Gifted Performance Q And A's

This week, Jess and Jimmy cover "The Comparison Trap" that innevitably goes along with being on social media.  Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

The Q&A Boys took a bit of a different approach this week. It's a no holds barred, fists flying, itchy face supplement breakdown.  Bonus additional content is @gifted_kuza taking 8g of beta alanine to the dome at roughly 11 minutes in. Watch him slowly regress into a sack of itchy skin by the end of the episode. Enjoy!  1:45 - Squatdad’s Supplement of Choice: Raw Pre Extreme  22:10 - The Complete Meathead’s Supplement of Choice: Legion Pulse Pre-Workout  38:00 - Captain Kuza’s Supplement of Choice: Nephrogen  50:20 - Paulie Red Rocket’s Supplement of Choice: NutraBio Pre  Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulie_rocket/ Dom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gifted_kuza/ Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/

This week, Jess & Jimmy give more  of their favorite tips on staying organized and managing stress.    Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

What if you took a step back? What if you took it a little less seriously? Would you regress or would you actually enjoy the process and make the best gains of your life?   We were beyond excited to have @ifbbprochristuttle on the podcast to talk about what balance really looks like in a competitive bodybuilding context. It’s not a cheat meal. It’s not burgers and fries. It’s not deload weeks. It’s bigger than all of that. It’s a holistic approach that keeps you in the sport for decades instead of a few years. It’s a way to leave the sport after 10-15 years and look back on it with nothing but fond memories instead of a sour taste in your mouth.   We appreciate the insight Chris and thanks again for sitting down to chat with Coach Dom and Coach Ryan.  2:57 - Chris’ Introduction: Bodybuilder, RD, and so much more 9:20 - Balancing Competing and Career 19:33 - Dropping out of a contest prep and enabling culture 33:29 - Are you cut out to compete? How far will you go for a plastic trophy? 45:55 - H

This week, Jess & Jimmy give some of their favorite tips on staying organized and managing stress.     Keep an eye out for part two next week!  Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/  Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

Part Two with @matt_thebodytech is live and we're myth busting

It's going to be a thirsty week for the lovers of the Tuesday Tea but we think we can fill the void with...Vegan shoes. What's your favorite brand of non-GMO Vegan shoes?   The Q&A lads are making an early appearance this week to fill the gap for our sickly ladies, Coach Jess and Jimmy. Luckily everyone is now healthy and we'll be back on schedule next week.    Question number two is for your Aunt that never shuts up at Thanksgiving dinner. Aunt Beth is going to have a tough time debating you after listening to this episode so you're welcome

Drama has been dealt with so it's back to the regularly scheduled programming, answering your most pressing questions

Time for the guys to weigh in...   After a few weeks of seeing crazy protocol after crazy protocol, the dust has somewhat settled on what has been a dark few weeks for bodybuilding. Coach Dom, Paul, Jay, and Squatpop discuss anatomy and physiology of the kidneys/heart, the dosages that have been shared, who's to blame, what's killing bodybuilders, the health of the sport, and a path forward.   This is far from a light subject. Men and women are dying, leaving behind families and friends. Come watch and learn about why this is happening. Share with a friend, pass it along to your coach, and do your part to make sure this does not keep happening.  Topics discussed include: 2:03 - TLDR of the Allegations  19:58 - Types of Diuretics, Mechanism of Action, and Lethal Consequences  36:41 - Pharmacokinetics, half lives, and common side effects  50:39 - Breaking down Protocol #1 58:45 - Breaking down Protocol #2  1:20:14 - Closing Words from the Boys: A Path Forward Ryan's

On this episode of the Tuesday Tea Jess and Jimmy talk about all things progress: how to make it, how to track it and possible setbacks you haven't thought about.  Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

We're baaaaaaaaaaack!  Did you miss the Q&A crew? Well we pulled some HEATER

Hey hey it’s tuesdaaaayy and we have a new episode of the Tuesday Tea!   In this episode Jess and Jimmy tried their best to stay on topic with the do’s and donts of recording oneself in the gym. We might have also went on small tangents surrounding the “fit influencer”.  Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

