Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode of It's Just Bodybuilding, Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally and Special Guest Turner Riddle tackle a controversial question: Is bodybuilding losing its prestige? We discuss the explosion of NPC and IFBB Pro cards, whether becoming a pro bodybuilder means the same thing it once did, and how these changes may be affecting the future of competitive bodybuilding. Along the way, we break down the Italy Pro, today's competitive landscape, and what it takes to stand out in a sport that has never been bigger.
00:00 Introduction & Recording at Turner Riddle's house
01:12 Turners Home Gym, Land & Lifestyle
04:28 Italy Pro Preview & Predictions
05:40 Jordan Hutchinson, Bonac & Today's Competitive Landscape
09:00 Has NPC/IFBB Bodybuilding Devalued the Pro Card?
18:00 Sponsors, Guest Posing & The Business of Bodybuilding
20:32 Old-School vs Modern Physiques
22:08 More Shows, More Pros: Good or Bad for the Sport?
30:02 The Loss of Amateur Gatekeeping
36:16 The Lost Mystique of Professional Bodybuilding
40:34 What Does Success in Bodybuilding Really Mean?
42:12 The Economics of Running Bodybuilding Shows
47:29 The Future of Competitive Bodybuilding
50:00 Pro Cards, Prestige & Industry Culture
54:50 Competing for Passion vs Recognition
1:00:08 Why the Masters Division Continues to Grow
1:01:24 Ego, Validation & Athlete Expectations
1:02:22 Realistic Expectations in Bodybuilding
1:03:50 Coach Hopping vs Staying Consistent
1:05:50 Joe vs Nick: Predictions & Debate
1:10:30 Upcoming Shows & Athlete Storylines
1:13:14 Home Gyms, Outdoor Training & Final Thoughts
1:14:10 Wrap-Up
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In this episode of It's Just Bodybuilding, Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw, Scott McNally and Special Guest Turner Riddle tackle a controversial question: Is bodybuilding losing its prestige? We discuss the explosion of NPC and IFBB Pro cards, whether becoming a pro bodybuilder means the same thing it once did, and how these changes may be affecting the future of competitive bodybuilding. Along the way, we break down the Italy Pro, today's competitive landscape, and what it takes to stand out in a sport that has never been bigger.
00:00 Introduction & Recording at Turner Riddle's house
01:12 Turners Home Gym, Land & Lifestyle
04:28 Italy Pro Preview & Predictions
05:40 Jordan Hutchinson, Bonac & Today's Competitive Landscape
09:00 Has NPC/IFBB Bodybuilding Devalued the Pro Card?
18:00 Sponsors, Guest Posing & The Business of Bodybuilding
20:32 Old-School vs Modern Physiques
22:08 More Shows, More Pros: Good or Bad for the Sport?
30:02 The Loss of Amateur Gatekeeping
36:16 The Lost Mystique of Professional Bodybuilding
40:34 What Does Success in Bodybuilding Really Mean?
42:12 The Economics of Running Bodybuilding Shows
47:29 The Future of Competitive Bodybuilding
50:00 Pro Cards, Prestige & Industry Culture
54:50 Competing for Passion vs Recognition
1:00:08 Why the Masters Division Continues to Grow
1:01:24 Ego, Validation & Athlete Expectations
1:02:22 Realistic Expectations in Bodybuilding
1:03:50 Coach Hopping vs Staying Consistent
1:05:50 Joe vs Nick: Predictions & Debate
1:10:30 Upcoming Shows & Athlete Storylines
1:13:14 Home Gyms, Outdoor Training & Final Thoughts
1:14:10 Wrap-Up
🔴 OFFICIAL SPONSOR
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Ron Partlow
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Dusty Hanshaw
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Scott McNally
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📱 TRAIN LIKE HELL APP
Ron’s official training app
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🙏 SUPPORT THINK BIG BODYBUILDING
Patreon (Every $5 helps keep the shows going)
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👕 THINK BIG MERCH
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✅ ADDITIONAL SPONSOR
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