The 15 Best Bodybuilding Podcasts (2026)

Fouad Abiad has built something genuinely special with the Real Bodybuilding Podcast. As a retired IFBB Pro, Fouad brings a level of insider access that most bodybuilding shows simply can't match. His guests read like a who's who of professional bodybuilding -- Samson Dauda, Flex Wheeler, Stan Efferding -- and the conversations go way beyond contest results. Fouad gets these athletes to open up about who they actually are outside the stage.

The flagship episodes run long, often two hours or more, but the real fan favorite is the recurring "Bro Chat" format. These panel episodes bring together Iain Valliere, Paul Lauzon, Seth Feroce, and Mike Van Wyck for freewheeling discussions about competition drama, training philosophy, and whatever else comes up. The chemistry between them is the kind you can't fake.

With over 600 episodes and a 4.9 rating from more than 700 reviews, this show has clearly earned its audience. New episodes drop weekly and cover everything from Olympia breakdowns and athlete prep updates to candid takes on industry politics. Fouad's not afraid to share unpopular opinions, which keeps things interesting. If you want the unfiltered perspective of someone who actually lived the pro bodybuilding life and still has deep connections in the sport, this is your show. The production quality is solid, and the conversations feel natural rather than scripted.

Heavy Muscle Radio is one of the longest-running bodybuilding podcasts out there, hosted by Dave Palumbo and Chris Aceto through the RXMuscle platform. Every Monday night, these two break down the latest news from professional bodybuilding, and their dynamic is honestly half the reason people tune in. Palumbo is notorious for interrupting -- fans joke about it constantly -- but his rapid-fire commentary paired with Aceto's more measured analysis creates an entertaining push-and-pull that keeps episodes moving.

The show leans heavily into competitive bodybuilding coverage. Expect detailed breakdowns of the Olympia, Arnold Classic, and other major contests, plus speculation about who's looking good and who's slipping. Episodes typically run 45 minutes to just over an hour, which makes them digestible compared to the marathon-length shows in this space. They regularly bring on current and former competitors, judges, and coaches as guests.

With 308 episodes and a 4.6 rating, the show has maintained a loyal following built on Palumbo's decades of industry connections. He's not just a podcast host -- he's been deeply embedded in bodybuilding as a competitor, coach, and media figure. The show doesn't shy away from controversy or backstage drama, and the pair will call it like they see it even when it ruffles feathers. It's old-school bodybuilding media done right, with strong opinions and the credibility to back them up.

Here's something you don't see often in bodybuilding media: a podcast hosted by people who are both registered dietitians and competitive bodybuilders. Jack Radford-Smith, Tyarra Nelson, Damien Cox, and Lauren Stevens bring actual nutritional science credentials to the table, not just gym experience. That combination makes The Bodybuilding Dietitians stand out in a space crowded with bro science.

The panel format works well here. Episodes run 30 to 50 minutes and cover topics like optimizing contest prep nutrition, debating sugar-free drinks, navigating gut health, and breaking down the latest research on carbohydrate types. They're accessible enough for beginners but grounded in enough evidence to keep experienced competitors engaged. One thing listeners really appreciate -- the hosts don't push supplement sponsorships. They serve as their own sponsors, which means the advice feels less compromised.

With over 300 episodes published biweekly and a 4.5 rating, the show has built a steady audience. The tone strikes a nice balance between academic rigor and practical, locker-room-style conversation. They're not lecturing you from a podium; it feels more like sitting down with coaches who happen to have the science background to explain why certain approaches actually work. If you're tired of nutrition advice from people whose only qualification is having abs, this is a refreshing alternative that covers both the competitive bodybuilding world and general fitness nutrition.

Mike Matthews ran Muscle for Life for over a decade, racking up nearly 1,200 episodes and more than 25 million downloads before stepping away in early 2025. The show's massive back catalog is still one of the best resources in fitness podcasting. Mike built his reputation as the guy who could take complex exercise science and strip it down to practical, actionable advice without dumbing it down.

About 70 percent of episodes are solo Q&A sessions where Mike answers questions pulled from his Instagram followers -- covering everything from training frequency and progressive overload to fat loss plateaus and supplement efficacy. The remaining 30 percent feature longer interviews with researchers, coaches, and athletes. Episodes range from quick 30-minute hits to deep 90-minute conversations depending on the format.

What made the show work was Mike's ability to be opinionated without being dogmatic. He'd stake out a position, explain the evidence behind it, and acknowledge where the science was still unclear. As the founder of Legion Athletics, he obviously had a business angle, but the podcast itself stayed focused on education rather than sales pitches. With a 4.8 rating from over 4,500 reviews, the audience clearly agreed.

The show is currently on hiatus, so no new episodes are dropping. But the archive alone -- covering muscle building, fat loss, health optimization, and even personal development -- is worth working through if you want evidence-based fitness content delivered without unnecessary fluff.

