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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Drugs N Stuff 185 Optimize Your Tren Cycle/Manage Sides

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Managing Tren, MENT in TRT?, High Deca? Tamoxifen Lowering IGF TIME STAMPS BELOW | Dave Crosland & Scott McNally 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 0:00 Intro 1:20 Tren Sides and managing them 21:00 Add MENT to TRT? 24:00 Dealing with leg pain training 36:00 Nolvadex lowering IGF 38:20 Reviewing Fat Burning Stack 43:20 High WBC on TRT 47:20 First show prep cycle 49:50 HIIT Cardio during a Bulk Phase 53:30 700 deca? 🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching! 💪 Dave : http://www.croslands.org.uk 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com Reach out and learn more about coaching for competitors and non-competitors alike ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy ✅ 🇬🇧 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/ ✅ 🇬🇧 Gets Your Labs Done By Dave : https://evalbloodanalysis.com 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/7ZFp4mZOLKs

22 Maj 20231h 1min

It's Just Bodybuilding 219 | First Contest Mistakes

It's Just Bodybuilding 219 | First Contest Mistakes

It's Just Bodybuilding 219 Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally TIME STAMPS BELOW 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Leave Humanity Behind! https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON20 or DUSTY20 for savings 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 7:00 First Contest - Things You Wish You Knew 19:00 Exercise to Please Your Lady 25:40 What dictates the pace of your workout? 29:50 Does coffee and diet soda count as your water? 36:00 A Whole Prep with Just Chicken & Rice? 46:00 Leg Pain from Training 52:30 Why Cats Are Awesome 55:25 Dusty’s beard 57:50 Ron’s favorite drummer 1:02:45 Would you rather go back in time 10 years, or look ahead 5? Follow the guys on Instagram : 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 Other companies that support Think BIG : 🧪True Nutrition https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y Code THINK Build your own pre workout using their l-tyrosine, Citrulline, Beta Alanine and more. Or build an intra with a variety of carb sources plus add in their EAA. Then finish your workout off with a scoop of Team Skip Chocolate PB Cup 🇨🇦 SUPPLEMENTSOURCE.CA #1 Online Supp shop in Canada https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy offers great deals plus Free Shipping over $99. I recently saw Kabolyn on clearance for $30 off 🇬🇧 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/ 🔴 Subscribe to Think BIG Bodybuilding Media here : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrZIZSnyfieo3cX2swc36iw?sub_confirmation=1 🛎 Be sure to click the bell for notifications 🛎 🔴 Share this video with a friend : https://youtu.be/Bt-SCVBN3CM 🔈🎧 For Audio Podcast, search THINK BIG BODYBUILDING on apps or : https://soundcloud.com/user-634942648 #contestprep #bodybuildingcoach #bodybuildingpodcast

20 Maj 20231h 12min

Muscle Minds 143

Muscle Minds 143

The Science behind Semaglutide, Why does Grapefruit Juice Make Some Meds Stronger? Pharma vs Generic Growth, Fat Loading & More TIME STAMPS BELOW 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 📕 Check out Scott’s Book : http://www.byobbcoach.com 📚 Get the Hardcover here : https://amzn.to/3dykNdG And check out Fortitude Training while at his web site 💪 Coaching by Scott McNally - Reach out and learn more about coaching for competitors and non-competitors alike mcnallydiets@gmail.com 0:00 teaser 1:00 Synopsis 3:30 Semaglutide 18:45 Grapefruit Juice and orals 31:00 Fat Loading 37:20 Pharma vs Generic Growth 45:00 DC Training History 56:45 Study shows we dont go to failure 1:04:00 Scott's funny story ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy ✅ 🇬🇧 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/ 🔴 Subscribe to Think BIG Bodybuilding Media here : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrZIZSnyfieo3cX2swc36iw?sub_confirmation=1 🛎 Be sure to click the bell for notifications 🛎 🔴 Share this video with a friend : https://youtu.be/fka5vaCGZTY 🔈🎧 For Audio Podcast, search THINK BIG BODYBUILDING on apps or : https://soundcloud.com/user-634942648 #bodybuilding #semaglutide #bodybuildingpodcast

19 Maj 20231h 12min

It's Just Bodybuilding 218 Beef Stu Sutherland Ready To Serve in NY Pro

It's Just Bodybuilding 218 Beef Stu Sutherland Ready To Serve in NY Pro

Stu Sutherland hangs with Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw & Scott McNally TIME STAMPS BELOW 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Leave Humanity Behind! https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON20 or DUSTY20 for savings 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 0:55 Stu on the media tour 7:30 How did Stu get into Bodybuilding 9:30 Cheerleading and Cheer-sest ? 17:30 Influences 28:00 Progressive overload 31:30 Volume and reps 38:40 learning to listen to your body 52:00 1 wk out pics 57:20 Prep purchases 1:05:35 Post interview wrap up Follow the guys on Instagram : 💪 https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97/ 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 ✅ 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/ 🔴 video : https://youtu.be/URpqYEAd30U

