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Longevity Muscle
Hosted by Kenny Ratatsidis · EN
Premier podcast dedicated towards elevating the natural bodybuilding community. Interviews with the best natural bodybuilders in the world!
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167: Francisco Inzunza at the WNBF Worlds Los Angeles 2025
Dec 400:34:08Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast. Joining us today for our season 5 finale, is Francisco Inzunza for a very special exclusive interview from the 2025 WNBF Natural Bodybuilding World Championships! Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!The Playlist: WNBF World Championships 2025Get in touch with Francisco:Follow Francisco on InstagramGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Support the show
Transcribe →166: Daniel Kubik - 2x Natural Pro Bodybuilding World Champion (Part 2)
Nov 2000:55:25Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast. Joining us today for a Part 2 is the Natural Titan Daniel Kubik! Daniel is a 2x Natural Pro Bodybuilding World Champion, trainer, and coach.Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!00:32 Intro - Daniels Trip, Training & Updates02:25 Upper body pull day explained04:22 Straight sets vs. Pyramid Sets06:25 Top set, back off set (when why & how)10:31 Daniel’s ideal approach for isolations exercises13:14 Frequency vs. progression relationship17:32 Set volume explained - how many working sets?18:05 Cycling rep ranges18:29 How often does Daniel Kubik train?19:30 The hidden benefits of cycling rep ranges23:27 CNS relationship to heavy vs. Light loads for advanced athletes26:22 Low reps and progression - Daniel speaks facts33:02 The skill required for low reps vs. High reps34:52 Exercise execution considerations38:37 The reality of high reps vs. Low reps42:39 Rob Hope on ultra low rep training - how and why46:58 The UNTOLD reality of training for max gains & longevityThanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Daniel:Follow Daniel on InstagramGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →165: Daniel Kubik - 2x Natural Pro Bodybuilding World Champion
Nov 601:14:53Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast. Joining us today is the Natural Titan Daniel Kubik! Daniel is a 2x Natural Pro Bodybuilding World Champion, trainer, and coach.Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!00:25 Intro - Daniel Kubik The German Titan!01:30 2x PNBA World Champion02:50 How Old Is Daniel Kubik?03:02 Why Daniel WON’T Compete in the WNBF05:14 The Polygraph Controversy Exposed13:52 Patrick Teutsch & Julien Brüske Go Enhanced14:40 Daniel Kubik’s Honest Take - No Filter15:45 The BIGGEST Point Why Daniel Kubik Won’t Go Enhanced18:09 Short Term GAIN vs. Long Terms Problems?19:45 For Most People This Makes NO SENSE…21:58 Enhanced vs. Natural Bodybuilding - The TRUTH27:16 Why More Bodybuilders Should Stay Natural!27:43 If Natural Bodybuilding Was Rewarding the Athletes Like the IFBB28:08 The Controversy28:25 Everyone Is Juicing in Germany - Why?29:12 What’s Daniel Kubik’s ULTIMATE Natural Bodybuilding Goal?32:02 Why Natural Bodybuilding Is Doomed, Unless this Changes...35:24 What Is the Biggest Natural Bodybuilding Event?41:09 Will the IFBB Will Take Over Natural Bodybuilding?42:28 Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Impact43:20 When Will Daniel Kubik Compete Next? Why?44:56 Blood Work - What Was Wrong? Bulking vs. Shredded47:00 High Fat, Low Carb vs. High Carb, Low Fat - The BIG Issue50:16 Daniel Kubik’s Offseason Weight vs. Stage Weight51:10 Daniel Kubik’s Height51:32 If Daniel Kubik Competed at WNBF Worlds…53:55 Julien Brueske’s Stage Weight and Height55:00 Patrick Teutsche’s Stage Weight and Height55:30 The BEST Athlete Daniel Kubik Has Ever Seen56:16 David Kaye vs. Babacar Niang - Who Would Win?56:58 Arnold Schwarzenegger vs. Franco Columbo58:32 Daniel Kubik’s Training and New York City Visit01:02:53 Watch Out for This When You Bulk!01:03:59 Daniel Kubik’s Home Gym Revealed!01:06:17 The Only Con With a Home Gym01:07:25 How Often Does Daniel Kubik Train?01:08:05 Part 2 Coming Next!Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Daniel:Follow Daniel on InstagramGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →164: The Natural MARVEL Eddie Saldaña (Part 2)
