How Hard Should You Train? IFBB Pro Kuba Cielen on Volume, Intensity & Optimal Growth

How Hard Should You Train? IFBB Pro Kuba Cielen on Volume, Intensity & Optimal Growth

IFBB Pro Kuba Cielen and Scott McNally break down how hard you really need to train to build muscle. We cover training volume vs intensity, finding the optimal workload, avoiding overtraining, and what actually drives long-term growth. Simple, actionable advice for lifters who want better progress without wasting time.

0:00 – 🔥 Teaser Clip — Heavy Training & Real Talk with IFBB Pro Kuba Cielen0:34 – Catching Up with Kuba Cielen: Offseason Update, Goals & Mindset3:27 – Are Coaches Spreading Themselves Too Thin? The “Jack of All Trades” Problem7:54 – How to Find the Right Training Volume & Frequency for Growth20:50 – What Made Jay Cutler’s Training So Effective? Breaking Down His Method26:41 – Can You Combine High Volume AND High Intensity Training?27:44 – Signs You’re Doing Too Much (or Too Little) in the Gym38:20 – Does Training More Often Really Lead to More Muscle?44:14 – The Most Optimal Training Approach: What Actually Works48:57 – Listener Q&A: Is High-Level SLU (Specific Load Utilization) Beneficial?57:45 – Should You Add Weight Fast or Prioritize Perfect Form for Long-Term Progress?


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Bodybuilding Nerds - 1 Gram of Gear & An Arm Day + IG Stalking Pittsburgh Pro Competitors

Bodybuilding Nerds - 1 Gram of Gear & An Arm Day + IG Stalking Pittsburgh Pro Competitors

Bodybuilding Nerds Vijay Puri & Scott McNally - Pittsburgh Pro Heavy Hitters, Detroit Pro Competitors, Gear Talk, Shout Outs! And Good ol' Fashion Bar Burgers! Chapters Below 1:30 Scott’s training and Increasing carbs, deeper into a diet 4:30 Vijay’s training 6:50 Vijay’s Cycle - Removed EQ, Added Mast 10:30 Scott Started Some Gear 21:00 Why Delt Day & Arm Day is So Great! 23:25 Shout Outs !!! Comment for a shout out 27:40 Food and Supplement Reviews 41:30 Pittsburgh Pro Competitors 43:35 Michal Krizo 47:50 Good Vito 53:30 Nick Walker vs Good Vito 54:55 Derek Lunsford 57:40 If Derek wins Pitt, What does that mean for the Olympia? 58:50 Nick Walker 1:00:45 Nick Walker Not training to failure 1:02:45 Martin Fitzwater 1:05:45 Martin Compared To Melvin Anthony 1:08:20 Detroit Pro 1:15:30 Burgers in Detroit 1:20:10 Breakfast in TN 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/CFW0X3bXXTc

27 Mar 1h 26min

Muscle Minds 170 Extreme Stretches, Lengthened Position Training & Sarcomerogenesis

Muscle Minds 170 Extreme Stretches, Lengthened Position Training & Sarcomerogenesis

Muscle Minds Podcast with Dr Scott Stevenson & Scott McNally 00:00 Introduction to Muscle Minds and Training Philosophy 01:00 Understanding Stretching in Fortitude Training 03:17 The Role of Occlusion and Extreme Stretching 10:39 Exploring Sarcomerogenesis and Muscle Growth 17:14 Practical Applications of Lengthened Position Training 25:48 Understanding Blood Flow and Muscle Activation 33:20 Incorporating Occlusion Training in Workouts 35:41 Adjusting Training Cycles: On and Off Cycle Strategies 46:04 Maintaining Strength During Diet Phases ✅ Signed Copy of Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach (15% goes to ASPCA) https://www.ebay.com/itm/205121965946 🔴 Reach out to Scott or Scott for consults or coaching : Dr Scott = http://www.byobbcoach.com Scott = mcnallydiets@gmail.com 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca ✅ Amino Asylum code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ ✅ Parabolic Peptides Code THINK for 10% off SLU, Research Chems, Peptides & more https://parabolicpeptides.com 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/eT0zaXXIJic

25 Mar 49min

It's Just Bodybuilding 331Lunsford In Pittsburgh? Detroit Pro Tips +Birth Control w/ Victoria Felkar

It's Just Bodybuilding 331Lunsford In Pittsburgh? Detroit Pro Tips +Birth Control w/ Victoria Felkar

