The Mind Muscle Connection

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Should you do a fast or slow approach for weight loss? -Do you need to increase calories on workout days? -Can you have too much protein at one meal? Click here to read "Fast or Slow Approach for Weight Loss?" Click here to read "What is Nutrition Perio...

In today's episode, I am joined by Jonathan Goodman.  Jon launched the Personal Trainer Development Center in 2011; published Ignite the Fire, the first of his 11 books for personal trainers, in 2012; and founded the Online Trainer Academy, the first-ever certification for online fitness and nutrition coaches, in 2016. Originally from Toronto, Jon spends his winters traveling the world with h...

In today's solo episode I dive into some topics I find interesting. Topics: -How to set up a long-term powerbuilding program, plus pros and cons of it. -How to lower your injury risk when lifting.  Click here to read "How to Setup a Powerbuilding Plan" Click here to read "How to Figure Out Your Macros in 4 Steps." Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, I'm joined by Jon Vlahogiannakos.  Jon is a parent, husband, weight loss coach, and the owner of Strong Jon Fitness. In this episode we discuss practical ways to help with weight loss plus:  -How he is from Toronto and a Canadiens fan. -His fitness background.  -How he managed his training during covid.  -Main weight loss principles for clients.  -How to not spiral out of con...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -The important training principles for building muscle.  -Chicken or a protein shake after a workout? -How to quit overthinking.  Click here to read "The Most Important Training Principles to Build Muscle" Click here for Steve Hall episode. Click here now to...

In this episode, I'm joined again by Martin Refalo.  Martin is a coach based out of Australia with 6+ years of experience, he is also the education coordinator for JPS Health & Fitness, as well as a natural bodybuilder. He has an intense passion for the fitness industry and the science behind training and nutrition.  In this episode, we discuss his new paper "Influence of resistance...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Strategies to build your arms. -Benefits of tracking during the week and not the weekend. -Typical bulking mindset myths. Click here to read "7 Strategies to Build Better Arms" Click here for Steve Hall episode. Click here now to apply for online coaching wi...

In today's episode, I am joined by Laurin Conlin. Laurin is an IFBB Pro Bikini competitor and the owner of Team LoCoFit. She earned her B.S. from Florida State University and her M.S. from the University of South Florida, both in Exercise Science. She continues to serve as a research assistant to Dr. Bill Campbell’s Physique Enhancement lab at USF. Laurin has worked through the struggles of e...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -What is Metabolic Adaptation. -How to stay sane if you cant go to the gym for a week. Click here to read "What Is Metabolic Adaptation?" Click here to read "Are You Using the Scale as Your Only Form of Progress?" Click here to read "An Effecti...

In this episode, Kade Howell and I team up for some Q&A. We dive into a few topics including steroid & creatine use, tracking calories vs tracking macros, our thoughts on the Paleo Diet, and more! Enjoy the show! Apply for online coaching: Click here How to find Kade:  Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1183283 Instagram: @howell_fit

Today we will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topic: The diet principles (in order if importance) for changing your physique. Click here to read "Diet Principles for Changing Your Physique" Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

Nick is the Founder and CEO of Renaissance Periodization. He is also the co-host of the RP Strength podcast with wife - and RP colleague - Lori Shaw. He is a former competitive powerlifter and bodybuilder, Nick has also personally coached numerous world-class athletes, including CrossFit Games Champions, international medalists, Olympians, UFC fighters, professional athletes, and Navy SEALs. In th...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Top training splits for building muscle. -Go-to meals when going out. -How to know when to take a deload, and for how long? -Top shoulder exercises for building muscle. Click here to read "3 Most Effective Training Splits For Building Muscle" Click here now...

In today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Peter Fitschen.  Peter has a PhD in Nutritional Science, Master of Science in Biology/Physiology & Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry. He has been apart of many peer-review papers. He is also a competitive natural bodybuilder and the co-owner of Fit Body Physique.  In this episode we discuss: -His fitness background. -What he has learned working with...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Does "yo-yo" Dieting Damage Your Metabolism? -Should you take beta-alanine? -Is red meat ok to have? Click here to read "Does Weight Loss Get Tougher If You Have Dieted Multiple Times Before?" Click here now to apply for online coaching with our te...

In this episode, Im joined by Jeff Alberts. Jeff is the head coach and co-founder of 3DMJ.  He started lifting weights back in 1986 and has competed in natural bodybuilding since 1993. He has put an emphasis on making sure his approach to the sport is balanced both in and out of the gym for his athletes. His success stems from that balance and by working with a sound structure for his athletes’ tr...

In this episode, Kade Howell and I team up for some Q&A. Here are the questions we covered: -How to find your calories when getting started. -Do you have to train harder the more advanced you get? -How to get more protein in your diet. -What to do if the people you are with don't live a healthy lifestyle? -Does lifting weights help with fat loss? -Does intermittent fasting work? Apply for...

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Melissa Davis. Dr. Davis holds a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior and has 10 years of research experience. She is also the author of the book: Evidence-Based Habit Building: Finally Get Sh*t Done.  Topics we discussed: -Dr. Davis' background/current training.  -Why she wrote a book on habits.  -What is considered a habit. -How stress can hurt your progress....

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Click here to read "7 Sneaky Things That Can Cause a Plateau in Fat Loss". Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, Im joined by Steve Hall. Steve is the owner/founder of Revive Stronger and the host of the podcast "The Revive Stronger Podcast", he is also a natural competitive bodybuilder.  You will learn about: -What his current training is like. -His issue with hunger as he gains weight.  -New exercises he is enjoying from home.  -Muscle groups he focused on during his building pha...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Click here to read "How To Enjoy A Night Out And Still Stay On Track". Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, Im joined by Jeremiah Bair. Jeremiah is the owner of Bairfit and the host of the podcast "Living Lean".  -Jeremiah's current training/nutrition. -Why he feels better dieting instead of building.  -Why dieting can be more flexible compared to a building phase.  -How he explains a building phase to clients.  -Why you don't want to be half in/half out during a bui...

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting. Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, I'm joined by Danny Lennon.  Danny is the founder of Sigma Nutrition and head of content creation for the company. He has worked as a nutrition practitioner with a wide variety of clients. He became well known for his role as a performance nutritionist to professional mixed martial artists & boxers. In this episode we discuss: -Danny's nutrition background. -What is...

In this episode, I go over how to transition out of a fat loss diet and why I use calorie/macro ranges instead of exact numbers.  Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team. Click here to read the blog on How to Maintain Weight Loss After a Diet