with Doug Miller
In this special episode, Paul sits down with the owner of Core Nutritionals, Doug Miller. As a Core Nutritionals athlete, Paul interviews Doug and they discuss…
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Episode 136: Setting Up Macros: Variables to Consider
In this episode, Coach Stephanie and Phil breakdown the topic of macros and what to consider when you are trying to set them up for yourself. Whether you are…
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Episode 135: Everything You Need To Know About Competition Bikinis with Karah Jones
In this special episode, Paul and Lexie sit down and talk with the owner and founder of one of the industry's biggest suit companies. Karah Jones from Angel…
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Episode 134: Setting New Year's Resolutions
Happy New Year from the ProPhysique Code! We are kicking off the year with a special episode all about setting new year's resolutions and goals. In this…
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Episode 133: 2021 In Review
Kicking off the last podcast of the year with a full recap of the 2021 year! Paul and Dani sit down to recap and review the highlights from 2021. Shows, pro…
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Episode 132: Overshooting Weight Gain in Offseason
How much weight should you plan on gaining in your improvement season/offseason from stage? In this episode, Kayleigh and Stephen talk about this topic more in…
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Episode 131: Applying Exercise Science to Coaching
In this special episode, Coach Stephen introduces Coach Priscilla, one of the team's newest coaches. Priscilla earned both her bachelor's and master's of…
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Episode 130: Is that Post Really Talking to you?
Hey you! Yes, YOU! Is that post really talking to you? In a social media world full of so much information, it can be hard to filter out what may not apply to…
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Episode 129: Science Based Fitness with Jorge Rosado
In this special episode, Paul sits down and talks with one of the team's coaches, Jorge Rosado. Jorge comes from an extensive background in science-based…
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Episode 128: Holiday Travel Tips
In this episode, Tyler and Stephanie talk on the topic of travel but more specifically, travel during the holidays. What are some tips and tricks that can be…
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Episode 127: Being Intentional with who you follow on Social Media
In this episode, Alba, Christina and Rachel go to town hitting on a topic that is important for ALL: Being INTENTIONAL with who you follow on social media…
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Episode 126: The History of Bodybuilding with John Hansen
In this special episode, Coach John Hansen is introduced. John recently joined the team as a coach and has quite an extensive history in this sport including…
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Episode 125: 5 Ways to Have a Successful Client/Coaching Relationship
In this episode, Dani and Aliza touch on the 5 key components to having a successful client/coaching relationship. In order to progress, a client must put…
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Episode 124: Meal Prepping 101
Meal Prepping 101: In this episode, you will get the run down on some of the best tips and tricks when it comes to preparing your meals in bulk. Lexie…
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Episode 124: Meal Prepping 101
Meal Prepping 101: In this episode, you will get the run down on some of the best tips and tricks when it comes to preparing your meals in bulk. Lexie…
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Episode 122: Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
In this episode, Jojo and Phil talk about the topic of holiday weight...most people's worst nightmare, but unfortunately, a common trend seen amongst the…
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Episode 122: 80lbs Down in High School
In this episode, Paul and Stephen introduce Gillian. Gillian is one of the newest coaches here at Team ProPhysique and comes from a background of coaching…
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Episode 121: You Overate...Now What?
You overate...so now what do you do? This happens to the best of us from time to time and while most people's gut instinct is to severely restrict and cut back…
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Episode 120: Breast Augmentation Experiences
Learn and laugh as some of the girls of ProPhysique talk all about their experiences with breast implants and undergoing a breast augmentation. All have…
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Episode 119: From Marathon Runner to Bikini Competitor
In this special episode, Dani introduces Stephanie, one of the newest additions to the ProPhysique coaching staff. Stephanie originally comes from a running…
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Episode 118: Not Losing Your Identity During Prep
As a competitor, prep can be extremely consuming and can oftentimes feel like another job. Maintaining your true self and identity beyond just being a…
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Episode 117: Girl Talk: Postpartum Edition
Let's chat all about postpartum life. Christina (a mother of 3 and soon to be 4), Dani (a new mother to one) and Kayleigh (a mother to one), sit down and chat…
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Episode 116: What Consistency Actually Looks Like
What is TRULY considered "consistency?" We oftentimes hear this term being thrown around, but what does it mean to be consistent when it comes to achieving…
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Episode 115: Podcast Anniversary
Happy 1 Year Anniversary to the ProPhysique Code! In this special episode, Paul, Dani and Lexie all sit down to reflect on the past year and to celebrate this…
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Episode 114: Working Smarter not Harder
Working SMARTER does not always mean working HARDER and grinding yourself to the ground. In this episode, Rachel and Sarah talk on this topic and elaborate…
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Episode 113: Digestion on Prep-What to Expect
In this bonus episode, Stephen introduces Jessica Best, his longtime client, and one of Team ProPhysique's newest coaches. Along with touching on Jessica's…
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Episode 112: Olympia 2021 Recap
In this episode, Paul and Daraja discuss the prestigious 2021 Olympia, where Daraja recently competed, taking home 6th place amongst a HUGE lineup of bikini…
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Episode: Differences Between Coaching Male and Female Athletes
In this episode, Tyler and Lexie talk about the main differences between coaching male and female clients. With Tyler being a coach who predominantly coaches…
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Episode 110: Finding Balance
Balance...a term that can be defined in multiple different ways, can oftentimes be hard to accomplish when you are a competitor or just someone in the midst of…
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Episode 109: Show Day Checklist
In this episode, Lexie and Kayleigh talk all about the show day essentials and what you should bring with you come show day/show weekend. They also talk all…
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Episode 108: Posing: How to Get Started
Getting started when it comes to posing, it can be overwhelming, to say the least! But Shaneeka and Daraja are here to break things down when it comes to the…
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Episode 107: Strategies for Picking Shows
In this episode, Paul and Rachel talk all about picking shows and being strategic with doing so. Depending on where a competitor is at in their career, being…
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Episode 106: Dr. Interviewing Matt Blevins Dr. of PT
In this special episode, Paul and Stephen interview Dr. Matt Blevins who has been practicing physical therapy for over 20 years. Paul, Stephen, and Matt talk…
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Episode 105: Navigating Social Media While on Prep
Social media can be a slippery slope while in the midst of contest prep. Many competitors struggle with comparison during this time which can oftentimes do…