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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
Coaching
Knee Pain
Online Coaching
Hypertrophy
IFBB
Pain
Biopsychosocial Model
Chronic Pain
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 exercise enthusiast who has an immense passion for training and self improvement. Subscribe to this podcast for discussions about health and fitness as well as interviews with individuals who are extraordina... more

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Pain is a complicated phenomenon. In this episode, Lawrence sits down and shares some of his recent reflections on what pain is and how it is managed within modern health care. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, ... more

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by ultra runner and strength/endurance coach Ben Matthews to explore what it takes to tackle the demands of ultra running. Ben shares how he got into the sport, some of his favourite r... more

Episode 250 is here! In this milestone instalment of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence is joined by Eric Helms and Brandon Kempter for an honest discussion about staying in bodybuilding for the long haul. They reflect on the lessons they've learne... more

In this solo episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence breaks down the interventions that deserve more attention like sleep, patient expectations, and the therapeutic alliance and contrasts them with areas that are often overemphasised, includi... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Matthews
Ultramarathon strength and endurance coach
Brisbane, Australia (endurance coaching)
Episode: 251: Ben Matthews - When The Miles Get Hard
Henry Lin
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WNBF, ICN, NBA (World Title achievements)
Episode: 246: Henry Lin - The Chess Match Of Bodybuilding
Deklan McMichael
Exercise physiologist, content creator, and coach in Australia
Hypertrophy Academy / Deklan McMichael coaching
Episode: 244: Deklan McMichael - Movement Myths & Modern Rehab
Richard Collins
Mental performance coach and educator in bodybuilding and sport
Full Potential Academy / Independent practitioner
Episode: 243: Mental Performance & Mastering The Mind (ft. Richard Collins)
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)
Conor Heffernan
Physical culture historian
Independent scholar/physique history
Episode: 235: The Timeless Pursuit Of Strength (ft. Conor Heffernan)

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
    Australia3 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.

247: Rehab Gimmicks & Flexible Tracking
Q: What should someone consider if they're dealing with quad tendinopathy or posterior knee pain during deep flexion?
He advises that posterior knee pain is unlikely caused by quad tendinopathy, suggests Baker's cyst as a possible cause, notes that pain can be multifactorial, and recommends professional assessment plus gradual, evidence-based rehab focusing on activity modification and symptom monitoring.
247: Rehab Gimmicks & Flexible Tracking
Q: What can you tell us about backchain dominance and its evidence base?
He explains that back chain dominance is not supported by evidence; fascia is not contractile in itself and cannot be trained in isolation, postural claims are overstated, and real-world performance relies on sport-specific practice rather than isolated drills like crawling or tongue anchoring.
247: Rehab Gimmicks & Flexible Tracking
Q: How do you approach nutrition in a flexible macro-tracking style?
He describes four meals on weekdays with two to three tracked meals and one untracked meal, weighing and tracking the first three meals like a bodybuilder, prioritizing protein and vegetables, using carbs strategically around workouts, and keeping calories in a target range while allowing flexibility, particularly in the evening.
247: Rehab Gimmicks & Flexible Tracking
Q: What are your favorite books?
Lawrence lists a range of books including Going Ape Bleep, Atomic Habits, Explained Pain, Can't Hurt Me, American Prometheus (Oppenheimer), Showing Up, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, and Hypocrisy; he emphasizes practical lessons on emotion regulation, habit formation, pain science, endurance, and high-performance routines, and notes personal reads that influence his coaching.
246: Henry Lin - The Chess Match Of Bodybuilding
Q: Can you describe the battle with Stan and what you learned from it?
It was the most exciting season; I learned that no one is unbeatable and that iterations in posing and strategy can help you edge out competitors, even after losses in earlier shows.

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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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2. Henry Lin
3. Deklan McMichael
4. Richard Collins
5. Denham Ravi
6. Trinity Perkins
7. Will Brett
8. Dr. Ian Harris

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