Physique Development Podcast

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Nov 2, 2026 34 min

How To ALWAYS Have Time For Your Fitness (no matter how busy you are) | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Between work, kids, and everything else on your plate, finding time to work out can feel impossible—especially when it's the last thing you want to do after a long day.

In this episode, Coach Brittany challenges the idea that fitness requires hours of your time and introduces a different approach: the minimum effective dose. She breaks down what that actually means and how shifting your expectations can help you stay consistent with your fitness goals, even during your busiest seasons.

Because making progress doesn't always require doing more, it requires making the most of what you can realistically do.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Brittany & Team PD:

Coach Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/britbrownn

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 29, 2026 2 min

How to Live (and THRIVE) at Maintenance (Maintenance Miniseries Part 3) | PD Podcast Ep.293

Episode 293

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

There's a big difference between knowing how to maintain your weight and knowing how to maintain your results while actually enjoying your life.

In the final episode of this three-part miniseries, Sue and Alex tackle what might be the hardest part of the entire process: actually living at maintenance. They break down how to find the middle ground between structure and flexibility, make maintenance feel less restrictive, and continue making progress even when your physique isn't dramatically changing.

Because the ultimate goal isn't to get really good at dieting, it's to get really good at living in the body you've worked so hard to build.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(1:26) The most common ways people get maintenance wrong

(4:20) Finding the balance between constantly dieting & losing your results

(9:08) The most important habits to successfully maintain your progress

(11:58) How to make tracking less restrictive without losing awareness

(18:14) What maintenance looks like when life gets messy

(18:49) Scenario #1

(22:36) Scenario #2

(31:49) How to know you're *actually* succeeding at maintenance

(32:49) The key takeaway from this series

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 26, 2026 34 min

"I Just Need to LOCK IN..." | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

The phrase "lock in" has become the new "diet starts Monday," and that all-or-nothing mentality can keep you stuck in a cycle of starting over instead of making lasting progress.

In this episode, Coach Charlotte breaks down why finding the right balance for your life matters more than doing the absolute maximum. She explains how to identify what's realistically sustainable with both training and nutrition and why building habits that can withstand life's inevitable changes is the key to long-term success.

Because you need a plan that works for your real life, not just the weeks when you have unlimited time, energy, and motivation.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Charlotte & Team PD:

Coach Charlotte: https://www.instagram.com/cmjones.fit

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 22, 2026 7 min

How to Find Your REAL Maintenance (Maintenance Miniseries Part 2) | PD Podcast Ep.292

Episode 292

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Everyone wants to know how to lose fat, but knowing when your body is actually ready for a fat loss phase is a completely different skill.

In Part 2 of this maintenance miniseries, Sue and Alex break down how to recognize when maintenance might be the missing piece in your fitness journey and why it isn't just a phase reserved for after you've reached your goal.

They discuss the foundational habits and health markers that influence your readiness to diet, how to estimate your maintenance calories, and why finding the right intake takes more than relying on a calculator or a number from a previous diet.

They challenge the idea that progress always means doing more or eating less, explaining how taking the time to nourish your body and build a stronger foundation can set you up for better results that actually last.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) In today's episode

(1:26) How to determine if now is the right time for maintenance (when it does & DOESN'T make sense)

(5:32) Building a foundation for maintenance

(8:05) Nourishment and recovery

(10:44) Mindset, stress, and tracking

(12:48) The problem with incomplete tracking

(17:37) How to *actually* find your maintenance

(22:40) Tracking without judgment

(23:41) Establishing your baseline

(26:22) Why maintenance changes over time

(29:21) Coming up in part 3!

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 19, 2026 30 min

The HIDDEN Factor in Successfully Reaching Your Goals (vs staying stuck) | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Reaching your goals isn't just about having the right plan; it's about understanding the hidden factors that determine whether you actually follow through.

