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#50 Lawrence Grieve: Identity & Bodybuilding, from the stage to ultra running
Jun 3, 2026
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#49 Geoffrey Verity Schofield: The Journey to 6% body fat
May 20, 2026
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#48 Underrated vs Overrated: Clickers in the mouth, training intensity & more
May 13, 2026
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#47 Shaun Fury: Shaping the future of natural bodybuilding
May 6, 2026
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#46 Steve Hall: What I’ve changed my mind on in bodybuilding
Apr 22, 2026
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| 6/3/26 | #50 Lawrence Grieve: Identity & Bodybuilding, from the stage to ultra running | The latest episode of Beyond The Muscle is now live on YouTube, Spotify & Apple podcasts.This was my 50th episode and I had the pleasure of chatting with Lawrence Grieve.Lawrence put out a post recently stating that he’s taking a step away from competing in bodybuilding, and the mature and transparent way he approached this really resonated with me.In the chat we discuss Lawrence’s bodybuilding journey, how large a part of one’s identity bodybuilding should take up, his decision to take a step away from competing and why it was the right decision, his transition to ultra running and more.This was a thoroughly enjoyable chat and one I’m sure you’ll get some real value from.Make sure you’re following Beyond the Muscle on YouTube and Spotify and give Lawrence a follow too.Timestamps…00:00 Introduction & Lawrence’s Bodybuilding Background01:57 Star Wars, Andor & Storytelling04:50 Why Lawrence Stepped Away from Competitive Bodybuilding10:31 Losing Passion for Training & Contest Prep14:13 Identity Beyond Bodybuilding18:36 Obsession, Balance & Other Interests21:23 Is Bodybuilding Inherently Monotonous?23:36 From Bodybuilding to Ultramarathon Training26:58 Running Injuries, Adaptation & Patience30:41 Does Being a Bodybuilder Help or Hurt Running?35:15 Running vs Weight Training for Mental Clarity38:18 Meditation, Faith & Managing Modern Distractions42:23 Mental Health, Complexity & the Human Mind44:34 Transferable Skills from Bodybuilding47:18 Advice for Bodybuilders Considering a New Path51:42 Quickfire Questions52:50 Arsenal FC, Football & the World Cup55:39 Advice to a Younger Self58:00 Final Thoughts & Outro | — | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | #49 Geoffrey Verity Schofield: The Journey to 6% body fat | The latest episode of Beyond The Muscle is now up on Spotify, YouTube and Apple podcasts.GVS was back for another discussion as I wanted to chat a bit more about his current dieting phase.In this chat we discuss his current diet, the way Geoff trains and how it’s changed over the years, diet side effects(old ladies in the gym) and much more! Geoff puts out some of the very best fitness content on YouTube in my opinion and it’s always great to chat to him. If you’re enjoying Beyond The muscle give me a follow on Spotify/Youtube for my these videos as well as my 2026 contest prep journey. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | #48 Underrated vs Overrated: Clickers in the mouth, training intensity & more | Josh and Dean were back to discuss various fitness topics with me in this fun episode.To hear our thoughts on clickers in the mouth, vacuums, training intensity, cardio for fat loss and more and whether we think they’re over or underrated, check this one out. If you’re enjoying Beyond the muscle give me a 5 star review on Spotify and follow the YouTube channel too for my prep updates. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | #47 Shaun Fury: Shaping the future of natural bodybuilding | In the episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Shaun Fury.Shaun is a natural bodybuilder & founder of the Natty King and he’s aiming to grow natural bodybuilding to new heights.I’m a big fan of what Shaun is aiming to achieve, and his optimism and ambition is a breath of fresh air in the, often rather clinical world of natural bodybuilding!In this chat we discuss how his love for natural bodybuilding started, the direction in which he’d like to see natural bodybuilding take and his plans to help make that happen.It was a truly enjoyable chat and one in which I’m sure you’ll get some real value from.Make sure you’re following Shaun and Beyond the Muscle on YouTube and Spotify if you’re enjoying the episodes! | — | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | #46 Steve Hall: What I’ve changed my mind on in bodybuilding | Steve Hall is back on the show for another bodybuilding discussion. In this chat Steve and I discuss changing our minds when it comes to training and nutrition. Steve has a wealth of experience and I was keen to delve into some of the areas where he’s changed his mind, both with training and diet and how his training philosophy has changed over the years.Steve was great as always and I’m sure you’ll get a lot of value from this one!If you’re enjoying Beyond The Muscle give it a 5 star review on Spotify and make sure you’re following the YouTube channel too for podcasts and prep updates! | — | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | #45 A.I in the coaching space: Productive or disruptive? | In this chat Josh, Dean and I discuss the use of a.i in the coaching space. If you want to learn about falling in love with ChatGPT, robots taking over the world and how old Josh really is then make sure you tune in!It was a lot of fun to delve into the topic of A.I in the coaching space as it becomes more and more difficult to ignore.If you’re enjoying Beyond The Muscle give me a 5 star review on Spotify, subscribe to the Youtube channel and make sure you’re following Josh and Dean too.For coaching enquiries send me a DM or check out the link in my bio. | — | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | #44 Meal plans vs flexible dieting: Which is better for natural bodybuilding? | In this episode Josh, Dean and I chat about the different dieting approaches one can take when bodybuilding.Which is better, flexible dieting or a more rigid meal plan approach? Or something in between.We explore all of that, as well as our own approaches to dieting.If you’re enjoying the podcast make sure you’re following on YouTube and Spotify and make sure you’re following Dean and Josh too!Enjoy. | — | ||||||
