Physique Development Podcast

Physique Development

If you’re tired of starting over, this show gives you the strategy, structure, and support to finally build a body that lasts. Because progress shouldn’t require a perfect life. Learn the systems that make fitness sustainable, even when life gets messy. If you’re working hard and still don’t see it in the mirror, this podcast shows you what’s been missing—and how to finally change your body.

  1. 5 hr ago

    How to Regulate Stress WITHOUT "Eating Your Feelings" | PD Fit Bits

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE When you're overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious, reaching for food can feel automatic—and that's incredibly normal. In this episode, Coach Mia breaks down why emotional eating happens, the role food plays beyond nutrition, and why it's often tied to comfort, memories, and emotion. She shares practical strategies to help you increase awareness and widen the gap between what you're feeling and how you respond, so you can make more intentional choices without guilt or restriction. Because the goal isn't to eliminate emotional eating, it's to better understand your patterns and respond to them with more awareness and less reactivity. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode! Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD: Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    3 min
  2. 3 days ago

    Gym Girl Chats with Coach Lexi | PD Podcast Ep.276

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Today’s Gym Girl Chat is with one of the newest additions to the Physique Development team—and one of the biggest fitness nerds you’ll ever meet (who also happens to have a fat ass): Coach Lexi. Lexi has been coaching since 2019 and has spent the last several years helping women build muscle, lose fat, improve their health, and navigate the often-confusing world of hormones, metabolism, and nutrition. But today isn't all about coaching. Sue and Lexi sit down for a fun, laid-back conversation covering everything from fitness and favorite books to go-to snacks, daily habits, and plenty of random tangents in between. If you want to get to know the person behind the coach, this episode is for you. Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode! Timestamps: (0:00) Introducing today's guest (1:03) Current book obsessions (5:52) The parallels between book girlies and gym girlies (8:27) Gearing up for a new football season (9:43) The importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people (12:58) Lexi's gym playlist (18:41) Favorite snacks & snack hacks (21:31) Current favorite exercises (24:27) Doing the things we hate to do (29:09) Current physique goals (33:14) Gym girl HOT TAKE (33:44) Our favorite habits (35:24) A habit Lexi wants to implement (but hasn't yet) (38:30) Something people assume that couldn't be more wrong (43:01) Non-gym non-negotiables (47:36) Gym bag essentials/gym girl hacks (52:49) A message for the gym girlies (55:56) What we've changed our minds on (58:27) Lexi's biggest piece of advice (1:04:02) Thanks for listening! Connect with Coach Lexi - https://www.instagram.com/lexiahlers24 OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building: Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6 Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8 How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56 Follow us on Instagram: Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__ Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    1hr 4min
  3. 25 Jun

    3 Social Media MYTHS (& what's actually happening in your body) | PD Fit Bits

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Social media is full of fitness advice, but not all of it deserves your attention. In this episode, Coach Brittany breaks down three common fitness myths that get repeated over and over online. While many of these claims contain a small grain of truth, they often get blown far out of proportion and create more confusion than clarity. She helps you cut through the noise, understand the nuance behind the headlines, and avoid getting pulled into the extremes that dominate social media feeds. Because the best advice usually lives in the middle—not in the clickbait, fear-mongering, or all-or-nothing takes. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode! Timestamps: (0:00) Today's topic (0:15) Myth #1 (1:37) Myth #2 (3:04) Myth #3 (4:12) The key takeaway Connect with Coach Brittany & Team PD: Coach Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/britbrownn Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    5 min
  4. 22 Jun

    Why (and how) We're FOR THE GIRLS at Physique Development | PD Podcast Ep.275

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Today's episode is a fun one. Sue and Alex are talking all about what it means to be an Honorary Girlie Pop, and how that mindset has helped shape both their coaching philosophy and the culture of Physique Development. They break down what being a "girlie pop" actually means, why Alex proudly considers himself one, and how working primarily with women has influenced the way they coach, communicate, and build their business! Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode! OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building: Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6 Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8 How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56 Follow us on Instagram: Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__ Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    30 min
  5. 18 Jun

    Why Your "Proper" Meals Are SABOTAGING Your Progress | PD Fit Bits

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Are your "proper" meals actually making healthy eating harder than it needs to be? In this episode, Coach Mia dives into a mindset that holds a lot of people back: the belief that every meal has to fit a specific category or look a certain way to be considered healthy. She challenges rigid food rules and explains why your body doesn't know the difference between pancakes at 8 a.m. and pancakes at 8 p.m. What matters most is the bigger picture, not whether a food fits into a made-up meal category. Because healthy eating works best when it fits your life, not when it follows a set of arbitrary rules. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode! Connect with Coach Mia & Team PD: Coach Mia: https://www.instagram.com/mia.ferguson Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    5 min
  6. 15 Jun