Oct 1601:17:24Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast. Joining us today for a Part 2 is the Next Generation Natural Marvel Eddie Saldaña! Eddie is a WNBF Natural Pro Bodybuilder and in this episode we discuss his lead up to the 2025 WNBF World Championships.Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!00:32 How Eddie Saldaña Feels Pre-Competition02:50 Competing as a Lifetime Natural05:40 Muscle Mayhem Prep Insights08:14 Why You Should Document Your Training09:47 Motivation, Sleep & Nutrition Tips12:33 Intuitive Workouts: Why & How15:34 Training Frequency vs. Rest Days18:04 When Eddie Started Intuitive Training20:16 Exercise Selection for Maximum Gains22:22 Increasing Training Volume Explained24:52 Training Less: Why It Works25:42 Training to Failure vs Progressive Overload27:07 Natural Pro Training Styles Explained30:57 How to Follow a Training Program Properly33:23 Low Reps vs High Reps to Failure34:37 A Lot Of UK Bodybuilders Do THIS40:21 The Best Training Program40:47 Max Effort Sets Explained42:37 Training Changes for Max Gains47:35 What You Need to Understand49:23 Training To Failure: Eddie's Take50:32 Advanced Naturals Will Notice This53:16 Diet Approach Leading Into Prep01:03:04 Meal Prep Secrets Explained01:05:53 Balancing a Day Job with Training01:09:18 Final Thoughts Before WNBF WorldsThanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Eddie:Follow Eddie on InstagramGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →163: The Natural MARVEL Eddie Saldaña
Oct 200:45:00Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast. Joining us today is the Next Generation Natural Marvel Eddie Saldaña! Eddie is a WNBF Natural Pro Bodybuilder and in this episode we discuss his lead up to the 2025 WNBF World Championships.Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!00:51 The Natural Marvel02:58 How Long Has Eddie Been In Contest Prep?04:10 A Bit of Background on Eddie04:43 Eddie Saldaña vs. Zebin Xu05:12 Eddie’s Weight Class At WNBF Worlds?08:01 The Current Natural Bodybuilding Standard08:46 Eddie Talks IPE Worlds10:12 In Natural Bodybuilding You Get BETTER As You Age11:06 Eddie’s MARVELLOUS Transformation11:36 Working With Cliff Wilson - Eddie’s Experience11:56 Eddie’s BULKING Results Revealed - What You Should Know14:01 Working With Jeff Nippard16:03 The Craziest Program Eddie Ever Did18:24 How The TOP Natural Pro ACTUALLY Train…19:22 I Got This Wrong With Training..21:54 Training To Failure When Volume Is HIGHER (The Facts)25:41 Why Eddie Doesn’t Train For Sets of 5 (Consider This!)28:51 Eddie’s Experience With High Reps vs. Low Reps30:25 Eddie’s Workout Split - Why?Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Eddie:Follow Eddie on InstagramGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →162: AJ Morris - The Next Generation (Part 5)
Sep 1801:02:18Tap to summarizeWelcome back to part 5 with Aj Morris! If you haven't checked out part 1-4 we highly recommend you check that out first! Aj is the founder of Natural Bodybuilding Worldwide and Made By Morris, an online ONLY coaching service that advocates and promotes natural bodybuilding and drug free physique improvement. Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!00:41 Intro Reconnecting with AJ 01:25 AJ Morris Greatest Contest Season Full 2025 Recap 04:36 PNBA Worlds The Honest Truth 05:04 I’m Not Gonna Lie 07:30 WNBF Worlds vs PNBA Worlds The Straight Up Facts 09:52 Will AJ Morris Be at WNBF Worlds 2025 10:25 This Is a Big Problem The Word Is Spreading 11:08 How the NBW Show Does It 13:20 Failing a Polygraph Test What Can Happen Is 15:15 Will AJ Ever Compete in the WNBF Again 19:29 Dirk Emmerich Signs to NBW 21:36 AJ Morris on Competing The End of This Season Went Like This 28:06 The Highlight of the 2025 Season 30:17 Why Does AJ Want to Win What Is That Rooted In 32:07 Ego and How It Affects Winning Do You Ever Think About This 33:57 AJ Morris Talks Training Split Volume Selection and Mindset 41:52 Quoting Natural World Champion Ian Duckett 42:09 The Goal Post Show Front Squats Why 43:20 A Case for No Chest Support in Back Movements 48:13 Why AJ Morris Trains This Way Now 52:28 Exercise Machines AJ Morris Explains 55:27 Where You Can Learn More from AJ MorrisThanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Aj Morris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ajmorris_/Aj Morris on YouTube: @AJMorrisFitness Natural Bodybuilding Worldwide: https://naturalbbworldwide.com/NBW Events: https://events.naturalbbworldwide.com/Kenny on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kennyratatsidis/Longevity Muscle on IG: https://www.instagram.com/longevitymuscle/Longevity Muscle Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/longevitymusclepodcast/Longevity Muscle Magazine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/longevitymusclemagazine/Subscribe To Longevity Muscle Magazine: https://substack.com/@longevitymuscle Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →161: The Return Of The Godfather - Jeff Alberts (Q&A Part 6)
Sep 401:15:52Tap to summarizeWelcome to episode 161 of the Longevity Muscle podcast! Today we have Jeff Alberts from 3D Muscle Journey joining us for our quarterly subscriber Q&A. Jeff is a Pro Natural Bodybuilder who fell in love with lifting back in 1986. He entered his first competition in 1993 and over the span of 3 decades he's competed in numerous shows. His track record speaks for itself winning 2 pro cards, 16 class titles, 26 top 3 finishes, and winning the 2014 IFPA Pro International. As a coach with 3DMJ, Jeff has worked with over 400+ athletes since 3DMJ’s inception, assisting them to reach a higher level.Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Substack for exclusive access to Longevity Muscle Magazine. Support the show and receive additional benefits like written articles, monthly Q&A's and more!01:00 Happy Birthday Jeff!03:22 How does Jeff Alberts Feel at 54?05:53 How Jeff Handles Training With Aches & Pains06:32 How To Look At The Positive When Dealing With A HARD Challenge08:55 Social Media Fitness Influencers 10:34 What Jeff REALLY Thinks About The 4-6 Rep Range 13:24 Why You Should Never Train Past 8 Reps (Uncovering The Facts)14:13 Overlapping Muscles & Bro Splits 19:23 Fatigue and the 4-8 Rep Range Explored21:30 Hypertrophy Research 24:46 Social Media (Where It Tends To Fall Apart)27:28 Unilateral Work To Failure (Imbalances & What You Can Do!)32:15 Jeff’s Goal, Team 3DMJ & Coaching33:20 The Guests on the Longevity Muscle Podcast (Jeff’s Unfiltered Take)34:39 POTENTIAL RESOURCES! NOT ABSOLUTES36:53 Instagram Reels (Jeff Says This...)39:50 Workout Plans & Splits (Jeff Answers)42:08 The Undeniable Obsession With Training Splits (Perspective)43:35 Training To Become A World Champion (What It Actually Takes)44:29 Training Splits (What Actually Matters)47:45 Jeff's Current Training Split (CONTEXT Is Key!)50:33 How Jeff Approaches Rest Days!51:21 Training Less To Grow More! (Personal Experience)54:45 Not Natty, The Skeptics & Responding To The Critics!01:05:34 Jeff Alberts Offers Timeless Advice01:06:22 Alternating Push/Pull Workouts 01:07:53 Is Jeff Training On His Birthday?Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Jeff and 3DMJ:Follow Jeff on InstagramFollow Team 3DMJ on InstagramSubscribe to 3DMJ on YoutubeCheck out the 3DMJ WebsiteGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on FacebookSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →160: The INCREDIBLE Andrew Palmer
Aug 2101:23:32Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Longevity Muscle podcast! Joining us today is multiple World Champion, British Champion and Mr. Universe Winner Andrew Palmer. Andrew is UK Natural Bodybuilding Legend and has been training and competing for over 30 years! A true representation of longevity!00:00 Intro01:11 Super Rare Episode Contest & Training History02:11 Winning UIBBN Worlds & ANB British Titles In The 90s03:16 How Andrew Palmer Started03:51 Natural Bodybuilding Was Superior In The 90s04:52 Competing In The WNBF Worlds In The 90s10:20 Was WNBF Worlds The Hardest Natural Competition11:16 Drug Testing In The 90s12:16 Andrew Still Competes At 56 Years Old14:14 Setbacks That Never Stopped Andrew16:00 Training 5x Per Week vs 3x Per Week16:08 Discovering Mike Mentzer’s Heavy Duty Training16:22 Why Andrew Reduced Training To 2x Per Week16:47 The Real Reason For 2x Per Week Training17:25 Results Of Ultra Low Frequency Training18:27 Andrew’s Ideal Training Frequency & Volume19:27 Breaking Down Andrew’s 90s Training Split19:56 Andrew Brings Out Training Journal20:26 Take On Progressive Overload20:57 High Reps Low Sets Experience22:08 Injuries Never Stopped Andrew23:58 Routine Ran For Years27:53 Difference Between 2 vs 3 Day Routine29:19 Inspiration For Heavy Duty Training30:12 The Ideal Training Schedule51:37 Full Sample Routine At 56 Years Old53:02 What’s Next For Andrew Goals Revealed57:37 How Far From Peak At 5659:51 The Golden Era & Take On Dorian Yates01:01:52 Ideal Offseason Weight01:03:52 Preferred Cardio HIIT vs LISS01:04:40 Ideal Diet For Maximum Gains01:12:48 Training The Old School Way01:14:26 Longevity Muscle Magazine Feature01:16:07 Andrew’s Final Message To AllThanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Andrew:Follow Andrew on FacebookGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →159: WNBF UK President & 3x British Champion Steff Noble
