The Stage Code

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

    EPISODE 15: Post Show Struggles: The Reality Nobody Talks About

    Welcome to Episode 1 of The Stage Code - we get raw and real about the struggles post-show, prep pressure, body image spirals, recovery diets, reverse diets, binge urges, scale obsession… yep, we’re talking about ALL of it. 🎙️ In this week’s episode, Bec and Paris have a very honest conversation about the mental and physical reality of stepping off stage after a bodybuilding prep. From the pressure of chasing the “perfect” physique, to navigating rapid body changes, food focus, post-show hunger, and the emotional crash that can come after competing — this is the raw side of bodybuilding that people don’t talk about enough. We also dive into: • Reverse diets vs recovery diets • Why post-show can feel harder than prep itself • The mental battle of watching the scale go back up • Comparison traps on social media • The importance of support systems, coaches & accountability • Learning to let your body recover and feel healthy again If you’re currently in prep, heading into a post-show phase, or simply curious about the realities behind bodybuilding, this episode is for you 🖤 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode

    49 min

  2. MAY 10

    EPISODE 14: Show Day Recap - ICN, NBA and IFBB Nationals

    This week on The Stage Code, we’re chatting all things show day, prep struggles, coaching highs, and life updates 💌 Paris shares the excitement of both of her sisters getting engaged (which naturally leads to everyone asking when Matt is proposing 👀), while Bec recaps coaching her client through her very first ICN and NBA competition weekend — from backstage nerves and posing endurance to learning the very different vibes and criteria between federations. We also dive into: Show day highs, lows & backstage chaos The differences between ICN, NBA & what judges are currently rewarding Why posing endurance matters more than people think Coaching your first athlete through prep & show day nerves Prep digestion issues, stalled weight loss & the mental side of competing The emotional side of prep when your body feels like it’s fighting you IFBB Nationals results, bikini division thoughts & athletes we were rooting for Why having the right coach backstage can completely change your experience This episode is a very honest look into the realities of bodybuilding prep — the exciting moments, the frustrating ones, and everything in between. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode

    54 min

  3. MAY 3

    EPISODE 13: Peak Week 101: Carb ups, stage day secrets and what is all means

    Happy Monday and welcome back to The Stage Code — now coming to you from our brand new setup (with actual internet 🙌)! This week, we’re diving into the highs, lows, and real behind-the-scenes of prep life — from feeling a little blah and pushing through sickness and getting fired up for what’s ahead. But the main event? PEAK WEEK. We break down everything you think you know (and a lot you probably don’t) about that final week before stepping on stage: What “peaking” actually means — and why it’s not one-size-fits-allCarb loading, spilling, and how to actually fill out properlyWhy some athletes eat clean… and others are smashing burgers 👀The truth about water, sodium, and why less isn’t always betterThe mental side of prep when progress feels slow (but you’re not quitting 💪)Whether you’re competing, coaching, or just curious about the bodybuilding world — this episode is your inside look at the chaos, science, and strategy behind peak week. ✨ Reminder: your peak week is YOUR peak week. No comparisons. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code.

    48 min

  4. APR 26

    EPISODE 12: SkinnyTok Is Back… And It’s Dangerous

    Welcome back to another episode of The Stage Code. This week, we’re diving into a very controversial topic — the rise of “SkinnyTok”, peptides, and the increasing normalization of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. First we dive into our usual highs & lows (prep updates, blocked noses & business wins) Then we get into the real conversation… 🚨 Peptides, GLP-1s & online influence Why these drugs are being pushed like skincare productsThe dangers of getting advice from TikTokWhat no one is saying about long-term effects🏆 Natural vs Enhanced Bodybuilding Competing “natural” vs actually being naturalWhy this is a huge issue in the industry right nowThe ethics, the risks, and the reality behind the scenes💬 Our honest take We’re not here to judge—but we are here to be real. If you’re considering shortcuts, this is the episode you need to hear first. At the end of the day: Strong > Skinny. Always. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code.

