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There's a new fitness trend popping up every other day, and by the time you finish this episode, there will probably be three more.
In today's conversation, Sue and Alex cut through the noise and break down two fitness trends they *actually* believe in. They explain what makes these trends worth paying attention to, who they're best suited for, and why it's important to focus on principles over hype.
Because the goal isn't to chase every new trend, it's to find the strategies that actually move you closer to your goals.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(0:38) Trend #1
(18:03) Trend #2
(35:57) Thanks for listening!
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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When you're overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious, reaching for food can feel automatic—and that's incredibly normal. In this episode, Coach Mia breaks down why emotional eating happens, the role food plays beyond nutrition, and why it's often tied to comfort, memories, and emotion.
She shares practical strategies to help you increase awareness and widen the gap between what you're feeling and how you respond, so you can make more intentional choices without guilt or restriction. Because the goal isn't to eliminate emotional eating, it's to better understand your patterns and respond to them with more awareness and less reactivity.
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:
Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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Today’s Gym Girl Chat is with one of the newest additions to the Physique Development team—and one of the biggest fitness nerds you’ll ever meet (who also happens to have a fat ass): Coach Lexi.
Lexi has been coaching since 2019 and has spent the last several years helping women build muscle, lose fat, improve their health, and navigate the often-confusing world of hormones, metabolism, and nutrition. But today isn't all about coaching. Sue and Lexi sit down for a fun, laid-back conversation covering everything from fitness and favorite books to go-to snacks, daily habits, and plenty of random tangents in between.
If you want to get to know the person behind the coach, this episode is for you.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Introducing today's guest
(1:03) Current book obsessions
(5:52) The parallels between book girlies and gym girlies
(8:27) Gearing up for a new football season
(9:43) The importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people
(12:58) Lexi's gym playlist
(18:41) Favorite snacks & snack hacks
(21:31) Current favorite exercises
(24:27) Doing the things we hate to do
(29:09) Current physique goals
(33:14) Gym girl HOT TAKE
(33:44) Our favorite habits
(35:24) A habit Lexi wants to implement (but hasn't yet)
(38:30) Something people assume that couldn't be more wrong
(43:01) Non-gym non-negotiables
(47:36) Gym bag essentials/gym girl hacks
(52:49) A message for the gym girlies
(55:56) What we've changed our minds on
(58:27) Lexi's biggest piece of advice
(1:04:02) Thanks for listening!
Connect with Coach Lexi - https://www.instagram.com/lexiahlers24
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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Social media is full of fitness advice, but not all of it deserves your attention. In this episode, Coach Brittany breaks down three common fitness myths that get repeated over and over online. While many of these claims contain a small grain of truth, they often get blown far out of proportion and create more confusion than clarity.
She helps you cut through the noise, understand the nuance behind the headlines, and avoid getting pulled into the extremes that dominate social media feeds. Because the best advice usually lives in the middle—not in the clickbait, fear-mongering, or all-or-nothing takes.
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) Myth #1
(1:37) Myth #2
(3:04) Myth #3
(4:12) The key takeaway
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
Today's episode is a fun one. Sue and Alex are talking all about what it means to be an Honorary Girlie Pop, and how that mindset has helped shape both their coaching philosophy and the culture of Physique Development.
They break down what being a "girlie pop" actually means, why Alex proudly considers himself one, and how working primarily with women has influenced the way they coach, communicate, and build their business!
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
Are your "proper" meals actually making healthy eating harder than it needs to be? In this episode, Coach Mia dives into a mindset that holds a lot of people back: the belief that every meal has to fit a specific category or look a certain way to be considered healthy.
She challenges rigid food rules and explains why your body doesn't know the difference between pancakes at 8 a.m. and pancakes at 8 p.m. What matters most is the bigger picture, not whether a food fits into a made-up meal category.
Because healthy eating works best when it fits your life, not when it follows a set of arbitrary rules.
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:
Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
Join us for a deep dive into common gym mistakes at every level. We're calling you (and ourselves!) out and delivering the solutions you need, so prepare for some much-needed truth bombs that will transform your training.
From beginners to advanced athletes, we break down exactly what's holding you back and provide actionable solutions to accelerate your progress. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or you've been training for years, this episode will help you identify blind spots in your routine and optimize your approach for maximum results!
