In episode 252 of The Drop Set, I delve into the nuanced concept of stage readiness, exploring the subjective nature of preparation for competition. We examine the importance of early competition as a

0:00 Intro 0:40 Getting Started 3:47 Supplements: Worth It or Waste It? 26:49 Adapting to Sickness, Missing Gym Time 43:05 What Actually Happens on Show Day? In the opening segment of Episod

Welcome to episode TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY! In the first segment, I dive deep into strategies for busting through growth plateaus in bodybuilding. First, I emphasize the importance of consistency and de

In this episode, we dig in on the finer points of having a successful cut, whether its for a contest or just a personal transformation. The final point I make here is possibly the most important: rem

In episode 248 of The Drop Set, I delve into the intricate journey to becoming a professional bodybuilder in the USA, breaking down the processes of various amateur organizations like NPC, OCB, INBA,

(3:15) In this episode of The Drop Set podcast, I cant help but unravel the aftermath of the Arnold Classic with a heavy dose of frustration. I find myself questioning the shows BEYOND curious choic

Ive had a lot of coaches myself over the past 20 years and Ive spent the last 15 years being a coach myself, so Ive seen every argument there is on the topic of meal plans vs. macro plans. Lets pu

Episode 245 marks the PERMANENT return of The Drop Set to YouTube so if video is your thing, check it out there as well going forward. All episodes will be geared towards an audio only format so li

One of the absolute most common questions I get is when will I be ready for a show, or Im 14 weeks out, will I be ready? or some variation on the theme. My usual answer is well, its complicate

Hey Darin, can you be rambling and borderline incoherent for 40 minutes? CHALLENGE ACCEPTED. The real question: drunk or sober? Sadly, the latter. Yes, this is sober me and I still behave like th