The Gut. Stress. Functional Health.  All terms that pseudo experts speak on whether they're qualified or not. This week's guest @matt_thebodytech came on to sort through the riff raff.   If you finish up this episode and you're dying for more information on stress and cortisol, Matt is hosting a master class this Sunday August 15th at 6PM EST. Head over to his page or simply shoot him a message to learn more. Topic's discussed include: 1:57 - Matt’s Introduction into Bodybuilding, Coaching, and Functional Health 6:57 - Becoming Educated in Functional Health 20:23 - Functional Health Needs Analysis for a Brand New Client 31:41 - A Practical Example: Young Woman, Struggling to Gain Muscle, Suspected SIBO 41:36 - Birth Control Complexities 44:57 - The 411 on Stress, Sex Hormone, and Fat Loss Interactions 1:00:41 - Matt’s Master Classes on these Topics and More  Matt’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/matt_thebodytech/ Matt’s Team - https://www.instagram.com/thebodytechnicians

On this Tuesday Tea we answer questions from the community! This week's topic: Gym Pet Peeves. We cover everything from attire to staring to proper gym etiquette and even share our own biggest peeves.  Stay tuned for part 2!  Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

The Crossover of the Century: GP meets WoW @joshlujan  On this week's episode, we brought in a personal favorite Twitch superstar and bodyweight/street lifting bad ass, Josh Lujan aka Xaryu.  Josh is a 15-time Rank One world renowned World of Warcraft streamer who just so happens to be a bit of a physical culturist himself.  The guys dive into how training, nutrition, and "doing your dailies" can make the gaming space better for everyone. Josh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshlujan/ Josh's Website / Store: https://xaryu.tv/collections/digital Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Dom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gifted_kuza/

This week's Tuesday Tea talks about how to plan for a weekend of partying, what to do if/when that plan falls through and how to get back on track.  Not only do we give you some helpful tips but we show you an insight of what coaches do (we are real people too!). I hope you all enjoy! Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/

Gentlemen, who can relate? You got into training to impress a girl you had a crush on and now you have 30 dudes in your DMs using classic pick up lines like "just trying to get like you bro"   We've been getting a lot of messages about this and it's time we clear the air. Here is our official position on the matter: If you fall off of the treadmill at the gym or are caught cackling at work while listening, that's 100% on you. We will not take any responsibility for lost wages, sprained ankles or any byproduct of how funny we are. We can't help it.   On this side of the world the following things will always be held true: Cool Whip over Whipped Cream, Walmart pie is garbage, and at the end of prep you should be as naked as possible at the gym. Disagree? Comment below and we'll be happy to shame you. 3:55 - Question from @mamartin.05: Theoretically, can someone on HRT carry a lower body fat percentage all the time because of the continuous replacement of hormones?  20:43 - Question from @thejo

Join the Gifted Perfromance crew for the innagural episode of GNN - our brand new news show - as they discuss Sha'carri Richardson, Death by Bodybuilding, and Hot Take Culture.  Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/  Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulie_rocket/  Dom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gifted_kuza/  Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/

The Body Comp Boyz are back this week with another hot Q&A!  We've got a protein-heavy conversation this week, so grab yourself some chicken breast or a nice steak while you watch - you deserve it!   Got questions for the next episode? Message the guys on IG!  2:57 - Question from @Joey_twotimes__: Why do some bodybuilders eat 400+g of protein?  20:39 - Question from @jakob.brownnn: My body weight is 215 pounds, how much protein should I take in at minimum?  30:17 - Question from @shawtheking: Efficacy of hack squat vs bb squat in leg development?  48:50 - Question from @livinlavillaloca: Every time I do biceps I get cramps in both arms after...when I  try to contract…like charlie horse bad.  Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_squatfather/ Paul's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulie_rocket/ Dom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gifted_kuza/Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_completemeathead/

Happy Tuesdaaaayy everyone!   In today’s episode of the Tuesday Tea we open the curtain to reveal the truths about competing in bodybuilding shows.  If you’re considering doing a show or have done a show, this video is for you. Please join in on the conversation in the comments!    Cheers!   *Also jimmy breaks a chair in this one Jess's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessi.leee/ Jimmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiarobin_gp/