In this episode, Coach Lexi breaks down what often gets overlooked when it comes to making progress and why your approach to the process can be just as important as the goal itself. She explores the factors that influence your ability to stay consistent, how to navigate the challenges that come with pursuing a goal, and why long-term success requires more than motivation alone.

Because reaching your goals isn't about being perfect or relying on motivation to carry you through, it's about building the habits, mindset, and consistency that make lasting progress possible.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Lexi & Team PD:

Coach Lexi: https://www.instagram.com/lexiahlers24

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 15, 2026 7 min

The Most Important Phase You Keep Skipping (Maintenance Miniseries Part 1) | PD Podcast Ep.291

Episode 291

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Everyone wants a body they can maintain, but very few people actually spend time practicing maintenance.

In this episode, Sue and Alex break down one of the most overlooked phases of a successful fitness journey: maintenance.

While it can feel like the absence of a goal, maintenance is actually one of the most important phases for building the skills, confidence, and consistency needed to sustain your results long-term.

They challenge the belief that progress always requires losing fat or building muscle and explain why learning to maintain your results might be one of the most transformative things you can do for your physique and your relationship with fitness.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(1:18) Why maintenance is an intentional phase rather than the absence of one

(2:29) Redefining your idea of success

(8:07) Why being able to lose weight and being able to maintain weight are two different skills

(12:27) How to start a successful maintenance phase

(17:02) What most people get wrong about maintenance phases

(23:54) How we've been practicing what we preach

(30:00) Coming up in part 2!

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 12, 2026 30 min

How to Eat Healthy as a Family WITHOUT Being Miserable | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Trying to get your entire family to eat healthier? One of the biggest mistakes you can make is trying to change everything overnight, especially when picky kids are involved.

In this episode, Coach Brittany shares what actually makes healthy eating work for a family and how to approach it without making mealtimes miserable. Because the goal isn't to raise a "perfect" eater, it's to help your kids grow up knowing how to feed themselves and build a healthy relationship with food.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Brittany & Team PD:

Coach Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/britbrownn

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 8, 2026 4 min

10 UNEXPECTED Healthy Habits I Wish I Started SOONER | PD Podcast Ep.290

Episode 290

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Need a fresh take on creating habits that ACTUALLY stick? In this episode, Alex cuts through the "typical" noise to deliver pure gold.

Drawing on his own experience, he breaks down ten game-changing healthy habits that flew completely under his radar for years. These aren't your standard "drink more water" tips—we're talking unconventional wisdom that could revolutionize your progress.

Whether you're a resolution skeptic or just a goal-setting enthusiast, this episode gives practical strategies paired with hard-earned insights.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(0:42) Habit #1

(2:33) Habit #2

(4:19) Habit #3

(7:10) Habit #4

(8:37) Habit #5

(9:45) Habit #6

(12:14) Habit #7

(14:00) Habit #8

(16:04) Habit #9

(18:14) Habit #10

(19:55) Bonus #1

(20:53) Bonus #2

(22:26) Wrap-up

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 5, 2026 23 min

5 Things That Deserve a PERMANENT Spot in Your Gym Bag | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

What's actually worth keeping in your gym bag? And no, we're not talking about the obvious things like water and deodorant.

In this episode, Coach Mia shares five gym bag essentials that can actually make your workouts better. She breaks down what she personally uses, why she recommends each one, and how a few simple additions can help you get more out of your training.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(0:30) Item #1

(1:25) Item #2

(2:04) Item #3

(3:00) Item #4

(3:47) Item #5

(4:42) Recap

Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD:

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Oct 1, 2026 5 min

10 Questions That Will Change Your Health FOREVER | PD Podcast Ep.289

Episode 289

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have you ever felt like you're getting nowhere with your health goals? The problem might not be the answers, but the questions you're asking.

If you're tired of getting vague, unsatisfying answers about your health—this episode is your wake-up call. Listen in as they break down why the quality of your questions directly impacts the quality of your results and why the vague, wishy-washy questions we typically ask are holding us back.