    47 min

  5. APR 19

    EPISODE 11: How the gym helped Paris' grief journey

    The Stage Code – Episode 11: Grief, Growth & Finding Purpose Through Fitness Welcome back to The Stage Code Podcast! In Episode 11, we dive into a more raw and emotional conversation, sharing personal experiences with grief, loss, and how fitness can become a powerful tool for healing and growth. This episode leans into a deeper discussion around loss, navigating grief, and how quickly life can change. We open up about personal experiences with losing a parent, the impact it has on identity and direction, and the unhealthy coping mechanisms that can follow. We also explore: How the gym became a turning point for mental healthThe role of routine, structure, and movement in healingMoving from self-destruction to self-improvementWhy “movement is medicine” isn’t just a clichéUsing fitness as a tool for purpose, clarity, and growthWhether you’re going through a tough time, feeling stuck, or just looking for a mindset shift, this episode is a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, positive change is possible. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses grief, cancer, and loss. 🎧 Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation – and a reminder to keep moving forward. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code. 🖤

    45 min

  6. APR 12

    EPISODE 10: Not ready for show, what do you do?

    Welcome to Episode 9 of The Stage Code We made it to episode 10 (!!) and we’re chatting all things prep reality — the physical and mental side of not feeling ready for stage. This week we cover: The reality of prep during events like Easter (yes… watching everyone eat chocolate 🥲)Highs & lows from the week (family time, no internet struggles, and Easter Show plans)What it actually means to not be “stage ready”How coaches assess readiness (and why honesty matters)The difference between physically vs mentally not being readyWhen to push through vs when to reassess your prepWhy you will never feel ready — and why that’s normalAdjusting expectations, categories, or timelinesThe importance of trusting your coach and the process This episode is honest, reflective, and a reminder that bodybuilding is so much more than just getting lean — it’s about discipline, self-awareness, and understanding what being ready actually means. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code. 🖤

    43 min

  7. APR 5

    EPISODE 9: WHY do you want to compete?

    Welcome to Episode 9 of The Stage Code — where we get real about prep updates, life chaos, and the question every competitor needs to ask: why are you actually doing this? 🎙️🖤 We kick things off with our highs and lows — from half marathon milestones and holiday chaos, to period struggles, no internet, and navigating the reality of prep fatigue starting to creep in. Then we dive into a big one: your “why” behind competing. Because when prep gets hard (and it will), the reason you started is the thing that either carries you through… or makes you question everything. In this episode, we chat about: Real prep updates — weight drops, fatigue, and the mental shift as weeks tick downThe importance of structure, routine, and proving to yourself what you’re capable ofHow your “why” evolves from your first show to future seasonsThe wrong reasons to compete — fat loss, social media, external validationWhy prep won’t fix your relationship with food (and what actually will)The difference between doing it for the stage vs doing it for the growthThis episode is honest, reflective, and a reminder that bodybuilding is so much more than just getting lean — it’s about discipline, self-awareness, and understanding what truly drives you. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code. 🖤

    52 min

  8. MAR 29

    EPISODE 8: Bec didn’t finish her prep….what happened

    Welcome to Episode 8 of The Stage Code — where we talk about the reality that not every prep ends on stage… and why that’s okay. 🎙️🖤 We kick things off with our usual highs and lows — from engagements and weddings to moving chaos and a little dip in prep motivation — before diving into a powerful and honest conversation about having to pull out of a prep. In this episode, we cover: What it’s like when prep isn’t going to plan (and motivation starts to dip early)The pressure of committing to a show — and feeling like you can’t back outBec’s experience with a serious injury that forced her to stop prepIgnoring early warning signs and pushing through pain (and why it’s not worth it)The mental shift from “pushing through” to actually putting your health firstNavigating recovery, identity, and staying disciplined without a stage goalWe also talk about the emotional side of not making it to stage — the disappointment, the relief, and the fear of what others might think — and why pulling out doesn’t make you a failure, it just means it’s not the right time. Whether you’re in prep, thinking about competing, or dealing with a setback, this episode is a reminder that your health always comes first — and the stage will always be there. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @thestagecode Welcome back to The Stage Code. 🖤

    54 min
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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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