About this episode

Gareth Sapstead discusses the essentials of building muscle and achieving body transformation.

Body transformation is the goal of nearly every individual who picks up a weight or invests hours in an exercise program, whether that is gaining strength, building muscle, or getting lean. Gareth Sapstead has spent his career spanning over two decades helping competitors and general population clients sculpt their ultimate body shape. In this episode, he dives into what it takes to build muscle, get lean, and work toward your ideal body transformation. As the editor of his newest release, 100 Best Physique Workouts, he enlisted the help of 20 additional trainers and coaches to share what has worked for them and their clients. 100 Best Physique Workouts https://ecs.page.link/FMzcA Gareth Sapstead, CSCS Gareth Sapstead is the founder of Team EPT Coaching as well as EPT Lab Fitness and Performance Gym. He delivers both worldwide and in-person coaching, driving lasting transformation, strength, and resilience. Sapstead has worked with Olympians, world champions, and countless clients in pursuit of their ultimate body shape. He is an author, writer, and international speaker whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, Men's Fitness, and Men's Health…

People in this episode

Guest: Gareth Sapstead

Topics covered

• body transformation
• muscle building
• strength training
• fitness coaching
• exercise programs

Keywords

• body transformation
• muscle building
• strength
• fitness
• exercise

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Team EPT Coaching, EPT Lab Fitness and Performance Gym, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, Men's Fitness, Men's Health

Books & works: 100 Best Physique Workouts

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