E. 24 Alex Bush: How To Optimize Your Training and Contest Prep

Welcome back to the Self-Selecting Podcast! In Episode 24, we sit down with the incredible Alex Bush, a highly respected figure in the fitness industry. Alex shares his journey from starting in college to becoming a top coach, discussing the evolution of female bodybuilding and the nuances of training and contest prep. In this episode, we cover: - The evolution of female bodybuilding - Strategies for effective glute training - Managing volume and exercise selection- Addressing left -right glute imbalances - Using metrics to track progress and hypertrophy - Setting realistic expectations for natural athletes Timestamps: - [00:00] - Introduction and welcome to Episode 24 - [01:01] - Alex’s background and journey in fitness - [04:13] - Evolution of female bodybuilding and changes in the bikini division - [06:15] - Specificity in glute training and feedback from judges - [08:05] - Dynamic range and projection in glute development - [10:19] - Diagnosing glute training issues and mind-muscle connection - [11:02] - Importance of foot positioning in glute training - [12:11] - Drills for improving glute engagement - [13:45] - Importance of a neutral stance and forefoot pressure - [15:22] - Addressing volume and execution in training - [18:42] - Common complaints and troubleshooting glute training - [20:38] - Athlete responsibility and communication with coaches - [22:47] - Avoiding excessive deficits and PED reliance in contest prep - [25:20] - Understanding the role of PEDs and timeline planning - [27:11] - Misconceptions about anabolic steroids and contest prep - [29:16] - Decision-making in muscle building and fat loss - [32:17] - Risks of using Anavar and client experiences - [34:01] - Planning for a season and long-term implications of drug use - [36:28] - Importance of restoring hormonal health post-prep - [39:55] - Enhancing hormonal regulation and growth - [41:14] - Long-term planning for muscle building - [42:26] - Misuse of diuretics and SARMs in contest prep - [45:23] - Myths about SARMs in contest prep - [47:09] - Final thoughts on effective contest prep https://coryfit.com/ Coaching: Let's Chat⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min Consults: Book a Call⁠ https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation For more content, follow along: ⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/ Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink