The Realities of Bodybuilding: Health, Competition, and Common Prep Pitfalls

On this episode, William Grazione and Coach Zach Richie dive into the world of bodybuilding. The two discuss the health problems related to both enhanced and natural bodybuilding at the extreme levels, and highlight how neither approach is absolutely healthy. Coach Zach will fill us in on his own bodybuilding prep, from posing, to training adjustments, and the body fat he's dropped during his cut for competition prep this year!

We'll also cover common prep mistakes, such as drastic caloric deficits and excessive cardio, particularly in female athletes, and stress the importance of an educated, evidence-based approach to contest preparation. William and Zach also share some horror stories about bodybuilding competition prep that slid into their messages on Instagram. Finally, we emphasize the important role of hormonal health in fat loss and the critical importance of reliable coaching for competitive athletes.