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J3 University is an online education and coaching service made for bodybuilding and physique enhancement. Our podcast interviews experts in the field of research and coaching to bridge the gap between science and in the trench experience. Come and empower yourself to a higher level of physique development.
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If you’re enhanced and you aren’t testing your vial, you’re not enhanced — you’re gambling.
In this episode, John and Luke break down the most common PED mistake they see: unverified compounds derailing entire offseasons. From swapped compounds and underdosed vials to lab markers that expose the truth, you’ll learn exactly how to spot red flags before they cost you months of progress.
Inside this episode:
• The real signs your gear is fake, not “under-responding”
• Why “my friend uses it” doesn’t mean it’s legit
• How labs reveal substitution and underdosing
• What to do when your cycle doesn’t match your results
• The only reliable method for testing your vial
• How to protect your growth phase and prep timelines
Whether you’re enhanced yourself or coaching enhanced athletes, this episode gives you the framework to manage PEDs with clarity, not guesswork.
Learn More with J3 University:
Coaching → j3u.site/coaching
Courses → j3u.site
When Health Talks Back, Catching Offseason Red Flags
The podcast has a new home. All future episodes will now publish on John Jewett’s YouTube channel, while the full archive stays on the J3 University channel.
For Episode 200, we break down the offseason red flags most athletes never pay attention to until they’re already stuck. You’ll learn how to read sleep, digestion, resting HR, blood pressure, and lab markers so you can adjust early and stay productive through your entire push.
Stronger Doesn’t Always Mean Bigger — The Logbook Trap
John and Luke unpack one of the most common mistakes in bodybuilding: confusing strength progression with muscle growth.
You’ll learn how to:
👉 Redefine “progressive overload” to fit hypertrophy, not powerlifting
👉 Track progress over 4–6 week trends, not week-to-week jumps
👉 Use execution quality to create more stimulus — even at the same load
👉 Balance volume, fatigue, and recovery without losing performance
👉 Spot when it’s time to deload or switch movements
👉 Build muscle through precision, not ego
📘 Learn with J3 University:
🔗 Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
🔗 Courses & Programs: j3university.com
Episode 198 — The Offseason Look: How Lean Is Too Lean?
Trying to “stay lean” but your lifts won’t move… or bulking so hard you can’t breathe between sets?
John and Luke lay out the middle path that actually builds muscle.
You’ll learn how to:
👉 Set a weekly gain target (0.25–0.5 %) and plan 18–24 week pushes
👉 Use sleep, hunger, libido, pumps & performance as your checkpoints
👉 Avoid dirty bulks that wreck digestion and training quality
👉 Time mini-cuts and know when it’s really time to diet
👉 Keep cardio & steps in for health and work capacity
👉 Navigate travel and meals out with flexible dieting skills
Grow with intent — not guesses.
📘 Learn with J3 University:
🔗 Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
🔗 Courses & Programs: j3university.com
Episode 197 — Female Growth: Why You’re Staying the Same
Training hard but not seeing the growth you expect?
John and Luke dive deep into why so many female athletes stall in the offseason — from underloading key movements to hormonal mismanagement and mindset traps that slow progress.
You’ll learn how to:
👉 Fix execution errors that limit glute and leg development
👉 Program for your division instead of following male splits
👉 Shift your mindset to overcome body image and scale anxiety
👉 Manage hormones for recovery, health, and long-term progress
👉 Set nutrition targets that keep you growing without overshooting
🎯 Learn how to train, recover, and grow with purpose.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses & Female Module: j3university.com
John and Luke unpack the decisions that delivered Shaun Clarida’s best look yet — and the repeatable principles behind it.
You’ll learn how to:
👉 Replace “harder cardio” with smarter NEAT and session quality
👉 Tighten training to fewer, better sets that hit harder
👉 Keep estrogen/support markers in a performance-friendly zone
👉 Build a peak that uses carbs + fluids to fill and keep the waist tight
👉 Standardize activity, posing, and check-ins so nothing slips late prep
👉 Create a coach–athlete lane where trust speeds decisions
📘 Learn with J3 University
🔗 Coaching: j3ucoaching.com
🔗 Education & Programs: j3university.com
More isn’t better — it’s just faster to burnout.
John and Luke break down how to build PED strategies that sustain progress instead of stall it. From post-show transitions to escalation logic and rate-of-gain planning, this episode covers everything you need to make smarter, more productive off-seasons.
You’ll learn how to:
Assess what actually worked in your last offseason
Decide when (and if) to escalate PEDs
Match your stack to your training and recovery reality
Avoid the “blast and crash” trap
Keep health metrics steady while you grow
🎯 Build smarter, not harder.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
Flat or spilled—or just tired and inflamed?
John and Luke show you how to build a peak-week assessment that actually works: daily photo/weight flows, “matrix” ranges for food/fluids/sodium, and the cues that tell you when to push or pull back.
Plus: dealing with travel, lighting, leg-day timing, and athlete honesty so you don’t misread a look on show day.
