This week, join me as I sit down with Andrew Chappell to discuss his return to academia and the intriguing research projects he's been immersed in. We'll delve into his off-season journey, exploring the evolution of his nutrition strategies and gaining phases over time. Plus, we'll unpack recent studies shedding light on optimal surplus sizes and offer practical recommendations. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of academia, nutrition, and physique development! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:08 Update on Andy and being back in academia 09:13 Caveats of studies 14:08 Powerbuilding 18:36 Nutrition for bodybuilders in the offseason 26:25 How heavy to go in the offseason? 32:20 What surplus to aim for? 44:39 Is a surplus needed? 55:06 Is a surplus or moderate caloric intake better? 57:40 Optimal? 01:00:49 Competing in the future https://www.instagram.com/fuelledbyscottsoats/ https://www.instagram.com/thenattybodybuildingcoach/ Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ WEBSITE: https://www.revivestronger.com/ MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/WtDsYWAAgT MEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/ SHOP: https://www.revivestronger.com/shop FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/revivestronger INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Supplements: https://cnpprofessional.co.uk - STEVE15 for 15% off __________________________________________________________________ If you want to support us via a donation, that's highly appreciated! Patreon • https://www.patreon.com/revivestronger Don't like Patreon, go to Paypal! • https://bit.ly/2XZloJ4 __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ Primer Phase Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-primer-phase/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://goo.gl/c7FSJD JPS Mentorship • https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/a/13324/esJ8AZwy Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://goo.gl/S8s6tG __________________________________________________________________ When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form: https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices