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PREP COACH PODCAST
by Prep Coach Podcast
Giving you the Best Knowledge and Tools that you can Practically Apply to become a better Competitor and Coach 🏆🎙Hosted by Michael Trimboli, Scott Morrell, & Michael Galante.#prepcoachpodcast
Episodes
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NBA NATIONALS RECAP | AMATEUR TO PRO WINS | STANDOUT PHYSIQUES & POSING | EP#192
The boys recap a huge weekend at the NBA Nationals & Pro Show in Melbourne, breaking down the standout physiques, close battles and memorable moments across both days. From amateur overall winners stepping straight into the Pro lineups and winning again, to incredible posing routines and the...
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GLP-1 IN NATURAL BODYBUILDING | SPORTS MODEL CRITERIA | ARE ENERGY DRINKS BAD | EP#191
With Nationals just days away, the boys get into PED and GLP-1 use in natural bodybuilding, what actually separates Sports Model from Bikini and Fitness, and how new competitors should choose between natural federations. They also discuss how parenting has changed their approach to coaching…
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OLYMPIA RECAP | ATHLETE POTENTIAL & PLACINGS | COACHING SCOPE | BODY FAT % | EP#190
After recapping Perth and Wayne’s latest win, the boys break down the Olympia before getting into athlete potential, disappointing placings, coaching scope, and whether extremely low body-fat levels are actually sustainable for female athletes. We cover: ✅ Perth State Show recap and Wayne’s…
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COACHING CHANGES | JUDGING FEEDBACK | PREP CARDIO | BINGE EATING IN PREP | EP#189
After another huge weekend in Sydney, the boys recap the show before getting into some important coaching and contest-prep conversations. This episode covers when to change coaches, interpreting judging feedback around conditioning and fullness, setting cardio intensity during prep, dealing with...
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PEAK WEEK WATER & SODIUM | DOMS & MUSCLE GROWTH | OFF-SEASON CARDIO | EP#188
This week the boys dive into some of the finer details of peak week, including how water and sodium should be managed as carbohydrates increase, why aggressively cutting either can actually make your look worse, and the small adjustments that matter on show day. They also break down whether DOMS...
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BIKINI VS FITNESS | COACHING STANDARDS | HOW TO START TRACKING FOOD | EP#187
The boys are finally back together after a month of travel and jump straight into another huge bodybuilding season. After recapping the opening State Shows and some standout athlete performances, the discussion moves into female division criteria, whether Bikini and Fitness are becoming more...
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READY EARLY OR DIET TO THE END | COACHING STANDARDS | MID-YEAR SEASON SUCCESS | EP#186
This week the boys recap another huge weekend of natural bodybuilding, celebrate the continued growth of Season B, and answer listener questions on coaching quality, contest prep strategy, natural bodybuilding rules, and what athletes should expect from their coach. We cover: ✅ Scotty's birthday...
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FEMALE HORMONE HEALTH | BLOOD WORK | TRAINING VOLUME & RECOVERY | EP#185
This week the boys recap another fantastic weekend of natural bodybuilding before diving into one of the biggest coaching topics in the industry. From female hormone health and interpreting blood work to managing prep through perimenopause, recovery, and training volume, this episode is packed…
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COACHING STANDARDS | PREP TIMELINES | FASTED CARDIO | SIDE STAGE ENERGY | EP#184
Back for another episode, the boys open with a quick catch-up from the weekend show before getting straight into bigger coaching conversations around industry standards, prep timelines, cardio, and the small decisions that can make a big difference across a season. This one moves from winter show...
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NATURAL SHOW STANDARDS | ANTI-INFLAMMS | BALI SHOW PREP | POSING WORKSHOPS | EP#183
The boys are back and straight into bodybuilding chat, opening with training in freezing Melbourne conditions before moving into injury recovery, natural show standards, and practical competitor advice. From Chloe’s return after a long battle with nerve pain, to a detailed breakdown of the...