You’ll learn to:
Tell flat vs. full vs. spilled with confidence
Use data (not vibes) to steer the peak
Avoid common traps—lighting, stress, inflammation, timeline crunch
Set non-negotiable check-in cadence that keeps you in control
📚 Learn More with J3 University:
Work with a J3U Coach: https://j3ucoaching.com
Level 1 Physique Coaching Curriculum: https://j3university.com/level-one
Female Module: https://j3university.com/females
Your stage look is free feedback. Here’s how to turn it into an offseason plan that works.
John and Luke break down: needs analysis after a show, when to specialize, how to set starting volume/frequency, the “earn the load” progression model, and adding prehab and waist work so you grow without breaking.
🎯 Build the split your physique actually needs.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
Episode 192 — What the Season Taught Me
Every prep reveals patterns. John and Luke break down John’s latest season — from offseason setups to peak week decisions — and show how to run a season audit that strips emotion and builds better systems.
Takeaways include:
Offseason training design lessons
Why timelines matter more than motivation
The difference between “flat but conditioned” vs. “full and competitive”
How to apply judge’s feedback into the next season
🎯 A practical roadmap for athletes and coaches to keep raising the standard.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
PED education is often either oversimplified or overhyped. In this episode, John Jewett and Luke Miller bring on Dr. Todd Lee (IFBB Pro, MD, and founder of Anabolic University) to cut through the noise.
They cover:
Why an HRT base is non-negotiable
Testosterone, estrogen, and DHT — the real interplay
Masteron vs. Primo vs. EQ vs. DHB
Low-dose Tren and when it makes sense
Smarter hair-loss protocols beyond finasteride
The balance between chasing results and managing risk
🎯 A must-listen for serious competitors and coaches who want to understand PEDs at a deeper level.
Work with J3U Coaches → j3ucoaching.com
Courses → j3university.com
Episode 190 | The Second Peak Done Right
The first peak gets you to stage. The second is your chance to refine it.
In this episode, John Jewett and Luke Miller cover how to improve from show to show without fading:
Using timelines and worst-case planning to stay ahead
Why nerves drop after the first show — and how it helps your look
Data and matrix systems for food, fluids, and bodyweight
Mistakes to avoid with training, travel, and PED adjustments
🎯 Don’t just repeat your first look — refine it.
Work with J3U Coaches → j3ucoaching.com
Courses → j3university.com
Post-show is where many athletes go wrong. Is it really the best growth window — or the most dangerous time to push?
John and Luke break down how to:
Balance recovery with progress
Manage nutrition and hunger without spilling over
Adjust training volume without overreaching
Use PEDs strategically, not recklessly
Set up your offseason for maximum success
🎯 Turn your rebound into a foundation for long-term growth.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
Episode 188 — Between Shows Done Right: Refining the Peak
One show down, the next one around the corner. How do you refine your peak to come in better, not worse?
John and Luke break down the step-by-step process of improving between shows, including:
Assessing feedback and photos objectively
Fat loss timelines and recovery between peaks
Food and PED adjustments when you need to sharpen vs. when you need to coast
Why stability beats over-manipulation
Data-driven methods for consistently nailing your look
🎯 Bring your best physique every time you step on stage.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
The show is over, the tan is still fresh — and the next 7 days will determine how productive your entire offseason will be.
John and Luke share the strategy and psychology behind the most important week after a show, including:
Setting realistic weight gain targets
Structuring food to control hunger and fluid retention
PED adjustments for a smooth transition
Training, cardio, and recovery changes
How to keep your big-picture goals in focus
🎯 Don’t waste your hard-earned prep — use these 7 days to set up your best offseason yet.
Work with J3U Coaches: j3ucoaching.com
Courses: j3university.com
What if you were ready before peak week even started?
In this episode, John and Luke break down the best-case scenario of being show-ready early — and how to navigate it without sabotaging the finish. From strategic deoutput to testing refeed protocols and PED tweaks, they walk you through the real pro move: peaking before peak week.
Get coached: j3ucoaching.com
Learn more: Level 1 + Female Module
Peak week doesn’t have to be a mystery.
In this episode, John and Luke break down how to structure peak week using their proven matrix-based approach — removing guesswork, reducing client stress, and ensuring stage-ready results.
From digestion and hydration to training and visual assessments, they reveal what most people get wrong and how to fix it.
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Prep mistakes? We still make them.
In this episode, John and Luke get honest about the coaching and athlete errors that even seasoned pros still fall into — from chasing extra condition to letting clients go too far. If you’re coaching others or prepping yourself, this one’s a must-listen for leveling up without burning out.
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📚 Level 1 & Female Module
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Sometimes the best coaching move is doing nothing at all.
John and Luke explain how to resist reactive decisions, read trendlines, and avoid coaching out of emotion — especially when athletes “feel” like something’s off. Learn how to hold the plan with purpose and why doing less often leads to better results.
🔥 J3U Coaching | Level 1 | Female Module
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You didn’t need a refeed — you needed a de-output.
In this episode, John and Luke break down why mistimed refeeds can stall fat loss — and how strategic de-output days can help manage fatigue, preserve performance, and keep your prep moving forward.
Learn when to pull food, when to pull back on training and cardio, and how to plan for peak performance with real athlete examples.
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