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 training. So, if you’ve been feeling stuck, losing motivation, or thinking it’s too late to start your own ...
Sep 25, 2024•56 min
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 so you don’t have to. We’ll talk about why it’s not about how much you work out, but how you work o...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 12 min
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 shift from just maintaining to making real gains, this episode is perfect for you! Let’s talk about: I...
Sep 20, 2024•13 min
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 also explains which supplements are truly beneficial and which ones may not be as effective as people think, ...
Sep 18, 2024•50 min
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 is feasible. How can I maintain? Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn...
Sep 16, 2024•27 min
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.This isn’t about quick fixes, but real change! If you’re feeling burned out or frustrated with not seein...
Sep 13, 2024•19 min
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 offers a brief view into his upcoming projects, such as co-authoring a skeletal muscle physiology textbo...
Sep 11, 2024•58 min
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 easier to gain muscle below 10 percent body fat or at higher body fat? Follow me on Instagram for more...
Sep 09, 2024•19 min
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 to my clients! So if keto is something you're considering adding to your diet, this is a must-listen to....
Sep 06, 2024•21 min
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 all things hypertrophy and training. Tune in for a valuable discussion and updates! Let’s talk abou...
Sep 04, 2024•59 min
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 Last 10-15 Pounds. Is This Going to be More Diet Or Training Related? Follow me on Instagram for mor...
Sep 02, 2024•24 min
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 role in shaping your appearance during weight loss. So, if you ever found yourself dropping pounds but sti...
Aug 30, 2024•15 min
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 sleep and stress management, and how he’s integrating the latest research into his routine. This epis...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min
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 two, is it better to eat them before or after your workout? Follow me on Instagram for more informat...
Aug 26, 2024•22 min
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, you won’t want to miss this episode! Let’s talk about: Introduction How to know you’re building muscl...
Aug 23, 2024•20 min
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. If you’re thinking about improving your approach or curious about exercises that will be beneficial ...
Aug 21, 2024•58 min
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 cut? How small of a deficit for a body recomp and how long can you sit in that deficit? Follow me on ...
Aug 19, 2024•19 min
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 how maintenance works can help you optimize your body’s health and performance! Don’t miss out on th...
Aug 16, 2024•26 min
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 influencing your body body weight. Also, recent researches that have supported and slightly altered some of the ideas presente...
Aug 14, 2024•57 min
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 scared to put on body fat? What is considered higher body fat levels? Follow me on Instagram for more ...
Aug 12, 2024•23 min
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. Whether you're in your 20s and want to avoid common pitfalls, or you're in your 30s and feeling lost about h...
Aug 09, 2024•26 min
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 in weight loss medications, the GLP-1s, their benefits and considerations. If you've ever struggled wi...
Aug 07, 2024•36 min
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 weight. What can she do to lose weight? I know the Anabolic Window has been largely debunked, but d...
Aug 05, 2024•23 min
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 for it to work! Be sure to listen closely and through the end because I will also have two bonus reaso...
Aug 02, 2024•17 min
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 the unique qualifications for coaches, self-investment, and even Sue’s tips on effectively growing ...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 10 min
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 information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Masterclass: HERE Nutrition...
Jul 29, 2024•23 min
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 to listen closely and take notes as this episode is packed with actionable tips you won’t want to miss! ...
Jul 26, 2024•23 min
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 supersets in your workouts. Plus, the potential benefits and limitations of this training approach for diffe...
Jul 24, 2024•59 min
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 happen? Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy ...
Jul 22, 2024•24 min
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 everything you need to consider for optimizing your workout routine. Plus, I'll share some practical tips to ensure you're ...
Jul 19, 2024•21 min
