The Paul's Body Engineering Podcast

Episode 214 - 5 Reasons Your Not Growing Muscle

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You’re training hard but not seeing muscle gain • I break down the 5 most common reasons people fail to build muscle • Program hopping stops pr...

Episode 213 - An Adaptation Example

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode of The Paul’s Body Engineering Podcast, Paul breaks down one of the most overlooked drivers of progress in health and fitness, ...

Episode 212 - The Meal Plan Truth

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The truth about meal plans. They are repetitive. They are simple. They work. In this episode, Paul explains why structured eating still drives the be...

Episode 211 - Switch On For War. Switch Off For Life

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a version of you that shows up when it’s time to train. Focused. Intense. Unapologetic. That switch does not flip by accident. In this ep...

Episode 210 - Miracle Jab or Modern Trap?

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Paul’s Body Engineering Podcast, I dive into one of the most talked-about and controversial topics in health right now… wei...

Episode 209 - Becoming Through Repetition

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Success isn’t built on motivation or perfection — it’s built on repetition. In this episode, Paul breaks down why repeating simple, consistent ...

Episode 208 - Because Oprah Said So

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul passionately discusses the recent video that has gone viral showcasing Oprah Winfrey and her statement about having an Obesity ge...

Epsidoe 207 - What I Learnt From My Recent Holiday

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul goes into detail about his recent holiday to Samoa and how he took full advantage of the time away being present, disconnected an...

Episode 206 - Balancing Bravery and Bodybuilding, Tamara’s Extraordinary Season

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with long time client and figure athlete Tamara about her recent competitive season and the success that came from that. Mo...

Episode 205 - December Overwhelm

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about recent conversations with clients about how overwhelmed they feel at this time of year (December) and how their own p...

Episode 204 - Planes, Trains & Automobiles

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about his recent travel to Dubai, Los Angeles and India and his experience along with coaching, judging and a few lost in t...

Episode 203 - It Is What It Is - These are the Facts

14 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about the facts of health and fitness and while many show resistance towards calorie tracking or strength training, the evi...

Episode 201 - The Coach - Athlete Blueprint with Richard Collins

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with fellow coach and mentor Richard Collins about the art of coaching. They dive into the way general population and athle...

Episode 201 - Why 1200 Cals & 10,000 Steps Aren’t Magic

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with wife and fellow coach Monique bout why there is a fascination about going straight to 1200 calories and 10000 steps. T...

Episode 200 - Healing Against the Odds with Tanita Neale

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with client Tanita Neale in a candid conversation about her family history of diabetes and her desire to break that trend a...

Episode 199 - Resist the Urge to Run — Growth Is Uncomfortable

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about his own experiences in over a decade of coaching and how often there will be clients who cancel their coaching servic...

Episode 198 - Totally Balanced Nutrition with Alex Taylor

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats to Nutrition and Health Coach Alex Taylor on her experiences with nutrition for the general population and some of her appr...

Episode 197 - From Skinny to Sick - The Dark Side of Ozempic

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks passionately about his position on the use of Ozempic when it comes to weightloss and details some of the significantly neg...

Episode 196 - Bodybuilding and Kids

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul is joined by wife Monique to discuss the in and outs of having kids when bodybuilding. They talk about the language used and acti...

Episode 195 - No One Wants Help to the Toilet

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with passion about the importance of strength training and how it can prevent so many conditions including getting weaker a...

Episode 194 - 11 Ways to Better Sleep

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul details 11 ways to improve your sleep. While these methods may seem obvious and logical, through repetition, they can be very pow...

Episode 193 - Lets Talk Muscle

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul records from India and talks about the importance of muscle and what is 'metabolic dysfunction'. Have you tried to lose weight, ...

Episode 192 - Inside the Ultimate Physique Conference with Jacob Schepis

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with JPS Health and Fitness Founder Jacob Schepis about the upcoming 'Ultimate Physique Conference' to be held in Melbourne...

Episode 191 - Coalface Confessions. My Mines Experience

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul records live from Barabala and details his mining experience and why he is chatting to the various crews and staff of the Baraba...

Episode 190 - Swap It or Drop It - Smart Swaps for Fatloss

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks extensively about common food swaps you can make to improve your overall health and wellbeing whether it's focussed on weig...