This isn't your typical health advice episode—Sue and Alex share real, actionable strategies that will change the way you talk to your doctors, coaches, and most importantly, yourself. This episode will fundamentally change how you think about getting answers.

Transformation starts with curiosity and, by listening in, you're taking the first step to unlocking a successful fitness journey.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(0:15) Why the questions you ask matter

(4:28) Question #1

(10:51) Question #2

(17:47) Question #3

(23:23) Question #4

(27:16) Question #5

(32:15) Question #6

(38:11) Question #7

(42:14) Question #8

(47:35) Question #9

(52:28) Question #10

(55:09) Key takeaways & a challenge to YOU

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 28, 2026 57 min

The MOST IMPORTANT Thing We Can Do As We Age | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Strength training isn’t just about changing the way your body looks, and as you get older, it arguably becomes even more important.

In this episode, Coach Mia breaks down why muscle is about so much more than aesthetics and how lifting weights can help you build a stronger, more resilient body. Because the work you’re doing now isn’t just for the physique you want today, it’s an investment in what you want your body to be capable of decades from now.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD:

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 24, 2026 4 min

How to Lose Weight WITHOUT Tracking Calories | PD Podcast Ep.288

Episode 288

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

"Can I lose weight without tracking my food?"

It's one of the most requested questions we get. Tracking can feel restrictive, tedious, and like something you want to graduate from as quickly as possible. Everyone wants the freedom to eat intuitively, to listen to their body, and to stop obsessing over numbers in an app… But here's the truth: real food freedom doesn't come from avoiding tracking. It comes from mastering it first.

In this episode, we're flipping the narrative on food tracking completely. We'll explore why so many people resist tracking, the actual problem that creates the need to track forever, and how using tracking as a temporary educational tool—not a permanent prison—builds the foundation for true intuitive eating.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(0:50) Why people want to avoid tracking

(7:28) The problem

(14:18) How tracking builds a foundation

(24:14) Flipping the narrative

(27:49) Mindset shifts

(29:26) Closing thoughts

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 21, 2026 30 min

Getting Comfortable with DISCOMFORT (the truth about reaching your fitness goals) | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Reaching your goals isn’t always going to feel comfortable, and discomfort doesn’t automatically mean something is wrong.

In this episode, Coach Lexi breaks down what productive discomfort can actually look like and why creating new behaviors requires effort. She explains how learning to sit with a little discomfort can be an important part of growth, because sustainable doesn’t mean effortless.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Lexi & Team PD:

Coach Lexi: https://www.instagram.com/lexiahlers24

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 17, 2026 7 min

How to INCREASE Your Capacity for Stress (without losing yourself in the process) | PD Podcast Ep.287

Episode 287

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Stress isn't something you can, or should, completely eliminate from your life. The goal isn't to avoid hard things; it's to build the capacity to handle them without constantly feeling like you're drowning.

In this episode, Sue and Alex break down the massive difference between experiencing stress and living in a constant state of overwhelm. They explore what it actually means to increase your capacity for stress, how to better manage the demands already on your plate, and how to become more resilient without losing yourself in the process.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(2:03) Not everything is stress

(3:44) The first place to start

(7:36) How to set up a realistic daily schedule

(10:28) You need to come FIRST

(14:01) More availability does not equal better service

(15:52) Identifying sources of stress that you can control

(19:37) Avoiding self-imposed stress

(21:30) Using your mindset to improve your everyday situations

(23:25) Changing the plan when the circumstances change

(26:54) Work ethic is seldom the problem

(28:00) It's not just about reading books and taking bubble baths...

(30:00) The key takeaway

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

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Sep 14, 2026 30 min

Redefining Junk Food (why it might be exactly what you need) | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

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What actually makes a food "junk food," and junk compared to what?

