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IJBB Episode #290: Chris Aceto's New Rules
7/10/2024

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00:00:00 - Teaser
00:02:05 - Chris Aceto - New Rules for Check-Ins
00:12:27 - Allowing workout performance to drop
00:16:41 - Losing Size and Lean Muscle
00:20:31 - Miscommunication with Coaches
00:24:10 - The Importance of Honesty with Clients
00:31:48 - Posing Coaches and Physique Preparation
00:35:38 - Dream Workout - Where, When & With Who?
00:39:56 - Training at Gold's Gym in Venice
00:43:45 - Training at Gold's Venice
00:47:40 - From Gen Pop to Freak!
00:51:28 - The Fun of Not Knowing
00:55:36 - Awkward Compliments and Training Experience
00:59:40 - Remembering Iconic TV Shows
01:03:56 - Seinfeld, Cheers, and The Office: TV Shows of Influence
01:08:03 -TV Recommendation: Shoresy
01:11:58 - Discussing "The Gentleman" movie and introducing Nova
01:16:01 - Introducing a new addition to Dusty's house
01:19:46 - We got destroyed by the audience LOL
01:23:33 - Friends and Teasing
01:27:25 - Running Out of Storage Space

 

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IJBB Episode #291: 5 Things You NEED to Know About Bodybuilding
6/17/2024

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00:00:00 - Bodybuilding Expenses and Financial Advice
00:04:18 - Bodybuilding & Student Loans - Bad Investments lol
00:08:15 - The Fashion of Bodybuilding
00:12:10 - The Joy of Buying New Clothes
00:16:12 - The Frustration of Bodybuilding Conversations
00:19:59 - Practicing Awareness in Conversation
00:23:26 - The Annoyance of Small Talk
00:27:06 - Vancouver Pro
00:31:04 - Impressive Physiques at the Competition
00:35:01 - Preparing for a Show a Week Apart
00:42:41 - The use of Lasix in bodybuilding
00:46:18 - Chris Aceto - New Rules Part 2
00:50:08 - The Flattery of Problem-Solving Abilities
00:54:21 - Prioritizing Home Gym Equipment
00:58:20 - Equipment for Legs in a Home Gym
01:02:23 - The Drive to Lift Heavy
01:10:15 - Intense Soccer Games and Feuds among Fans
01:14:30 - The Altitude of Skydiving and Airplanes
01:18:45 - Compartmentalization and Survival
01:23:04 - Helicopter ride in Hawaii
01:26:56 - Fashion Faux Pas
01:31:03 - Spectacular Female Listener

 

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IJBB Reacts Episode #32: Pro Bodybuilders React 400 lb Mass Monster Greg Kovacs
7/21/2024

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00:00:00 - The Challenges of Being a Mass Monster
00:03:07 - Remembering the Beast
00:04:33 - Meeting Greg Kovac in Australia
00:05:54 - Greg's Handheld Fan
00:08:39 - Crazy Leg Press
00:10:14 - The Size of Greg's Legs
00:11:40 - Funny Gym Fashion
00:13:15 - Gym Stories and Buffet Adventures
00:14:40 - Getting Thrown Out of All You Can Eat
00:15:56 - Giant Greg
00:17:30 - Memories of Great Kovacs
00:18:47 - Crazy Times and Pro Hormones
00:20:11 - The Rise of Andro in Sports
00:21:27 - Memory Lane Trip

 

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IJBB Episode #292: 5 Bodybuilder Best Purchases (2024)
7/24/2024

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00:00:00 - Introducing the New Dog
00:03:21 - Dogs and Hip Injections
00:07:30 - 5 things you need to buy as a bodybuilder
00:08:00 - The Joy of Rice Cookers
00:14:04 - Equipment For Progress Pics
00:17:47 - The Benefits of a Good Gym Bag
00:21:30 - Shakers and BBQ Sauce in Bodybuilding
00:25:09 - Making Noise in the Gym
00:28:57 - The Hazards of the Gym and Worst Prep Experiences
00:32:49 - Handling Life's Challenges
00:36:28 - The Biggest Mistake of my Life
00:40:11 - Should Chris Bumstead Go to Open Bodybuilding
00:43:55 - Reflecting on the Past and Future
00:47:38 - Nostalgic Reflections
00:51:33 - Trailer Park Boys and East Coast Rednecks
00:55:04 - Trailer Park Boys and One and a Half Reps
00:58:50 - Keeping Constant Tension
01:02:21 - Flushing Blood into the Muscles
01:06:12 - The Satisfaction of Finishing Tasks
01:09:40 - Delayed Gratification and Believing in the Plan
01:13:05 - Steps to Achieve Your Goals
01:17:11 - Welcome to the Dog-Friendly Building
01:20:43 - Introducing Nova to the Pack
01:24:23 - Reacts Videos