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PRE PREP PHASES | COACHES THAT DON’T COMPETE | IMMUNE SUPPS | NPC NATURALS | EP#182
After a successful weekend in Adelaide for the IFBB Natural show, the boys recap a huge day of results, standout physiques, and why certain athletes were strategically placed in this season’s lineup. From Scotty’s own condition and stage presence, to Rebecca’s strong result ahead of Season C…
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GLUTE TIE-INS | ELITE GYM REVEAL | BIKINI TRENDS | MOTIVATION VS HABIT | EP#181
MG is back on the pod after being sick, and while he shuts down the “12 weeks out” rumours, the boys get stuck into a really good mix of training philosophy, gym culture, mindset and judging trends. They chat through the mobility and isometric work MG’s been using to stay strong without breaking...
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FINAL 4 WEEKS OF PREP | JUNK VOLUME | IMPROVEMENT SEASON BODY FAT | EP#180
With MG joining remotely, this Q&A episode dives straight into bodybuilding topics — covering the final stretch of contest prep, how to think about total training volume, what actually counts as “junk” sets, and how coaches assess body fat gain through the improvement season. The boys also touch…
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LEANEST VS BEST | GYM OWNERSHIP | POST-COMP BLOODWORK | RESPECTED COACHES | EP#179
This episode starts light with Monster flavours, rap recommendations and the usual banter, then quickly shifts into a really good discussion around what actually matters in bodybuilding beyond just looking shredded. The boys unpack whether the leanest athlete is always the best athlete, why…
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POST-COMP FOOD NOISE | CARB TIMING | INSULIN SENSITIVITY | BODYBUILDING TRENDS | EP#178
This episode quickly moves into a strong bodybuilding discussion, with reflections on the recent season, standout athletes and divisions, and how natural bodybuilding continues to evolve. The boys unpack the rising standard across categories like bikini and classic physique, discuss carb timing…
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PEAK WEEK ADJUSTMENTS & CARB LOADS | FIRST SHOW WINS | FIT MODEL FEEDBACK | EP#177
The boys open with some light family chat before shifting into show season mode and breaking down what’s happening behind the scenes with their current athletes. This episode leans heavily into the difference between categories, how peak week decisions are made, and why the right look is often…
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COACH PEAK WEEK LESSONS | INJURY SCARES | SHOW DAY EXECUTION | FIRST SHOW FEEDBACK | EP#176
Kicking off with a funny chat about Normie, the boys then move into two very different rehab stories — Normie’s huge progress after bilateral hip replacements, and MT dealing with a frustrating lower back and nerve-related injury after a simple misstep in the garden. From there, the episode…
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COACHING RED FLAGS & STANDARDS | MENTORSHIP | DECIPHERING GOOD VS BAD ADVICE | EP#175
With Scotty back on the couch, this episode opens with reflections on time away, Easter, and the kind of support, presence and consistency that good people bring into your life. From there, the conversation shifts into coaching standards, the warning signs athletes shouldn’t ignore, and why so…
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COACHING STANDARDS, CHECK-INS & AI | WHAT ATHLETES SHOULD EXPECT FROM A COACH | EP#174
Back in MG’s gym without Scotty again, this episode turns into a deeper chat around coaching standards, client service, and what athletes should actually expect when they hire a coach. The boys unpack everything from first inquiries and onboarding to weekly check-ins, form feedback, peak week...
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CAREER CHANGE INTO COACHING | WORK STRESS, PURPOSE & CALCULATED RISKS | EP#173
This week’s episode leans heavily into work stress, career direction, and what it actually takes to make a meaningful change when your current job no longer fits who you are. The boys unpack how people can manage work stress more effectively, how to stop feeding negativity around work, and why...