Steve Hall has quietly built one of the most respected evidence-based bodybuilding podcasts around with The Revive Stronger Podcast. Over 500 episodes in, the show consistently delivers the kind of content that sits right at the intersection of training science and real-world application. Steve's interviewing style is thorough without being tedious -- he asks the follow-up questions that actually matter.

The guest list reads like a graduate seminar in exercise science. Eric Helms is a frequent collaborator, and recent episodes have featured names like Jeremy Ethier discussing loaded stretching research and other prominent figures from the evidence-based fitness community. Episodes range from just under an hour to nearly two hours, dropping weekly on Saturdays.

What really sets this show apart is the level of nuance. Steve doesn't just ask guests to summarize their latest paper or program. He pushes back, asks for practical takeaways, and isn't afraid to challenge assumptions. A recent episode questioning whether loaded stretching is a genuine breakthrough or just another overhyped trend is a perfect example of the show's critical approach.

With a 4.8 rating from 340 reviews, listeners clearly appreciate the depth. The show is particularly valuable for natural bodybuilders and physique competitors who want to understand the reasoning behind their programming, not just follow cookie-cutter plans. If you're the type who reads the methods section of a study, this podcast speaks your language.

Five experienced natural bodybuilding and powerlifting coaches -- Alberto Nunez, Jeff Alberts, Brad Loomis, Eric Helms, and Brian Minor -- sit down together and talk shop. That's the 3D Muscle Journey podcast in a nutshell, and it works remarkably well. The roundtable format means you get multiple perspectives on every topic, from contest prep periodization to hypertrophy programming to the mental side of competing.

Eric Helms brings the research chops (he has a PhD in exercise science and serves as the team's Chief Science Officer), while Jeff Alberts contributes decades of competitive experience dating back to 1993. Alberto Nunez has been on stage since 2007. Together, they balance scientific evidence with the practical wisdom that only comes from years of coaching athletes and competing themselves.

Episodes run about an hour to 90 minutes and drop biweekly. They tackle listener Q&A sessions, break down their biggest coaching lessons, and discuss emerging research. The 4.8 rating from 375 reviews reflects what listeners consistently say: this team gives genuine, no-BS advice without trying to sell you anything. There's no hidden upsell or supplement pitch baked into the episodes.

With 300 episodes in the archive, there's a massive library covering virtually every aspect of natural bodybuilding. Jeff's emphasis on a holistic approach -- making sure athletes succeed both in and out of the gym -- gives the show a maturity that's sometimes missing from purely performance-focused content.

Derek (of Gorilla Mind fame) has turned More Plates More Dates into one of the biggest fitness and self-improvement media brands going. With over 1,400 episodes, the podcast covers a staggering range of topics -- from PED pharmacology and blood work interpretation to caffeine research, supplement science, and even limb-lengthening surgery. His appearance on Joe Rogan in late 2025 cemented his crossover appeal beyond just the bodybuilding community.

The format varies wildly. Some episodes are 15-minute clips breaking down a single study or news item, while full interviews with guests like Will Tennyson or Rhonda Patrick can run well past two hours. Derek's approach is distinctly analytical. He'll pull up actual research papers and walk through the methodology, which is rare for a fitness podcast of this size. He's not just reading headlines -- he's digging into the data.

What makes the show polarizing (and popular) is Derek's willingness to discuss topics most fitness creators won't touch. Steroid protocols, TRT optimization, pharmaceutical interventions for body composition -- it's all on the table, discussed with surprising nuance rather than blanket endorsement or condemnation. He rates a 4.8 from nearly 760 reviews, which is impressive for content this controversial.

The show skews toward a younger male audience interested in optimization and performance. If you want sanitized fitness advice, look elsewhere. But if you want someone who'll actually break down the mechanisms behind what bodybuilders are doing, Derek delivers.

The Bodybuilding.com Podcast is the audio extension of the internet's most recognized fitness brand. Hosted by Nick Collias, Heather Eastman, and Krissy Kendall (who holds a PhD in exercise science), the show brings the same broad approach to fitness content that made the website a household name. The tagline -- "Build your body, build your mind, build your life" -- sets the scope: this isn't purely a bodybuilding show, though muscle-building sits at its core.

The format is a mix of quick educational segments (some as short as a few minutes covering supplement science or training tips) and longer interview episodes running 45 minutes or more with coaches, athletes, and fitness professionals. Topics span creatine supplementation, stretching protocols, EAAs versus BCAAs, and foundational strength training principles. Krissy's academic background adds credibility when episodes get into the weeds on ingredient research.

With 176 episodes and a 4.5 rating from 173 reviews, the show has a decent track record. The update schedule has slowed to roughly monthly, with the most recent episode dropping in April 2025 on barefoot training. Some listeners have noted that background music can be distracting, and the tone occasionally feels more casual than polished.