It's Just Bodybuilding Podcast 331 Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally FT Victoria Felkar - Derek Lunsford Pittsburgh Pro? Detroit pro Restaurant & Gym Tips, Best Birth Control for Bodybuilding with Expert Victoria Felkar, Returning from a Layoff, Best Brand Gym Machines - Chapters Below! 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore! https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON or DUSTY for savings 00:00 Teaser 01:00 Welcome Back to It's Just Bodybuilding 02:55 Gift Giving and Personal Connections 06:03 Bodybuilding Insights and Upcoming Competitions 09:00 Derek Lunsford Pittsburgh Pro? 12:03 Chris Aceto's Coaching Strategies 18:02 Food Preferences and Dieting Tips 20:00 Who do you call if you wake up in jail 27:22 Returning to Training After Setbacks 32:16 The Joy of Progress in Bodybuilding 36:42 Consistency in Nutrition and Training 40:40 Exploring Local Eats Before the Detroit Pro 42:35 Candy Bar Debates and Sweet Nostalgia 48:28 Discussing PEDs and Birth Control in Bodybuilding 50:06 Expert Insights: Hormonal Birth Control and PEDs 51:39 Understanding the Complexities of Contraceptives 54:22 Evaluating Contraceptive Options for Bodybuilders 57:04 The Role of Barrier Methods in Contraception 01:00:25 Tracking Fertility: The FAM Method 01:02:54 Choosing the Right Hormonal Contraceptive 01:05:12 The Risks of Discontinuing Birth Control During Prep 01:11:20 Lighthearted Banter: Gym Equipment Preferences 01:17:05 Hydration Strategies for Optimal Performance 01:19:37 Debating Kai Greene's Olympia Potential 01:20:49 The Purpose of Arm Day 01:25:42 Advice for Young Bodybuilders 01:30:24 The Importance of Enjoying the Process 01:38:15 Worst Training Advice Ever 01:43:35 Closing Thoughts and More Detroit Food Recommendations 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products Follow the guys on Instagram : 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 Think BIG is also brought to you by : ✅ Amino Asylum code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ ✅ Parabolic Peptides Code THINK for 10% off SLU, Research Chems, Peptides & more https://parabolicpeptides.com ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca 623662 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/aE4K2sfFvT4

25 Mar 1h 50min

Ask Me Anything 3 Scott McNally - Rebuild After Layoff, SLU-PP-332, Optimize Rebounds, Testosterone Equipoise ratio

Ask Me Anything 3 Scott McNally - Rebuild After Layoff, SLU-PP-332, Optimize Rebounds, Testosterone Equipoise ratio

Coach Scott McNally shares his 15 years coaching experience and hangs with you! -The Steps I took to get consistent after a 4 year layoff - SLU-PP-332 and Retatrutide Update - Retatrutide Dosing for Females - Carb Cycling - How to get started and adjust - Optimizing Your Rebound -Topical Finasteride -Should I add more gear or insulin? PLUS whatever you guys ask in the chat! Reach out to Scott for coaching : mcnallydiets@gmail.com Follow Scott on IG : https://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1/ Join the Think BIG Facebook Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thinkbigbodybuilding 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS - For our followers from the UK, check out tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 for cutting edge health blends like SupportMAX and SupportMax Joint. Or check out stand alone supps like TUDCA and NAC 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca

23 Mar 2h 14min

Drugs n Stuff 259 Stupidest Googled Steroids Questions 😂 & PED QA

Drugs n Stuff 259 Stupidest Googled Steroids Questions 😂 & PED QA

DNS Podcast 259 - Dave Crosland & Scott McNally - Deca & Tren Together? Benefits of SHBG, Controlling Cholesterol, Chapters Below.. 4:00 Stupidest Googled Questions About Steroids 7:00 HGH for rich kids with short stature 8:00 vocal changes with gear 9:20 Steroids from Walmart ? 10:00 Taking gear Nasally ? 11:00 Steroids and Sperm 12:00 Vascularity and steroids 13:00 adenosine monophosphate 15:20 Steroids from 7-11 ? Listener Questions 17:50 Benefits of SHBG 22:00 Combatting Cholesterol Issues on Gear 31:00 How helpful is clen for fat loss? 32:00 Will Primo go back to being faked frequently? 35:00 Dave’s gear testing 36:50 Combining Tren with Deca 39:00 Flush vs Non-Flush Niacin for Cholesterol 40:30 The Anabolic Switch? 45:20 Insulin for MMA to fill out after weigh ins 47:00 GH for rheumatoid arthritis? Not so much 50:00 Will high estrogen help build muscle? 52:30 Cool shout outs 54:00 How did Dave Meet His Wife + Uncle Dave’s Wisdom 🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching! 💪 Dave : https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/ 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com Reach out and learn more about coaching for competitors and non-competitors alike 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS - For our followers from the UK, check out tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 for cutting edge health blends like SupportMAX and SupportMax Joint. Or check out stand alone supps like TUDCA and NAC ✅ Amino Asylum code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ ✅ Parabolic Peptides Code THINK for 10% off SLU, Research Chems, Peptides & more https://parabolicpeptides.com 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Share this video with a friend : https://youtu.be/ovMdFZLS2vw