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GAME SHOW AUDITION | HIGH/LOW DAYS | COACH SWITCHING | CUTS & CARDIO | EP#172
This week the boys kick things off with MG’s surprise update — he’s through to filming for a game show after making it through the final audition round. From there, the episode rolls into practical bodybuilding talk on high and low days, how long an off-season cut should last, switching coaches…
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CREATINE, SLEEP ROUTINES & TRACKING ACCURACY | BIGGEST PREP FOOD MISTAKES | EP#171
Back at home base after Bali, the boys recap the trip, recovery sessions, getting sick on the way home, and why the retreat seems to have reignited the fire for training. From post-Bali momentum and better routines to comparison in the improvement season, supplement basics, sleep structure and…
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BALI RETREAT LIVE | TMG ORIGINS | COMPARISON, COACHING & COMPETING AGAIN | EP#170
Live from Bali with the retreat crew in the room, this one is part chaos, part community, part coaching deep-dive. Between giraffes, jelly beans and Waterbom stories, the boys reflect on how far the podcast has come, answer questions from the live audience, and dig into comparison, sickness,...
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ANXIETY, PREP RED FLAGS & BEING SELFISH | MENTAL HEALTH & RELATIONSHIP STRESS | EP#169
Kicking off our last episode before the Bali retreat, the boys go way deeper than macros and step counts. MG shares a big health win after years of battling haemochromatosis and scary blood markers, then opens up about panic attacks, anxiety, medication, and how all of this ties into…
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OTHER PODCASTS | BROKEN SLEEP | TRACKING FATIGUE | EXERCISE LOVE OR HATE | EP#168
MG’s limping into this one with a monster quad corky, but the boys still dive deep into the realities behind long-term bodybuilding life. From parents grinding through prep on broken sleep, to athletes mentally cooked from years of tracking, to figuring out whether you genuinely don’t suit an...
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20G CREATINE & L-THEANINE | SMART PRE-WORKOUTS | QUAD-BIASED BELT SQUATS & RDLS | EP#167
MG is back and finally breaks down his 20g creatine experiment, how he fixed his gut tolerance, and why his focus and calm have levelled up. Scotty unpacks the science, we pull apart what actually matters in a pre-workout, and finish with practical cues to make your belt squats and RDLs hit the...
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TRAINING WITH INTENT | STABILITY EXERCISES | WASTED EFFORT & HABITS | 2026 PREP DECISIONS | EP#166
Kicking off Episode 2 of 2026 with MG out this week, the boys dive straight into your questions on what really drives progress when training and nutrition are already on point. This one’s all about the “in between” — sleep, psychology, balance work, exercise selection, and how to decide if you...
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FIRST PODDY OF 2026 | LONG-TERM PREP PLANNING | PRE-PREP PHASES & SLEEP GAINS | EP#165
We’re back for the first poddy of 2026 — a little rusty on the mics, fully caffeinated, and straight into injuries updates, holidays, house projects and what last year actually taught us about building elite physiques. This one sets the tone for the year ahead: clearer planning, smarter habits…
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MACHINES VS FREE WEIGHTS | FORM FIXES, VARIATION & ORDER | LAST PODDY OF 2025 | EP#164
Last poddy of the year. We wrap 2025 by talking shop: when machines beat free weights, how much variation you actually need, why exercise order matters less than people think, and the most misperformed lifts we keep fixing on check-ins. We cover: ✅ Machines vs free weights — glute drive, hacks,...
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LAT GAINS, CLUSTER SETS & MINI CUT RULES | TRAINING Q&A DEEP DIVE | EP#163
MG is back on deck and the boys dive straight into a big training Q&A: when to actually change exercises, how to get more out of your lats, where cluster sets belong, what “normal” strength loss in prep looks like, and the simplest way to know if you’re ready for a mini cut in the off-season. We...
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VOTED TOP 3 BODYBUILDING PODDY IN WORLD | MG’S BABY NEWS | LAT TRAINING | INTENSITY SETS | EP#162
This week we celebrate the Prep Coach Podcast being voted in the top three bodybuilding podcasts internationally, catch up with MG on his first proper family holiday since Talia was born, and share the news of baby girl number two. Then we get straight into back training, cluster sets, partial...
