Back after an incredible international stretch — judging in China and running the Bali Pro/AM — world-class athletes from across Asia and Australia raising the bar. We reflect on what made both events so special and look back on how far NBA has come since the three of us came on board and built it into the biggest, most professional natural bodybuilding federation in Australia. We break down the key changes that completely transformed the athlete experience, the culture, and the reputation both nationally and globally.
We cover:
✅ Judging in Chengdu — deep lineups, pro-level physiques, clear criteria, and world-class presentation.
✅ The NBA evolution — how we revolutionised the federation: better athlete experience, and expansion nationwide and internationally.
✅ The turning point — we turned NBA into a national powerhouse with record shows, international reach, and a culture of professionalism.
✅ Key changes that shaped success — digital cards, belts, and new outfit, to high-resistance to changes like new bikini and wellness posing, efficient running order, and Friday-night shows. Every change has proven its worth.
✅ Bali Pro-Am — seamless athlete village, macro-tracked catering, improved production.
✅ Global community — athletes from China, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, India, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Australia.
✅ Ade Rai moment — Indonesia’s “godfather” of bodybuilding joined Paolo on stage for a raw, emotional message.
✅ Vision & teamwork — from our first state shows to now international events, we’ve proven what happens when three people in the trenches—coaches, athletes, and directors—build something with purpose.
✅ Future focus — Season C Nationals expands to a 3-day show, China becomes a permanent fixture, and Bali returns bigger again in 2026.
✅ Coaching Q&A — short vs long preps, diet-break myths, and the art of maintaining muscle under fatigue.
🎧 The story of how three coaches turned a federation around—and took it to the world stage.
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