 

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IJBB Reacts Episode #33: IFBB Pros React to Dave Palumbo 90's Cult Classic
7/28/2024

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IJBB Episode #293: The Only 7 Exercises You Need for Bodybuilding
7/31/2024

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00:00:00 - Sleeping through your Class Backstage
00:05:00 - The 7 Exercises You Need
00:07:58 - The Benefits of Pull-Ups
00:11:25 - Moving Your Body Through Space
00:15:29 - Choosing the Right Back Exercise
00:19:14 - Training in the Right Gym
00:23:05 - Returning to the Old Gym
00:26:43 - The Importance of Vibe in a Gym
00:30:31 - Focusing on the Result vs. Improving in Bodybuilding
00:34:42 - Reflections on Bodybuilding Competitions
00:38:43 - Handling Losses in Life
00:43:05 - Handling Competition Results with Chris
00:47:11 - Frustration and Negativity in Bodybuilding
00:51:00 - Declining a Pro Card
00:55:30 - Understanding the Levels of Bodybuilding Competitions
00:59:08 - Gym Interactions
01:03:06 - Overestimating Competition in Bodybuilding
01:06:36 - Recognizing a Deadly Competitor
01:10:44 - Close Competition and the Importance of Timing
01:15:20 - The Mount Rushmore of Cheat Meals
01:19:31 - Favorite Food Cheat Meals
01:23:34 - Celebrating Achievements
01:27:25 - The 80/20 Rule and Lessons Learned
01:31:27 - Harvey and My Harvey

 

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IJBB Reacts Episode #34: IFBB Pros React to Legendary Mass Monsters
8/4/2024

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00:00:00 - Teaser and Intro
00:01:39 - Dallas McCarver's Back Workout
00:03:20 - The Massive Size of a Young Bodybuilder
00:05:10 - Could Dallas have been Mr. Olympia?
00:06:59 - Bodybuilder C Mystery
00:08:46 - From High School to Bodybuilding
00:10:23 - Bodybuilding and Batman Forever
00:11:56 - Shawn Ray's Analysis of Dave Palumbo at Jr USA
00:13:26 - 1995 Junior USA Bodybuilding Champion
00:15:15 - Nasser El Sonbaty and Jean Pierre Fux training
00:16:42 - Funny Stories with JP Fux and Dennis Wolf
00:20:08 - Size and Aesthetics in Bodybuilding
00:21:54 - Bodybuilding in the 90s compared to now
00:23:28 - Bodybuilders and the Impact on Society
00:25:23 - Nostalgic TV and Wasting Time
00:26:52 - Remember to Like, Share, Subscribe, and Comment!

 

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IJBB Episode #294: If You Could Only Pick 3 Row Exercises?
8/7/2024

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00:00:00 - Teaser/Intro/MUTANT/Patreon
00:03:46 - 3 Favorite Rowing Variations
00:07:24 - Favorite Back Exercises
00:10:49 - The Benefits of a Chest Supported T-bar
00:14:15 - Olympic Fun
00:17:38 - Natural Talent and Shot Accuracy
00:21:06 - Flatland at the Olympics?
00:24:41 - Nasser's Acts of Kindness
00:28:13 - Mutant on a Mission with Scott & Dusty!
00:31:00 - Turning Off a Movie
00:35:00 - The Goonies Letdown
00:35:17 - Disappointed Movie Experiences
00:39:04 - The Pool Shark Baiting
00:42:45 - Movie Recommendations and Stanley Kubrick Analysis
00:46:37 - Training for Explosiveness
00:50:08 - Running Stairs and Hip Rehab
00:53:00 - Welcome Jordan Janowitz!
00:57:05 - Training at Metroflex
01:04:10 - Preparing for the Texas Pro
01:07:52 - A Conversation with a Bodybuilder from Michigan

