Elite Coaching Cast

We're back after a week of traveling to the Masters National in Orlando and the Chicago Pro in Atlanta. Today Justin revisits his experience working with one of his athletes who turned pro at the Masters National. Justin gives some incredible insight into their peak week and what it took to bring home a pro card. We're always giving away a little too much so make sure to take notes. Then we transition to the Chicago Pro in Atlanta and how some of the pro's competing at this level might surprise you. We chat about what bodybuilding means to Justin and Team Mihaly. What it's like growing up within the sport and why it's so important to maintain a quality of respect as a competitor and a coach within this incredible sport. It's an educational, heart felt episode so make sure to listen twice. Let's get into it. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow us on Instagram for daily clips from our favorite episodes and tag us while you're listening. We love to see it. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

We open up asking one of the more important life questions - please share your answers with us on Instagram! It'll be a nice lol.  Carb Cycling - How Justin went from thinking carb cycling was a poor tool for bodybuilding to using it constantly with his contest prep clients. Thyroid Hormone - How Justin thought T3 had a negative impact on performance and what transitioned into his love for the tool. Why ultimate strength is not the only key - How using periodization of rep ranges are extremely critical in Justin's current training protocols. The biggest guy in the room isn't always the smartest guy - Why it's important to understand that just because someone is a large bodybuilder doesn't mean they have the secret to success for you. More is NOT always better.  We had a lot of fun with this one. Let's get into it. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow us on Instagram for clips from your favorite episodes! @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

Today we open up talking about some new insight on megalodon. Random right? Hope you learn something. Then we dive into the rule of specificity. How reverse engineering your goals can create massive growth and direction for you. Abstract goals are more challenging to achieve, if you ever can achieve them. This applies to your training programming, cardio programming, contest prep, professional and personal life. We touch a little on how we believe specificity applies to each of these topics. Your goals should be specific and isolated to your path. Let's make sure we reach them. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow the podcast on Instagram for daily clips from your favorite episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

Today we dive into some variables to consider when enhancing your physique and taking it to the next level. We start off by discussing the topic of your training process. If you had to leave the gym after your first set, would that first set be enough? Then we dive into what you should be feeding your body. Why you should stop constantly changing your food and how consistency can support growth. Are you feeding fat mass or lean body mass? What's your goal with cardio? Are you a sprinter or a marathon runner? We recommend you stop doing HIIT for 30 minutes 5 days a week. Why do you want to use PEDs? Are you using them for the right reason? Do they actually support your goals? Finally, what is your thought process during a training set? Are you just going through the motions or are you getting technical and specific? This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow the podcast on Instagram to see clips from your favorite episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

What are you adding to your environment? Good and bad. We open up today's free-flow discussion chatting about a question we've talked about often - How did we get here? How did we get to this point as humans, as Americans? How did our society evolve into what it is today. Then we discuss how adding and removing things, people, experiences in your life can truly benefit you. And, a few things we've added into our lives to expand our mind to continue driving towards the people we want to be. Let's get into it. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow us on Instagram to chat with us and see clips from your favorite episodes! @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

First, let us say how much we appreciate all the support and kind words we've received from episode 90. We always appreciate the support because this podcast wouldn't be where it is without you. Today we're chatting about the importance of ownership and accountability. What is your level of accountability? We've experienced lack of accountability within our company and we share that experience. How taking ownership for your actions, positive or negative, can positively impact your life because when you find flaws you can create solutions to become greater. This episode is about why it's okay to be you. To err is human and we're always learning and growing. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Tag us on Instagram and share your favorite episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

We open today's episode discussing the state of bodybuilding and what it means to Justin. How the bodybuilding impacts our community throughout the fitness industry for the better, and what it means to carry that responsibility. Then we dive into a topic we've thought a lot about - mental resilience. We chat very off the dome about the current state of the social environment when it comes to dealing with stressors and anxiety's. How you have more control than you think. How you can overcome obstacles that will undoubtedly come your way throughout life. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow the podcast on Instagram to share your favorite moments and catch daily clips from new episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

We open up today's episode chatting a little about Scott's new business venture, Riot Roasters Coffee Co., which launches next Monday. Mark your calendars! Then we dive into advanced training techniques and how to approach advanced training. How long should you be on a training split? The answer might surprise you. The importance of mastering contractions. Are you tracking your rate of progression? Are you beating 80% of your lifts? How to properly develop a training program. Why recovery is one of the first variables to consider when creating a program. The key to understanding rate of recovery. Why stability is key in executing at a high level. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Follow the podcast on Instagram for updates and clips from your favorite episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

We open up chatting about our thoughts on at home fitness equipment as Amazon announces its new product, the Prime Bike, which is going to compete with Peleton at a vastly cheaper price. Then we dive into what a reverse diet looks like post contest prep and show. What's the difference between a reverse diet and a recovery diet? This ties greatly into The Prep Before The Prep. We chat about how to add food and how to train during your reverse dieting phase. Why low volume and high intensity is key. Why Justin pulls back cardio. The value of assessing your biofeedback markers and what they tell you in a reverse. We close out today's topic talking about how long a dieting phase should last and what to do with PEDs during this phase. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and code Mihaly20 for RAW. Connect with The Grow or Die Podcast on Instagram. Catch clips of your favorite episodes and tag us! @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ

Today we're talking about an interesting topic: Inequality. This isn't necessarily about racial inequality, as we believe you understand our view on it from previous episodes. What we're referencing is about truly understanding the value of being a human, and how some of us are dealt a different hand than others. What is your perception of inequality in this life? Do you find yourself complaining how others might "have it easier?" How is fear playing a roll in your life? Are you letting it determine your day to day activities, relationships, work life balance? We want to live a life of abundance. Mentally, physically, spiritually, financially and in our relationships. Sometimes it's important to step back and recognize how lucky we are. If you don't feel that way, take a risk and some extra responsibility to create that life of abundance for yourself and those around you. This episode is brought to you by Revive Supplements and RAW Nutrition. Use code Mihaly15 for Revive and Mihaly20 for RAW. Connect with us on Instagram for clips from your favorite episodes. @JMIHALYFIT @SCOTTSIMNZ