17 Maj 20231h 8min

Blood Sweat & Gear 204 Nate Spear NY Pro

Blood Sweat & Gear 204 Nate Spear NY Pro

Nate Spear shares his training changes and prep for the New York Pro. We explore his training, strategic nutrition plans, and mental fortitude. Nate's inspiring story showcases the dedication needed to excel in bodybuilding. Hosted by his coach Andrew Berry along with coaches Skip Hill and Scott McNally TIME STAMPS BELOW 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 0:00 Intro 0:50 Off season 4:00 Self Confidence 6:14 Knowing your genetics 7:15 Great Progress pics from 2016-21 9:45 Progress pics from 2 wks out 14:30 Reducing food 18:30 Great training advice 27:45 Learning to take advice 29:30 New guys competing at NY Pro 32:50 Nate's Coaching Follow Nate Here : 💪 https://www.instagram.com/natespear/ Reach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com ✅ 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy ✅ 🇬🇧 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/ 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/ZsqqIqqFr0A

16 Maj 202335min

Blood Sweat & Gear 203 A Serving of Beef Stu at NY Pro

Blood Sweat & Gear 203 A Serving of Beef Stu at NY Pro

Stu Sutherland talks about his plans for the New York Pro TIME STAMPS BELOW w/ Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, Scott McNally 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! 0:00 teaser 0:40 Intro 1:00 Training at Dusty's old gym 2:00 Hunter Labrada and social media generated drama 4:00 Stu is so chill 6:50 How did he make so much progress? 10:50 Ancillaries to keep health in check 17:00 Thoughts on NY Pro 21:00 Is Stu keeping the hair? 22:35 Learning from past shows 25:00 game plan for the year 30:10 follow Stu Follow Stu Here : 💪 https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97/ Reach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com ✅ 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy ✅ 🇬🇧 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/ 🔴 Subscribe to Think BIG Bodybuilding Media here : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrZIZSnyfieo3cX2swc36iw?sub_confirmation=1 🛎 Be sure to click the bell for notifications 🛎 🔴 Share this video with a friend : https://youtu.be/hA5AE90BmAA 🔈🎧 For Audio Podcast, search THINK BIG BODYBUILDING on apps or : https://soundcloud.com/user-634942648 #bodybuildingpodcast #newyorkpro #bodybuildingcoach

15 Maj 202331min

It's Just Bodybuilding 217

It's Just Bodybuilding 217

It's Just Bodybuilding 217 Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally TIME STAMPS BELOW 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Leave Humanity Behind! https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON20 or DUSTY20 for savings 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 0:00 Teaser 0:34 Intro 2:00 Decline Bench vs Regular Bench 5:30 Digestive Issues on diet 12:20 Dusty’s scorpion encounter 14:30 How much salt preworkout? 16:50 How much water should we drink? 21:00 Dry out techniques without diuretics 29:40 Newbies coaching others 38:10 Pyramid sets 44:40 Being in recovery and losing fat 46:50 Dogs or cats 49:00 stretch marks 50:30 Things to do in Vancouver Follow the guys on Instagram : 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 Other companies that support Think BIG : 🧪Affiliated with Amino Asylum Code THINK for 20% off research chems, peptides, l-carnitine and more https://aminoasylum.shop/ref/122/ 🧪True Nutrition https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y Code THINK Build your own pre workout using their l-tyrosine, Citrulline, Beta Alanine and more. Or build an intra with a variety of carb sources plus add in their EAA. Then finish your workout off with a scoop of Team Skip Chocolate PB Cup 🇨🇦 SUPPLEMENTSOURCE.CA #1 Online Supp shop in Canada https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy offers great deals plus Free Shipping over $99. I recently saw Kabolyn on clearance for $30 off 🇬🇧 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. 🔴 Subscribe to Think BIG Bodybuilding Media here : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrZIZSnyfieo3cX2swc36iw?sub_confirmation=1 🛎 Be sure to click the bell for notifications 🛎 🔴 Share this video with a friend :https://youtu.be/VKdiq5BpU2g

13 Maj 20231h

Blood Sweat & Gear 202 Brent Swansen - NY Pro

Blood Sweat & Gear 202 Brent Swansen - NY Pro

IFBB Pro Brent Swansen talks about preparing for New York Pro TIME STAMPS BELOW Hosted by Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, Scott McNally 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps! https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding 0:00 Teaser 0:20 Intro 1:10 Welcome Brent Swansen 2:30 Game Plan since turning Pro 3:40 Working with Chad Nicholls 7:30 Diabetic bodybuilding 14:00 weighing out health risks 19:40 Focusing on health 22:10 Mindset on New York Pro 29:00 Brent’s awesome private gym Follow Brent Here : 💪 https://www.instagram.com/brentswansen/ Reach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : mcnallydiets@gmail.com ✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINK https://tinyurl.com/2p8n647y 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust ! ✅ 🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements! https://tinyurl.com/4j2t2xyy ✅ 🇬🇧 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/ 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/hA5AE90BmAA

12 Maj 202332min

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