Should You Restrict Water on Show Day? (Most Get This Wrong) | J3U Podcast Ep. 248

Most flat stage looks come from loading too late and cutting too much water.

In this episode, we break down how we peaked two athletes for the 2026 Olympia: a Men's Physique competitor who came in about six pounds heavier, and a 212 competitor who held more fullness than last year. We cover aggressive carb loading, the carryover effect of food, and fluid on show day.

If you're serious about competing, this will help you decide how hard to load in the days before your show, instead of chasing fullness all show day.

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