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The Mental Side of Bodybuilding Nobody Talks About - Eric Helms & Steve Hall
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- The Revive Stronger Podcast
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- Apr 4, 2026
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- 4425
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Summary
Join us for an in-depth discussion with Eric Helms on supplement testing, polygraph use in bodybuilding, sleep optimization, and the power of acceptance in training and life. This episode offers practical insights for natural bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts looking to optimize health, performance, and mental resilience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connection 02:09 Understanding Supplementation and Third-Party Testing 08:04 Microplastics and Health Concerns 09:58 The Importance of Third-Party Testing for Competitors 15:59 The Risks of Supplements and Marketing Influence 21:56 Polygraphs in Natural Bodybuilding 30:06 Navigating False Positives in Polygraph Testing 37:11 The Stress of Competition and Polygraph Testing 38:45 Personal Struggles with Lifestyle Constraints 40:59 Sleep Quality Challenges and Optimization 43:41 Navigating Workload and Recovery 45:01 Injury Management and Training Adjustments 50:14 Mental Strategies for Performance and Recovery 58:56 Acceptance and Its Role in Bodybuilding and Life Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • US: https://www.raskolapparel.com?snowball=STRONGER • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ • Canada: https://raskolapparel.ca/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • htt…