Michael Garzia - The Coaching Collective

Michael Garzia - The Coaching Collective Nutrition and Coach

Qualified Nutritionist and Certified Trainer.

31/08/2026

Welcome to the Podcast - IFBB Pro, Ayrton Barret.

We are incredibly grateful to have had Ayrton on last week, where we discussed his journey to becoming an IFBB Pro.

Ayrton placed 3rd in his first Regional Appearance in Season C, 2025 and considered calling it a day there after. A phone call and 2 shows later, he was Australia Men’s Physique Pro for the Season.

A true testament to resilience.

Be sure to check it out, if you haven’t.

Plenty more to come!

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31/08/2026

What does a 16-week Prep really look like?

Share with us your perspective below.

Any questions? Don’t hesitate in reaching out.

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Same showing, 16 months later.6-weeks in a “Health” Phase, 14-weeks in Prep and 8-weeks in a “Primer” for the Prep.That ...
31/08/2026

Same showing, 16 months later.

6-weeks in a “Health” Phase, 14-weeks in Prep and 8-weeks in a “Primer” for the Prep.

That leaves us with about 10-months of growing - which amounted to 6.3kg.

I was told coming out of last season that I needed to close the size gap - so that’s where I got to work, and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t surprised by the progression made.

This wasn’t a case of being a bullet proof routine Bodybuilder. As a matter of fact, there were many times where life pushed back and said “not today”. Instead, it was a case of ticking as many boxes as I could while focusing on the other areas of my life which offer an equal if not greater amount of fulfilment.

It was recognising that down periods are not a time to derail, but instead a time to control what you can.

And if I needed to lean on one quality which gave me the opportunity to make this progression, it was resilience.

Regardless of what was going on around me, I made it work - even if it meant moving at 80%.

Bodybuilding is part of my life, not all of it.

3-weeks out now.

So excited to do it all again - but this time, better.

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30/08/2026

So incredibly happy with this package.

6.3kg improvement since April, 2025 and gaps clearly closed on the physique.

Today was the loss I needed to put myself in a place to make intentional improvements across the next 3 weeks.

I couldn’t be more excited to cap this all off.

Thanks for everyone for their support, and a massive hats off to Jamie on the win.

We keep leading by example ⚔️

Number 18 for tomorrow - my birthday, my lucky number and a blessing.I’ve been a little more quiet than I’d have liked f...
29/08/2026

Number 18 for tomorrow - my birthday, my lucky number and a blessing.

I’ve been a little more quiet than I’d have liked for this upcoming season - but this is no reflection of the importance this season holds.

A few weeks ago, I began experiencing some significant Gastrointestinal Issues - and while a resolution was reached, it did cast doubt over my ability to partake in this season despite some subtle lingering impacts.

What makes this most important, is the last 18 months of my life. From experiencing the highest highs followed by some of the lowest lows - including the abrupt loss of my Mentor and Voice of Reason - my Father.

This season holds importance not only in honour of him, but the fact a number of paths have lead to this point.

While I’ve been blessed with success, abundance and a life which is exactly what I imagined 10 years ago, my competitive journey embodies the fact that I am capable of anything.

Tomorrow and for the remainder of the season, I will bring my best to a journey which is huge part of my life - although fortunately, not my entire life as there is so much to be grateful for.

But it is what it represents which is truly special.

Time to dance - thank you to everyone who has shown support.

I will lead by example, and will continue to for as long as I have a voice.

27/08/2026

The fine details in Bodybuilding matter.

What of the things we’ve noticed across recent seasons has been the importance of Tanning and the fact that people still have such a tendency to get it wrong.

Consider how important presentation is in bodybuilding - then close the boxes off.

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27/08/2026

Rating Advice from Social Media.

No short answers (I’m not good at that).

And as always, immense value.

Comment your thoughts and questions below.

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26/08/2026

Bodybuilding is a game of Genetics.

They will take you a long way - which is for some, and unfortunate reality.

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26/08/2026

4 Coaches, 4 Answers - Re-Feeds vs Cheat Meals.

Another one from the series - you guys loved this one, so we’d love to hear your Feedback in the comments.

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24/08/2026

Ever wondered how First and Second Call Out are determined?

Well, we were lucky enough to deep dive this with Brett on our most recent Podcast.

Some great feedback from this one - if you haven’t checked it out, make sure you do!

📍 The Coaching Collective are Proud Sponsors of the IFBB Pro League Australia for Season B and Season C, 2026. Get involved with us below - all your support doesn’t go unnoticed 👇🏻

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