Aug 7, 202501:09:23Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast for our third episode of the Women's series! Today we have Steff Noble joining us. Steff is a3x British Champion and Miss Universe Winner and the WNBF UK President.Chapters:00:44 Intro - Judging in Dubai01:17 Do judges and promoters get paid? (WNBF revealed)02:33 WNBF UK President Steff Noble (How it works)03:10 Eric Helms & Vicky McCann (Steff’s takes)07:23 Figure vs. Fit Body Pro08:20 DFAC vs. WNBF11:24 Having a full time job while running the WNBF (How?)12:35 NPA vs. BNBF vs. UKDFBA13:25 UIBBN Worlds & The Top Natural Leagues15:04 How To Improve The Natural Circuit (According To Steff)17:10 The BIG Issue In Natural Bodybuilding That Must Get Resolved25:47 IFBB Olympia vs. WNBF (Prize Money Progression TRUTHS)32:37 Women’s Prize Money Is LESS Than Men’s (Steff’s Take)36:48 Competing BEFORE vs. AFTER Pregnancy (Steff Explains)41:26 Who Inspired Steff To Compete In FIGURE? (The Legend…)42:55 The 2014 Arnold Classic43:31 Can You Compete Naturally In The IFBB? 2014 vs. 202545:11 Golden Era vs. Natural Bodybuilding (The Evolution)46:26 Sacrificing SIZE For Striated Glutes (The Truth From An Expert Judge)49:07 Size vs. Conditioning vs. Symmetry (What It Takes To WIN WORLDS)52:14 Judging WNBF Worlds (Steff’s Experience and Take on Oscar vs. Babacar)54:48 Making A REAL Living Competing As A Natural Bodybuilder (Prize Money & Sponsors)58:09 The Prize Money At 2024 Worlds, Brian Whitacre & The REALITY…01:01:25 Training, Nutrition & How Steff Noble Became A 3x British Champ & Miss Universe!Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Follow us on IG:SteffKennyLongevity MuscleLongevity Muscle Magazine Longevity Muscle Podcast Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
Transcribe →158: Eric Helms: The MACHIAVELLIAN Approach (Part 5)
Jul 24, 202501:24:35Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast! Today we have Eric Helms from 3D Muscle Journey returning on the show for a part 5 for a real and completely raw conversation!00:47 Natural Bodybuilding IS Classic Physique? The New Edition11:47 Bulking For Muscle Growth (20lbs vs. 40lbs From Stage Weight)14:47 Do You Need To Be In A Surplus To Grow Muscle? 22:24 A REAL World Example (Kenny’s Experience, Eric’s Take)26:30 The IDEAL Scenario For Gaining Muscle30:22 Gaining Grams vs. POUNDS of Muscle (Targeted Hypertrophy)32:13 Eric’s Training Routine BEFORE WNBF WORLDS! (Why & How It’s Changed)37:42 Recovery Explained (Training Frequency, How Does Eric Feel?)37:51 This Training Split Is A Hidden Gem (Eric Explains Why)39:53 High Volume vs. Low Volume Research (The Truth Explained!)47:37 Guru Following (Consider This…)48:39 You’re Doing Yourself A Disservice IF…50:02 Nautilus Training, Arthur Jones (An Interesting Take)50:27 What’s It’s Ultimately Boiled Down To (According To The Critics)52:15 It’s About RESULTS (Experimenting & Becoming A Machiavellian)54:05 Super Slow Experiment (The REALITY Is This…)01:03:07 The BEST Naturals In The World (Never Forget This Point…)01:04:44 Does Eric Helms Get Triggered By YouTube Critics? (The HONEST Truth)01:16:11 Coaching With 3dmj, The Vault & MASS!Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!Get in touch with Eric:Follow Eric on InstagramFollow Team 3dmj on InstagramSubscribe to Team 3dmj on YouTubeGet in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:Follow Kenny on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Podcast on InstagramFollow Longevity Muscle Magazine on InstagramSubscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube Sign Up to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎 Join Longevity Muscle's YouTube Premium Membership to watch full episodes of the Longevity Muscle Podcast (exclusive access - early release - 100% ad free!) Support the show
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