    The MOST COMMON Fitness Mistakes (for beginners, intermediates, & advanced) | PD Podcast Ep.274

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Join us for a deep dive into common gym mistakes at every level. We're calling you (and ourselves!) out and delivering the solutions you need, so prepare for some much-needed truth bombs that will transform your training. From beginners to advanced athletes, we break down exactly what's holding you back and provide actionable solutions to accelerate your progress. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or you've been training for years, this episode will help you identify blind spots in your routine and optimize your approach for maximum results! Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode! Timestamps: (0:00) Today's topic (0:45) Beginner Mistakes (0:48) Mistake #1 (3:11) Mistake #2 (5:36) Mistake #3 (7:27) Mistake #4 (9:26) Mistake #5 (11:06) Mistake #6 (14:50) One final piece of advice for beginners (17:21) Defining "beginner" (20:13) Intermediate Mistakes (20:14) Mistake #1 (21:45) Mistake #2 (23:19) Mistake #3 (26:55) Mistake #4 (30:34) Mistake #5 (31:47) Advanced Mistakes (32:06) Mistake #1 (34:34) Mistake #2 (40:38) Mistake #3 (43:46) Mistake #4 (47:33) Mistake #5 (48:48) One final piece of advice OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building: Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6 Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8 How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56 Follow us on Instagram: Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__ Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    49 min
  7. 11 Jun

    Why the Scale is the WORST Way to Track Your Fitness Progress (& what metrics actually matter) | PD Fit Bits

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE The scale might be the most common way to measure progress, but it's often the most misleading. In this episode, Coach Lexi breaks down one of the biggest mistakes she sees women make: giving the scale far too much power over how they feel about their progress. She explains the many factors that can influence your weight from day to day, why your "ideal weight" doesn't necessarily match your ideal physique, and the importance of looking at multiple indicators of progress instead of relying on a single number. Because real progress is about more than what the scale says—it's about how you look, feel, perform, and show up in your life. As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review if you loved this episode! Connect with Coach Lexi & Team PD: Coach Lexi: https://www.instagram.com/lexiahlers24 Physique Development: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast Inquire to work with Team PD: https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE Have questions or comments for us? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 Interested in competition prep? Apply here - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/Ii2UNA For more videos, articles, and information, head to - https://physiquedevelopment.com If you would like to support Physique Development and this podcast, please head over to your favorite podcast app and leave us a rating and review! This goes a long way in supporting this podcast and helps us continue to bring high-quality, honest content to you in the form of a podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you all next time! ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    3 min
  8. 8 Jun

    5 Habits Secretly DESTROYING Your Fat Loss | PD Podcast Ep.273

    If YOU'RE ready to make real, sustainable change in your life, jump on a free call with us - https://physiquedevelopment.typeform.com/to/ToP9TYLE In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that might completely shift your perspective on fat loss. You may not even realize it, but most likely, there are subtle, seemingly innocent habits that could be sabotaging your progress behind the scenes. These aren't the obvious culprits you'd expect—they're the sneaky behaviors that fly under the radar while quietly derailing your results. We're breaking down five critical habits that are secretly destroying your fat loss efforts, plus a bonus habit that may catch you by surprise! Have questions for future episodes or a topic you'd like us to cover? Submit them here - https://forms.gle/AEu5vMKNLDfmc24M7 As always, it is our goal not only to supply you, the listener, with valuable insights on the topics or questions but also to plant some seeds for further research and thought. Be sure to like and subscribe and leave us a review wherever you're listening if you loved this episode! Timestamps: (0:00) Today's topic (1:48) Habit #1 (14:51) Habit #2 (23:19) Habit #3 (35:09) Habit #4 (42:29) Habit #5 (54:29) *BONUS* Habit #6 (55:47) Key takeaways OPTIMIZE Your Muscle-Building: Why You're Not Building Muscle Even Though You Lift Weights - https://pod.fo/e/3542c6 Why You DON'T Need a Huge Surplus to Build Muscle - https://pod.fo/e/358b03 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 1) - https://pod.fo/e/35d759 How to Build Muscle While MINIMIZING Fat Gain (Part 2) - https://pod.fo/e/361fc8 How Long Should a Muscle‑Building Phase Really Last? - https://pod.fo/e/366a56 Follow us on Instagram: Coach Alex - https://www.instagram.com/alexbush__ Coach Sue - https://www.instagram.com/suegainz Physique Development - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopment_ Physique Development Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/physiquedevelopmentpodcast ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2026, Physique Development LLC. All rights reserved.

    57 min

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If you’re tired of starting over, this show gives you the strategy, structure, and support to finally build a body that lasts. Because progress shouldn’t require a perfect life. Learn the systems that make fitness sustainable, even when life gets messy. If you’re working hard and still don’t see it in the mirror, this podcast shows you what’s been missing—and how to finally change your body.

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