by Prep Coach Podcast
Giving you the Best Knowledge and Tools that you can Practically Apply to become a better Competitor and Coach 🏆 🎙Hosted by Michael Trimboli, Scott Morrell, & Michael Galante. #prepcoachpodcast
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April 16, 2025
<p>We’re back after an epic start to the Autumn Season with our first-ever Gold Coast show – and it absolutely delivered. In this episode, we go behind the scenes on what made it such a standout event, including venue setup, stage production, athlete feedback, and that packed house energy.<br>We also dive into critical topics for first-timers, including peak week protocols, posing rules, and what separates good reverses from great ones. If you're planning to do two comps in a row or want to fine-tune your show day strategy, this episode is packed with gold.</p><p><br>We cover:<br>✅ Gold Coast Show Recap — Why this venue could rival Tassie as our best<br>✅ Venue Production — Building the floor from scratch (yes, there was blood)<br>✅ Athlete Culture — Why the backstage energy was next level<br>✅ First-Timer Insight — Why posing workshops are a game-changer<br>✅ Peak Week for Bikini — What matters (and what doesn’t)<br>✅ Posing Rules — Clarifying back pose hair, hands, and height differences<br>✅ Back-to-Back Shows — How to manage fluid, food, and look sharp twice<br>✅ NBA vs IFBB — The key differences between divisions and expectations<br>✅ Safe Supplement Use — Why batch-tested matters for natural athletes<br>✅ Diuretics in Peak Week — Why we don’t recommend them<br>✅ Warming Up Right — Can too many warm-ups kill your set?</p><p><br>🎧 Whether you're an athlete, coach, or just love the behind-the-scenes of bodybuilding, this one’s loaded with insight, strategy, and plenty of banter.</p><p><br></p><p>HOSTS🎙</p><p>Michael Trimboli | Scott Morrell | Michael Galante</p><p><br></p><p>LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE 👍</p><p>Thanks for watching!</p><p><br></p><p>LISTEN 🎧</p><p>Anchor - https://anchor.fm/prepcoachpodcast</p><p>Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0ex8tkAzDHEBVZVK6Js5AN</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW 👇</p><p>PREP COACH PODCAST - https://www.instagram.com/prepcoachpodcast/</p><p>Michael Trimboli - https://www.instagram.com/michaeltrimbolifit/</p><p>Scott Morrell - https://www.instagram.com/powerhouse_sc/</p><p>Michael Galante - https://www.instagram.com/coachmg_ont/</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer</p><p>The information presented is for informational and entertainment purposesonly and is not intended as medical advice nor is it a substitute for professionaladvice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or condition. Consult yourphysician or health care practitioner before beginning any nutrition,supplementation or exercise program. Anyone on this podcast does not assume any liability for the information provided. Any application of the recommendations or use of the information contained herein is at your discretion and sole risk,and you specifically waive any right to make any claim against anyone on this podcast.</p>
April 8, 2025
<p>In this episode we go behind the scenes with Ash, the owner of NRG Gym in Essendon, Melbourne. What started as a dream has turned into one of the most respected, community-driven gyms in the city—without a cent spent on traditional marketing. From retail beginnings to an incredible gym, Ash shares how he built more than just a place to train—he built a culture.</p><p><br>We explore Ash’s story from growing up in Greece and serving in the military, to moving to Australia and building a successful retail fitness business that laid the foundation for NRG. He walks us through every decision—from the equipment brand choices to the layout, the vibe, and the type of members NRG draws in. If you've ever wondered what it really takes to run a gym, or you're just curious how a destination gym like NRG came to be, you’ll love this one.</p><p><br>✅ Ash’s dream to create the ultimate gym—and how he turned it into a reality<br>✅ Why NRG launched with no signups, no promotions, and no public ownership reveal<br>✅ Ash’s background in fitness retail, managing top stores, and becoming Australia’s #1 sales rep<br>✅ Wild COVID-era stories: shopfront lines and sold-out stocks<br>✅ Thoughtful gym design: why NRG is the “just right” size for community and function<br>✅ Behind the brand choices: Matrix, Panatta, Gym80, Watson, and Glute Builder explained<br>✅ Why filming rules were updated—and how NRG handles content creators today<br>✅ Ash’s recent comp-prep-style cut with coach Scott —and why he didn’t step on stage<br>✅ Training at 43, dealing with injuries, and finally hiring a coach after 25 years<br>✅ The future of NRG: sauna rooms, cold plunges, massage therapy, and a café coming soon<br>✅ Building a gym culture where people respect the gym enironment</p><p><br>🎧 Whether you’re a gym owner, coach, athlete, or just someone who loves quality training environments, this is a fascinating look at what it means to build something special from the ground up.