The Stage Code

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Welcome to the side of bodybuilding you don’t see on Instagram. This podcast strips back the tan, lights, and trophies to expose the raw truth of the bodybuilding journey. From off-season struggles to stage-ready pressure, we cover it all—training, nutrition, mindset, body image, sacrifice, and the mental battles that come with chasing extremes. Unfiltered conversations. Real experiences. No pretending. This is bodybuilding, told honestly.

  1. 2d ago

    Gym Anxiety is REAL… Here’s how to move past it

    SCARED TO GO TO THE GYM? WE’VE BEEN THERE 👀 Happy Monday! 💗 This week on The Stage Code, we're talking about something we've both experienced firsthand: being a beginner in the gym and feeling like absolutely everyone is watching you. From walking out of the gym because someone from high school walked in, hiding in the group fitness room with a couple of dumbbells, and having absolutely no idea what we were doing, to becoming the girls who practically live in the gym — we've come a long way! We're sharing our own gym journeys, the anxiety we experienced when we first started, and how we went from feeling completely out of our depth to confidently walking into a gym and doing our own thing. If you're new to training, thinking about joining a gym, or you've been going for a while but still feel intimidated, this episode is for you. We're chatting about: 💗 How to overcome gym anxiety and build confidence over time. 🏋️‍♀️ Where to start when you have absolutely no idea what you're doing. 👀 Why you probably care WAY more about what other people think than they actually do. 📱 How to navigate fitness advice on social media without getting overwhelmed by conflicting information. 🍫 Why you don't need to cut out your favourite foods to get results. 🥗 The importance of eating enough to support your training, recovery and goals. 🎯 Why trying to change everything at once is a recipe for burnout — and how to build habits that actually stick. We'll also get into the pressure beginners can feel to know everything straight away, the judgment that sometimes exists in gym culture, and why we should be encouraging people who are trying rather than tearing them down. Our biggest message? You don't need to know everything before you start. You don't need the perfect program, the perfect diet or the perfect technique on day one. Start small, ask questions, learn as you go and give yourself time to get comfortable. Whether your first session is a full workout or simply walking on the treadmill and getting familiar with the space, it all counts. We've both been the beginners who felt nervous walking through the doors, and now we get to help other people find their confidence too. If you're starting your fitness journey, we're cheering you on! And if you have questions, reach out — we're always happy to help. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

  2. Oct 11

    The Holiday Mindset That Will Change Your Fitness Journey

    Happy Monday! 💗 This week, we're back with another classic yap session — starting with our current obsession with Sophadopha, life highs and lows, financial guilt over buying literally anything for ourselves, and the countdown to some very exciting holidays. Then we're getting into a topic that comes around EVERY year: navigating food, fitness and body image over the holiday season. 🎄 Do you need to track your food on Christmas Day? Should you be restricting before a holiday so you can enjoy yourself? Do you really need to “lock in” before summer? And are you going to lose all your progress if you take a week off the gym? Spoiler alert: absolutely not. We're chatting about finding balance around Christmas parties, family dinners, buffets, cocktails and holiday treats without the guilt, restriction or all-or-nothing mindset. Plus, how to enjoy your holidays and make choices that help you feel good. We're also getting into training on holidays, why consistency doesn't mean being perfect 365 days a year, and how building sustainable habits now can make future holidays feel a whole lot less stressful, because life is supposed to be enjoyed. As always, we're just two girls chatting about real life, fitness, food and everything in between. 💗 Follow The Stage Code on Instagram, send us your questions, and let us know who you'd love to hear on the podcast! 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

  3. Oct 4

    Olympia Recap + Unhinged 'Would You Rather' Bodybuilding Edition

    OLYMPIA RECAP + THE ULTIMATE BODYBUILDING “WOULD YOU RATHER” 👀 We’re back and this week we’re keeping it fun with a little Stage Code game night — Would You Rather: Bodybuilding & Prep Edition. But first, we have to talk about the Olympia. We recap the results, Jazzy taking the win, Maureen in second, our predictions being… well, mostly VERY wrong 😂, Ashley K missing the first call-out, and the thing we love most about watching the best in the world compete: how tiny the differences can be between the girls at the top. We chat conditioning, fullness, posing, stage presence and why some competitors just have that “I could watch you all day” quality on stage. Then we get into the main event: Would You Rather — bodybuilding edition. Would you rather never train legs again or never train upper body? Perfect conditioning but flat muscles or full but slightly softer? Calories cut or cardio doubled? Forget your posing routine or fall over on stage? Perfect glutes or perfect shoulders? Awful tan or awful makeup? Bikini malfunction or broken heel? 👀 And it gets progressively more ridiculous from there. Basically, another week of us chatting shit, justifying our choices and giving you a little insight into what actually goes through our heads as competitors and coaches. Send us your best Would You Rather questions and maybe we’ll do another round next week. 💕 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

  4. Sep 27

    Ep34: Life Updates, Show Day Chaos and Our OLYMPIA Predictions

    We’re back with a proper Stage Code catch-up — no cue cards, no real structure, just two girls yapping about everything that’s been happening lately. We get into all the life updates: upcoming trips, clients show day and being on the other side for a change. We also chat about stepping back from structured coaching post-show, finding more flexibility with food, what bodybuilding has actually taught us long-term, and why we don’t necessarily agree with the idea that “bodybuilding ruined me.” Plus… the big question: are we competing again? 👀 And finally, it wouldn’t be The Stage Code without a little bodybuilding chat — we’re giving our bikini Olympia predictions and discussing just how ridiculously close the top girls can be when the smallest details can make a difference. So settle in for a good old-fashioned Stage Code ramble. 💕

