In this conversation, Steve Hall and Michael Challis discuss various aspects of bodybuilding, including the importance of individual fitness journeys, the role of coaches, and the competitive landscape in Australia. They delve into strategies for peaking before competitions, the significance of blood work, and effective warm-up techniques. The duo emphasizes the balance between training and life, the management of step goals during prep, and the need for sustainable mesocycles. Throughout the discussion, they highlight the importance of personalizing approaches to fitness and the mutual enhancement of health and performance. Chapters 00:00 Mike's Accident and Recovery Journey 06:11 Mental Resilience and Coping Strategies 11:58 Training Adjustments and Recovery Plans 17:59 Updates on Personal and Professional Life 29:33 The Natty Debate: Unpacking Fitness Authenticity 34:40 Genetics vs. Hard Work: The Bodybuilding Paradox 39:40 Finding Joy in the Journey: Embracing Personal Growth 44:00 Balancing Health and Performance in Bodybuilding 56:08 Peaking Strategies: Preparing for Competition Success 58:57 Navigating the Perma-Peak Phase 01:02:21 The Art of Peak Week Strategies 01:04:34 Learning from Competition Experiences 01:05:59 Addressing Common Training Concerns 01:07:35 Frequency vs. Volume in Training 01:10:58 Balancing Training and Life 01:14:10 Optimizing Warm-Up Routines 01:17:25 Managing Step Goals During Prep 01:20:10 Extending Mesocycles for Better Recovery Join the hypertrophic time chamber to ask questions: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbazLhBRouBrMkCq/ Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ MEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • US: https://www.raskolapparel.com • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ • Canada: https://raskolapparel.ca/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://www.massmember.com/a/2147994108/MxeV4T3M JPS Mentorship • https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/offers/ab2q2QSo/checkout Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1uk0lvv6e1rqv __________________________________________________________________ When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form: https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices