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Swole Radio

Bill Wong MD
Bodybuilding
Natural Bodybuilding
Resistance Training
Nutrition
Muscle Hypertrophy
Eric Helms
Hypertrophy
Strength Training
Training Regimes
Hypertrophy Training
Fat Loss
Diet and Nutrition
Supplementation
Drop Sets
Muscle Growth
Training Techniques
Body Composition
Training
Contest Prep
Nutrient Timing

Swole Radio answers all of your questions on natural bodybuilding. I'm a medical doctor, pro natural men's physique athlete, and YouTuber based in Vancouver, Canada. I seek to promote science-based perspectives to help people lose fat and gain muscle. This will involve interviewing the top athletes, coaches, and scientists in bodybuilding. If that sounds like it will help you, join me by subscribi... more

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Eric Helms is an expert in strength and hypertrophy research. On this episode of Swole Radio, we discuss the best supplements for natural bodybuilders. We address how they work, common misconceptions, and how to take them:

0:37 Tiered approach to su... more

Jeff Alberts, often called the “3DMJ Godfather,” is a respected figure in the natural bodybuilding community and a head coach at 3D Muscle Journey. He began lifting in 1986 and entered his first bodybuilding competition in 1993, eventually earning pr... more

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I interviewed Eddie Saldana, who is the reigning WNBF overall bodybuilding champion. We talk about his contest prep training, nutrition, and contest season results. A great listen to find out how a world champion runs contest prep.

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Eric Helms joins the podcast to break down exactly how he approached nutrition, training, and recovery during his 2025 contest season. Eric is a natural bodybuilder, coach, researcher, and co-founder of 3DMJ, known for applying evidence-based princip... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Alberts
Natural bodybuilder, 3DMJ Godfather
3D Muscle Journey (3DMJ)
Episode: 79. Jeff Alberts Training & Nutrition Breakdown
Eddie Saldana
Reigning WNBF Overall Bodybuilding Champion
Episode: 78. Eddie Saldana - WNBF Overall Bodybuilding Champion
Jim Wendler
Creator of the 531 strength training program
Episode: 76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Alberto Nunez
Legendary natural bodybuilder
3D Muscle Journey
Episode: 75. Alberto Nunez: Training Program Breakdown
Brad Schoenfeld
King of hypertrophy science
Professor, Fitness Expert
Episode: 74. Brad Schoenfeld: Optimal Hypertrophy Training
Eric Helms
WNBF Pro Natural Bodybuilder and researcher
3D Muscle Journey
Episode: 70. Eric Helms: Food Choices & Nutrient Timing For Fat Loss
Dr. Eric Helms
WNBF Pro Bodybuilder and Coach
3D Muscle Journey
Episode: 68. Eric Helms Pro Card Win | 2023 Season Recap
Max Coleman
Recent graduate from Lehman Human Performance Master's Program, focusing on hypertrophy science and training efficiency
Lehman College
Episode: 66. Max Coleman: Drop Sets, Rep Progression, Deloads

Hosts

Dr. Swole
Host who introduces guests and guides the interview
Bill Wong
Host of the show focusing on science-based bodybuilding and interviews with top experts

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • I love bedtime stories

    Can we get Helms to tell us more stories of Carl Lewis in the 1936 Olympics?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neal________________
    United States2 years ago
  • Good no-nonsense content

    Great guests, great content, very helpful for aspiring bodybuilders. I would like if the interviews had a bit more follow-up questions and dialog, but the content is awesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthhjjj
    United States2 years ago
  • Good guests, bad host

    I hate to be critical but the host really brings the podcast down. He has good guests on like Brad Schoenfeld, Eric Helms, etc. but the host doesn’t add any substance. He’d be better off just asking questions that viewers submit rather than trying to come up with in-depth questions that often don’t make sense, or overly broad questions that are missing a lot of context. After each answer of his guest, it’s always “mmhm” “yeah, no I think that’s a great point” “I definitely agree with that” follo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ryan Burnham
    United States5 years ago
  • Dr Swole is just brilliant 💪

    Guys, If you want natural physique with scientific approach then follow Dr Swole. He has given plenty of workout programs free of cost in his channel. He has done podcasts with top experts in fitness industry. His unique way of explaining things differs him from others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    entervikas
    India5 years ago
  • Informative!

    Very informative and interesting! Can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tsumtsumplaya
    Canada7 years ago

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76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Q: What should someone do if they can't perform traditional lifts like squats or deadlifts due to injury?
Wendler emphasizes training the trainable parts of the body and using alternative movements that are safe and effective for the individual's current condition.
76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Q: How should athletes manage training frequency as they advance?
Wendler emphasizes that training frequency should fit individual life demands and recovery capacity, generally suggesting three to four days a week for adequate results without compromising recovery.
76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Q: What do you do when a beginner starts to stall in their training?
Wendler advises not to push through stalls but instead focus on mastering the current weights and only progressing when the lifter demonstrates competence with the weight.
76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Q: How would you train someone who is now focused on building strength and size after developing their overall athletic ability?
Wendler recommends using a total body performance approach, with a focus on one main lift a day paired with assistance work, allowing for auto-regulation based on daily readiness.
76. Jim Wendler - Building Muscle & Strength
Q: What would be your current model for training beginners for these goals?
Wendler suggests that beginners should engage in concurrent training that incorporates various physical abilities, emphasizing the importance of developing multiple skills rather than just specializing in one area.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swole Radio

What is Swole Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on science-based natural bodybuilding, featuring in-depth conversations with top athletes, coaches, and researchers. Episodes cover training philosophy, nutrition strategies, contest prep, recovery, and longevity in the sport, often with practical how-tos, real-world constraints, and a focus on sustainable progress. A standout aspect is the host pairings that blend medical/fitness credibility with rigorous bodybuilding knowledge, which creates a practical, no-nonsense tone that appeals to serious trainees, coaches, and prospective sponsors targeting performance-focused audiences. The format often emphasizes auto-regulation, program design, and long-term health, making it useful for listeners seeking durable results and evi... more

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1. The Revive Stronger Podcast
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Recent guests on Swole Radio include:

1. Jeff Alberts
2. Eddie Saldana
3. Jim Wendler
4. Alberto Nunez
5. Brad Schoenfeld
6. Eric Helms
7. Dr. Eric Helms
8. Max Coleman

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