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Team Franco Podcast

Team Franco Podcast

By Joe Franco

A look at the world of fitness and bodybuilding with an unbiased opinion.
Joe Franco - Owner of Team Franco, OCB Pro, Judge, Promoter and Hall of Fame.
Reaching physique goals with a healthier and practical approach!
Coaching Services found here: linktr.ee/teamfrancobbing
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Comparing yourself to others is the devil! TFB Podcast #63

Team Franco PodcastMar 25, 2022

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3 Overlooked Factors For Physique Progress. TFB QC: #54

3 Overlooked Factors For Physique Progress. TFB QC: #54

Often overlooked are the basics and what you can easily do and accept for continued progress.

Sep 23, 202315:06
3 Diet Hacks! How I overcame sticking points. TFB Quick-Cast #53

3 Diet Hacks! How I overcame sticking points. TFB Quick-Cast #53

Stuck in your diet, give any of these a try to help increase consistency.

Sep 18, 202315:01
Counting Steps to get Shredded? TFB Quick-Cast #52

Counting Steps to get Shredded? TFB Quick-Cast #52

There are many ways to lose body fat and types of cardio. Counting steps can be the one for you!

Sep 12, 202318:37
Post Competition Blues? (my approach to work through it) TFB Quick-Cast: #51

Post Competition Blues? (my approach to work through it) TFB Quick-Cast: #51

It can be tough post competition. I go over some ways to help you through so you can feel better and to avoid the blues!

Aug 28, 202315:12
Peak Week! What it is and my protocol. TFB Quick-Cast #50

Peak Week! What it is and my protocol. TFB Quick-Cast #50

Covering one the the most anticipated parts of competition prep.

Aug 21, 202321:25
Top 5 Factors for a Successful Contest Prep! TFB QC: #49

Top 5 Factors for a Successful Contest Prep! TFB QC: #49

May not be what you think, but I can guarantee if you apply these, contest prep will be a positive experience.

Aug 13, 202317:07
Compete to show Improvement not for a Placement. TFB Quick-Cast #48

Compete to show Improvement not for a Placement. TFB Quick-Cast #48

What is your motivation of stepping on stage?

Aug 09, 202317:48
Live the Bodybuilding lifestyle before you compete? TFB Quick-Cast #47

Live the Bodybuilding lifestyle before you compete? TFB Quick-Cast #47

There are many benefits to live the life as a bodybuilder before you compete.

Aug 03, 202317:14
Stage Presentation! What it is and don't wait to the end. TFB Quick-Cast #46

Stage Presentation! What it is and don't wait to the end. TFB Quick-Cast #46

A quick breakdown of what stage presentation is and what to do so you are prepared.

Jul 29, 202315:23
Top 5 Factors for Weight Training Success: TFB Quick-Cast #45

Top 5 Factors for Weight Training Success: TFB Quick-Cast #45

Here are 5 keys to putting together a productive weight training routine.

Jul 20, 202314:54
Bodybuilding and Focus, How much is needed for success? TFB Quickcast: #44

Bodybuilding and Focus, How much is needed for success? TFB Quickcast: #44

We all need focus to achieve our goals, but how much and when does it become counter productive.

Jul 14, 202321:17
Playing the long game for bodybuilding success: TFB Podcast #43

Playing the long game for bodybuilding success: TFB Podcast #43

Embracing the journey will give you the most and sustainable progress.

Jul 09, 202321:17
Top 5 Factors for Diet Success. TFB Quick Cast: #42

Top 5 Factors for Diet Success. TFB Quick Cast: #42

Covering five approaches that will lead to better dieting adherence.

Jun 27, 202313:55
My Favorite Training Techniques! TFB Quick-Cast: #41

My Favorite Training Techniques! TFB Quick-Cast: #41

Looking for a change in your training to spice it up? I cover the few techniques that I like to through in.

Jun 21, 202313:24
How to cheat on your diet and not lose progress! TFB Quick-Cast: #40

How to cheat on your diet and not lose progress! TFB Quick-Cast: #40

My cheat code to have a cheat meal and not mess up your fat lose.

Jun 14, 202310:24
Top 5 Exercises Physique Competitors don't have to do! TFB Quick-Cast #39

Top 5 Exercises Physique Competitors don't have to do! TFB Quick-Cast #39

All in good fun, my opinion of 5 exercises that are not needed to build your body for the stage.

