The Mind Muscle Connection

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: How long should you be in a calorie deficit? Will a cut be effective if you’ve only been in reverse for two months prior? Do you think rest days are physio...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we're diving into that One overlooked factor that is hurting your health and body comp health — circadian hygiene and circadian rhythm. I break down a few modern lifestyles that explain poor circadian hygiene can make it harder to lose fat, build muscle, and recover from workouts. Plus, I share the top habits for improving y...

In today’s episode, we have our youngest guest ever on the podcast — Calvin Sheller, an impressive 19-year-old who’s already making waves! Calvin takes us through ‘All About the Physiology of Appetite Regulation.’ He breaks down what appetite really is, the primary regulators behind it, what influences it, and clears up some common misconceptions — including when it comes to building muscle. You w...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Exercises you are more likely to use in the 15+ rep range?    Should beginners or advanced trainees rotate exercises more frequently? How important are war...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s solo episode, I talk about my updated thoughts on lengthened partials (new research)! There’s a new study out, and I’ve got some updated thoughts to share on how training in the lengthened position (when your muscles are fully stretched) compared to using full range of motion.  I’ll break down the science, talk about what this all means for...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode of Coaches Round Table, we’re excited to have Brandon DaCruz and Jeremiah Bair back with us! We’re diving into Photoshoot prep, peaking strategies, weighted vests, REDs and more! They also share updates on what they’ve been up to recently, along with helpful topics like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and Brandon’s diet leading up to his sho...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Current position on how to determine which muscle is stimulated during an exercise? Advice for new parents or anyone who is experiencing a big transition o...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we talk about ‘If you are doing these things positive changes are happening, even if you arent losing weight’ Even if you’re not seeing weight loss right away, these foundational habits are setting you up for future success! The key is consistency and focusing on long-term changes rather than striving for perfection in the short...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I sat down with Lisa Franz to talk about Crossfit to bodybuilding style training, eating meals at restaurants and more! Lisa now runs her own coaching business and hosts a podcast. We dive into her shift from CrossFit to bodybuilding-style training after experiencing sleep and hormone issues due to intense workouts and shift work,...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Supplements I am Adding in During the Newborn Stage How to Stay Motivated When Reverse Dieting, How Long Should You Be Pushing Calories Before Another Cut?...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! I am thrilled to share that I was a guest on the Wits and Weights podcast, and we’re bringing that conversation to you right here! We talked about Sustaining fat loss results and maximizing recovery for the long game. We cover important topics such as weight maintenance, reverse dieting, and what metrics you should actually track for progress. There’s...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m excited to have Susan Niebergall with us to share her inspiring journey and talk about her book Fit At Any Age: It’s Never Too Late . Susan walks us through how she got started in fitness, what her current focus looks like, and how she’s been recovering from a recent hip injury. She’ll also dive into what’s next for her trainin...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Here’s a replay of my podcast appearance with Strong Jon Fitness. Ready to transform your body without the confusion and frustration? In this episode, Jeff Hoehn gets real about what it actually takes to see results in the gym. From his early struggles with bad training habits to becoming a successful personal trainer, Jeff shares the mistakes he made...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about Why are you just maintaining muscle instead of building more. We’ll dive into some common reasons why progress slows down and I’ll give you simple, practical tips to help you push past that plateau. Whether it’s your workout routine, diet, or mindset holding you back, I’ll break it all down. So, if you’re ready to sh...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this week's episode, we're excited to welcome back Dr. Jose Antonio after quite some time to talk about Creatine, caffeine, and other beneficial supplements! Dr. Antonio shares his work with the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and studies on supplements — including misconceptions and questions on creatine and caffeine. He...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Favorite Split for Body Recomp  Benefits of Metabolic Training Phases, How to Implement It  I’m really happy where I’m at but I’m doing more activity than...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we’re diving into “Not changing your body? Try this approach instead” — a different approach that’s all about seeing effective, long-lasting results. I’ll be sharing strategies that can lead to a more naturally improved appearance and sustainable progress including the small, impactful shifts you can make that actually stick. Thi...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we welcome back Brandon Roberts to discuss NSAIDs, fat loss, metabolic adaptation, metabolism as you age, and more! It's an engaging conversation where he shares insights from his research on metabolism. Plus, he dives into his bodybuilding competition prep, including his diet, training, and approach to getting lean. Brandon also...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: 2,000 Calories of Twinkies vs 2,000 Calories of Grass-Fed Beef Is it better for muscle growth to have more than one gram per pound of body weight? Is it ea...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Are you curious about the keto diet or wondering if it's the secret to shedding those pounds? In this solo episode, I dive into an overview of the keto diet! I discuss the research from the International Society of Sports Nutrition and break down how keto affects weight loss, muscle gain, and more, including my honest thoughts on how I apply this...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we’re excited to welcome back our frequent guest, Bryan Boorstein, for another engaging discussion on “Performance dropping after each set, frequency for muscle growth”. Bryan shares his recent updates on nutrition, training, and his experience with a recent injury. He also talks about what it’s like setting up his home gym and covers...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Is Intermittent Fasting a Tool You Can Use For Muscle Gain or Fat Loss? Do I Need to Train Abs in a Fat Loss Phase? Not Overweight but I need to Lose This...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s solo episode, I will talk about Why you aren’t happy with your look as you lose weight. Many of you have experienced the frustration of losing weight without achieving the look you desire. We'll explore the surprising reasons behind this common dilemma and why the scale might be misleading you and what other factors play an important r...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we have Steve Hall to talk about How to manage fat loss (Overview of his current prep). We go over everything from his diet and training to the adjustments he’s made this time around, such as starting earlier and maintaining a higher calorie intake. Steve shares how working with a coach has influenced his approach, the importance of s...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Deloading 101 Should I adjust my step count when trying to reverse diet? If you’re someone who doesn’t eat a lot of carbs and you decide to eat a donut or...