  5. Sep 20

    EPISODE 33: Stop Doing This With Your Posing ❌

    YOUR POSING ISN’T AS GOOD AS YOU THINK IT IS… 👀 This week on The Stage Code, we’re getting brutally honest about posing — the mistakes we see all the time, the things that make us cringe from the judges’ table, and why sometimes less is WAY more. We’re talking about why you need to nail the basics before trying to create an elaborate routine, why copying someone else’s posing can completely work against your physique, and why that fancy spin you saw on Instagram might actually be doing you more harm than good. We get into: The biggest posing mistakes we see from newer competitorsWhy your mandatory poses should come before transitions and “personality”Copying routines from other competitorsTrying movements that simply don’t suit your bodyThe difference between posing across different federationsWhy you need to know the rules and stage format for YOUR showOur biggest posing “icks” 😂Stiff fingers, floppy hands and the infamous “teapot arm”Touching your bum… please stop 😂Overcomplicated transitionsWalking to the rear WAY too slowlyWhy looking effortless mattersPractising for every possible stage scenarioWhy learning posing entirely from Instagram isn’t enoughFinding the right posing coach for YOUAnd why getting feedback from someone who can actually see your physique from the outside can completely change your presentationPlus, we talk about starting posing early, getting the right heels, why first-time competitors should NEVER underestimate the importance of a strap, and our plans to expose just how bad our first posing attempts actually were. 😂 Whether you're preparing for your first show or you've been competing for years, there might be a few things in here that make you go… “Yep, I probably need to fix that.” The Stage Code — raw, real conversations about bodybuilding, competing, posing, coaching and everything that happens behind the scenes.

  6. Sep 13

    EPISODE 32: Big Boobs, Big Problems: Why I Got a Breast Reduction

    BIG BOOBS, BODY IMAGE & WHY I FINALLY GOT A BREAST REDUCTION This week on The Stage Code, we’re joined by Mia for a very honest conversation about something we don’t hear talked about nearly enough — breast reduction surgery. From developing a large bust seemingly overnight as a teenager, struggling with body confidence, finding clothes that fit, back pain, bra indentations and feeling uncomfortable in her own skin, Mia opens up about what it was really like living with a larger chest for years. She takes us through the whole process — from deciding she wanted a reduction, finding a surgeon, private health insurance and the long wait, to the cost, surgery itself, recovery, body image struggles and finally feeling comfortable in her body. We also chat about the contrast between breast reductions and breast augmentations, particularly within the bodybuilding world, where implants and breast enhancements are so common. Mia gets real about the moments after surgery when she questioned whether she'd made the right decision, the swelling and bruising, getting back into training, intimacy and confidence, and how dramatically something as simple as being able to wear a crop top or go braless has changed her everyday life. If you've ever considered a breast reduction, struggled with your body image, or simply want to hear what the process is actually like from someone who's been through it — this one is for you. And yes… we get VERY honest about boobs. 😂 The Stage Code Podcast — raw, real conversations about bodybuilding, bodies, confidence, life and everything in between. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

  7. Sep 6

    EPISODE 31: Why Your Body Isn't Changing

    You don’t need to start Monday. You don’t need to wait until next week. And you definitely don’t need to be perfect. In this episode of The Stage Code Podcast, we’re getting raw and real about the things that can quietly keep you stuck — constantly falling off track, setting unrealistic expectations, relying on motivation, and convincing yourself that you’ll “start again” when the timing is right. We chat about why trying to change everything overnight usually backfires, how setting the bar too high can create a cycle of failure and self-sabotage, and why sometimes doing less is actually the thing that helps you stay consistent. From dropping training from five days to four, learning to have chocolate in the house without feeling like you need to eat the whole bag, figuring out meal prep that actually fits your life, and learning to train even when motivation isn't there — we break down what sustainable progress really looks like. We also dive into the influence of friends and family, setting boundaries when people don't support your goals, knowing when it's time to invest in a coach, and why education and individualisation matter so much when it comes to your health and fitness. Raw, honest and full of the conversations we have with our own clients every single day — this one is all about breaking the cycle and finding a way of doing things that actually works for you. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

  8. Aug 30

    EPISODE 30: MUST HAVE'S for Prep and Show Day

    Prep is hard enough without making it harder than it needs to be. This week on The Stage Code, we’re getting into the things that make prep, peak week and show day just that little bit easier — from the absolute essentials to the weirdly specific things that only a bodybuilder would understand. Whether you're currently in prep, thinking about competing, heading into peak week, or just want to hear about the random little things that make bodybuilding life easier, this one's for you. Plus, we want to hear from you: what are your weird, niche, non-negotiable prep or show-day essentials? You know… the things that make absolutely no sense to anyone who hasn't prepped. 👀 🎧 Listen now and let us know what we’ve forgotten! 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode @alignedcoachingco @paris.beth1

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Welcome to the side of bodybuilding you don’t see on Instagram. This podcast strips back the tan, lights, and trophies to expose the raw truth of the bodybuilding journey. From off-season struggles to stage-ready pressure, we cover it all—training, nutrition, mindset, body image, sacrifice, and the mental battles that come with chasing extremes. Unfiltered conversations. Real experiences. No pretending. This is bodybuilding, told honestly.

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  • Creator
    The Stage Code
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Stage Code
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