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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. 4d ago

    The Underground - Episode 19 ft. Joe Jeffery

    The conversation delves into the evolution of bodybuilding education, the journey into bodybuilding and coaching, the impact of online forums on bodybuilding education, the rise of Physique Collective and educational content, the changing landscape of bodybuilding and PED use, the shift towards health-conscious bodybuilding, and the differences between UK and US bodybuilding culture. The conversation delves into the evolution of training preferences, the influence of social media on training, the comparison of training cultures, evidence-based lifting and training programming, progressive overload and training variation, exercise selection and training enjoyment, and the concept of mechanical tension and pump training. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including training for mechanical tension, discussion on PEDs and cycle building, differences in PED use between the UK and US, comparing anabolic steroids, neurotoxicity and anxiety in PED use, impact of modern technology on lifestyle, and educational platform and community engagement. Takeaways Evolution of bodybuilding educationImpact of online forums on bodybuilding education Evolution of training preferences has been influenced by social mediaTraining cultures have evolved and become more similar over time Training for mechanical tension is emphasized over training for the pump.The discussion highlights the impact of modern technology on lifestyle and the importance of community engagement in education. Chapters 00:00 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Education02:57 The Journey into Bodybuilding and Coaching04:17 The Impact of Online Forums on Bodybuilding Education12:42 The Rise of Physique Collective and Educational Content17:21 The Changing Landscape of Bodybuilding and PED Use24:19 The Shift Towards Health-Conscious Bodybuilding25:57 UK vs. US Bodybuilding Culture26:23 Evolution of Training Preferences27:51 Influence of Social Media on Training28:21 Comparison of Training Cultures29:10 Evidence-Based Lifting and Training Programming30:15 Progressive Overload and Training Variation32:38 Exercise Selection and Training Enjoyment49:24 Mechanical Tension and Pump Training51:16 Training for Mechanical Tension54:20 Discussion on PEDs and Cycle Building55:31 Differences in PED Use Between UK and US56:26 Comparing Anabolic Steroids01:03:03 Neurotoxicity and Anxiety in PED Use01:11:08 Impact of Modern Technology on Lifestyle01:14:14 Educational Platform and Community Engagement

  2. 5d ago

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A | Stop chasing size? Muscle after 35? What if you had to start as a natty now?

    The conversation covers topics related to bodybuilding, physique improvement, natural bodybuilding, and the use of enhancement drugs. It explores the mindset and dedication required for physique improvement, the pursuit of becoming an IFBB pro, and the challenges of maintaining size and making gains. The conversation also delves into the importance of the off-season, the slow process of growth, and the use of enhancement drugs like EQ. Takeaways Mindset and dedication are crucial for physique improvement.The off-season is as important as contest prep for making gains. Chapters 00:03:12 – How lean is TOO lean to start a growth phase? Are people wasting time trying to get shredded before they bulk?00:10:41 – What's the biggest mistake advanced lifters make that beginners don't?00:15:08 – Do bodybuilders overcomplicate supplements? What actually matters vs. expensive pee?00:19:15 – What's the biggest lie social media has taught people about bodybuilding?00:24:43 – At what point should someone hire a coach instead of figuring it out yourself?00:30:39 – How much muscle can you realistically build after 35? Is age really the problem?00:35:06 – When should someone stop chasing size and start improving their physique?00:41:34 – If you had to start over naturally today, what would you do differently? (continues after the recording split) 00:43:40 – What separates the guys who become IFBB Pros from the guys who never quite get there? Genetics, work ethic, intelligence, obsession?00:53:44 – Why do so many people stay the same size for years despite training so hard?00:59:18 – If you had one enhancement drug besides testosterone, what would it be and why?

  3. Jul 20

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A | Rebound dosage? BBing vs PLing? Building tissue at maintenance?

