In this engaging conversation, Steve Hall and Alberto delve into various aspects of bodybuilding, personal growth, and the impact of lifestyle choices on health. Alberto shares his journey of abstaining from alcohol since Halloween 2022, motivated by family history with alcoholism and a desire to be a responsible father. He reflects on the challenges of maintaining a healthy relationship with food and alcohol, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal triggers and the concept of 'food noise.' The discussion transitions into the nuances of bodybuilding, where Alberto highlights the significance of listening to one's body, the balance between training intensity and recovery, and the importance of adapting training methods to individual needs. As they explore the intricacies of competition prep, Alberto candidly discusses his recent experiences, including the challenges of muscle maintenance and the psychological aspects of dieting. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in training and the need to adapt strategies based on personal experiences. The conversation wraps up with insights on the future of bodybuilding, the role of coaching, and the importance of documenting one's journey for future reflection. Overall, the episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and philosophical musings on the art and science of bodybuilding. Chapters 00:00 Alcohol and Family History 02:16 Understanding Food Noise 10:10 Caffeine and Its Effects 19:24 Fate vs. Free Will 22:24 Optimizing Training and Personal Preferences 35:13 Fatherhood and Bodybuilding Balance 36:59 Training Progress and Setbacks 39:48 Recovery and Training Strategies 43:49 Volume and Intensity in Bodybuilding 50:09 The Psychology of Contest Prep 53:08 Lessons from Competition Experiences 01:01:09 Future Plans and Coaching Decisions Thanks, please comment, like and subscribe! More from Berto: https://www.instagram.com/nunez3dmj/ https://www.youtube.com/user/Team3DMJ COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/ MEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/ INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestronger NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5 __________________________________________________________________ Epic Workout Clothing (use code STRONGER): • US: https://www.raskolapparel.com?snowball=STRONGER • Europe: https://raskolapparel.eu/ • Canada: https://raskolapparel.ca/ __________________________________________________________________ Our Ebooks! Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook: • https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/ __________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself! MASS (Research Review): • https://www.massmember.com/a/2147994108/MxeV4T3M JPS Mentorship • https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/offers/ab2q2QSo/checkout Muscle & Strength Pyramids • https://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1uk0lvv6e1rqv __________________________________________________________________ When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form: https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices