Professional Muscle Media

Kevin Meagher

Straight from the largest, most hardcore bodybuilding forum there is, Professional Muscle Forum — Professional Muscle Media is dedicated to bringing you all the latest training, nutrition, and PEDS discussions...raw and unfiltered. Hosted by Kevin Meagher

  1. 27 Jun

    The Underground - Episode 15 - ft. Justin Compton

    The conversation covers a range of topics including upcoming bodybuilding shows, the impact of Instagram on bodybuilding, coaching and sleep deprivation, sleep patterns as a competitor, client-coach relationship and sleep, setting boundaries for client communication, maintaining client boundaries, empathy for clients and sleep medication, and methylene blue and serotonin syndrome. The conversation covers a range of topics including navigating health challenges, exploring health supplements, fishing adventures, customs encounters, coaching experiences, and perspectives on coaching and coaches. The discussion delves into personal experiences, reflections, and perceptions, providing insights into trust, support, and the impact of social media on coaching reputation. The conversation delves into the legacy of coaching, the challenges of dealing with supplement companies, the impact of unsettled debts, the dynamics of personal confrontation, the evolution of coaching careers, the impact of career choices, and the road to Olympia. It provides insights into the world of bodybuilding, coaching, and personal integrity. The conversation covers the underestimation of rookie bodybuilders and the upcoming bodybuilding competitions. It explores the unexpected victory of a rookie bodybuilder, fan reactions, and physical transformation. Additionally, it provides insights into the competitive landscape, predictions, and the marketability of emerging athletes. The conversation delves into the upcoming bodybuilding shows, the impact of loss on competitors, nostalgia for amateur NPC bodybuilding, reflection on past competitions and competitors, the evolution of bodybuilding coaching, personal experiences in bodybuilding competitions, interactions and relationships in bodybuilding, coaching and competition preparation, and closing remarks with contact information. The conversation delves into the bodybuilding season, competitors' physiques, community opinions, and upcoming competitions. It also explores the evolution of bodybuilding competitions, turning pro, and the performances of bodybuilding legends. Takeaways Impact of low body fat on sleep patternsSetting boundaries for client communicationEmpathy for clients and sleep medication Trust and support are crucial during health challengesSocial media can impact coaching reputation The impact of coaching on athletesChallenges with supplement companiesThe impact of unsettled debts on professional relationshipsThe dynamics of personal confrontation and conflictThe evolution of coaching careersThe impact of career choices on public perceptionThe progression and development of bodybuilders Underestimation of rookiesFan misconceptionsPhysical transformationCompeting bodybuildersPredictions and analysisMarketability and potential Impact of loss on competitorsEvolution of bodybuilding coaching Bodybuilding competitions require consistent progression and preparation.Community opinions and anticipation for upcoming competitions play a significant role in the bodybuilding world.

    2h 4m
  2. 24 Jun

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A | Just Kev - choosing the right coach, prioritizing bps, etc

    The episode covers prep updates, cardio preferences, coach selection, transitioning from PPL to body part splits, cardio preferences in off-season and prep, adjusting volume to prioritize body parts, strategic off meals, monitoring blood work, ending a blast, every other day growth hormone use, growing on maintenance, and a comparison of oats, cream of rice, and cream of wheat for bodybuilding diets. The conversation covers a range of topics including post-workout meal choices, setting coaching boundaries, customizing training plans, managing appetite in the off-season, strategies for rebounding after a show, and the concept of wet and dry compounds in bodybuilding. Takeaways Choosing the right coach is about vibe and communicationTransitioning from PPL to body part splits is based on personal preferenceCardio preference varies based on off-season and prepAdjusting volume to prioritize body parts is essential for growthOff meals should be strategic and consistent for optimal resultsMonitoring blood work is crucial when considering the end of a blastEvery other day growth hormone use may have different effects on individualsGrowing on maintenance is challenging and not ideal for significant gainsOats and cream of rice are preferred over cream of wheat for bodybuilding diets Post-workout meal choicesCoaching boundariesTraining plan customizationAppetite managementRebound strategiesWet and dry compounds Chapters 00:00 Prep Update and Cardio Preferences06:02 Transitioning from PPL to Body Part Splits11:07 Adjusting Volume to Prioritize Body Parts19:22 Monitoring Blood Work and Ending a Blast25:11 Growing on Maintenance and Progression in the Gym30:12 Oats, Cream of Rice, and Cream of Wheat Comparison38:31 Training Plan Customization47:49 Rebound Strategies58:25 Wet and Dry Compounds

    1hr 3min
  3. 22 Jun

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A | Just Kev - fertility, long vs short cycles, and EQ

    Kevin Meagher provides an update on his contest preparation and training, discusses his nutrition and meal structure, shares insights on supplements and drug usage, explores new drugs in competitive bodybuilding, and offers fertility advice based on his personal experience. The conversation covers a range of topics including father-daughter bonding, nutrition and training mistakes, bodybuilding identity, gear use and dosage, optimizing growth variables, maximizing gear use, favorite protein sources, short cycles vs. long cycles, EQ (Equipoise) discussion, testosterone and cutting compounds, and genetics in bodybuilding. Takeaways Contest preparation involves a detailed training update and progress tracking.Meal structure and nutrition play a crucial role in bodybuilding and contest preparation.Supplements and drug usage are important considerations in bodybuilding, with a focus on injectable L-carnitine and SLUPP.New drugs like trest and DHB are being discussed in the context of competitive bodybuilding, highlighting the evolving landscape of performance-enhancing substances.Fertility advice and personal experiences provide valuable insights for bodybuilders and individuals seeking to balance family life with fitness goals. Father-daughter bond is a unique and heartwarming aspect of Kevin's life.Nutrition and training mistakes can hinder physique changes and progress.Understanding bodybuilding identity and embracing individual physique characteristics is important for success. Chapters 00:00 Contest Preparation and Training Update08:44 Supplements and Drug Usage17:56 New Drugs in Competitive Bodybuilding27:57 Father-Daughter Bond33:06 Maximizing Gear Use38:22 Short Cycles vs. Long Cycles43:39 Discussion on EQ (Equipoise)48:40 Testosterone and Cutting Compounds

    58 min
  4. 14 Jun

    The Underground - Episode 13 - ft. Peter Hill

    The conversation between Kevin & Peter covers a wide range of topics related to bodybuilding, coaching, and sleep patterns. It delves into the impact of social media on knowledge sharing, the importance of experience and anecdotal evidence, and the challenges of coaching in the modern age. The guest shares insights on individual sleep needs, aging, and the impact of sleep duration and quality on bodybuilding. Additionally, the conversation explores the guest's forum participation and knowledge acquisition, as well as his coaching philosophy and client collaboration. The conversation delves into the individual response to dosage, the impact of lifestyle on bodybuilding, genetics and progress, the importance of lifestyle and team support, the facade of social media, genetic factors in progress, coaching satisfaction and progress, satisfaction in seeing progress, before and after transformations, balancing coaching and competing, competing and family priorities, experiments with peptides, future competing plans, optimizing efficiency for growth, experimenting with off-season strategies, peptides and their merits, the role of peptides in bodybuilding, and finding the right dosage for peptides. Takeaways Individual sleep needs varyAnecdotal evidence and experience are valuable in coaching Individual response to dosage variesLifestyle and team support are crucial for bodybuilding success Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction05:32 Sleep Duration and Quality14:46 Forum Participation and Knowledge Acquisition21:19 Impact of Social Media on Knowledge Sharing27:05 Challenges of Social Media and Coaching32:36 Coaching Philosophy and Client Collaboration43:43 Diversity in Coaching Clientele53:49 UK vs. US Bodybuilding Scene01:09:31 Individual Response to Dosage01:15:15 Genetic Factors in Progress01:21:02 Competing and Family Priorities01:28:37 Optimizing Efficiency for Growth01:36:11 The Role of Peptides in Bodybuilding

    1hr 41min
  5. 29 May

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A - Just Kev 4

    Kevin Meagher discusses various topics related to bodybuilding, including the preparation for an upcoming competition, insulin use and experiences, the use of Halo or Superdrawl in contest prep, post-show recovery, transitioning to the off-season, and specific impactful supplements for advanced bodybuilders. The conversation covers a range of topics including heart health and protection, optimal protein intake for bodybuilders, refeeds and cheats in the off-season, incorporating powerlifting movements into bodybuilding, managing psychological aspects of prep, and a discussion on anabolic steroids (DECA, Tren, EQ). The speaker shares insights and experiences related to these themes, providing valuable information for bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts. Takeaways Discussion on the use of injectable oil carnitine and Peak Wellness PeptidesInsights into insulin use and experiences Heart health and protection are crucial for bodybuilders and can be achieved through specific supplements and medications.Optimal protein intake for bodybuilders varies based on training age and goals, with a focus on efficiency and individual needs.Refeeds and cheats in the off-season can be managed strategically to maximize muscle gain without excessive fat gain.Incorporating powerlifting movements into bodybuilding programs can offer a balanced approach to strength and aesthetics.Managing psychological aspects of prep involves maintaining a positive mindset and staying busy to avoid cravings and mental fatigue.Anabolic steroids such as DECA, Tren, and EQ have individual benefits and considerations, and their use should be carefully evaluated. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutouts08:44 Insulin Use and Experiences15:59 Use of Halo or Superdrawl in Contest Prep28:03 Specific Impactful Supplements for Advanced Bodybuilders33:26 Heart Health and Protection40:43 Refeeds and Cheats in the Off-Season50:29 Incorporating Powerlifting Movements into Bodybuilding57:31 Managing Psychological Aspects of Prep01:03:11 Discussion on Anabolic Steroids (DECA, Tren, EQ)

    1hr 7min

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