Ep 86 3 Decades Of Natural Bodybuilder Wisdom w/ Brad Loomis

This week on the podcast I spoke with my first bodybuilding coach, Brad Loomis of Team 3DMJ. Brad has competed in natural bodybuilding since 2003 from when it was practically unknown to where it is today as a masters competitor. He is a wealth of knowledge, experience & passion for the sport - this is an episode that will surely light the fire in you to keep lifting through the ages.Chapters00:00 Journey into Bodybuilding02:39 Natural vs. Untested Bodybuilding06:34 First Bodybuilding Prep Experience10:22 Evolution of Training and Nutrition16:20 Powerlifting and Bodybuilding Duality21:16 Injuries and Mindset in Bodybuilding27:05 Triage and Training Adjustments29:00 Mindset and Motivation in Training30:56 Exposure Therapy for Injury Recovery33:58 Load Management and Training Frequency36:58 Navigating Scoliosis in Training40:53 Quality Over Quantity in Repetitions43:57 The Evolution of Training Philosophy47:53 Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting Perspectives52:02 The Liberation of Bodybuilding Training58:41 Exploring Periodization in Training01:01:54 Shifts in Training Philosophy01:05:29 The Importance of Nutrition01:08:40 The Shift from Macros to Whole Foods01:12:50 The Role of Micronutrients01:14:10 Future Plans and Competitive SpiritWhere to find Brad:Website: https://www.3dmusclejourney.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3dmjcoachTo keep up with my progress, subscribe & follow me at the links below:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/sstorey94⁠⁠Youtube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0hhttps://v0-fatlossguide.vercel.app/J3U Discount Code: SHANE5https://j3university.com/