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(0:45) Beginner Mistakes
(0:48) Mistake #1
(3:11) Mistake #2
(5:36) Mistake #3
(7:27) Mistake #4
(9:26) Mistake #5
(11:06) Mistake #6
(14:50) One final piece of advice for beginners
(17:21) Defining "beginner"
(20:13) Intermediate Mistakes
(20:14) Mistake #1
(21:45) Mistake #2
(23:19) Mistake #3
(26:55) Mistake #4
(30:34) Mistake #5
(31:47) Advanced Mistakes
(32:06) Mistake #1
(34:34) Mistake #2
(40:38) Mistake #3
(43:46) Mistake #4
(47:33) Mistake #5
(48:48) One final piece of advice
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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 scale might be the most common way to measure progress, but it's often the most misleading. In this episode, Coach Lexi breaks down one of the biggest mistakes she sees women make: giving the scale far too much power over how they feel about their progress.
She explains the many factors that can influence your weight from day to day, why your "ideal weight" doesn't necessarily match your ideal physique, and the importance of looking at multiple indicators of progress instead of relying on a single number.
Because real progress is about more than what the scale says—it's about how you look, feel, perform, and show up in your life.
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that might completely shift your perspective on fat loss. You may not even realize it, but most likely, there are subtle, seemingly innocent habits that could be sabotaging your progress behind the scenes.
These aren't the obvious culprits you'd expect—they're the sneaky behaviors that fly under the radar while quietly derailing your results. We're breaking down five critical habits that are secretly destroying your fat loss efforts, plus a bonus habit that may catch you by surprise!
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(1:48) Habit #1
(14:51) Habit #2
(23:19) Habit #3
(35:09) Habit #4
(42:29) Habit #5
(54:29) *BONUS* Habit #6
(55:47) Key takeaways
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
Successful dieting is a lot less exciting than most people expect. In this episode, Coach Mia shares the unsexy truth about fat loss: a productive deficit is often boring, predictable, and much more normal than the dramatic transformations you see online.
She breaks down what you should actually expect during your first dieting phase, how to make the process feel easier, and why a little hunger isn't necessarily a sign that something is wrong.
Because successful fat loss isn't about suffering, it's about setting realistic expectations and staying consistent long enough to see the results.
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:
Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
If you've been waiting for the "perfect time" to finally focus on yourself, this episode is for you.
Sue breaks down one of the most common patterns she sees in women who feel stuck: waiting.
Waiting for life to calm down, for work to get easier, for the kids to need less, or for motivation to finally show up...
She explores two types of women who seem very different on the surface—those who feel like they know too much and those who feel like they don't know enough—yet often end up in the exact same place: stuck in inaction.
She challenges the idea that self-care should be conditional and explains why the answer isn't trying harder—it's building a system that works with your life as it exists today.
Because knowledge is potential, but application is power. And the perfect time may never come.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
Most people think the answer to improving their physique is simply getting smaller. But the look most people actually want—shape, tone, curves, and that "fit" appearance—comes from building muscle.
In this episode, Coach Mia breaks down why you can't diet your way to your dream physique and what you should be focusing on instead. She talks about the mindset shift required to stop chasing smaller and start building a body that looks strong, defined, and athletic.
Because the goal isn't just to weigh less, it's to build a physique you actually feel confident in.
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:
Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
"If you are to break the invisible chains and become what you were destined to be, you must master the art of not caring."
-Napoleon Hill
In today's episode, Coach Sue highlights the importance of mastering the art of not caring. But not through a negative or jaded lens, rather, through the lens of someone with purpose.
Because living a life where you feel truly aligned with your values is so much more important than being accepted for someone else's.
Napoleon Hill - Master the Art of Not Caring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nGAfb8Thko
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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Travel doesn't have to mean falling completely off track. In this episode, Coach Lexi shares practical tips she frequently gives clients and friends for staying consistent while traveling. Instead of chasing perfection or trying to fully optimize everything, she explains why the goal during travel should shift toward maintenance and staying connected to your routine.
She breaks down the importance of focusing on anchors, simplifying your habits, and building routines that are realistic enough to last beyond one perfect week. Because consistency isn't about doing everything perfectly, it's about staying grounded in the habits that matter most.
