462: Why Bodybuilders Should Deadlift - Brandon Kempter

In this episode, Steve Hall interviews Brandon Kempter, a renowned natural bodybuilding coach and competitor, about his journey back to the stage after a five-year hiatus. They discuss the mental shifts Brandon has made to reduce stress during contest prep, the importance of coaching and support, and how to manage expectations and pressure. Brandon shares insights on identifying weaknesses during the off-season, the role of refeeds in contest prep, and his philosophy on flexible rigidity in nutrition. They also delve into intra-workout nutrition strategies and the case for deadlifting in bodybuilding, emphasizing the adaptability of the human body and the importance of training hard.