Episode 375: Raw Prep Q&A: Awkward Check-Ins & Lower Body Fixes

Join our prep hosts, Paul, Evan and Lexie, as they dive into a fun and informative Q&A. From sharing their funniest check in moments, to addressing lower body fixes such as how to downsize the quads while building the glutes, our hosts touch on a variety of information centered around prep and competitors.

Join Paul, Lexie, and Evan as they pull back the curtain on the realities of fat loss and prep that rarely get talked about. The hosts break down common misconceptions around losing body fat and dive into topics that are often left out of the conversation.

In this episode, Danika and Paul share their personal intentions and goals for the new year ahead, break down the most common New Year goals they hear as coaches, and discuss the tools, mindset shifts, and systems that actually help you set meaningful goals and stay consistent in working toward them.

In this episode, our hosts reflect on some of their favorite core memories from 2025 — from standout shows to unforgettable moments and everything in between. They also break down the year's ins, outs, and in-betweens, sharing what they noticed, what stuck, and what they're carrying with them into the new year.

If you're thinking about competing in 2026, this episode is your starting point. We break down common goal-setting mistakes, realistic timelines, and how to approach prep goals like a mature, serious athlete. From choosing the right season to understanding what actually needs to be built before prep begins, this conversation helps you move from vague ambition to a clear, executable plan.

In this episode, Paul, Danika, and Stephanie sit down to discuss the evolution of a lifestyle client transitioning into a prep client. They break down what truly changes when an athlete makes this shift — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From readiness and expectations to the increased demands of prep, the hosts share real coaching insight on how (and when) a lifestyle client is actually prepared to take the leap into competition.

In this episode, our hosts recap NPC Nationals from this past weekend, where each had athletes competing on the national stage. They share firsthand observations from the show, discuss trends they noticed across divisions, and dive into what truly separates athletes who are ready to compete at the national level from those who still need more time to develop.

In this episode Danika and AnnMarie Lawrence have an honest conversation about how their approach to health, nutrition, and self-care has evolved as they have moved through different seasons of life, especially parenthood.  They explore what it means to nourish both themsleves and their families without perfection, how priorities shift when performance gives way to presence, and why health should be adaptable rather than rigid. 

In this episode, our hosts explore the common roadblocks holding athletes back in their improvement season. From training intensity to accountability and beyond, they discuss what truly moves the needle—plus the traits their top-performing athletes consistently bring to the table.

In this episode, Paul, Lexie and Evan answer some prep related questions asked by YOU guys. Questions stemming from "how to find longevity in the sport of bodybuilding" to "what to do if you gain 20lbs post show" are answered by our hosts.Enjoy this variety-packed episode filled with valuable insights across a wide range of topics!