
067: The Godfather Returns - Jeff Alberts (Part 3)
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12/29/22 • 67 min
Welcome to episode 67 of the Longevity Muscle podcast! Jeff Alberts from 3D Muscle Journey returns! 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.
Timestamps:
(00:11) Intro
(00:56) The goal for 2023
(04:10) Is Jeff Alberts retiring from natural bodybuilding competition?
(05:42) Jeff gives an update on his training
(10:15) 3-4 days vs 5-6 days training per week
(14:02) A discussion on the "more is better" approach
(17:29) Training volume for beginners vs advanced lifters
(27:08) How Jeff approaches progression with his lifts at 50+ years old
(32:58) Aches, pains and injury (when to seek out professional help)
(39:30) To smaller muscles require more volume than bigger muscles?
(42:25) Is "muscle memory" a real thing?
(47:14) A discussion on preventing/dealing with burn out
(50:54) Benefits of having a coach
(55:31) Benefits of diet breaks and refers
(01:00:00) What contests will Jeff look to do in 2023
(01:04:21) Where your an learn more from Jeff + Outro
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Welcome to episode 67 of the Longevity Muscle podcast! Jeff Alberts from 3D Muscle Journey returns! 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.
Timestamps:
(00:11) Intro
(00:56) The goal for 2023
(04:10) Is Jeff Alberts retiring from natural bodybuilding competition?
(05:42) Jeff gives an update on his training
(10:15) 3-4 days vs 5-6 days training per week
(14:02) A discussion on the "more is better" approach
(17:29) Training volume for beginners vs advanced lifters
(27:08) How Jeff approaches progression with his lifts at 50+ years old
(32:58) Aches, pains and injury (when to seek out professional help)
(39:30) To smaller muscles require more volume than bigger muscles?
(42:25) Is "muscle memory" a real thing?
(47:14) A discussion on preventing/dealing with burn out
(50:54) Benefits of having a coach
(55:31) Benefits of diet breaks and refers
(01:00:00) What contests will Jeff look to do in 2023
(01:04:21) Where your an learn more from Jeff + Outro
Thanks for listening! Please share and subscribe!
Get in touch with Jeff and 3DMJ:
Follow Jeff on Instagram
Follow Team 3DMJ on InstagramSubscribe to 3DMJ on Youtube Check out the 3DMJ Website
Get in touch with Kenny and Longevity Muscle:
Follow Kenny on Instagram
Follow Longevity Muscle on Instagram
Follow Longevity Muscle on Facebook
Subscribe to Longevity Muscle on Youtube
Join us in the Longevity Muscle Private Facebook Group
Learn more about Longevity Muscle Coaching
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Subscribe to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to our entire archive of written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎
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Welcome back to the Longevity Muscle Podcast! Today we have IFBB Pro Natural Bodybuilder, Pete Hartwig joining us! Pete is a 2x World Champion and the Mr Golden Era 2018 Champion. Pete has a bachelors of applied science in exercise physiology, is a sports nutritionist and is a coach for strength and physique competitors.
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068: Marshall Johnson - The Phenomenon Of Natural Bodybuilding
Welcome to episode 68 of the Longevity Muscle podcast! Today we have an incredible guest joining us. The phenomenon of natural bodybuilding and the pinnacle of longevity, Marshall Johnson! Marshall is a WNBF pro, PNBA pro and IFPA Pro Natural Bodybuilder. He's been competing and training for over 40 years! He has competed at the pinnacle of natural contests, including the OCB Yorton Cup, the WNBF World Championships and the Natural Mr Olympia Contest. His motto... "train to train another day"
Timestamps:
(00:11) Intro
(02:04) Marshall discusses his return to contest
(17:45) Doug Miller's Gym, Alberto Nunez, Inspiration & more
(26:51) Marshall's training routine
(33:05) More on Marshall's training, longevity and recovery
(47:04) Why Marshall Johnson doesn't chase the numbers
(52:25) Should we get Longevity Muscle training gear?!
(52:50) Dealing with burnout, layoffs, fitness influencers and more etc.
(01;04:34) Training to failure, recovery considerations and more
(01:09:29) Outro
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Subscribe to Longevity Muscle Magazine and gain exclusive access to our entire archive of written articles with the top natural bodybuilders in the world 🌎
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