In this episode, Coach Mia challenges one of nutrition's most misunderstood labels. While protein, fiber, micronutrients, and overall diet quality absolutely matter, they aren't all that matters.

She breaks down why foods commonly labeled as "junk" can still have a place within a nutrient-dense diet and why removing morality from food can help you build a more balanced approach to nutrition.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD:

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

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For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 10, 2026 3 min

The COST of Creating the Life You Want to Live with Emily Duncan | PD Podcast Ep.286

Episode 286

Show notes

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What does it look like to be a woman who wants a lot out of life and refuses to apologize for what that requires? In this episode, Sue sits down with Emily Duncan and takes it all the way back to where their friendship started 10 years ago.

They reflect on how much has changed since then, the biggest ways they’ve evolved, and what it’s looked like to grow as women and business owners with big goals. It’s a fun, honest conversation about ambition, evolution, and giving yourself permission to want more without apologizing for what it takes to get there.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Success by Design with Sue Bush (The Excellence Edit Ep.1) - https://pod.fo/e/30642f

The HOT GIRL Handbook with Emily Duncan (Gym Girl Chats) - https://pod.fo/e/2d3ff4

Connect with Emily:

Follow Emily on IG - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/em_dunc⁠

Website - ⁠https://fenixathletica.com⁠

EMBody Radio (podcast) - ⁠https://pod.link/1245411599

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Sep 7, 2026 1 hr 1 min

How to Talk to Your Kids About Food | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

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Many of us grew up watching our parents diet, following questionable food rules, and absorbing messages about food that we’re still trying to unlearn—but how do we do things differently with our own kids?

In this episode, Coach Brittany shares four things she wants her child to understand about food and how we can talk about nutrition in a way that actually equips our kids for the future.

Because the goal isn't just feeding them well today, it's helping them build the knowledge and skills they'll carry with them as they grow.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Connect with Coach Brittany & Team PD:

Coach Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/britbrownn

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Sep 3, 2026 4 min

Bringing Back "Skinny Content," the Real Benefit of Working Out, & Why Extraordinary Results Require Extraordinary Effort with Kelly Poole | PD Podcast Ep.285

Episode 285

Show notes

If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

She's been here before, you guys loved her... So Kelly Poole is back!

In this episode, Alex and Kelly celebrate her hitting 100K on Instagram and chat about her new calorie deficit. They get into the realities of dieting, fitness, and coaching while mixing in plenty of controversies, laughs, and all the things you’d expect when these two get together.

Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Welcoming Kelly back to the show

(0:55) What Kelly thinks about her new calorie deficit

(2:11) What social media gets wrong about "skinny content" (becoming a skinny legend)

(5:21) The *real* benefit of the gym (beyond looking hot)

(22:04) The illusion of the finish line

(27:25) Extraordinary results require extraordinary standards

(33:31) Trusting others isn't weakness (even coaches need coaches)

(46:08) How time away (& other interests) make you better at your job

(58:12) One final request & where to connect with Kelly online

Connect with Kelly:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kellykpoole

The Greatest Project - https://pod.link/1701655610

OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building:

Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6

Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759

How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8

How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56

Follow us on Instagram:

Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Aug 31, 2026 59 min

Smash or Pass: Gut Health Edition | PD Fit Bits

Show notes

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Gut health is one of the hottest topics in nutrition right now, but which trends are actually worth your attention? In this episode, Coach Mia plays a special gut-health edition of Smash or Pass, breaking down popular gut health trends, which ones may be worth incorporating, and which deserve a little more skepticism.

Because better gut health rarely comes from a single magic product, it's usually the result of many boring, foundational habits stacked together.

As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode!

Timestamps:

(0:00) Today's topic

(0:27) Squatty Potty

(0:47) Fermented foods

(1:15) Resistant starch

(1:47) Greens powders

(2:15) De-bloat supplements

(3:05) What *really* matters for gut health

Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD:

Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_

Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast

Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE

Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7

Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA

For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com

If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time!

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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media