Episode 189 - Calories Don't Take Holidays

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul draws on his own experiences and the many conversations he has had about eating while on holidays. Many people will use a holiday...

Episode 188 - This Episode Contains 0 Calories – But Some Hard Truths

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks about ways to navigate Easter and the volume of chocolate that is available. He also details the psychology of Easter and h...

Episode 187 - Rebuilding Strength After Cancer with Rhonda Jansen

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul is joined again by long term client Rhonda. She shares her cancer story for new listeners but also the importance of a strong bod...

Episode 186 - When Firing a Client Becomes Necessary

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I go into detail as to why I have fired clients over the years. This is somewhat of a taboo subject but a very important one as not ev...

Episode 185 - The Lies You Tell Yourself That Sabotage Your Weight Loss

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chat about the lies you tell yourself that can sabotage your ability to lose weight. This may be triggering or confronting for s...

Episode 184 - Sports Nutrition In 2025 With Alex Thomas

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Director of the Sports Nutrition Association Alex Thomas. Alex talks about how the sports nutrition landscape has chan...

Episode 183 - Cracking The Physique Code With Richard Collins

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with fellow coach and judge Richard Collins about his long standing career in the industry. They also discuss coaching as a...

Episode 182 - Mina Says 'I Just Do Me'

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with long term client Mina who has recently completed her first ever bodybuilding season after losing over 40kg in weight. ...

Episode 181 - Leah Coutts & WNBF Australia

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with WNBF Australia President Leah Coutts about her 2024 experience as a new President and how the year went for WNBF Austr...

Episode 180 - Tropix - New Kid On The Block Or Old Favourite

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paulc chats with Tropix Fitness Show Promoters Scott & Kate Piper about their Season B show and what its all about. They cover the ca...

Episode 179 - How To Actually Achieve Your Goals For This Year

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this first episode for 2025 Paul chats with wife and Life Coach Monique Hooper about the best approach to achieve your goals in 2025. Grab a pen a...

Episode 178 - Finding Your Way Through Christmas

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with his wife and Life Coach Monique about strategies to navigate the Christmas period when it comes to food, drink and eve...

Episode 177 - Fats And Figures Decoding The Fat Content In Foods

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul breakdowns down the misconception around fats in our food and if your primary goal is weightloss how you can make simple substitu...

Episode 176 - Is External Narcissism Hindering Your Progress

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about how he has experienced many of his clients over the years receiving negative or derogatory comments about them being ...

Episode 175 - The Consistency Blueprint

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about recent conversations with new clients and how the expectation of immediate results is engrained within our society. I...

Episode 174 - The Come Down: Thriving After the Stage with Monique Hooper

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I am joined my Monique Hooper once again and this time we chat about post comp and how it can be navigated successfully. Whether its ...

Episode 173 - Clarity, Goals & Action - Crafting The Future You Want.

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Pauls chats with Life Coach and Wife Monique Hooper about crafting the future you want and how this can be achieved. This is a deep di...

Episode 172 - Life As A Bodybuilding Dietitian With Tyarra Nelson

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Bodybuilding Dietitian Tyarra Nelson about her journey into Dietetics and Bodybuilding. From the USA and Canada to Au...

Episode 171 - The Empowerment Of Posing With Georgia Voice

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Posing Coach Georgia Voice and discovers how her business 'Personalised Posing' started and evovled into what it is to...

Episode 170 - Behind The Curtain - Inside Bodybuilding Competitions

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about his 10 years' experience in bodybuilding and provides an insight into the various perspectives of a bodybuilding even...

Episode 169 - The Secret Sauce To Creating A Powerful Coaching Partnership

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are back in India so I take another opportunity to sit down with Joey Cantlin and this time chat at length about the coaching rela...

Episode 168 - From Humble Beginnings

11 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul reflects on his 10 years in the industry having just surpassed this milestone recently. He talks about his humble beginnings run ...

Episode 167 - Making Yourself Bulletproof

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about how you, as an individual, can make yourself bulletproof through simple yet logical measures. Become more immune to ...

Episode 166 - Stressing About Eating Out

28 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks about how many of us can get stressed about eating out when in the middle of a diet or health and fitness journey. Eating o...

Episode 165 - Successful Training Principles With Joey Cantlin

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode while in India, Paul chats with fellow Judge and Coach Joey Cantlin once again on the podcast. This time they chat about all things tr...

Episode 164 - The Coaching Enigma with Monique Hooper

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, while in Bangalore, India, Paul sits down with his wife and Life Coach Monique to chat about all the different types of coaches. They...

Episode 163 - How To Jump Out Of Bed

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about the 5 second rule and how this simple tool can be implemented across many things within your life to make improvement...

Episode 162 - The Easiest Check In Process Ever!

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul details how this very simple yet affective check in process can benefit anyone. Whether you are a coach, or someone want to mak...

Episode 161 - Its Ok To Be Boring

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about the ability and acceptance of a boring routine. Routine and repetition are king when it comes to results in health an...

Episode 160 - How Highly Valuable A Check In Can Be With Joey Cantlin

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, while in India, Paul chats with fellow judge, coach and mate Joey Cantlin about the value of a check in. They discuss the importance ...

Episode 159 - Bodybuilding For 2024 With Jason Woodforth

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with ICN Queensland President Jason Woodforth about the upcoming year for ICN QLD and how the seasons are looking. They als...

Episode 158 - The 1% Club

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about how the simplest and smallest of improvements can make such a big difference over time. Look for those small extras ...

Episode 157 - 15 Tips For Weightloss Success

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul goes into detail about his top 15 weightloss tips. This is great for anyone who wants to learn more about weightloss in general o...

Episode 156 - The Perfection Matrix

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks about how there is a societal expectation to be perfect or strive to be perfect in everything we do, when in fact, we can s...

Episode 155 - What Are You Willing To Sacrifice

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about pursuing goals and how certain sacrifices need to be made when chasing a goal and how this can be related to all face...

Episode 154 - Ticking The Boxes To Weightloss Success

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with long term client Mina about her journey and how she has lost over 60kg to date through her determination and commitmen...

Episode 153 - The Dumb Things I Have Done With Nutrition

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul goes into detail about some of the dumb dieting methods and strategies he has used in the past. Some are incredibly funny and mak...

Episode 152 - Optimising Your Own Health & Fitness

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul goes into detail about what can be done to optimise your own health and fitness no matter where you are starting from. . . . Web...

Episode 151 - Is Diet Culture A Negative

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul discusses diet culture and how many considered it to be obsessive when it comes to tracking food and following diet plans. This i...

Episode 150 - The Ins And Outs Of Metabolic Adaptation

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul gives his take on Metabolic Adaptation and how over many years we were always led to believe that if you eat less and exercise mo...

Episode 149 - When Passion Delivers Success With Lisa Reid

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Australia's newest IFBB Bikini Pro Lisa Reid and discusses her rise through the competition ranks over 10 years to ach...

Episode 148 - Is Your Health Really Worth It

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul talks about how as a society we have a tendency to remove any form of allied health or professional health as soon as finance bec...

Episode 147 - What I Learnt From My Recent Holiday

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul recounts his recent holiday and how he felt during and after. His holiday, while incredibly enjoyable, was one that gave his mind...

Episode 146 - Bringing OCB To Australia With Lisa Blackburn

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with new OCB Australia Promoter Lisa Blackburn about bring the OCB to Australia for the first time in 2024. OCB is anothe...

Episode 145 - The Reality Of Online Coaching With Joey Cantlin

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, while still in India Paul chats once again with Joey Cantlin but this time about online coaching and the reality of a successful onli...

Episode 144 - What It Takes To Be A Champion With Joey Cantlin

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with fellow ICN India Judge Joey Cantlin about his most recent coaching and all the success from it but also what he sees a...

Episode 143 - Is Boredom A 'You' Problem

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats candidly about how motivation can be a 'you' problem and not something you are simply lacking. Strap in for some truth bom...

Episode 142 - What Is Digital Wellbeing

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Baxter Bue co-founder Aaron Telford and discusses all things digital wellbeing. Baxter Blue are Australias largest sup...

Episode 141 - Chasing The Dream With Dr Eric Helms

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Dr Eric Helms about his 16-year bodybuilding career and his recent WNBF pro card win. . . . Website: www.paulsbodyengi...

Episode 140 - Is Mindset Everything

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul discusses the concept of mindset and how powerful a positive mindset and positive self talk can be. . . . Website: www.paulsbodye...

