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S3E18: Judging, Peaking, And Post-Show Blues Shape Natural Bodybuilding

S3E18: Judging, Peaking, And Post-Show Blues Shape Natural Bodybuilding

Update: 2025-10-31
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We recap WNBF Calgary with athlete results, and how judging standards play out across stacked lineups. We share training and nutrition tactics for off-season success, plus a clear plan to beat post-show blues with structure and support.

• Calgary trip highlights and vlog mention
• Off-season weight caps and stage return timelines
• Stubborn fat patterns and targeted training myths
• Pro show highlights, peaking twice, and taper value
• Bikini short analysis and judging standards
• Volume experiments for naturals during prep
• Recovery diet steps to navigate post-show blues
• Support systems, food reintroduction, and coaching continuity

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S3E18: Judging, Peaking, And Post-Show Blues Shape Natural Bodybuilding

S3E18: Judging, Peaking, And Post-Show Blues Shape Natural Bodybuilding

Adrian Ma & Brandon Emslie