The ProPhysique Code

In this episode, our hosts reflect on some of their favorite core memories from 2025 — from standout shows to unforgettable moments and everything in between. They also break down the year's ins, outs, and in-betweens, sharing what they noticed, what stuck, and what they're carrying with them into the new year.

If you're thinking about competing in 2026, this episode is your starting point. We break down common goal-setting mistakes, realistic timelines, and how to approach prep goals like a mature, serious athlete. From choosing the right season to understanding what actually needs to be built before prep begins, this conversation helps you move from vague ambition to a clear, executable plan.

In this episode, Paul, Danika, and Stephanie sit down to discuss the evolution of a lifestyle client transitioning into a prep client. They break down what truly changes when an athlete makes this shift — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From readiness and expectations to the increased demands of prep, the hosts share real coaching insight on how (and when) a lifestyle client is actually prepared to take the leap into competition.

In this episode, our hosts recap NPC Nationals from this past weekend, where each had athletes competing on the national stage. They share firsthand observations from the show, discuss trends they noticed across divisions, and dive into what truly separates athletes who are ready to compete at the national level from those who still need more time to develop.

In this episode Danika and AnnMarie Lawrence have an honest conversation about how their approach to health, nutrition, and self-care has evolved as they have moved through different seasons of life, especially parenthood.  They explore what it means to nourish both themsleves and their families without perfection, how priorities shift when performance gives way to presence, and why health should be adaptable rather than rigid.