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Episode 52: Dr. Peter Fitschen- Nutrition Recommendations During the Off-Season For The Physique Athlete PART 1 of 2.

June 02, 2021 Jeff Hoehn
Episode 52: Dr. Peter Fitschen- Nutrition Recommendations During the Off-Season For The Physique Athlete PART 1 of 2.
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The Mind Muscle Connection
Episode 52: Dr. Peter Fitschen- Nutrition Recommendations During the Off-Season For The Physique Athlete PART 1 of 2.
Jun 02, 2021
Jeff Hoehn

In today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Peter Fitschen.  Peter has a PhD in Nutritional Science, Master of Science in Biology/Physiology & Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry. He has been a part of many peer-review papers. He is also a competitive natural bodybuilder and the co-owner of Fit Body Physique. 

In this episode we discuss:

-What he has been up to. 
-What his training is like currently. 
-Intro to nutrition recommendations during the offseason. 
-What is the offseason/timeframe?
-Downsides of not taking an offseason?
-Rate of weight gain during offseason? Can this be applied to people just looking to build muscle?
-Importance of a positive energy balance during the offseason/building muscle. 
-Caution on a larger or smaller surplus?
-Should you just gain during the offseason?
-Should you have your calories fluctuate from day to day in the offseason?




Where to find Peter:

Instagram: @fitbodyphysique
Website: http://www.fitbodyphysique.com

Show Notes

In today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Peter Fitschen.  Peter has a PhD in Nutritional Science, Master of Science in Biology/Physiology & Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry. He has been a part of many peer-review papers. He is also a competitive natural bodybuilder and the co-owner of Fit Body Physique. 

In this episode we discuss:

-What he has been up to. 
-What his training is like currently. 
-Intro to nutrition recommendations during the offseason. 
-What is the offseason/timeframe?
-Downsides of not taking an offseason?
-Rate of weight gain during offseason? Can this be applied to people just looking to build muscle?
-Importance of a positive energy balance during the offseason/building muscle. 
-Caution on a larger or smaller surplus?
-Should you just gain during the offseason?
-Should you have your calories fluctuate from day to day in the offseason?




Where to find Peter:

Instagram: @fitbodyphysique
Website: http://www.fitbodyphysique.com