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
(1:11) Tip #1
(1:48) Tip #2
(2:52) Tip #3
(3:43) Tip #4
(4:09) Tip #5
(4:49) The key takeaway
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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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Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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Today's episode is a fun, lighthearted Q&A with Sue and Alex—covering a mix of personal and fitness-related questions, with a heavier focus on the personal side of things.
From favorite restaurants and thoughts on fad diets to funny stories about their relationship and how it all started, this episode is a more relaxed conversation that lets you get to know them beyond coaching and content. If you’ve been wanting a behind-the-scenes look at their personalities, relationship, and everyday life, this episode is for you.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(0:33) What is the fad diet we *hate* right now?
(5:17) What are our favorite restaurants in Columbus?
(10:09) What are our favorite date nights in Columbus?
(12:02) Banana bread, anyone?
(12:33) What made us fall for one another?
(17:07) How did we meet?
(36:26) Do we work with clients who are breastfeeding?
(37:34) IF we could only pick one... Packers or Wildcats?
(42:25) Thanks for listening!
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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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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In this episode, Coach Mia opens up about her decision to put a pause on competing and what it looks like to be honest with yourself when a goal no longer fits your life the way it once did.
She shares the mindset behind stepping back, navigating identity shifts, and recognizing that growth sometimes means reevaluating what's currently serving you.
Because sometimes real growth comes from recognizing that what once aligned with your life and goals may no longer align in the same way.
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:
Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson
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Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast
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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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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In today's episode, Alex answers a question he's received several times recently on mentorship calls: What's the difference between progesterone and progestins?
These two are often talked about as if they're interchangeable, or as though progestins are a perfect mimic of progesterone, but that's far from the full picture.
He breaks down what progesterone and progestins actually are, how they differ physiologically, and the unique effects each can have on the body.
This episode is designed to bring clarity to a conversation that's often oversimplified, helping you better understand the nuance behind hormones and hormone-related interventions.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(0:52) What is progesterone?
(2:00) How progesterone interacts with the body
(2:03) a) Brain
(2:39) b) Sleep
(3:34) c) Metabolism
(3:54) d) Inflammation
(4:20) e) Breast tissue
(4:56) f) Bones
(5:17) What are progestins?
(7:07) Common progestins you may encounter
(8:02) How progestins interact differently with the body
(8:05) a) Brain
(8:34) b) Sleep
(8:47) c) Metabolism
(9:18) So what does this mean about birth control?
(10:22) An alternate solution
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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Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
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If you keep "starting over," it's not because you lack discipline—it's because your plan doesn't account for real life.
In this episode, Coach Brittany introduces a simple system to keep you moving forward every day. Because not every day will be your best, and your capacity will change.
She breaks down how to build contingency plans that match what you have to give, so you can stay consistent even on your busiest days. Instead of all-or-nothing thinking, you'll learn how to choose the level of effort that still supports your goals.
Because progress doesn't come from perfect days, it comes from showing up in a way that works for that day.
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:
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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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
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In this episode, Sue breaks down the most common things women say on calls... Right before they decide to stay stuck. And these aren't lazy people. These are women who are already putting in effort, who care, and who want results.
She goes deeper into what actually lies underneath phrases like, "I just need to get back on track" or "I'll do better next week." Because those thoughts aren't a plan, they're a loop. One that keeps you restarting instead of building real momentum.
This episode challenges what those patterns are really costing you and why the issue isn't readiness or discipline; it's the lack of a system that supports consistency.
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 wherever you're listening if you loved this episode!
Timestamps:
(0:00) Today's topic
(1:45) Statement #1
(5:30) Statement #2
(14:32) Statement #3
(18:56) Statement #4
(23:02) Statement #5
(27:02) Key takeaways
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:
Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__
Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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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
In a fat loss phase, most people assume they’re going to feel weaker—so they stop pushing their training altogether. In this episode, Coach Charlotte breaks down why that mindset can actually work against your results. When you’re dieting, your body needs a clear reason to hold on to muscle, and that comes from continuing to train with intent and effort.
She explains how avoiding intensity and staying too far from failure can lead to more muscle loss, not less. Because in a fat loss phase, your goal isn’t just to lose weight—it’s to give your body a reason to keep the muscle you’ve worked for.
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
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]
© 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.
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