    The episode covers a range of topics including the host's current diet and training, changes in drug usage, strength and gym performance, clientele and coaching offers, gear use in the rebound phase, increasing training intensity without a partner, gaining in maintenance calories, dealing with competitors vs. lifestyle clients, binge eating and food relationships in the fitness industry, and a comparison of bodybuilding and powerlifting communities. The conversation covers various topics related to bodybuilding, including community and connections, research liquid chems and drugs, sourcing and legitimacy of underground labs, recommendation of growth hormone, importance of CGM for bodybuilding, favorite form of cardio and its evolution, phases of bulking and cutting, and the worst side effect of gear: excessive hair growth. Takeaways Maintaining intensity in training without a partnerUnderstanding the concept of gaining in maintenance caloriesChallenges of dealing with lifestyle clients vs. competitorsThe prevalence of binge eating and food relationships in the fitness industryComparison of bodybuilding and powerlifting communities Community and connections play a significant role in the bodybuilding community.The recommendation of growth hormone and the importance of phases in bulking and cutting are key insights from the conversation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout01:02 Current Diet and Training Update03:14 Changes in Drug Usage and Training Progress04:18 Strength and Gym Performance05:00 Clientele and Coaching Offer05:59 Gear Use in Rebound Phase13:42 Increasing Training Intensity Without a Partner18:59 Gaining in Maintenance Calories26:02 Dealing with Competitors vs. Lifestyle Clients29:58 Binge Eating and Food Relationships in the Fitness Industry33:36 Comparison of Bodybuilding and Powerlifting Communities35:49 Community and Connections in Bodybuilding39:35 Research Liquid Chems and Drugs42:01 Sourcing and Legitimacy of Underground Labs46:45 Recommendation of Growth Hormone55:12 Importance of CGM for Bodybuilding59:05 Favorite Form of Cardio and Its Evolution01:02:49 Phases of Bulking and Cutting01:08:00 Worst Side Effect of Gear: Excessive Hair Growth

  4. Jul 13

    The Underground - Episode 17 - ft. Abdullah Al Awadhi

    The conversation delves into the influence of bodybuilding culture and the evolution of training methods in the sport. It explores the impact of UK bodybuilding culture, the importance of sustainability in training, and the evolution of training methods over time. The conversation delves into the transition from sports to bodybuilding, highlighting the mental fortitude and discipline required in bodybuilding. It also explores the journey of establishing the Dungeon Gym and Dungeon Gear, showcasing the passion for bodybuilding and its impact on the community. The conversation delves into the evolution of anabolic usage in bodybuilding, highlighting the influence of old school forum culture and the impact of figures like Victor. It also explores the role of genetics in bodybuilding and the personal experiences of the speakers in their own bodybuilding journeys. Takeaways Bodybuilding culture and influenceTraining methods and evolution Athletic background and mental fortitudePassion for bodybuilding and its impactThe creation and success of the Dungeon Gym and Dungeon Gear Evolution of anabolic usageInfluence of genetics on bodybuilding Chapters 00:00 Influence of Bodybuilding Culture17:01 Training Methods and Evolution30:01 Transition from Sports to Bodybuilding32:18 Mental Fortitude and Discipline in Bodybuilding36:21 The Journey to Establishing the Dungeon Gym and Dungeon Gear55:59 Evolution of Anabolic Usage01:13:57 Genetics and Bodybuilding

  5. Jul 9

    PRO MUSCLE Q&A | Increase the dose forever? Offseason body fat levels? And underrated drugs

    Kev discusses his prep update, cardio preferences, off-season body fat, and training frequency. He also shares his views on carb backloading, intra-workout nutrition, and protein supplementation. The conversation covers topics related to protein supplementation, meal frequency, rebounding after a cut, and the use of performance-enhancing drugs in bodybuilding. Kev shares insights on protein as a meal replacement, the impact of meal frequency on hunger signaling, and the importance of timing meals. He also discusses the concept of rebounding after a cut and the use of various performance-enhancing drugs, including injectables, orals, and peptides. Takeaways Prep update: Kev shares his experience with fat loss, weight fluctuations, and the impact of changes in diet and cardio.Off-season body fat: Kev provides insights on optimal body fat levels for the off-season and the importance of fluffy off-seasons for muscle growth.Training frequency: Kev discusses the effectiveness of bro splits and the potential benefits of sarcoplasmic growth.Nutrition insights: Kev shares his views on carb backloading, intra-workout nutrition, and protein supplementation. Protein as a meal replacementMeal frequency and hunger signalingRebounding after a cutPerformance-enhancing drugs in bodybuilding Chapters 00:00 Prep Update and Fat Loss03:25 Off-Season Body Fat and Fluffy Off-Seasons08:31 Training Frequency and Sarcoplasmic Growth23:31 Carb Backloading and Nutrition Insights26:45 Intra-Workout Nutrition and Protein Supplementation35:48 Protein Supplementation and Meal Replacement38:40 Meal Frequency and Hunger Signaling42:07 Rebounding After a Cut50:21 Performance-Enhancing Drugs in Bodybuilding

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