| 3/21/26 | # 43 Coach Faz: Lessons & insights from 3 decades of lifting | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with online coach Faz from Fazlifts.He has over 3 decades of experience in the fitness industry, as a coach, powerlifter & bodybuilder.This was a very fun chat, I’m a big fan of Faz’s YouTube channel and it was great to pick his brain and delve into various topics.We chatted about his journey from the beginning, high volume vs low volume, goals and much more.This was a thoroughly enjoyable chat and I’m sure you’ll get some value from it.Make sure you’re following Faz’s YouTube, give him a follow and if you’re enjoying Beyond The muscle give me a 5 star rating on Spotify!For coaching inquire herehttps://forms.gle/v5vySxRWUu1TzAD3A | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | #42 Why natural bodybuilding is more than just a physique goal | It’s been a couple of weeks longer than usual due to half term and other duties but we’re back with a fun episode!This was an interesting chat as Josh, Dean and I discussed identity and bodybuilding and why bodybuilding is more than just a physique goal.We discuss why athletes quit bodybuilding, our own personal journeys to the stage, the right and wrong reasons to compete and much more.Me sure you’re following Josh, Dean & Beyond The muscle on Spotify and give me a 5 star review if you’re enjoying the podcast. | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | #41 The traits that make a great bodybuilder | In this chat, we discuss the traits that make a great bodybuilder. I’ve been fortunate enough to have spoke with many bodybuilders since starting the podcast and in this episode Josh, Dean and I discuss some common trends among the great bodybuilders and what it really takes to reach an elite level.We mostly discuss the mental attributes as well as some advice to help navigate the ever increasing online element of natural bodybuilding today.If you’re enjoying the show, give me a 5 star review on Spotify and make sure you’re following Josh and Dean too!Thanks. | — | ||||||
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| 1/4/26 | #40 Darren Shepherd-Loxton - 2025 season reflections | Happy new year!The latest episode of Beyond The Muscle is live on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts.DSL was back on the podcast for a great chat. We discussed his 2025 season, his plans for next year, the landscape of natural bodybuilding and competing federations and more.I always love chatting to Darren and I’m sure you’ll find this chat a good one!If you’re enjoying Beyond The Muscle give it a 5 star review on Spotify, tag DSL and myself and make sure you’re subscribed to the channel. | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | #39 Managing relationships during a contest prep | In this chat Josh, Dean and I discuss relationships in prep and specifically how to best manage those relationships!Anyone who’s done a contest prep with a partner knows that it poses a unique challenge and we discuss some of the best ways to manage the process here.This was fun. Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify and give a 5 star review if you enjoy the show. | — | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | #38 Beyond The Muscle turns 1 - A year of lessons from the very best | Beyond the Muscle turns podcast turns 1 this month and I’ve been fortunate enough to have spent the year chatting to some of the best minds and athletes in the natural bodybuilding world.From coaches, judges, athletes and scientists, it’s been one helleva ride.This episode is a highlight reel of the year featuring some of the best insights from this years guests as well as a bit more of me talking about said guests!If you enjoy the show give me a 5 star review on Spotify and subscribe/follow the channel. | — | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | #37 How to make the most of peak week | In this episode Josh, Dean and I discuss the topic of peak week.We chat about what peak week is (and isn’t) , some misconceptions surrounding peak week, mistakes we’ve made in the past (alcohol was indeed consumed 😂) carb and sodium and much more.Make sure you check it out and follow Beyond the Muscle on Spotify! | — | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | #36 Maddy Daniel: Insights from an IFBB Wellness Pro | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with IFBB Wellness Pro Maddy Daniel.We chatted about what got Maddy into lifting, how she approaches leg training, the different categories in female bodybuilding and much more.This was a very fun conversation, Maddy was great and I’m sure you’ll get some value from this episode.Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify, follow Maddy for some cool insights into her training, tag us and give Beyond the Muscle a 5 star review on Spotify if you enjoy the podcast.Thanks! | — | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | #35 Anthony Stickings: 2 x overall champion on building a winning physique | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with fellow Anthony and natural bodybuilder Anthony Stickings.Anthony is a 2 x overall champion who made his return to stage this year with some great showings.We had this chat after he became 2 x Mr Scotland and before the BNBF British Finals.We chatted about Anthony’s training philosophy , his golden era inspirations, his mentality when it comes to competing and much more.This was a really enjoyable chat and one with some great take home points. Anthony’s love for training really shine through here.Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify & YouTube and let us know if you’re enjoying the chats! | — | ||||||
