In this podcast episode, Chloe welcomes Coach Paul Revelia, a natural bodybuilder and top physique coach, to discuss all things physique. Paul shares his journey in bodybuilding, his success in competitions, and his decision to focus on coaching women in the bikini division. They discuss the importance of attending local shows to understand the reality of the sport and tailoring training based on client goals. Paul also shares his programming recommendations and his approach to the cutting phase. They discuss the challenges and expectations of competing and the importance of managing expectations. They also discuss the rise and success of one of Paul's clients, Duraja Hill Weidemoyer. The journey to becoming a coach 00:40 Paul discusses how he got started in bodybuilding, his journey as a competitor, and the coaches he worked with. Coaching and working with Layne Norton 02:05 Paul talks about howshe started coaching and the influence of Layne Norton on his coaching career. Focus on coaching bikini competitors (07:16) Paul explains why he predominantly coaches bikini competitors and how his approach differs from other coaches in the industry. *The first step in competing [00:11:01]* Paul discusses the importance of attending a local show to understand the expectations and experience of competing. *Training split and preferred program [00:14:29]* Paul shares his preferred training split of five days a week of training, with a focus on glutes and shoulders. *The benefits of longer preps [00:16:54]* Paul explains the advantages of longer preps, including improved recovery, sleep, digestion, and metabolism, and the importance of diet breaks. *The importance of post-show care [00:19:00]* Discussion on the significance of caring for athletes' well-being after a show and the benefits of reverse dieting. *Flexibility in changing show dates for pro athletes [00:19:58]* Exploration of the flexibility in changing show dates for professional athletes based on their readiness and the availability of shows. *Strategies to address physique imbalances [00:22:35]* Explanation of strategies to address physique imbalances through posing techniques and targeted training before a show. *Daraja's rise in the bikini division [00:29:34]* Discusses Daraja's journey in the bikini division, her genetics, and her rapid rise to success. *Preparing for the Olympia and adjusting muscle growth [00:34:00]* Details the preparation for the Olympia competition, the mistake of gaining muscle, and the focus on specific muscle groups for Daraja's training. Symprove - a science-backed water-based supplement containing billions of live and active bacteria that support the gut - are offering a 50% discount on your first three months subscription – Visit https://symprove.com and use our code BODCAST50 for 50% off your first three months subscriptionx Don't forget to like, subscribe, rate and review the Bodcast. It helps others find the podcast more easily!