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UNDERRATED EXERCISES | HOW HARD TO TRAIN | MACHINES VS BARBELL | SMART PROGRAM DESIGN | EP#161
This week we go full training-nerd. After energy drinks, fairy gardens and a 4:30am hamstring cramp, we dive into what actually matters: underrated movements, true intensity, smarter tempo work, and when machines beat barbells for muscle and joint health. We cover: ✅ Overrated vs underrated lifts…
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POST-SHOW MISTAKES | REVERSE DONE RIGHT | TRAINING & MINDSET RESET | EP#160
This week’s episode breaks down everything athletes get wrong after show day — and how to fix it. The first eight weeks post-comp are the make-or-break window that determine whether you rebound with control or lose progress fast. We dive deep into recovery structure, calorie increases, mindset...
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CREATING MEN’S FITNESS | REDEFINING TESTING | COACHING WISDOM & RECOVERY INSIGHTS | EP#159
This week’s episode dives deep into two of the biggest NBA evolutions — the creation of Men’s Fitness and the introduction of ocular drug testing. We unpack how both changes reshaped pathways, standards, and integrity within natural bodybuilding. Then, we tackle your coaching questions: knowing...
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CHINA & BALI RECAP | HOW WE ELEVATED NBA | SHORT VS LONG COMP PREP | EP#158
Back after an incredible international stretch — judging in China and running the Bali Pro/AM — world-class athletes from across Asia and Australia raising the bar. We reflect on what made both events so special and look back on how far NBA has come since the three of us came on board and built…
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NBA RECORD NATIONALS RECAP | NBA BEST CULTURE | BALI & CHINA NEXT | EP#157
Back after a record-breaking Nationals weekend where the NBA culture—built on respect, teamwork, and athlete-first values—shone brighter than ever. With over 200 competitors, an electric crowd, and MG battling a fever and swollen eye mid-show, the crew held strong and delivered the smoothest…
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RECORD WA TURNOUT | RECORD-BREAKING NATIONALS AHEAD | CREATINE FOR BRAIN & BONE | EP#156
Back in MG’s gym for a deep dive into the biggest WA show to date, how Nationals is shaping up to be a record-breaking, potentially the biggest bodybuilding show in Australia this year, and the truth behind creatine’s underrated benefits. From show logistics to athlete mindset and supplement...
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CARB UP FILLIN & CHILLIN | 2-DAY PEAK FITNESS TO FIGURE | REVERSE PHASE WINS | BIGGEST WA SHOW | EP#155
Straight into peaking strategies: how to peak across two days without spilling, how to reset the look post-stage, and how to turn momentum into real off-season gains, plus why NBA’s running order keeps you peaking on time, then revealing that WA will be our biggest lineup there yet. We cover: ✅...
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COCONUT WATER PROTOCOL | SOLD-OUT SHOW | ATHLETE-FIRST BACKSTAGE | JUDGES USING FLAT & FULL | EP#154
A lighthearted chat about post-show coconut water quickly turns into one of the most passionate recaps yet. From Kelly’s thoughtful custom tees to a packed-out venue that forced us to pause and reseat mid-show, this weekend felt like the clearest proof of what athlete-first bodybuilding can look...
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FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES | 900+ THROUGH THE DOORS | MC MAGIC & DJ NORMY | PEAK-WEEK 101 | EP#153
Queensland delivered a first-of-its-kind Friday night bikini show that packed the venue wall-to-wall, set a new benchmark for atmosphere, and reminded us why we do this. Beyond the hype, we go deep on peak-week strategy — breaking down when to front-load vs back-load carbs, how to manage…
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BACK FROM EUROPE | STEP BY STEP PEAKING 24HRS OUT | BIGGEST GOLD COAST SHOW | TAS/SA RECAP | EP#152
Fresh off MT’s Croatian wedding and a crew reunion in Dubrovnik/Hvar, we’re back on the mics and straight into Season C. We swap travel stories then hit show talk: Tasmania & Adelaide recaps, a huge Gold Coast doubleheader incoming, production upgrades locked, and a clear, practical walkthrough…
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IFBB NATTY WINS | NBA WINTER NATS COUNTDOWN & INTERNATIONAL PHYSIQUE TALENT | FIFO WORKERS | EP#151
MG tells us about another medical mishap, then we reveal what happend on MT's bucks party—Mustang test drive, sim golf, indoor karts and Cremosito's. In this episode we run through Narelle’s IFBB Natty Masters win and Open runner‑up, we preview a strong NBA Winter Nationals lineup with...
