The Bodybuilding Dietitians
Welcome to The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
Join your hosts Jack Radford-Smith, Tyarra Nelson, and Damien Cox who are qualified dietitians, exercise scientists, and competitive bodybuilders. Each week we share evidence-based strategies to help you optimise your nutrition, training, performance, and body composition, while giving you a real look into the bodybuilding lifestyle on and off the stage.
Expect practical tips on fat loss, muscle building, contest prep, gut health, and longevity, alongside honest discussions about our own journeys and interviews with leading experts in the health and fitness industry.
Whether you’re a physique athlete, gym enthusiast, or simply someone wanting to improve your health, fitness, and nutrition knowledge, this podcast will educate, inspire, and guide you toward your goals.
Learn more about our coaching and services at https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
We hope you enjoy!
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Welcome back for episode 152 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss various topics including:
- Is there a BEST time of day to consume protein to increase muscle growth?
- Are fibre supplements healthy and/or beneficial?
- The reasons why we experience fat loss plateaus and how to break through them
- Thoughts on doing bulgarians with a weight in just one hand vs two
- New research on pre-workout nutrition
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Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
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TYARRA
JACK

Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Welcome back for episode 151 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack had the pleasure of once again interviewing Jason Woodforth, the President of ICN QLD! (Previous episodes with Jason are 32, 52, 60 and 104)
A few of the questions and topics discussed during this episode are below:
- How the shows will be run in QLD for Season A 2022
- Should athletes be able to win multiple divisions on the same day if the judges are sticking to the criteria?
- Top tips for standing out on stage
- Classic physique posing trunk changes
- How the height divisions work
- Methods used to drug test athletes
- Difference between bikini and fitness models
- Why we all highly recommend attending the posing workshops
- Can you receive feedback BEFORE you compete?
- Can someone with better posing beat someone with a better body?
- Do breast implants provide a competitive advantage?
- What to expect and how to pose during the "pose down"
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
ICN Website: icompeteaustralia.com.au/
ICN QLD Instagram: www.instagram.com/icnqld/?hl=en
ICN QLD Facebook: ICN QLD Community
TBD TEES: https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
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Sam The Border Collie's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tails_of_two_collies/

Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Welcome back for episode 25 of our Road To 2023 series!
On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra give a recap on their past two weeks! Tyarra talks about her game plan now that she's commenced a dieting phase, Jack elaborates on his changes to training while trying to work around his niggly knee & they discuss much MUCH more!
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Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Welcome back for episode 150 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss various topics including:
- Are bodybuilders vain and superficial?
- Is it inevitable to lose some muscle mass during prep?
- The harsh reality of stage weight
- How to easily meet your dietary fibre requirements
Link for TBD Tees:
https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Welcome back for episode 149 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack has the pleasure of interviewing physiotherapist and accomplished natural bodybuilder Lawrence Grieve!
In this episode we were able to make the most of Lawrence’s expertise and quiz him on a number of physio topics that we are frequently asked! Some of the questions consisted of:
- Difference between cold and heat therapy for injuries
- When is the best time to start using a lifting belt and how should they be used?
- Stretching - can we actually “stretch” our muscles? What is actually going on?
- Thoughts on cupping
- What are the misconceptions behind foam rolling and manual therapy, how beneficial are they really?
- When should someone consider seeing a physiotherapist?
Lawrence's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/general.muscle/?hl=en
Lawrence's Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/lawrence-grieve
Lawrence's Email: lawrence@everybodiespysio.com.au
Link for TBD Tees:
https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Saturday Jan 22, 2022
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
Welcome back for episode 24 of our Road To 2023 series!
On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra give a recap on their past three weeks and talk about changes to their new training mesocycles, pizza ovens, earning lifts in the gym, road rage and much MUCH more!
GET YOUR TBD TEE :
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Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
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TYARRA
JACK
Sam and Boston's Border Collie Instagram: www.instagram.com/tails_of_two_collies/

Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Welcome back for episode 148 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss various topics including:
- Advice for tracking meals out
- Does tan and oil make a bodybuilding stage slippery?
- What we recommend to do BEFORE you consider competing
- How soon should you eat your post-workout meal?
- Does meal timing matter more in prep compared to the improvement season?
- TEA HACK
Link for TBD Tees:
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Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Welcome back for episode 147 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss various topics including:
- Nutrition advice and considerations for skincare and acne
- Do we advocate for intermittent fasting?
- How to find a "balance" with fasting and eating windows
- So you've lost weight... what now?
- Should you go to maintenance after dieting for 20 weeks?
- How to mentally approach the post-show period and gaining weight
Link for TBD Tees:
https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Welcome back for episode 146 of The Bodybuilding Dietitians Podcast!
On this week's episode Tyarra and Jack answer and discuss various topics including:
- Why do we need to be in a larger calorie surplus to lose body fat relative to how many calories we need to build muscle mass?
- How often and for how long should you stay in a surplus?
- Can you train to change the size of your waist?
- What are our dream desserts?
Link for TBD Tees:
https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK

Sunday Jan 02, 2022
Sunday Jan 02, 2022
Welcome back for episode 23 of our Road To 2023 series!
Our first episode of 2022! On this week's episode Jack and Tyarra give a recap on their past two weeks and talk about their goals for the new year, why they auto-regulated an unexpected deload and much MUCH more!
GET YOUR TBD TEE :
https://www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com/tbdapparel/qhk1uy9fz085ldg2jbeofrobnre9u6
Thank you again for tuning into the podcast and we hope you enjoy! We would greatly appreciate if you would please subscribe to the channel, give us a rating, leave us a review and tell your friends about the podcast! The more people we can reach out to and help the better! Stay tuned for more podcasts released on a weekly basis!
Business Website: www.thebodybuildingdietitians.com
Tyarra's Instagram: www.instagram.com/tyarranelson/?hl=en
Jack's Instagram: www.instagram.com/jack.radfordsmith/?hl=en
The Bodybuilding Dietitians Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingdietitians/?hl=en
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Why7CvHSXNMG8Aws6dnww
10% Off Marmadukes Peanut Butter Powder (discount code TBD10):
www.marmadukes.com.au/discount/TBD10
VPA 10% off codes used at checkout:
www.vpa.com.au/
TYARRA
JACK
Sam and Boston's Border Collie Instagram: www.instagram.com/tails_of_two_collies/
