The Mind Muscle Connection is a show dedicated to educating you on applying science-based; training, nutrition, and mindset strategies to help you build a leaner, stronger, and more confident self. Grab some coffee and listen in!
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -My 10 fitness/nutrition rules -Thoughts on finding your calorie intake for weight loss. Links: How to make adjustments for weight loss: PODCAST and BLOG Why tracking might not be working for you: PODCAST and BLOG...
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: -(0:00) How long his prep was. -(5:50) How many shows he did and his results. -(37:00) Challenges with doing multiple shows. -(43:37) Did he increase his calories into his show? -(50:00) Did his high step count help him? -(57:23) Immediate and long-term gameplan for Steve. How to find...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Ways to break through your weight gain plateau -Random facts about me.
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. -(0:00) The research process -(3:35) What she has been up to. -(8:50) Her social media hiatus. -(19:10) What her training and nutrition looks like cu...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics: -Nutrition adjustments during a building phase.
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Today I am joined by Jordan Syatt. Jordan is best known as Gary Vaynerchuk's trainer, but truly has a CRAZY amount of knowledge and experience - he's a 5x world champion powerlifter, has mentored under the likes of Eric Cressey and Louie Simmons. In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) His background -(7:15) How he started coaching Gary Vaynerchuk. -(15:10) Biggest takeaways from training Gary. -(18:40) What his current training lo...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -Things that actually matter for improving your appearance. -Are high reps/lower weight good for building muscle?
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I am joined by Brandon Da Cruz. Brandon is an online nutrition and physique coach, internationally published fitness model, National Level NPC competitor, and the National Sales Manager for a New York-based sports nutrition company called Innovapharm. In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) Update on his training. -(8:45) Thoughts on mini-bulks and mini-cuts. -(26:15) How to manage recovery outside of eating more. ...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -When just saying "all you need is a calorie deficit" can be hurtful. -How to manage training during the holidays.
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I am joined by Lindsay Parker (aka Lifting Lindsay). She is a wife and mother of 3. She also has a deep passion for learning and teaching. Lastly, she also really loves lifting weights and fitness. What we talked about: - (0:00)Her background. - (11:25) What her training and nutrition looks like. - (18:15) Benefits of building muscle for females. - (24:50) Common misconceptions around building. - (29:50) The ov...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -What things to focus on after the beginner gains for building muscle. -My thoughts on low calorie diets for fat loss. Read "What You Should Focus On To Build Muscle After the Beginner Gains" HERE...
In this episode, I am joined by Erik Bustillo. Erik is a Registered Dietitian. He attended Florida International University and earned the title of Registered Dietitian. Additionally, Erik is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist through the International Society of Sports Nutrition- ISSN, a Certified Strength Coach, and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association – NSCA. He is also the Co-Vice President of the ISSN. In this episode, we do some common n...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -How to get more protein in your diet -How weight loss might actually hurt you Read "How Focusing Strictly On Weight Loss Could Actually Hurt You" HERE...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, we did a little Q&A. Here is what we discussed: -(0:00) Update on him -(7:30) Do you have to track macros forever? -(18:56) Are glute finishers a waste of time. -(29:42) How to program weight training and cardio in the same session. -(34:00) Best lower body exercise for hypertrophy. -(56:39) How crucial is super setting when it comes to increasing your metabolism. -(1:01:11) Hype around Athletic Greens? Ins...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -3 ways to bulletproof your metabolism -Building phase misconceptions Read "Three Ways To Bulletproof Your Metabolism" HERE...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I am joined by Brandon Da Cruz. Brandon is an online nutrition and physique coach, internationally published fitness model, National Level NPC competitor, and the National Sales Manager for a New York-based sports nutrition company called Innovapharm. In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) Update on him -(17:30) Question 1: How to program workouts if you haven't been getting much sleep. -(30:45) Question 2: Bigges...
If you want more information on the new group coaching course click HERE . Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -Deload 101 -Nutrition before a morning workout -Does weight lifting or cardio burn fat faster? Read "Deload 101: What It Is and How To Use Them" HERE...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click 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 him. -(4:30) What is progressive overload. -(8:45) Forms of progressive overload. -(25:00) Set increases as a form of overload. -(35:45) Differences between strength and hypertrophy. -(46:25) How hitting a 1RM can hurt your progress. -(48:30) Programming recommendations. Where to find Jordan...
If you want more information on the new group coaching course click HERE . Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -Reasons why you need to take time away from fat loss dieting. -How to transition out of a fat loss diet. -When to take creatine. Read "How to Maintain Weight Loss After a Diet" HERE...
In this episode I am joined by Andrew Coates. Andrew is the owner of Andrew Coates Fitness. Host of The Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast. Fitness Writer for major fitness publications including T-Nation, The PTDC, Generation Iron, and TrueCoach. In this episode we discuss: (0:00) Intro. (17:20) His fitness background. (26:00) The importance of writing skills as a trainer. (29:00) What his current training looks like. (34:45) Does he follow a certain program? (40:00) Working around pain while work...
If you want more information on the new group coaching course click HERE . Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -How we periodize muscle building phases for cleints. -Things I wish trainers would start and stop doing. Read "Training Phases Clients Go Through For Building Muscle" HERE ....
To see if it is a good fit for you fill out this FORM. If you are ready to sign up, then fill out this form HERE . If you want more information click HERE . In this episode, I discuss my online coaching service. -Who the program is for. -What you get. -F.A.Q. -How often will I be doing this?...
In this episode, I am joined by Menno Henselmans. We discussed: -(0:00) His fitness background. -(9:45) What his training looks like. -(22:05) What his programming looks like for his clients. -(25:45)His thoughts on the recent Pontzer study going over metabolic rate throughout the lifespan. -(27:45) Why muscle is so important for maintaining your metabolic rate. -(31:40) Sex does NOT matter for metabolic rate. -(36:40) His thoughts on the Careau study going over the constrained energy model. -(4...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -Insights into a building phase. -How to manage a night out drinking. Read "Insights into a building phase" HERE ....
In this episode, Im joined by Jeremiah Bair. Jeremiah is the owner of Bairfit and the host of the podcast "Living Lean". In this episode, we did a little Q&A. Here is what we discussed: -What his training has been like. -How to find out if you are losing muscle during a cut. -How long does it take to see muscle growth when you first start training. -Is it ok to go over on fats in a building phase. -Should you cycle your calories during a building phase? -How to manage cravings during the men...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -What does each nutritional periodization phase look like? -How to set up a 4 day training split.
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I am joined by Brandon Da Cruz. Brandon is an online nutrition and physique coach, internationally published fitness model, National Level NPC competitor, and the National Sales Manager for a New York-based sports nutrition company called Innovapharm. In this episode we discuss: -Update on Brandon. -What is insulin? -What is insulin resistance? -Can this effect fat loss? -Drawbacks of insulin resistance. -What ...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions. Topics: -How to improve dietary adherence.
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE Jordan is an online fitness coach and the host of the Where Optimal Meets Practical Podcast. In this episode we discuss: -His background. -What his training is like. -Junk volume for muscle hypertrophy. -How to avoid doing junk volume. -How to choose a rep range for building muscle. -Most overrated aspect of choosing rep ranges. Where to find Jordan: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/where-optimal-meets-practical/i...
Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERE To get more details click HERE In this episode, I discuss my online coaching service. -Who I work with. -Initial strategy call. -Nutrition protocol. -Training protocol. -What communication is like. -Some FAQs when it comes to my service.
