
461: A Hero's Journey | Obesity to Stage - Colby Sousa
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Colby Sousa—sport scientist, coach, and lifter—to discuss his journey from being an overweight kid to pursuing a PhD in hypertrophy research under Eric Helms.
We cover his biggest takeaways from working with top researchers like Helms & Zourdos. Surprising insights from studies on energy surpluses & reps in reserve accuracy. His approach to training & nutrition as he preps for his first bodybuilding show. How anime has influenced his mindset & approach to lifting
If you want science-backed muscle-building advice with a mix of anime wisdom, you won’t want to miss this one!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:52 Childhood Struggles with Weight and Activity
08:02 Navigating Nutrition and Training
13:54 Transitioning to the Gym and Education
19:52 Mentorship and Research Journey
26:04 Coaching and Content Creation
32:23 Insights from Research Participation
37:44 The Importance of Fun in Research and Coaching
40:04 Insights from Recent Research Studies
43:16 Navigating Bodybuilding Prep and Personal Growth
47:07 The Journey of Competing in Bodybuilding
53:38 The Role of Anime in Personal Development
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