| 9/22/25 | #34 Dean Nolan: Lessons & insights from a decade of competing | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with natural bodybuilder and coach Dean Nolan.Dean has a wealth of experience competing in natural bodybuilding with a decade of experience in the sport and he had some brilliant insights in this chat. It was a lot of fun.We chat about what got Dean started in bodybuilding, some of his biggest lessons, what it was like competing in 6 different countries last year and much more.Make sure you’re following Dean, give us a like and a tag if you enjoyed the episode and follow Beyond The Muscle on Spotify/Youtube! | — | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | #33 Dr. Eric Helms: Volume, intensity & genetics in bodybuilding | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with 3DMJ and Mass Research Review co founder, Pro bodybuilder Dr. Eric Helms.3DMJ were fundamental in my initial journey to the stage in bodybuilding and their pragmatic approach to bodybuilding is very much needed in this space in my opinion.In this chat we discuss Eric’s muscle growth in his late 30’s and beyond, genetics in bodybuilding, training volume and much more.Make sure you’re following Eric and 3DMJ, give Beyond The Muscle a 5 star review on Spotify and make sure you’re following the podcast! Thanks! | — | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | #32 Monique Collman: Lessons from a figure World Champion | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with DFAC Pro Figure world champion Monique Collman.This was a great chat and one I’m sure you’ll get some value from.We chatted about her incredible 2024 season, what got Monique into lifting, her views on the negativity of social media, her views on natural federations vs natural shows and much more. If you enjoyed the episode, give me a 5 star review on Spotify and subscribe to the channel! Thanks. | — | ||||||
| 8/11/25 | #31 BNBF Southern 2025: Show review | Joshua Conde is back for this one as we review the 2025 BNBF Southern qualifier.It was great to be back at Leatherhead for this show, I have some great memories from competing there last year!Josh and I talk through all the classes we saw in this competitive qualifier. We missed some of the classes as we were helping out backstage so apologies for not covering all the classes thoroughly.There were some incredible athletes at this show and I’m excited to see how the BNBF season unfolds!Feel free to share this link if you know someone who competed here and If you enjoyed this, give me a 5 star review on Spotify & sub to the YouTube channel!Thanks. | — | ||||||
| 8/4/25 | #30 Geoffrey Verity Schofield: Volume, intensity & the truth about “optimal” training | In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with fitness writer and coach Geoffrey Verity Schofield.Geoffrey puts out some great practical content on his YouTube channel that will almost certainly be of use to any natural athlete or aspiring competitor.He’s not afraid to say it like it is and this chat we had was a ton of fun! We discuss balancing cardio with resistance work, the rise of “optimal” training and its pitfalls as well as the impact RP have had on the industry, training volume and much more.I’m sure you’ll find this chat very valuable, I certainly did and enjoyed the discussion thoroughly.Make sure you’re following Geoff on YouTube, follow Beyond The Muscle on Spotify and tag us!Thanks! | — | ||||||
| 7/7/25 | #29 Reaching true stage condition - My thoughts | It’s a solo one this time as I chat about the topic of reaching true stage condition.When shouldn’t you be aiming for elite condition? What does it take to reach this level of conditioning and what does it feel like. This was a fun topic to delve a bit deeper into. I’ve never really struggled with getting very lean but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy ride for me to get there! Hopefully this will provide some value to any competitor who’s either new to the sport or has struggled unlocking that next level of leanness!Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify, give me a 5 star review if you’re enjoying the show. Thank you! | — | ||||||
| 6/30/25 | #28 Dan Sutcliffe: What it takes to build world class legs | Dan Sutcliffe is back on the podcast, this time to chat leg training!Dan has some of the best legs in the game and I was keen to get him back on and delve deeper into the topic of leg training.We chat about Dan’s mindset when it comes to training lower body, how his leg training has evolved over the years, some mistakes he’s made and much more.We also do a q and at the end which was fun.Give Beyond The Muscle a 5 star review on Spotify if you’re enjoying the show, tag us and make sure you’re following Dan too.Thanks! | — | ||||||
| 6/23/25 | #27 Utti Hietala: Insights from a 3 x Finnish Champion (part 2) | Utti Hietala is back for part 2 and I wanted to take a deeper dive into bodybuilding training specifically this time around.We chat about Utti’s specialisation training routine and how he utilises this to extract as much from his training as possible, his use of lengthened partials, rest periods and our differing takes on this and much more.It was a tremendously insightful chat and one I’m sure you’ll get some real value from.Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify, tag us and follow Utti too for some great training related content. | — | ||||||
| 6/9/25 | #26 Dr. Zena Al Kelaby: Competing, judging & balancing a high pressure career | In this episode I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with DFAC pro figure athlete, BNBF judge, NBW athlete and vet Dr Zena Al Kelaby.This was a really fun chat and there’s a ton to take away here.We chatted about some key insights from behind the judges table, how Zena manages to balance bodybuilding with a busy career and coaching business, how her training has changed over the years and much more.Make sure you’re following Beyond The Muscle on Spotify, give me a 5 star rating if you’re enjoying the podcast, tag us and follow Zena too to get an insight into her training and bodybuilding journey. | — | ||||||
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