Jun 09, 202312:50
What really is "Hardcore" Bodybuilding? TFB Quick-Cast: #38

What really is "Hardcore" Bodybuilding? TFB Quick-Cast: #38

The truth and revisited topic talking about what is hardcore during a contest prep.

Jun 04, 202315:45
Are you compromising your health for a competition? TFB Quick-Cast: #37

Are you compromising your health for a competition? TFB Quick-Cast: #37

Sometimes we need to question the path we are on. Is it time to pull back and focus on overall health or push through?

May 30, 202312:59
The Missing Link to a Great Contest Prep! TFB Quick-Cast #36

The Missing Link to a Great Contest Prep! TFB Quick-Cast #36

May not be what you think, but I guarantee it's a game changer.

May 25, 202315:10
How often should you weigh yourself? TFB Quick-Cast: #35

How often should you weigh yourself? TFB Quick-Cast: #35

A question I receive often, and the answer lies in your mindset.

May 17, 202316:35
Accountability leads to progress! (Why Coaches have coaches, even me) TFB Quick-Cast #34

Accountability leads to progress! (Why Coaches have coaches, even me) TFB Quick-Cast #34

Hire a coach might be the last factor you need to reach your physique desires.

May 12, 202310:58
My Diet, Mindset and Goals: TFB Quick Cast: #33

My Diet, Mindset and Goals: TFB Quick Cast: #33

A brief review of my go to foods and what is on tap. Along with talking about one of the biggest dieting mistakes.

May 03, 202316:47
Meal Prep Services, good idea? TFB Quick Cast: #32

Meal Prep Services, good idea? TFB Quick Cast: #32

Covering a few things to considered before using a meal prep company, and if its worth it for you.

Apr 27, 202308:15
Be boring for progress and success! TFB Quick Cast: #31

Be boring for progress and success! TFB Quick Cast: #31

Sounds weird I know, but if we are stuck doing the same thing will lead to breaking that plateau.

Apr 20, 202314:24
How intense do you need to train for progress? TFB Quick Cast: #30

How intense do you need to train for progress? TFB Quick Cast: #30

Smart training over time trumps intensity, sorta.....

Apr 14, 202310:10
Track your workouts, Please!! TFB Quick Cast: #29

Track your workouts, Please!! TFB Quick Cast: #29

Logging your workouts is a needed tool to allow yourself to make progress.

Apr 08, 202306:19
Emotions after you compete and how to best address them. TFB Quick Cast: #28

Emotions after you compete and how to best address them. TFB Quick Cast: #28

All too often we have a swing of emotions after we compete. Today I address on how to be productive and learn from them.

Apr 02, 202317:37
Bodybuilding Competition Advice Part 5: Time and Patience - TFB Quick Cast: #27

Bodybuilding Competition Advice Part 5: Time and Patience - TFB Quick Cast: #27

Time and patience is the final key to success in bodybuilding.

Mar 27, 202314:52
Bodybuilding Competition Advice - Part 4: Discipline (the missing link) TFB Quick Cast: #26

Bodybuilding Competition Advice - Part 4: Discipline (the missing link) TFB Quick Cast: #26

The last and most important factor to reaching a new level is discipline.

Mar 21, 202312:32
Bodybuilding Competition Advice - Part 3: Chicken, Broccoli and Rice! (The diet) TFB Quick Cast: #25

Bodybuilding Competition Advice - Part 3: Chicken, Broccoli and Rice! (The diet) TFB Quick Cast: #25

Today I cover the stigma of the bodybuilding diet and options that will be best for you.

Mar 12, 202316:28
 Bodybuilding Competition Advice, Part 2: Social Media (choose wisely)   TFB Quick Cast: #24

Bodybuilding Competition Advice, Part 2: Social Media (choose wisely) TFB Quick Cast: #24

Discussing the positives and negatives of what social media can bring to those who compete.  

Mar 08, 202315:19
Bodybuilding Competition Advice: Part 1 - Education: TFB Quick Cast: #23

Bodybuilding Competition Advice: Part 1 - Education: TFB Quick Cast: #23

A mini series on what is needed to have the most success in the world of competition.  Its all starts with Education!

Mar 04, 202315:19
 Learning not all workouts need to be great for progress!  TFB Quick Cast: #22

Learning not all workouts need to be great for progress! TFB Quick Cast: #22

It's really that simple.  All workouts count over time.  Take the good and the bad, and find the middle ground. 