 

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IJBB Reacts Episode #35: IFBB Pros React To Kai Greene (Before He was a Legend)
8/11/2024

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IJBB Episode #295: Can Andrew Jacked Win The Olympia?
8/14/2024

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00:00:00 - Andrew's Texas Pro Win and Mr. Olympia Aesthetics
00:03:15 - Andrew Jacked Massive Improvements
00:06:30 - Proper Posing Techniques
00:09:34 - The Rear Double Bicep Pose
00:11:40 - Derek Lunsford Rear Double top 3 of all time?
00:15:41 - Hadi Choopan & Derek Lunsford VS Samson Dauda & Andrew Jacked
00:18:47 - Excitement for Upcoming Olympia
00:22:30 - Chris Aceto - What does Andrew need to do to win the O?
00:24:16 - Finding Happiness in Simplicity and Being Present
00:27:17 - Spending Time with Loved Ones
00:30:09 - Transition to Experiences over Possessions
00:33:13 - The Importance of Wearing a Ring
00:36:13 - The Importance of Firearm Reliability
00:39:00 - Gun Chat with Scott
00:40:00 - Overrated Underrated - Monster Energy Drinks
00:41:58 - Overrated Underrated - Watching the Olympics
00:45:00 - Frustrations with Fencing
00:47:00 - Overrated Underrated - Business Class Travel
00:51:14 - Flight to the Olympia Expo
00:54:06 - Overrated Underrated - Nickelback
00:57:09 - Chad's Talent and Nickelback's Revival
01:02:59 - Strange Movies and Tourist Activities
01:05:51 - Exploring Northern Michigan
01:08:55 - Subscribing, Commenting, and Ringing the Bell

 

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IJBB Reacts Episode #36: Evan Centopani Leg Day - Pro Bodybuilders React
8/18/2024

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00:00:00 - Warming up vs Stretching
00:01:15 - Intro & subscribe!
00:02:00 - A Visit to Montanari Brothers Powerhouse
00:02:45 - Leg Workout with Evan Centopani
00:03:25 - Treadmill
00:04:00 - Evan's Squat Technique
00:06:05 - Warming up and stretching
00:07:03 - The Importance of Different Perspectives
00:07:58 - Evan's Genuine Personality and Longstanding Relationship with Animal
00:08:56 - The Importance of Squat Depth
00:09:49 - Proper form for leg press
00:10:52 - Tupperware and Drinking Water
00:12:17 - Training Legs for Maximum Results
00:15:21 - Why were pros more conditioned in the 90's?
00:16:20 - Quad Tear Buddies
00:18:26 - Getting to know Evan
00:19:00 - Evan's Unique Fashion Choices
00:20:21 - Evan's Unassuming Style
00:21:20 - The Golden Age of YouTube
00:22:18 - Ripple Effects of Workout Videos
00:23:13 - Fan Story wearing It's Just Bodybuilding Shirt!

 

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IJBB Episode #296: The Bodybuilder Who Left Me Speechless
8/21/2024

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00:00:00 - Introduction and Greetings
00:03:27 - The First Bodybuilder I Saw in the Gym
00:07:04 - Bodybuilders and memorable encounters with King Kamali
00:10:42 - Meeting Inspirational Bodybuilders
00:14:15 - The Greatest Experience
00:17:36 - Remembering the Local Bodybuilding Competitions
00:20:47 - Stories from Bodybuilding Competitions
00:24:08 - Unique Dumbbell Row Technique
00:27:37 - Proper form for rowing exercises
00:31:14 - Pushing Yourself to the Limit in Training
00:34:49 - Favorite Competition Looks
00:38:03 - Unlocking a New Level
00:41:49 - Overcoming Stress and Doubt During Prep
00:45:18 - Overcoming Mental Challenges in Competition
00:48:48 - Overcoming Self-Doubt in Bodybuilding
00:52:20 - Cleaning Up a Puke Incident
00:55:51 - Stress: The Antichrist in Fitness
00:59:28 - Prepping for Pro Qualifiers
01:02:57 - Regulating Your Digital Diet
01:06:37 - Being present in the moment
01:10:16 - Managing Social Media Intake
01:13:56 - Working with Solid People
01:17:21 - Soothing Content and Mindful Consumption
01:20:53 - The Half Stand Up Experience