23 Mar 1h 6min

Blood Sweat & Gear 292 Bodybuilding Coaching

Blood Sweat & Gear 292 Bodybuilding Coaching

BSG Bodybuilding Coaching QA -Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, Scott McNally 0:00 Intro 0:45 Is Facebook for Old People? 1:55 Information Overload 5:00 How many sets should be HARD failure per week? 11:30 Anxiety from EQ 16:45 SLU—PP-332 minimal dose 25:00 Acne on and off cycle 33:25 How long to clear up scar tissue 36:20 Test EQ cycle plans for a newbie 39:20 TRT for an aging dog 40:40 Gaining muscle without getting attention from others in EU 44:00 getting attention as a bodybuilder 46:45 Nose bleeds on cycle - Not BP or thick blood 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ Amino Asylum code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ ✅ Parabolic Peptides Code THINK for 10% off SLU, Research Chems, Peptides & more https://parabolicpeptides.com 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca Reach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com 🔴 Share this video with a friend : https://youtu.be/SQXAIibyjQk

20 Mar 50min

It's Just Bodybuilding 330 Martin Fitzwater V Nick Walker 2025 Fr Ron Harris

It's Just Bodybuilding 330 Martin Fitzwater V Nick Walker 2025 Fr Ron Harris

It's Just Bodybuilding Podcast 330 Ron Harris joins Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally Chapters 00:00 teaser and intro 02:59 When Bodybuilding was on ESPN 05:00 91 Olympia 08:50 Boycotts in Bodybuilding - Ali Bilal 20:00 Nick Walker vs. Bob Cicherillo Drama 24:00 Would Nick Walker Have Turned Pro In The 90's? 27:40 Bob Breaks Up with the Arnold Classic 30:03 Analyzing Martin's Physique and Competition 32:00 Nick Walker vs. Martin Fitzwater Showdown 35:25 The Impact of Chris Bumstead's Retirement 40:43 Shaun Charida in 2025 44:00 Willian Bonac and Brandon Curry in 2025 47:55 Phil Heath: The Last Open Dynasty? 55:00 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Shows and Excitement 57:17 Nostalgic Encounter with Ronnie Coleman back in the day 59:55 Reflections on Career Choices and Industry Changes 01:02:01 Adapting to New Trends in Bodybuilding 01:10:51 Supporting a Community Member in Need - Dave "Mad Max" Bourlet Help Dave Here : https://tinyurl.com/496s8njz 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore! https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON or DUSTY for savings 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products 🔴 Follow Ron Harris on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@UCC6DsrFRfkyXq0SeJy4Qi-A Follow the guys on Instagram : 💪 https://www.instagram.com/ronharrismuscle/ 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/LtELhPpjc4w

19 Mar 1h 17min

Drugs n Stuff 258 Primo Raw Supply Issues + Former Steroid Kingpin Story

Drugs n Stuff 258 Primo Raw Supply Issues + Former Steroid Kingpin Story

DNS Podcast with Dave Crosland & Scott McNally Ft Ryan Root, former Steroid Dealer CHAPTERS BELOW 0:00 teaser 1:00 Intro 3:00 Primo Supply Issues 8:00 Ryan Root - Getting into Dealing 18:20 Taking the business online 25:20 Graduating to producing his own product 33:10 How the operation worked 36:00 The beginning of the end 40:00 Getting Raided 44:40 The mentality of running this business 50:45 Dave’s work as an expert witness LISTENER QUESTIONS 57:00 Making a massive transformation - wants to add gear 1:15:45 Low dose deca for shoulder issues 1:17:45 Muscle twitches with shots? 1:20:15 Ryan Clinic 🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching! 💪 Dave : https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/ 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com Reach out and learn more about coaching for competitors and non-competitors alike 🔴 Follow everything Ryan is doing : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormonesforme/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXTG9HbbD2uC1zZwAR9djgQ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/Hormonesforme/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homonesforme/ Book: Memoirs of a Steroid Kingpin: https://fictionate.me/books/5811D34A-9E1A-45DF-BABC-244BF26641E5 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK http://www.truenutrition.com 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS - For our followers from the UK, check out tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 for cutting edge health blends like SupportMAX and SupportMax Joint. Or check out stand alone supps like TUDCA and NAC ✅ Amino Asylum code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ ✅ Parabolic Peptides Code THINK for 10% off SLU, Research Chems, Peptides & more https://parabolicpeptides.com 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/lhYKb0zv1Fo

17 Mar 1h 28min

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