Fouad Abiad
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The Real Bodybuilding Podcast is meant to be the bridge between the fan and the athlete. RBP allows people to get to know their favourite athletes on a deeper level than just their competitive prowess. Who are they? What do they like to do outside of bodybuilding? What's their sense of humour like?RBP also touches on current news in the bodybuilding world, covers bodybuilding shows with various pro bodybuilders, judges and coaches. It is a one stop shop for all things bodybuilding coming from the people in the sport first hand.
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A blunt, detail-first read on who looked better and why.
The discussion keeps its focus on Andrew, Nick, and Hottie, with the judging talk doing the real work: waist control, back conditioning, leg size, fullness, and whether the placings reflect genuine progress or simply a softer field.
Powerlifting drama, one attempt at a time.
Comics talk with the detours left in.
Coaching roundtables and meet talk from inside powerlifting.
Powerlifting history with chalk still on it.
Powerlifting talk from inside the sport.
Two bodybuilders chat about building a new gym and the host's hands-on approach to construction.
The hosts discuss predictions for the upcoming Detroit Pro bodybuilding show, analyze the recent Arnold Classic results including Andrew's win over Nick, and debate physique flaws like waist control.
The host promotes Merrick Diagnostics for self-checkout lab work to monitor health and gear, then chats with Seth about upcoming plans for the Arnold Classic.
The hosts discuss upcoming travel to the Arnold Classic bodybuilding competition and promote a new protein flavor.
The hosts of the Real Bodybuilding Podcast engage in a casual, expert-driven discussion previewing the upcoming Arnold Classic bodybuilding competition, analyzing top contenders like Hadi Choopan and Andrew Jacked.
Samson Dauda, the 2024 Mr.
Fuad and Suki of BTS TV open with Chris Bumstead's 2026 physique update, with Fuad saying he is "not closing the book" on a return and citing fuller biceps and capped shoulders.
Justin Compton's claim on the Overcome podcast that Kai Greene could never have beaten Phil Heath for the Olympia title is met with the co-host's response: 'I can't agree with it.' The hosts then map Behrouz Tabani's 2026 Olympia qualification, since the Dubai Pro no longer falls after the Olympia, and favor the Italy Pro and Europa Pro on September 6th and 13th.
Host interviews pro bodybuilder Martin Fitzwater about his upcoming competition, training, and predictions.
Host Sonny interviews pro bodybuilder Keon Pearson about his career and mindset after the 212 pre-judging.
Solo episode where host answers listener questions about bodybuilding, promotes sponsors, and discusses upcoming guests.
Host interviews bodybuilding coach Kyle Wilkes about his coaching philosophy and the role of social media in modern training.
Hosts interview pro bodybuilder Urs about his competition prep, beard, and a surprise t-shirt from his brand.
Fouad Abiad, Brett Wilkin, Iain Valliere, and Guy Cisternino reassess their Olympia predictions after Sean Clarida defeated Regan Grimes.
Fouad Abiad, Ben Chow, James Hollingshead, and Iain Valliere debate whether Kai Greene deserves bodybuilding legend status without winning the Olympia.