The Mind Muscle Connection

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I’m diving into the topic of How to know you’re building muscle. I’ll be sharing why building muscle is a slower process compared to fat loss and why it can be tougher to measure, practical ways to assess your muscle gains and tips on best practices to really see progress on your building phase. If building muscle is your goal, y...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we’re joined by Cody Moxley, who shares his expertise on Variables that influence exercise selection. We dive into the importance of selecting the right exercises that target specific muscle groups, focusing on stability, muscle length, and load to get the best results — including the common mistakes in hypertrophy training and more....

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: Can’t work out for a few weeks for health reasons. How to prevent muscle loss? How to know you are ready to exit maintenance and transition to a build or c...

In this solo episode, we’re talking All about maintenance calories (Misconceptions, Benefits, When We use them, How to find them)! I’ll break down everything from the idea that maintenance calories means you’re not making progress, building muscles, to understanding what this really means and more. So whether you’ve been in a calorie deficit for too long or are coming off a surplus, understanding...

EP 480 Audio Show Notes  Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Stephan Guyenet, author of "The Hungry Brain," to discuss the updates he would make on his book. Dr. Stephan shares insights on how your understanding of exercise's role in weight loss has evolved, challenging traditional views on energy balance and genetic factors influencin...

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: What have been some of your biggest nutrition hurdles? How did you overcome them?   Is it beneficial to stay closer to maintenance when bulking if you are...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I get real about my own experiences with Fitness in my 20s versus my 30s. I'll share the mistakes I made when I was younger, like obsessing over getting big and neglecting important things like cardio and overall health. Then I'll dive into how my approach has evolved, focusing on long-term health and sustainable habits...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into obesity, GLP-1, and more with Dr. Karl Nadolsky, a clinical endocrinologist and obesity specialist.  We discuss the challenges many of you face when it comes to weight loss journeys - how factors like genetics, environment, and biology play a significant role beyond just diet and exercise. Also, we cover the latest i...

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: I have a friend who is overweight and is eating a thousand calories per day. Her metabolism is totally down, she is 51 years old, and does not want to lift...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about the 5 Reasons your Body Recomp phase isn’t working.  If you find yourself stuck in a plateau or not seeing the results you expected, it can be frustrating and I understand that. That is why this episode will dive into the reasons why Body Recomp isn’t working so that  you can make the necessary steps and adjustments...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Sue Bush, co-owner of Physique Development. Sue dives deep into her personal journey. From her early struggles with body image to becoming a successful coach and business owner, Sue shares her insights on what it takes to succeed in the fitness industry. We explore a range of topics including...

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: Thoughts on Protein Sparing Modified Fast My Take on Calorie Calculators My Current Training and Nutrition Goals Follow me on Instagram for more informatio...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about the 5 Reasons to have a phased nutrition approach. If you feel stuck in a cycle of endless fat loss phases without making real progress — this episode is for you! I’ll cover why focusing solely on fat loss isn't always the best strategy, and how a phased approach can help you achieve sustainable results. Be sure...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Ever wondered if supersets are worth the hype? In today’s episode, we have Ryan Burke and we’ll talk about Supersets for Muscle Growth! We’ll break down Ryan’s research, including how the study was set up and what the results showed. He also addressed common concerns like gym crowding and exercise selection, a few practical tips on how to use superset...

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! Let’s talk about: Tips for dealing with hunger on a cut Tips for overcoming fear of fat gain on a bulk Does lifting really heavy cause weight loss to stall or not...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today's solo episode, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of how many sets you should do to build muscle. We'll explore the ideal range of sets and uncover the variables that can influence where you fall within that range. From time commitments and genetics to training intensity and other physical activities, we'll break down eve...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we have Michael Laviolette for the first time, a physiotherapist and an online fitness and health coach, to dive deep into Injury Management. Michael shares his journey from his passion in music to physical therapist, and how his own transformation sparked his love for health and fitness. We discuss the misconceptions, common issues l...

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: Ever since my husband, aged 54, started shift work, he’s put on weight around his stomach How aggressively do you diet your athletes? Thoughts on mini cuts...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we're talking about My updated thoughts on protein for body comp (Timing, How much, Sources, etc) Protein, an essential nutrient that impacts every aspect of our health. We'll discuss why protein is vital for our bodies, how it supports muscle growth, aids in weight management, and contributes to overall well-being. If...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we have Jake Remmert with us to talk about Research on reps in reserve (RIR) for muscle growth. Jake talks about his journey from powerlifting to bodybuilding and shares what it's like prepping for a bodybuilding show. We discussed his latest research including muscle pump, and its potential role in muscle growth. Plus, our focus...

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: Calorie Recommendations for Injury Recovery Anything in particular women in their 40s need to focus on from a body composition standpoint? Drop sets for mu...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I'm diving into 8 Lessons from my last fat loss phase. I'll be sharing my personal experiences with everything from managing hunger and keeping up with training when energy is low, to the importance of consistent habits and how to handle those pesky cravings. I'll break down what actually works, what doesn't,...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Eric Helms returns to discuss the Importance of preference for muscle growth strategies, training/nutrition changes for his book, and more He shares the exciting updates coming to his Muscle and Strength Pyramid books and insights from his successful bodybuilding-focused offseason, explaining how he's optimized his training f...

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 it common to be ravenously hungry on maintenance calories? Slow steady performance gains – does this imply recomp? How importance is soreness for muscle...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we're talking about the 5 reasons to take a break from fat loss. We all want to look and feel our best, but sometimes, our pursuit of fat loss can do more harm than good.  If you've been feeling exhausted, hungry all the time, or just plain frustrated with your progress, this episode is for you! We'll explore five...