This is a solid pick for intermediate lifters who want accessible, well-researched content from a trusted brand. It's not going to satisfy hardcore competitive bodybuilders, but for the general gym population interested in building muscle and understanding the basics of sports nutrition, it covers the fundamentals well.

Think BIG Bodybuilding isn't just a podcast -- it's an entire network of shows under one feed, and that's both its greatest strength and a lot of content to sort through. Led by Scott McNally, the network features IFBB Pros Ron Partlow and Dusty Hanshaw, coach Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, Dave Crosland, and Vijay Puri across multiple recurring shows.

The lineup includes Blood Sweat & Gear (coaching roundtables with Skip Hill and Andrew Berry), Drugs n Stuff (Dave Crosland and Scott McNally breaking down steroid dosing, cycle design, and harm reduction), It's Just Bodybuilding (contest commentary with Ron Partlow and Dusty Hanshaw), Muscle Minds (training science), Bodybuilding Nerds (Vijay Puri and Scott McNally), and Coaching QA. New content drops almost daily, and the feed has accumulated 586 episodes.

What listeners consistently praise is the no-nonsense approach. As one reviewer put it: "Made by bodybuilders for bodybuilders. No click bait gossip nonsense." The PED-related content is handled with a frankness that's hard to find elsewhere -- real dosing discussions, contaminated gear risks, female-specific protocols. It's not glamorizing drug use; it's treating it as a reality of the sport that deserves honest conversation.

The 4.8 rating from 208 reviews speaks to the quality. Episodes run 45 minutes to 90 minutes depending on the show. If you want a single subscription that covers competition analysis, coaching advice, training science, and pharmaceutical knowledge from people who actually compete, Think BIG delivers a lot of value.

Muscular Development has been a fixture in bodybuilding media for decades, and their podcast network was once a go-to audio source for hardcore bodybuilding coverage. The feed featured multiple shows including the MD Power Hour with Ron Harris and Giles Thomas, the Levrone Report with Kevin Levrone, MD Global Muscle, and the Ronline Report. The vibe was always straightforward -- as the show described itself, "a hard-core bodybuilding outlet" with "no fluff and no gossip."

The format leaned toward panel discussions and long-form interviews with professional bodybuilders, covering contest preparation, competition analysis, and industry news. Episodes could run over two hours, giving guests room to really get into the details of their training and competitive journeys.

Here's the catch: the show appears to have gone largely inactive. The most recent episode dates to mid-2023, and listeners have reported that a significant portion of the back catalog has disappeared from the feed. One reviewer from 2024 noted that "a TON of the episodes have up and disappeared," which is frustrating for longtime fans who relied on the archive.

With a 4.6 rating from 26 reviews, the content that remains is still well-regarded. But the inconsistent availability means this is more of a historical reference than an active podcast at this point. If you stumble across episodes featuring Kevin Levrone or competition coverage from the MD team, they're worth a listen for the old-school perspective. Just don't expect regular new content.

Physique Science Radio brought together two heavy hitters: Dr. Layne Norton -- a natural bodybuilding pro with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences -- and Sohee Lee, a well-known fitness writer and trainer. The combination of Norton's research background and competitive experience with Lee's coaching perspective made for episodes that were genuinely educational.

The show ran from 2014 to 2019 and produced 37 episodes. That's a small catalog, but the content holds up. Episodes covered foundational topics like metabolic adaptation, ketogenic diets, fat loss myths, and strength training principles, with guests including researchers like Greg Nuckols, Dom D'Agostino, and Brad Schoenfeld. Most episodes ran 50 minutes to 90 minutes, though some stretched to well over three hours for deep-dive conversations.

Listeners have been honest about the production: there were frequent verbal filler words and audio quality wasn't always great. Norton's tendency to go on extended tangents is well-documented. But the substance underneath those rough edges was consistently strong. Few podcast hosts can personally explain the biochemistry behind metabolic adaptation while also having competed at the highest level of natural bodybuilding.

The show is no longer producing new episodes, so treat it as a curated archive rather than an active subscription. Norton has since launched his own content channels and become one of the most prominent voices in evidence-based fitness. If you want to hear his earlier, more focused discussions on physique science specifically, this 37-episode run is a concentrated dose of high-quality material worth working through.

Darin Starr has been coaching bodybuilders for over 15 years, and his podcast reflects that no-nonsense coaching mentality. The Drop Set positions itself as "bodybuilding for the masses" -- meaning it's not exclusively for IFBB Pros or stage-ready competitors. Darin covers contest prep, training programming, and nutrition with the kind of balanced, science-informed perspective that works for both competitive athletes and serious recreational lifters.