Episode 139 - Dont Say Fuck It Until January with Monique Hooper

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul chats with his wife Monique about her upcoming coaching program and how this time of the year can be very overwhelming and stres...

Episode 138 - Get out from Behind the Curtain

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul discusses a quote he heard recently from an elite NRL coach and how it is very relatable to health and fitness and everyone's jou...

Episode 137 - Season B Wrap & One to Come

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul wraps up the most recent shows for his team being the ICN State Titles, NBA State Titles and Defence Shows. With one athlete lef...

Episode 136 - Trampoline World Champion

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Trampolining World Champion Carina Hagarty about her current success in this less known sport. They speak about train...

Episode 135 - ICN Townsville Tropix Wrap

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul gives a rundown of the recent ICN Townsville Tropix event and in particular how his athletes went. Website: www.paulsbodyengine...

Episode 134 - Eliminating the Confusion of Bodybuilding

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with ICN Queensland President Jason Woodforth about the upcoming ICN season but also covers many questions that come up eac...

Episode 133 - I Need to Airtask my Split Squats

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with long time client and Bikini Athlete Deb Morris about her upcoming competition season and how seamless her prep has bee...

Episode 132 - Penguins With Horns - A Roundtable about Contest Prep

13 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul is joined by colleague Kelly and Nutrition Warehouse Manager Tim to discuss all things contest prep including the reverse diet. ...

Episode 131 - What's Next?

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul discusses at length where his current motivation lies and why he continues to train with the same level of intensity and focus as...

Episode 130 - Health, Fitness & Travel with Kelly Greenslade

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul is joined by Kelly once again after she returned from 3 weeks overseas to talk about how she maintained her health and fitness wh...

Episode 129 - Im Finding It Easy - Kerry Ashcroft

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats once again with Pro Figure Athlete Kerry Ashcroft. This is an unscripted podcast where they chat about Kerry's upcoming se...

Episode 128 - The Non-Negotiables Paradox

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

IN this episode Paul discusses a tool he has used for years and that has proven to be very successful. Having weekly non-negotiables is a great way t...

Episode 127 - Weightloss Surgery is F*^king Hard

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Katrina about her extensive weightloss surgery experience. This is an amazing and brave journey and provides a lot of...

Episode 126 - I've Got your Back, All Things Chiropractic.

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Dr Adam Epskamp, a very experienced and highly regarded Chiropractor. We discuss the specifics of his service at Sil...

Episode 125 - Running a Successful Mini Cut with Kelly Greenslade

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with long term client and colleague Kelly about her recent mini cut and what she did to make it to be successful. . . . Web...

Episode 124 - What is Long Drive with Matt Stubbs

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Long Drive Professional Matt Stubbs. They discuss all things long drive including the details of the sport and Matts ...

Episode 123 - Understanding a Bodybuilding Show with Jason Woodforth

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with ICN Qld President Jason Woodforth to discuss the upcoming ICN season but also go over each division to provide compreh...

Episode 122 - All Things Physio & Bodybuilding with Lawrence Grieves

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Lawrence Greives (General Muscle) about his career in Physio and Body building and the correlation between the two. . ...

Episode 121 - The Secret to Success in Life

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats about what he believes to be the secret to success in life. This one is well worth the listen. . . . Website: www.paulsbod...

Episode 120 - Make Yourself a Priority with Monique Hooper

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is a very special episode as Paul finally gets to chat with his beautiful partner Monique. Monique has been in the fitness industry for close t...

Episode 119 - Simple Life Hacks that can make a big difference

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Paul details a number of simple yet affective life hacks to further improve your own health and wellbeing that are very easy to implem...

Episode 118 - Gym Pet Peeves

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul takes a candid and somewhat humorous look at some pet peeves in the gym. This list has come about from his own experience as well...

Episode 117 - What's New & Sexy in Supplementation

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul chats with Tim Henderson from Nutrition Warehouse and discusses all things supplementation for 2023. They also talk about why yo...

Episode 116 - Life after Cancer with Rhonda Jansen

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul chats once again with long time client Rhonda. Rhonda detailed her cancer experience in Episode 50 but in this episode, we chat ...

Episode 115 - Health & Fitness for 2023 with Kelly Greenslade

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Paul and Kelly chat about health and fitness for 2023 covering topics such as trends, goals and misconceptions. There's plenty of hin...