In this insightful episode, Ben and John dive deep into the nuanced world of coaching natural and enhanced athletes. From mindset shifts to prep challenges, they unpack key strategies and misconceptions in physique competition prep. Whether you're a coach, competitor, or curious fitness enthusiast, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical wisdom.

📢 Highlights from this episode:

• Key differences in coaching natural vs. enhanced athletes
• Understanding stress, water retention, and their effects on weight fluctuations
• How visual assessment often trumps the scale in contest prep
• The complexity of managing more variables in enhanced athlete prep

👉 Tune in for an honest, relatable chat that goes beyond the highlight reels and into the heart of what it means to connect authentically.

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