</p><p><br>📍 Check out NRG Gym at 321-319 Pascoe Vale Rd, Essendon<br>☕ Recovery rooms and in-house café opening soon</p><p><br></p><p>HOSTS🎙</p><p>Michael Trimboli | Scott Morrell | Michael Galante</p><p><br></p><p>LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE 👍</p><p>Thanks for watching!</p><p><br></p><p>LISTEN 🎧</p><p>Anchor - https://anchor.fm/prepcoachpodcast</p><p>Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0ex8tkAzDHEBVZVK6Js5AN</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW 👇</p><p>PREP COACH PODCAST - https://www.instagram.com/prepcoachpodcast/</p><p>Michael Trimboli - https://www.instagram.com/michaeltrimbolifit/</p><p>Scott Morrell - https://www.instagram.com/powerhouse_sc/</p><p>Michael Galante - https://www.instagram.com/coachmg_ont/</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer</p><p>The information presented is for informational and entertainment purposesonly and is not intended as medical advice nor is it a substitute for professionaladvice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or condition. Consult yourphysician or health care practitioner before beginning any nutrition,supplementation or exercise program. Anyone on this podcast does not assume any liability for the information provided. Any application of the recommendations or use of the information contained herein is at your discretion and sole risk,and you specifically waive any right to make any claim against anyone on this podcast.</p><p><br></p>
April 2, 2025
<p>In this episode, we kick things off with a full recap of opening weekend for TMG athletes Ash and Poppy at IFBB, breaking down the wins, learnings, and tweaks heading into Ash’s back-to-back comp prep for IFBB South Australia. We go deep on real-world peak week strategies, carb loads, sodium manipulation, and how to balance recovery between shows. Plus, we wrap with a classic topic—why Scotty’s leg days really are that brutal.</p><p><br>We cover:<br>✅ IFBB Recap — Ash wins true novice & novice, Poppy claims juniors with a 12kg improved package<br>✅ Peak Week Wins — Smooth top-ups, strategic loading & lessons from show day<br>✅ When the Tan Fades — Back pose impact, gloss loss & stage presentation timing<br>✅ Show Day Recovery — How Ash dropped to a new low & what sore posing taught us<br>✅ Cardio & Sodium — Managing inflammation & post-show fluid balance<br>✅ Posing Practice Limits — Knowing when to pull back between shows<br>✅ Back-to-Back Comps — How to re-peak, tweak carb loads & avoid burnout<br>✅ Remote Coaching — Detailed show-day plans, FaceTime check-ins & athlete management<br>✅ Nationals or Not? — Ash’s season plans & thoughts on natural federation crossover<br>✅ Mega Workshop Brisbane — April 6th at Stafford, meet the posing coaches & QLD athletes<br>✅ Peak Week Explained — Linear loads, glycogen supercomp, fat-fibre-carb strategy<br>✅ Plateau Talk — When to adjust, when to hold, and what actually causes stalled fat loss<br>✅ Scotty’s Leg Days — What really makes them hurt, and why it's more than just programming</p><p><br>🔥 Whether you're prepping for your next comp, coaching athletes, or just love geeking out on peak week, this one’s packed with real takeaways and a few good laughs.<br></p><p>HOSTS🎙</p><p>Michael Trimboli | Scott Morrell | Michael Galante</p><p><br></p><p>LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE 👍</p><p>Thanks for watching!</p><p><br></p><p>LISTEN 🎧</p><p>Anchor - https://anchor.fm/prepcoachpodcast</p><p>Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0ex8tkAzDHEBVZVK6Js5AN</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW 👇</p><p>PREP COACH PODCAST - https://www.instagram.com/prepcoachpodcast/</p><p>Michael Trimboli - https://www.instagram.com/michaeltrimbolifit/</p><p>Scott Morrell - https://www.instagram.com/powerhouse_sc/</p><p>Michael Galante - https://www.instagram.com/coachmg_ont/</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer</p><p>The information presented is for informational and entertainment purposesonly and is not intended as medical advice nor is it a substitute for professionaladvice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or condition. Consult yourphysician or health care practitioner before beginning any nutrition,supplementation or exercise program. Anyone on this podcast does not assume any liability for the information provided. Any application of the recommendations or use of the information contained herein is at your discretion and sole risk,and you specifically waive any right to make any claim against anyone on this podcast.</p><p><br></p>
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