Matt Norman is an IFBB pro bodybuilder in classic physique and an online physique and posing coach. Matt had an impressive pro debut with 2 top 10 finishes (9th in Indy and 6th in Chicago) after starting prep with a torn bicep injury. He’s also a proud dad and husband.
Matt Norman - IFBB Pro, Top 6 Pro Debut, Prepping with Torn Bicep
August 21, 2025 / by Scott
Josh Jefferson - Gaining 15+ Lbs of Stage Weight in a Year, Football, Overcoming Alcoholism
August 13, 2025 / by Scott
Josh Jefferson is an elite online physique coach for people over 25 who has helped his clients lose over 1,000 lbs and is an NPC classic physique competitor. He just finished an impressive competitive season, competing at Jr. Nationals and NPC Universe in the Classic division. Josh is also the owner of a gym in Hicksville, NY. Finally, Josh is a co-host on the excellent One More Rep podcast with my good friend Joseph Pircher and Austin Brown.
Austin Brown - Chasing Pro Cards, Adding Size Yearly, Jumping Bodybuilding Classes
August 6, 2025 / by Scott
Austin Brown is an online fitness and elite physique coach who helps bodybuilders earn pro cards and lifestyle clients achieve the best shape of their lives. His coaching brand is Distinguished Training and Nutrition. Austin has been coaching for over a decade and bodybuilding for even longer, and recently placed 3rd at the Arnold Classic Amateur as a Heavyweight. He’s also a co-host on the One More Rep podcast with my good friend Joseph Pircher - one of the best bodybuilding podcasts, which I listen to for every episode.
New IFBB Pro Jesse DiStefano After Years of Trying, No Excuses for Consistency
August 2, 2025 / by Scott
Jesse DiStefano is a new IFBB Pro bodybuilder, earning his pro card earlier this month at the NPC Universe in the 35+ Lightweight category. Jesse has been competing in bodybuilding for over a decade including multiple national shows. He’s a full-time UPS driver and father of 3 coached by Chris Tuttle.
Johnny Kim - True Novice to Top 4 at Nationals in the Same Season
July 28, 2025 / by Scott
Taylor Moore - Winning Pro Cards, Leveling Up Quickly, SLU + Reta
July 22, 2025 / by Scott
Taylor Moore is an online fitness and elite physique coach, helping bodybuilders earn pro cards and lifestyle clients achieve the best shape of their lives. Taylor is a young coach but has a STACKED resume, including overall wins, pro card wins, and hundreds of life-changing transformations.
Mauro Stara is the founder of Six Pack CEO and a peak-performance strategist for time-pressed leaders. Drawing on his background in banking and a science‑driven approach that starts with deep biomarker analysis, Mauro helps CEOs resolve hidden hormonal roadblocks, build cover‑model physiques, and unlock the energy they need to scale their companies without sacrificing health or family life.
Tommy B Conley - Winning Open Classic Overall at 46. Olympian Pro Wife.
July 2, 2025 / by Scott
Tommy Conley is an NPC classic physique competitor who just won the overall at the NPC Midsouth Muscle Showdown. He’s coached by Dom Kuza and is a father of 5. Tommy’s wife, April is an IFBB Pro in Bikini and 3x Master’s Olympia qualified competitor.
Dave Canney - Sobriety, Blue Collar Bodybuilding, Making Fat Loss Easier with Peptides
June 26, 2025 / by Scott
Dave Canney is a bodybuilder, bodybuilding coach, and former football player. After college, he swapped shoulder pads for posing trunks, earning top placings at 2023 & 2024 NPC shows while building Blue Collar Bodybuilding with his wife Jackie—a coaching brand and YouTube channel that spotlights hard-working, no-frills training and their shared journey of sobriety and personal growth. Jackie is also an IFBB pro and multi-time master's Olympia competitor.
https://www.instagram.com/mr_mrs.bluecollarbodybuilding/
Paul Barnett IFBB Pro: Getting in the Best Shape of His Life at 50, Hormones and Lab Work
June 17, 2025 / by Scott
Paul Barnett is an IFBB Pro bodybuilder, retired tech CEO, educator, coach, and good friend. Paul earned his pro card last year in the Super Heavyweight class at Master’s Nationals, winning the overall in his age group. Paul transforms hundreds of clients, helping them achieve their goals of fat loss and muscle gain. He also has a massive YouTube channel, a Skool membership site where he answers questions and hosts regular Q&As, and the Science of Anabolics & PEDs e-course.
https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/