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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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Competition Guide 101: A comprehensive insight of what to expect when competing in a physique event. TFB Podcast: #57

Team Franco PodcastDec 17, 2021

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Counting Steps to Get Shredded - Part 2: TFB Quick Cast

Counting Steps to Get Shredded - Part 2: TFB Quick Cast

Counting steps and taking it to the next level for fat loss.

Nov 26, 202312:03
What's Stopping You? TFB Quick- Cast

What's Stopping You? TFB Quick- Cast

Identify what might be stopping you from reaching a goal and learn from it to reach your desires.

Nov 23, 202307:14
Carb loading methods for competition. TFB Quick-Cast

Carb loading methods for competition. TFB Quick-Cast

Cover 4 different ways (benefits/risks) of carb loading leading into your show.

Nov 14, 202316:57
Warm -Up Sets! How to set them up. TFB Quick-Cast

Warm -Up Sets! How to set them up. TFB Quick-Cast

A quick overview on how to set up your warm up sets for the best outcome.

Nov 09, 202315:48
The Prep Before the Prep! What is it and why it's important? TFB Podcast.

The Prep Before the Prep! What is it and why it's important? TFB Podcast.

One of my favorite topics to cover when it comes to having a goal of competing.

Nov 05, 202320:23
Contest Prep - Keep your lifestyle the same! TFB Quick-Cast

Contest Prep - Keep your lifestyle the same! TFB Quick-Cast

Want a more productive journey, don't avoid life and learn to have the balance.

Oct 31, 202309:40
My Diet Update - One Month out!  TFB Podcast

My Diet Update - One Month out! TFB Podcast

Covering a few of the changes to my diet and tips.

Oct 22, 202317:23
How to train on Prep/Caloric deficit: TFB Quick - Cast

How to train on Prep/Caloric deficit: TFB Quick - Cast

The logical approach to training when you are dieting.

Oct 19, 202314:53
Are You Bodybuilding Mature? TFB Quick Cast: #56

Are You Bodybuilding Mature? TFB Quick Cast: #56

Thinking of competing or have competed and could be more mature about it? This one is for you!

Oct 11, 202322:57
The Bodybuilding Journey Trumps Being on Stage! TFB Quick Cast: #55

The Bodybuilding Journey Trumps Being on Stage! TFB Quick Cast: #55

Its the months leading up to show day that will be the most memorable.

Oct 07, 202317:53
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