EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 54 MIN
DIALED EP 3 | PEAK WEEK DEEP DIVE
from THE DIALED SHOW · host Nick McElhinny, Anthony Berretta
The conversation covers post-competition reflection, competition experience and results, reflection on previous show placements, off-season focus on back development, posing improvement and routine, posing practice and cardio, importance of posing and practice, mental preparation for show day, mental state in peak week, bodybuilding motivation and purpose, influence of surroundings and community, and supporting growth and vision. The conversation delves into the intricacies of peak week preparation for bodybuilding competitions, covering topics such as understanding peak week, the impact of cortisol, peak week preparation and travel, carb loading strategies, tanning and suit selection, pump-up practice and mental preparation, and closing thoughts and reflections.TakeawaysPost-competition reflection is crucial for growth and improvement.Surrounding oneself with supportive and growth-oriented individuals is essential for personal development. Peak week is a critical phase in bodybuilding competition preparation.Understanding the impact of cortisol and managing stress is crucial during peak week.Chapters00:00 Post-Competition Reflection05:22 Posing Improvement and Routine16:29 Mental State in Peak Week21:40 Bodybuilding Motivation and Purpose30:05 Understanding Peak Week35:16 The Impact of Cortisol45:16 Carb Loading Strategies53:28 Pump-Up Practice and Mental Preparation
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The conversation covers post-competition reflection, competition experience and results, reflection on previous show placements, off-season focus on back development, posing improvement and routine, posing practice and cardio, importance of posing and practice, mental preparation for show day, mental state in peak week, bodybuilding motivation and purpose, influence of surroundings and community, and supporting growth and vision. The conversation delves into the intricacies of peak week preparation for bodybuilding competitions, covering topics such as understanding peak week, the impact of cortisol, peak week preparation and travel, carb loading strategies, tanning and suit selection, pump-up practice and mental preparation, and closing thoughts and reflections.TakeawaysPost-competition reflection is crucial for growth and improvement.Surrounding oneself with supportive and growth-oriented individuals is essential for personal development. Peak week is a critical phase in bodybuilding competition preparation.Understanding the impact of cortisol and managing stress is crucial during peak week.Chapters00:00 Post-Competition Reflection05:22 Posing Improvement and Routine16:29 Mental State in Peak Week21:40 Bodybuilding Motivation and Purpose30:05 Understanding Peak Week35:16 The Impact of Cortisol45:16 Carb Loading Strategies53:28 Pump-Up Practice and Mental Preparation
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