Bodybuilding Down Under
Welcome to The Bodybuilding Down Under Podcast! Each episode you will be joined by your hosts Jack Radford-Smith, Daniel Chapelle, Lawrence Grieve and Daniel Yates, all passionate bodybuilders who are engrossed within the bodybuilding community here in Australia. Tune into the podcast for insight into the bodybuilding lifestyle, including everyone’s journeys on and off the stage, regular Q&A’s, guest interviews and of course some banter along the way. We all hope you enjoy! Instagram Handles: Jack: https://www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/ Daniel C: https://www.instagram.com/daniel.chapelle/ Lawrence: https://www.instagram.com/general.muscle/ Daniel Y: https://www.instagram.com/dy.fit/
Episodes
Welcome to episode 182 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we’re switching gears and diving into the nutrition side of bodybuilding, the little habits, tweaks, and lessons we’ve picked up over the years that can make a big difference to your performance, recovery, and overall progress.
We chat through how we approach each meal of the day, from breakfast and peri-workout nutrition to dinner and pre-bed meals, sharing ...
Welcome to episode 181 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we’re back with a classic Q&A, it’s been a while since we’ve done one of these! We cover topics like the most transformative training phases of our careers, what made those periods so effective, and the key habits that separate a good improvement season from a great one.
From coaching, accountability, and nutrition, to tracking, mindset, and managing burn...
Welcome to episode 180 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week we’re catching up after a huge run of back-to-back shows and chatting about how we are navigating training, nutrition, and recovery post-season.
We dive into post-show strategies, setting goals for the next phase, and how to approach the off-season without losing momentum.
Then we wrap up with a full season recap, standout physiques, epic battles across every ...
Welcome to episode 179 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week we’re fresh off the NBA Nationals and joined by judge Joey Cantlin to chat through all the action. We share our thoughts on how the weekend ran, standout physiques, and what went down across divisions.
We also get into the details of some of the key battles, who impressed us most, and how different athletes have improved throughout the season.
Then, to wrap th...
Welcome to episode 178 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week, we’re keeping things practical with a training-focused chat on the small cues and adjustments that can make a big difference in the gym.
From delts and chest to back, legs, and abs, we go through what’s worked for us over the years, how to improve mind–muscle connection, control each rep, and get more out of your training without overcomplicating things.
We a...
Welcome to episode 177 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we dive into a fresh round of listener Q&As, kicking things off with what a BDU bodybuilding show would look like. From divisions and categories to what makes a fair competition, we share our ideal lineups and how we would keep things streamlined and athlete-focused.
From there, we discuss whether you’re truly “training hard enough” if you’re not picking...
Welcome to episode 176 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast! This week we dive into one of the most important (and often overlooked) phases of the sport: post-show recovery.
We kick things off by discussing how we approach weight gain after a show, why the rate of increase matters for health, performance, and long-term physique outcomes, and how we personally manage step counts, cardio, and food intake to find a sustainable level...
Welcome to episode 175 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
The team has reunited and in this weeks episode we are diving into a mix of show recaps, post-comp insights, and what’s next for the season.
We kick things off by unpacking DY’s final show of the season including his experience competing at FMG Worlds, the decision to wrap up his prep there, and the extreme push required to bring his best-ever package to the stage.
From...
In this week’s episode of Bodybuilding Down Under, the team dives into a mix of practical strategies and big-picture conversations for bodybuilders.
We kick things off with a recap of the recent WNBF Australia Melbourne show, sharing highlights from the weekend and looking ahead to the stacked Brisbane lineup.
From there, the discussion moves to post-show recovery, covering the psychological and physiological challenges of regainin...
In this week’s episode of Bodybuilding Down Under, the team dives into some of the most practical and evidence-based questions in bodybuilding, covering everything from nutrition timing in mini-cuts to the finer details of peak week and show day execution.
We start by discussing meal timing in mini-cuts: does it really matter when you’re in a steep calorie deficit? Jack, Lawrence, and DY unpack the science around protein distributi...
Welcome to episode 172 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
In this episode, we take a step back and reflect on our personal evolution within the sport, how we’ve levelled up across training, nutrition, and the way we live our lives around bodybuilding.
We explore how our perspectives, habits, and systems have changed over time, and what’s allowed us to continue progressing, physically, mentally, and professionally. From how we ...
Welcome to episode 171 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we dig into a range of nuanced questions around training performance, supplementation, show-day preparation, and the mindset required to operate at the pro level in natural bodybuilding.
Here’s what we cover:
🔹 Structuring peri-workout nutrition – Timing, composition, and how to individualise 🔹 Best backstage pump-up strategy – Dumbbells vs bands, timing, a...
Welcome to episode 170 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week’s episode is a mix of light-hearted hypotheticals and deeper discussion as we catch up and explore topics that bridge training, mindset, and lifestyle.
Here’s what we cover:
🔹 Best gym equipment brand for a home gym – If you had to choose only one 🔹 Where we’d prep if we could go anywhere in the world 🔹 How to peak arousal for top sets – Mindset, routine, a...
Welcome to episode 169 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
In this week’s episode, we wrap up DC’s 2024 competition season, including a full recap of his final showing in Malaysia. We break down his feedback, lessons learned, and give you a sneak peek at post-show plans and what’s in store for next season.
We also dive into some of the most important (and often overlooked) topics in bodybuilding:
🔹 What separates amateurs from...
Welcome to episode 168 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we’re joined once again by DC, who’s been on an international journey as he competes across Asia during his 2024 season. Fresh off the NPC Natural Taiwan show and just days out from stepping on stage at WNBF Malaysia, DC shares his experience balancing peak week, travel, and prep all while abroad.
We dive into:
🔹 DC’s recent show results and feedback 🔹 The ...
Welcome to episode 167 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week’s episode is a mixed bag of insight, opinion, and laughs as we answer your listener-submitted questions, ranging from the weirdly specific to the surprisingly deep.
Here’s what we cover:
🔹 Protein powder in oats – Before or after cooking? Our go-to prep-friendly combos 🔹 Signature gym fits – What is our go-to apparel of choice? 🔹 If you could legalise one b...
Welcome to episode 166 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
In this week’s episode, we kick things off with a full review of the recent IFBB Natural show in New South Wales, running through the standout winners, class results, critiques, and overall impressions of how the event unfolded. We also share our thoughts on the future of the IFBB Natural scene and what competitors and fans can expect in the years ahead.
Building on las...
Welcome to episode 165 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
This week, we dive deep into one of the most anticipated (and often misunderstood) parts of comp prep: peak week.
Whether you’re heading into your first show or refining your protocol as a seasoned competitor, this episode is packed with practical insight, real-world experience, and the small details that make a big difference when stage day arrives.
Here’s what we cove...
Welcome to episode 164 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
In this week’s episode, we tackle a range of questions from listeners covering the mental and physical challenges of competing, recovering, and growing in the sport of bodybuilding.
Here’s what we discuss:
🔹 Prepping twice in one year – Is it worth it, and how does the second prep feel physically and mentally? 🔹 Post-comp food obsession – What to do when your brain wo...
Welcome to episode 163 of the Bodybuilding Down Under podcast!
In this episode, we start with a brief follow-up on GLP-1 agonists before diving into a larger discussion around emerging muscle-building pharmaceuticals such as Trevogrumab and Garetosmab. We explore how these new compounds differ from traditional anabolic steroids and SARMs, and what their development could mean for the future of natural bodybuilding.
We also introduc...
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