Feb 27, 202307:42
Current Shoulder and Bicep Workout. (4-day split)  TFB Quick Cast: #21

Current Shoulder and Bicep Workout. (4-day split) TFB Quick Cast: #21

The last day of training for my current 4 day split.  Enjoy!

Feb 23, 202307:00
Doubts about competing? Here is why you should! TFB Quick Cast: #20

Doubts about competing? Here is why you should! TFB Quick Cast: #20

Setting the goal to compete can be scary, but I cover reasons why you should take that jump.

Feb 16, 202314:41
Easy food options for setting up diet success! TFB Quick Cast: #19

Easy food options for setting up diet success! TFB Quick Cast: #19

Today I cover some easy but healthy food options that you can eat to have diet success.  

Feb 12, 202310:30
My Back workout! (4 day split): TFB Quick-Cast #18

My Back workout! (4 day split): TFB Quick-Cast #18

Here is a sample of what I am currently running for my back training. 

Feb 06, 202307:54
What is the best diet? TFB Quick-Cast #17

What is the best diet? TFB Quick-Cast #17

Covering what is needed to have success when starting a diet and making it a lifestyle. 

Feb 01, 202321:42
Learning how to adapt will lead to success! TFB Quick-Cast #16

Learning how to adapt will lead to success! TFB Quick-Cast #16

To succeed in fitness and life, learning to change paths to reach your desires is a must.  I talk about the flexibility that you need to make it. 

Jan 26, 202309:45
Chest and Tricep training (4 day split): TFB Quick-Cast #15

Chest and Tricep training (4 day split): TFB Quick-Cast #15

Here is just one example and what I have been running the last couple of weeks.

Jan 21, 202308:25
Carb Cycling - Does it really matter? TBF Quick-Cast #14

Carb Cycling - Does it really matter? TBF Quick-Cast #14

Cycling carbs is a popular way to help people lose weight, but does changing your carb/calorie intake matter?  Take a listen to hear my thoughts and history on the topic.

Jan 17, 202311:37
Current Lower Body Workout, 4-day split: TFB Quick-Cast #13

Current Lower Body Workout, 4-day split: TFB Quick-Cast #13

A mini series of running a 4-day split, where I will break down each of my current workouts, from exercises, sets, reps and why I choose these exercises.

Jan 14, 202311:33
Pre work-out supplements, worth it? TFB Quick-Cast #12

Pre work-out supplements, worth it? TFB Quick-Cast #12

Today a go over my history and thoughts on if we need to use a pre workout before training.  Just one guys opinion!

Jan 10, 202308:39
Consistency leads to Achievement and Knowledge! TFB Quick-Cast #11

Consistency leads to Achievement and Knowledge! TFB Quick-Cast #11

Consistency overtime will give your what you are after. good or bad, and the knowledge on how to get better.

Jan 03, 202305:36
Believing and Trusting Yourself is greater than "Fitness Trends". TFB Quick-Cast #10

Believing and Trusting Yourself is greater than "Fitness Trends". TFB Quick-Cast #10

When it comes to goal setting, you first need to trust and believe in yourself.  Not the latest fitness flash.

Dec 26, 202206:11
Proper Fitness Planning "Pays" The Greatest Dividends! TFB Quick-Cast #9

Proper Fitness Planning "Pays" The Greatest Dividends! TFB Quick-Cast #9

Similar to investing money, smart and proper planning pays the greatest when it comes to reaching your fitness goals.

Dec 19, 202205:50
How much weight to gain after a competition & what is "Happy Weight"? TFB Quick-Cast #8

How much weight to gain after a competition & what is "Happy Weight"? TFB Quick-Cast #8

Laying out what I think is a safe weight gain percentage after you compete to make progress and be happy!

Dec 14, 202209:32
Top 5 Factors for a Great workout! TFB Quick-Cast #7

Top 5 Factors for a Great workout! TFB Quick-Cast #7

Breaking down the 5 factors that are needed to make your training great and for gainz!

Dec 08, 202209:47
Bulking is a waste of time! TFB Quick-Cast #6

Bulking is a waste of time! TFB Quick-Cast #6

Today I cover on why I think "bulking" doesn't play a role for natural athletes. 

Dec 02, 202205:14
How Often Should You Compete? TFB Quick-Cast #5

How Often Should You Compete? TFB Quick-Cast #5

Covering what I believe is most optimal for success and the frequency of competing.

Nov 27, 202212:25