Episode 382: Shit They Don't Tell You About CARDIO

In this episode, Danika sits down with ProPhysique coaches Matt and Fatima — a powerhouse duo based in South Africa. They share how having a supportive partner can elevate your fitness journey, while also opening up about their own personal transformations. The conversation highlights the delicate balance between accountability and empathy when coaching clients, and why both are essential for long-term success.

Join our prep hosts as they break down sh*it they don't tell you about CARDIO! Dispelling some common misconceptions when it comes to cardio, they touch on HIIT vs LISS cardio, cardio specifically for fat loss, different cardio modalities and MORE. 

Kara Corey joins Danika for an honest conversation about evolving through life's biggest transitions, taking risks and chances that shift the trajectory of your life and staying grounded and authentic in the public eye. They talk fitness at 40, redefining success, career changes and what it really takes to build a life you feel proud of- inside and out. This episode is full of perspective, inspiration, and real talk for anyone entering a new chapter or itching to make a change.

In this episode, our hosts break down common perceived "setbacks" that often stop people from pursuing the stage. A major focus is on age and dieting history, and why these factors don't have to be dealbreakers. They discuss how to set yourself up for success without running yourself into the ground through extreme or repeated dieting phases, and how to take a proactive approach for long-term progress and sustainability in the sport.

Paul, Danika, and Ron dive into Ron's journey as a retired police detective and new coach, and how the gym has remained a consistent anchor for him over the years. The conversation expands into how training goes beyond the physical, often becoming a key outlet for mental clarity and stability when life feels overwhelming.

In this fun episode, our prep hosts talk candidly about some common myths in the space of bodybuilding. From dispelling myths such as "you can only eat chicken and rice to be successful in prep" to "hip thrusting makes your waist blocky," our hosts keep it real and give you their honest and educated insight on some prevelent myths out there!

Join Paul for a special bonus episode where he sits down to talk with former Bikini Olympian, Lawna Dunbar on the recent announcement of her switch to Fit Model in 2026! Paul and Lawna discuss what prompted this decision along with all of the changes that they are implementing, with her training and diet, going into her Fit Model debut. 

In this episode, Danika is joined by AnnMarie Lawrence to discuss life's adventures, curveballs and unforeseen events that tend to throw us off course. They dicuss how to keep to your constants, set your ground work, your ceiling versus floor expectations and the value of both. AnnMarie also shares her BIG (and super exciting) news along with how she is mentally and physically preparing herself during this exciting time.

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.