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TRIPLE M RADIO STAR COMPETES | TEE ORDERS EXPLODE | BALI RETREAT NEARLY BOOKED | EP#150
From radio studio to the stage, Triple M’s Jack joins the Sydney Winter show in a surprise challenge — and we gave him the full bodybuilding experience. MG shares his recovery update, the team celebrates the insane demand for the Prep Coach tees, and we break down why the March 2026 Retreat is...
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APPENDIX EMERGENCY | RETREAT REFLECTION | SEASON B LAUNCH | SHOW RECAP | OFFSEASON STRATEGY | EP#149
We’re back in Scotty’s gym after a wild few weeks — no episode last week because MG was in surgery having his appendix removed just hours before we were due to fly to the Gold Coast show. In this raw and reflective episode, we cover everything from MG’s near-miss medical emergency to the historic...
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TMG BALI RETREAT EDITION | LIVE Q&A | OZEMPIC IN NATURAL BB | POST-COMP RECOVERY | Ep#148
We’re coming to you live from Bali with the full crew and a retreat room full of athletes. This episode blends behind-the-scenes insights, crowd questions, coaching truths, and a deep dive into the controversial use of semaglutide (Ozempic) in natural bodybuilding. Scotty recaps his European...
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TMG Chats | NEW MERCH DROP | RATE MY PHYSIQUE RETURNS | POSING FIXES | COACHING TRUTHS | Ep#147
MG and MT kick things off with a surprise — Prep Coach Podcast oversized gym tees are officially dropping. Oversized. All black. No nonsense. Then it’s time to rate two athlete physiques — one preparing for her first NBA season in 2026, the other already a multi-federation pro. We break down...
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TMG Chats | RATE MY PHYSIQUE LAUNCH | POSING TWEAKS | GLUTE GAINS | SMART TRAINING Q&A | Ep#146
MG and MT crack open the laptop to debut our listener-powered “Rate My Physique” segment and dive into a rapid-fire Q&A packed with practical coaching gold. From balancing quad-heavy physiques to meal-timing on long-haul flights, this ep is loaded with actionable fixes, laughs, and cues you can…
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TMG Chats | OFF-SEASON REAL TALK | REVERSE STRATEGIES | COACHING WINS | DENSE PHSYIQUES | Ep#145
With Scotty still in Europe, MG and MT dive into a wide-ranging Q&A episode tackling some of the most asked questions from athletes in the post-season phase and beyond. From reverse dieting across Italy and Greece, to what defines a “dense” physique, to how to prep smart for Season C26 — this ep…
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COACHING INSIGHTS | MEAL PLANS, MINDSET, TRAINING & GROWTH | Q&A DEEP DIVE & REAL TALK | EP#144
With Scotty living it up in Greece, MG and MT take the reins and kick off with laughs, big announcements, and a deep coaching Q&A session stacked with insights and real talk. We cover: ✅ MG announces Kole as 50% partner in Optimum — celebrating 8 years of growth, evolution, and the team’s future…
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TMG Chats | NBA NATIONALS RECAP | PRO CARDS & PLACINGS | EMOTIONAL HIGHS | CAMARADERIE | Ep#143
Scotty’s off conquering Europe, so MG and MT are holding it down with a full debrief of the NBA Nationals in Sydney — and what a finale it was. From delayed flights and cramp-filled nights to unforgettable stage moments, emotional interviews, and the most stacked lineups we’ve seen, this episode...
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