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The General Muscle Podcast

Lawrence Grieve
Bodybuilding
Nutrition
Natural Bodybuilding
Physiotherapy
Mental Health
Pain Management
Contest Prep
Star Wars
Contest Preparation
Knee Pain
Coaching
Online Coaching
IFBB
Pain
Biopsychosocial Model
Chronic Pain
Hypertrophy
Strength Training
Shoulder Pain
WMBF Worlds

The General Muscle Podcast delves into the world of health and fitness with the aim of educating and entertaining those who listen. The show is hosted by Lawrence Grieve, a physiotherapist and natural bodybuilder who has an immense passion for training and self improvement. Subscribe to this podcast for Q&As on all things related to physiotherapy and bodybuilding as well as interviews with athlete... more

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Latest Episodes

This week, Lawrence jumps on a solo podcast to share how his first few months as a runner have been going. He explores the lessons learned, what he has enjoyed most about the new venture and how his running looks alongside his bodybuilding training. ... more

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Deklan McMichael to discuss the intersection of exercise, rehabilitation, and performance. Deklan shares his educational background, his journey as an athlete, and what his professi... more

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by mental performance coach Richard Collins to explore the psychology behind high performance. The conversation dives into the nature of motivation, the importance of emotional regulat... more

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with Denham Ravi to reflect on more than two decades in the health and fitness industry. Denham shares where his journey began, how his training goals have evolved over the years, and ... more

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Recent Guests

Denham Ravi
Fitness industry veteran, long-time athlete and host guest
Episode: 242: Denham Ravi - Is Fitness Cool Again?
Trinity Perkins
Australian natural bodybuilder, wellness competitor
Independent athlete
Episode: 241: Trinity Perkins - Embrace The Muscle
Will Brett
Endurance runner who completed a backyard ultra (100+ miles)
Episode: 239: Will Brett - A Backyard Ultra Story
Dr. Ian Harris
Orthopedic surgeon, advocate for evidence-based medicine
Episode: 238: Does Surgery Actually Work? (ft. Dr Ian Harris)
Jack Radford-Smith
Bodybuilder discussing health-focused bodybuilding and longevity
Independent bodybuilder
Episode: 236: Bodybuilding & Longevity (ft. Jack Radford-Smith)
Conor Heffernan
Physical culture historian
Independent scholar/physique history
Episode: 235: The Timeless Pursuit Of Strength (ft. Conor Heffernan)
Mike Reinold
Experienced physiotherapist and educator referenced in discussion
Independent/Professional network
Episode: 232: Bodybuilding Rehab Roundtable | Part 5 - Case Study
Dr. Ebonie Rio
Queen of tendons, researcher in tendon health and recovery
Victoria Institute of Sport (VIS)
Episode: 231: Ebonie Rio - Do Peptides Actually Fix Tendons?
Hudson Schaeffer
Modern philosopher on sport and performance, guest on the show
Self-described modern philosopher; has a background in sport and training
Episode: 230: The Beauty Of Sport

Host

Lawrence Grieve
Host of The General Muscle Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 282 ratings
  • #1

    Most narcissistic "hobby"

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Asciguy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    Love this podcast for interviews, updates and general chat. I always learn something new, and Lawrence provides some interesting insights into the natural bodybuilding world. Definitely a must-listen for anyone in the sport

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sunrisekitty
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great podcast, been binge listening

    Lawrence is a fantastic host and I love the different types of episodes he does, the Star Wars intros definitely add to the experience. Will he ever run out of references? Loving that he brings on female guests, keep them coming - Trilby

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TM424806
    Australia2 years ago
  • General Muscle Review

    I look forward to every Monday knowing there will be a new exciting episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pete Moran94
    Australia3 years ago
  • Big fan from ‘Muhrica

    Found Lawrence’s podcast after being a fan of TBD, who then found BDU, and wanted more! Highly recommend the general of sugar-free lollies and Jedi lore. Much love and keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RemyTheRockstar
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the mix of coaching, rehab, and science in accessible language.
Fans note engaging host personality and useful practical insights for both beginners and advanced trainees.
Positive mentions of varied guest types and clear coaching takeaways make episodes feel credible.
Professional and informative feedback highlights high-quality guests and structure.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

241: Trinity Perkins - Embrace The Muscle
Q: Can you walk us through the post-show process and how you managed lean phases while balancing school and life?
She details a tough reversal, intense hunger, edema, and the need to relearn balance and eating without fear. She emphasizes planning, reducing volume, focus on posterior chain, and leaning into the support of coaches and family to navigate the difficult months after the season.
241: Trinity Perkins - Embrace The Muscle
Q: Was the season everything you hoped for, and what surprised you the most?
Trinity describes an overall successful season with amazing changes, but highlights the mental and physical toll of post-show, including hormonal fluctuations and the difficulty of reversing. The surprises were more around the emotional shifts and the rate at which her body responded to changes during reversal.
239: Will Brett - A Backyard Ultra Story
Q: What was the biggest mental leap during the race?
The key moment was recognizing that finishing was possible once he could see the end, shifting from a focus on every single lap to strategizing around the final miles and sleep management.
239: Will Brett - A Backyard Ultra Story
Q: Why choose a backyard ultra specifically, and what drew you to this format?
He joined after hearing about it from a workmate and realized the 6.7 km laps in a controlled time frame could be a more approachable way to push endurance while managing pacing and sleep.
239: Will Brett - A Backyard Ultra Story
Q: How did you first get into running and what sparked your endurance focus?
Will explains that his interest came from childhood experiences with long-distance events, eventually growing from school cross-country into longer races, and a shift toward endurance as he found strength in longer distances.

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What is The General Muscle Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A health-and-fitness show centered on evidence-based training, rehabilitation, and coaching for natural bodybuilding and general athletics. Episodes balance practical coaching strategies, injury rehab insights, and performance psychology with interviews from physiotherapists, researchers, and high-level athletes. Occasional light-touch pop culture banter and guest-led deep-dives create a well-rounded mix that's useful for listeners seeking actionable fitness guidance, sustainable progress, and credible expert perspectives.

Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on progressive loading, realistic expectations, and critical thinking about popular but under-supported therapies, making it appealing to both practitioners and dedicated trainees who ... more

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1. Denham Ravi
2. Trinity Perkins
3. Will Brett
4. Dr. Ian Harris
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6. Conor Heffernan
7. Mike Reinold
8. Dr. Ebonie Rio

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