Most episodes are solo affairs running 40 to 60 minutes, where Darin works through a topic methodically. He also takes voicemail questions from listeners, which keeps the content grounded in real problems people are actually dealing with. Interview episodes with IFBB Pro athletes and fitness professionals tend to run a bit longer, usually 60 to 80 minutes. One thing listeners consistently praise: Darin gets to the point. He doesn't pad episodes with an hour of rambling before delivering the actual information.

The show has 282 episodes and a 4.6 rating from 99 reviews. Recent topics have included critiques of the new Olympia point system, budgeting strategies for competition costs, and practical nutrition approaches. Darin isn't afraid to take strong stances -- his episode titled "Why the New Olympia Point System Sucks" is a good example of his willingness to call out industry decisions he disagrees with.

The most recent episode is from September 2025, so the release schedule has been inconsistent lately. But the back catalog is packed with practical, actionable advice for anyone navigating the bodybuilding lifestyle.

Project Bodybuilding had ambitions to become "the home base of bodybuilding media podcasting, breaking news, and intelligent and entertaining community conversation." Hosted by Matt and Lorenzo, the show featured interview-style episodes running about 80 minutes, focusing on competitive bodybuilding topics, athlete prep, and training strategies.

The reality is that this podcast had a very short run. Only 2 episodes are currently available on the feed, both from mid-2017, and the show appears to have gone inactive almost immediately after launching. The 3.6 rating from just 7 reviews tells a similar story -- not enough content was produced for the show to find its footing or build a meaningful audience.

The episodes that do exist feature conversations with competitors about their contest preparation and training approaches. The interview format showed promise, with Matt and Lorenzo asking substantive questions about the practical realities of bodybuilding life. But the audio quality was inconsistent, and without a sustained release schedule, the show never developed the kind of depth or library that would make it a go-to resource.

For completeness, it belongs in any broad survey of bodybuilding podcasts, but listeners looking for ongoing content or a deep archive will need to look elsewhere. The show is essentially a time capsule from 2017 -- a couple of snapshots of the competitive bodybuilding scene from that era. If you happen to be interested in the specific athletes featured, the episodes are worth a quick listen, but set your expectations accordingly.

Aaron Straker and Bryan Boorstein have great chemistry on Eat Train Prosper, and that buddy-show dynamic is honestly what makes the podcast click. Each brings a distinct area of expertise -- Aaron leans more toward nutrition and programming, while Bryan focuses on training methodology -- and they play off each other's strengths naturally. The result is episodes that feel like a conversation between two knowledgeable coaches rather than a lecture.

The format splits between standalone discussion episodes and monthly Instagram Q&A sessions where they tackle listener questions. Episodes typically run 50 minutes to just over an hour, dropping weekly. Topics range from training volume models and bro split programming to recovery modalities, TRT, and practical strategies for getting lean without wrecking your life in the process. Recent episodes have covered everything from the nuances of testosterone replacement therapy to optimal set structures for hypertrophy.

With 211 episodes and a near-perfect 4.9 rating from 52 reviews, the show has earned a devoted following even if it doesn't have the massive audience of some bigger names in the space. What listeners keep coming back to is the balance between evidence-based reasoning and real-world practicality. Aaron and Bryan aren't just citing studies -- they're coaching clients and training themselves, so the advice comes filtered through actual experience.

The show is free with no paywall, and the personal narrative elements mixed into the fitness guidance make it feel more relatable than purely clinical content. A strong choice for lifters who want smart coaching perspectives without pretension.

The Muscleroast.com Bodybuilding Podcast takes a very different approach to fitness content: comedic roasts of bodybuilding and fitness personalities. The show covers steroid use, workout programs, nutrition, and industry drama through a satirical lens. Think of it as the bodybuilding equivalent of a roast comedy special, with commentary on everyone from Instagram fitness influencers to professional competitors.

Here's what you need to know upfront: the episodes are narrated by a text-to-speech voice rather than a human host. That's a dealbreaker for a lot of people, and the 1.8 rating from 5 reviews reflects it. Multiple reviewers have specifically called out the automated narration as a major negative. Episodes run anywhere from 3 to 24 minutes, with most landing around 10 to 14 minutes.

The show produced 81 episodes before going inactive in June 2019, so there's been nothing new in over six years. The content that exists covers a range of fitness celebrity commentary and research summaries, but the delivery method overshadows whatever substance is there. The critical, sometimes mean-spirited tone toward specific fitness figures also turned off listeners who felt it crossed the line from comedy into negativity.

To be fair, the concept of applying comedy and criticism to the often self-serious world of fitness influencers has merit. But the execution -- automated voice, inconsistent episode quality, and no ongoing production -- means this is hard to recommend over the many active, human-hosted alternatives in the bodybuilding podcast space. Included here for completeness, but manage expectations.