Podcast

The ProPhysique Code

Fitness, Health & Fitness

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.

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#84
Episodes
630
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 8 min
On air since
2020
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

630 episodes, newest first

  1. Episode 453: Are Fit Model Competitors Just Skinny Bikini Girls?

    Season 3, Episode 453

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    In this episode, our prep team dives into a juicy question: Are Fit Model girls just skinny? We discuss some of the recent backlash surrounding the Fit Model division, break down the misconceptions, and touch on key factors to consider when preparing for show day!

    1 hr 13 min
  2. Episode 452: Things That Matter WAY Less Than You Think in Prep

    Season 3, Episode 452

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    In this episode, our prep hosts dive into the things athletes often think matter more than they actually do during contest prep. From whether your team influences your placings to whether having a large social media following impacts your success onstage, we're breaking down common beliefs, challenging misconceptions, and discussing what really matters when it comes to competing.

    1 hr 10 min
  3. Episode 451: Are Excuses Killing your Progress?

    Season 3, Episode 451

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    In this episode, Paul, Evan, and Lexie discuss how excuses can hold athletes back and how to reframe them so they become opportunities for growth rather than roadblocks to progress. They also share common practices they implement with their athletes and discuss how to navigate and make the most of the busy holiday season.

    1 hr 11 min
  4. Episode 450: The Challenge of Follow Through

    Season 3, Episode 450

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    In this episode, Danika and Fatima explore the psychology of follow-through, creating healthy pressure, reframing narratives, and owning your identity to boost motivation and consistency in life and fitness.

    56 min
  5. Episode 449: Perfect Peaking for Women

    Season 2, Episode 425

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    In this episode, our hosts discuss what goes into having the PERFECT peak on stage, for female athletes. In Tyler Manion's recent Olympia recap, this was an important topic of discussion, therefore our hosts break it down and touch on all of the variables that make an athlete's peak successful.

    1 hr 17 min
  6. Episode 448: Olympia Aftermath: Answering YOUR Questions & Comments

    Season 3, Episode 448

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    In this episode, our hosts respond to YOU guys and dive into some of the comments and conversations surrounding recent Olympia content. They also take time to answer listener questions about the Olympia and the sport, including: Is it possible to do well in Bikini at the Olympia as a natural athlete? Plus, they share their thoughts on some of the biggest questions and discussions coming out of this year's Olympia.

    49 min
  7. Episode 447: Is it hard OR are YOU making it hard?

    Season 3, Episode 447

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    In this episode, Danika and Fatima explore the mental and emotional aspects of prep, being on a fitness program, life challenges, and the importance of adaptability, perspective, and resilience. They share personal insights and practical tips for navigating life's unpredictability with grace and humor.

    47 min
  8. Episode 446: 2026 Olympia Recap: Biggest Surprises, Controversies & Takeaways

    Season 3, Episode 446

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    In this special episode, Paul, Lexie, and Evan break down the 2026 Olympia results in the Bikini and Fit Model divisions. Did the judges get it right? Hear what our hosts think about this year's results, the biggest surprises of the weekend, and what these outcomes could mean for the future of the sport.

    1 hr 8 min
  9. Episode 445: How Bret Contreras Created the Glute Training Industry

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    In this special episode, Paul and Lexie sit down with Bret Contreras, in Las Vegas, for a special LIVE podcast interview. Lexie and Paul interview Bret (AKA: The Glute Guy) on the origins of glute training, how he created the glute niche and where he sees the industry headed.

    1 hr 12 min
  10. Episode 444: The Truth About Dieting, Muscle & Fat Loss with Layne Norton

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    In this episode of the ProPhysique Podcast, we sit down with Layne Norton for an honest, unfiltered conversation about bodybuilding, nutrition, training, coaching, and the fitness industry. Layne shares his perspective on what actually matters when it comes to building muscle, losing fat, long-term progress, and separating science from the noise that dominates social media.

    53 min
  11. Episode 443: Our 2026 Olympia Predictions

    Season 3, Episode 443

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    In this episode, Paul, Evan and Lexie celebrate OLYMPIA week with a special episode discussing the changes this year at the 2026 Olympia along with their specfic predictions for Fit Model and Bikini.

    1 hr 5 min
  12. Episode 442: Setting Standards for Yourself

    Season 3, Episode 498

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    In this episode Danika and Fatima discuss boundary setting in all domains. Fatima shares her journey through competition prep, the importance of setting personal standards, and how to navigate boundaries with family and others. In this episode, listeners will discover practical insights on self-trust, boundary setting, and maintaining structure in life.

    53 min
  13. Episode 441: Coaching Hot Takes

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    In this episode, Paul, Evan and Lexie briefly discuss North Americans and then dive right into some of their hot takes as coaches. Our hosts break down their individual hot takes pertaining to contest prep, coaching in general and the bodybuilding industry as a whole.

    1 hr 1 min
  14. Episode 440: The Impact of Community

    Season 3, Episode 440

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    In this episode, Danika and Fatima are joined by Coach Adam to recap the recent ProPhysique FTX event and dive into the power of community, both near and far. They also discuss shifting away from an all-or-nothing mindset and learning how to set standards for yourself that are both effective and sustainable.

    55 min
  15. Bodybuilding in 2016 vs. 2026: How Has the Sport Changed?

    Season 3, Episode 439

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    In this episode, we're taking a look back at the last decade of bodybuilding and breaking down how the sport has evolved from 2016 to 2026. From contest prep, training and nutrition to judging standards, physique expectations, coaching, social media, PED culture, and the business of bodybuilding, we're discussing the biggest changes we've seen along the way.

    1 hr 10 min
  16. Episode 438: How Much Do Genetics Matter in Bodybuilding?

    Season 3, Episode 438

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    In this episode, our hosts dive into a listener Q and A! Answering questions such as "how big of a role do genetics play in the sport of bodybuilding?" to "how much does meal timing matter?" and MORE. Our hosts dive into a wide variety of prep related questions in this special episode!

    1 hr 29 min
  17. Episode 437: If We Knew Then What We Know Now

    Season 3, Episode 437

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    In this episode, our hosts look back at the things they used to do, believe, and obsess over as coaches and athletes and furthermore chat about how they would approach those same things very differently today. From contest prep and nutrition to training, mindset, and everything in between, Paul, Evan and Lexie share the lessons that they learned the hard way, and what they wish they could tell their younger selves.

    1 hr 17 min
  18. Episode 436: Managing personal energy and boundaries

    Season 3, Episode 436

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    In this episode, Danika and Fatima explore the idea of navigating difficult relationships, managing energy, and embracing authenticity. They share personal stories, practical advice, and insights on how communication and self-awareness can transform interactions.

    49 min
  19. Episode 435: The Hardest Part Might Come After the Show…Post Show Blues

    Season 3, Episode 435

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    What happens when the stage lights turn off and the adrenaline of prep is suddenly gone? In this episode, we're talking about the post-show blues, why the transition out of prep can be harder than anyone expects, and how to navigate that season mentally and physically. We're also breaking down the NEW NPC/IFBB Figure rules and what the changes could mean for competitors moving forward. If you've ever struggled with the "what now?" feeling after a show, this one is for you.

    1 hr 21 min
  20. Episode 434: What Are You Willing to Let Go of to Become Who You Want to Be?

    Season 3, Episode 434

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    In this episode Danika and Fatima discuss how you don't always become a "better" version of yourself by adding more. Sometimes growth looks like grieving the old habits, old safety nets, and old identities that got you here. If you've been holding onto something just because it used to protect you- this is an episode for you!

    31 min