The Mind Muscle Connection

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be answering 3 questions from my Instagram audience. I will be doing these weekly on Monday.  Topics: -My weight plateaued in a building phase, how come? -Can you do a hack squat and leg press in the same workout? -Do higher reps have their place in building muscle?

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Why increasing calories can cause weight loss. 

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Mike Israetel. Dr. Mike is the co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, Dr. Mike Israetel​ holds a PhD in Sport Physiology from East Tennessee State University.  In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) Update on his home gym.  -(10:25) Why he doesnt listen to music when he works out? -(18:25) What his training/nutrition looks like.  -(30:02) Once you get to a ce...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be answering 3 questions from my Instagram audience. I will be doing these weekly on Monday.  Topics: -Is it weird to have more hunger during a reverse diet? -Can you lower protein when building? -Should you increase calories when you have more steps while building?

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Why fat loss diets dont work for you. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE We chatted about:  -(0:00) Update on him -(15:50) Massing methods he is super confident in now.  -(25:05) Downsides of taking too many mini cuts.  -(32:15) Plans coming up for his training/nutrition.  -(37:50) Current training.  -(45:20) Full range of motion, has he changed his mind? -(55:55) What are myo-rep matc...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be answering 3 questions from my Instagram audience. I will be doing these weekly on Monday.  Topics: -Should you aim for more protein if you are underweight? -Does pasta/bread count towards protein? -Should you "catch up" on calories if you undereat one day. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -How to bring up a lagging muscle group. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE We chatted about:  -(0:00) His background.  -(7:45) His current training/nutrition.  -(21:00) Metabolic adaptation overview. -(28:25) When metabolic adaptation happens.  -(32:00) Things he has changed his mind on with metabolic adaptation.  -(42:45) How to offset metabolic adaptation.  -(49:00) Should you keep die...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be answering 3 questions from my Instagram audience. I will be doing these weekly on Monday.  Topics: -How to stay insulin sensitive during a building phase.  -Is carbohydrate intake important for body composition? -Should you eat less than your RMR for weight loss?

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -7 Building phase misconceptions. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In today's episode, I am joined by Jason Theobald. He is a nutritionist/trainer in the world of physique sports and the founder of Scoobyprep. He works closely with athletes at all levels from those wanting to shed body fat for the beach, natural physique competitors, power-lifters and IFBB pros. He is also t...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be answering 3 questions from my Instagram audience. I will be doing these weekly on Monday.  Topics: -Modest or aggressive cut? -15 day vacation with no training, will I lose muscle? -The lowest cals id recommend someone goes to on a cut. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -How to stick to your fat loss diet. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Today I am joined by Brandon DaCruz and Jeremiah Bair.  We took questions from Instagram followers and answered them. We discussed: -(0:00) Update on us.  -(31:52) How to know when to add volume to your training program? -(43:05) Why it can be tougher to stick to your macros on a reverse diet instead of fat loss.  -(59:10) Tips t...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Why you want to maintain muscle during fat loss. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In today's episode, I am joined by Milo Wolf.  Milo is currently pursuing his PhD on “the effects of range of motion on muscle hypertrophy and strength.” He has also been a coach for over 4 years.  We talked about:  -(0:00) His fitness background.  -(6:30) What his training/nutrition looks like.  -(12:20) Key...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -3 Ways to make your muscle-building workouts more efficient and effective. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I'm joined  by Martin Refalo.  Martin is a coach based out of Australia with 7+ years of experience, he is also the education coordinator for JPS Health & Fitness, as well as a natural bodybuilder.  He is currently pursuing his PhD.  -(0:00) Update on Martin -(20:35) Overview of his resea...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Traits of the successful dieter. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE Jordan is an online fitness coach and the host of the Where Optimal Meets Practical Podcast.  In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) Update on his training.  -(35:57) Things he has changed his mind on when it comes to training.  -(41:42) How often should you change exercises? -(44:30) Should I split my volume up or d...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -7 Things I track with online clients for a body transformation. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Eric Helms  He has a BS in fitness and wellness, an MS in exercise science, a second masters in sports nutrition, a PhD in strength and conditioning, and is a research fellow for AUT at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand. He also has published multiple peer-re...

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Email list HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Reverse dieting (myths, truths, reasons to use) + a client case study. Insta post on this HERE . Blog post on this HERE .

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Today I am joined by Brandon DaCruz and Jeremiah Bair.  We took questions from Instagram followers and answered them. We discussed: -(0:00) Update on us.  -(35:51) Should you use IIFYM for fat loss? -(56:34) Do you think a coach needs to be evidence based? -(1:06:34) Best periodization model for building muscle? Follow Brandon on...