Bonus EP Audio Show Notes Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this special bonus episode, I'm thrilled to announce the opening of spots for the Performance Recomp Method—a high-touch, one-on-one coaching program designed to transform your body composition and elevate your performance. If you have been working hard at the gym but not seeing the results you want, wanting to build muscle, drop body fat, and optimize your health without feeling overwhelmed, this program is tailored for...
Apr 24, 2025•14 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, we have Dr Allison Brager to talk about The Science of Sleep, Stress & Performance. Dr Allison shares her research on sleep and behavior. We discuss the importance of sleep—how it influences both physical and cognitive performance—and explore practical tips for improving your sleep quality, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Tune in to discover how understanding all these can be a game-changer for your training and lifes...
Apr 23, 2025•44 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Today, we’re taking a moment to Reintroducing Myself: Coaching, Philosophy and the Truth About Eat Less, Train More I share my background, my coaching philosophy, and what drives my passion for helping others achieve their body composition goals. Understanding where I come from and the principles I stand by can help you grasp the insights I share throughout the podcast! Plus, I discuss the common approach of “eat less, train more”. I know how overwh...
Apr 21, 2025•19 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I am talking about a topic that often feels confusing and overwhelming — Why You Can’t Hack Your Metabolism. I break down the misconceptions and realities of metabolism, discussing why it’s not broken and how you can optimize it including strategies for boosting your metabolic health without resorting to extreme measures or dieting nonsense. If you ever feel like your metabolism is either too slow or just not working with you, ...
Apr 18, 2025•23 min
Link to my episode on Philips pod: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1870546/episodes/16824060 Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of bringing on Philip Pape, certified nutrition coach, high-performance physique engineer, and host of the Wits & Weights Podcast, for a collab conversation on all things body recomposition. This was part two of our collaboration—Philip interviewed me for his podcast about how maintenance can be a powerful tool for body rec...
Apr 16, 2025•28 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s Q&A session, I am diving into some common questions that many of you have been asking about body recomposition, exercise strategies, and how to stay on track with fitness goals. I break down what fasted cardio is and what it does during a reverse diet, splitting up workouts, and the role of weight training and its impact on weight loss. This episode is packed with insights to help you navigate common challenges and keep you motivated,...
Apr 14, 2025•20 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I am diving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us — Why You Spend More Time Fat Loss Dieting Than You Need To. I’ll explore why so many of us get stuck in the fat loss mindset and share practical strategies to break free from it including the importance of structured calorie tracking, the impact of weekend habits, and how environmental factors can derail your progress and more! So if you find yourself in a seeming...
Apr 11, 2025•17 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we’re joined by Ella Parungao, also known as the Scientific Snitch, to talk about Do You Really Need a Calorie Surplus to Build Muscle? Ella shares insightful perspectives on how surplus and maintenance calories work, the role of protein intake, and the common misconceptions about body weight fluctuations. Plus, the importance of focusing on how you feel in the gym and your overall progress rather than just numbers on the scale. Be ...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I am diving deep into AJ Brown Carnivore Diet Review, Are Your Maint Cals Too Low, NAD+ Supplementation. I break down the pros and cons of high-protein diets, examine the importance of including a variety of foods, and discuss how supplements like NAD+ fit into the bigger picture of health and performance. Also, if you've ever wondered if you're eating the right amount, or if your calories may be too low, I provide insights to he...
Apr 07, 2025•27 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about Smarter Building Phases: Leaner Gains, Better Results! I’ll be sharing my strategies highlighting the key differences between my old mindset and my new perspective on how to effectively support muscle growth while maintaining a healthy body composition. Plus, the two states of our bodies and how understanding this cycle can help you make more informed decisions in your fitness journey. So if you’ve ever felt overwh...
Apr 04, 2025•28 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to welcome back coach and bioengineering graduate Calvin Scheller to deep dive into the science of GLP-1, appetite regulation, and what really happens when using popular medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Calvin brings his deep academic background and real-world coaching experience to explore the mechanisms behind GLP-1, the truth behind muscle loss while using these meds, and how to use them responsibly without compro...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 1 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: If I’m in maintenance and hitting 20 to 25k steps a day, is cardio still needed? Pros and Cons of Creatine for Health and Wellness When are EAAs Beneficial? Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: ...
Mar 31, 2025•20 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Today’s solo episode, I talk about How women have a higher stress response to dieting (men vs women fat loss differences)! I discuss what that heightened stress response means for your dieting approach, why it’s essential to be strategic rather than just cutting calories and how hormonal differences impact women’s experiences with fat loss. If you’re curious about some key differences between Women and Men, this episode is a must listen! Let’s talk ...
Mar 28, 2025•19 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to join the Fit to Transform podcast for a deep dive into How to get the most out of your building phase! If you've ever wondered whether you really need to be in a calorie surplus to build muscle — or if you feel stuck in a dieting cycle without seeing the results you want, this conversation is for you. We discuss key topics such as effective training, the vital role of sleep in recovery, and how to improve your nutriti...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 7 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: Creatine or Whey Protein in a Fat Loss Phase? What’s the best time to work out? Is there a Magic Trick to getting the last bit of fat off body, off my abs? Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: H...
Mar 24, 2025•26 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we’re diving into a relatable challenge many of us face - Struggling to build muscle but scared of weight gain? Don’t make this mistake. I share the journey of one of my clients, Greg, who found himself caught in this exact predicament. I talk about the delicate balance between gaining muscle and managing body fat, how our daily stresses impact our fitness goals, and why sometimes less really isn’t more when it comes to calorie...
Mar 21, 2025•24 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to welcome physiotherapist and fitness expert Kyle Baxter to deep dive into how to train smarter, avoid injury, and maintain muscle in a deficit. Kyle brings his extensive background to share valuable insights on how to preserve your hard-earned muscle even when cutting calories. Plus, strategies for training smarter and avoiding injuries. This episode is packed with practical tips that you can start applying right away ...
Mar 19, 2025•53 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: 1:01 – How many number of phases of builds, cuts, and maintenance does it generally take for recomp? 5:20 – How do you determine your daily caloric intake and macros with the goal of fat loss? 14:44 – Should I take my body fat percentage? Follow me on Ins...
Mar 17, 2025•21 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about a topic that many of us grapple with - Strategies to get into a calorie deficit. I break down the fundamentals of fat loss, including the important concept of energy balance — calories in. I discuss how factors like resting metabolic rate, non-exercise activity, and thermic effect of food all come into play. With this foundation, you’ll learn why some common diets work while others may not, and what strategies you ...
Mar 14, 2025•32 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, a seasoned expert in exercise physiology and a fellow new dad to talk about Crossfit, Magnesium and Metabolic Health. Dr. Nathan takes us on a deep dive into the crucial role of magnesium in our bodies, common nutrient deficiencies and how addressing them can significantly enhance your fitness and recovery — including the importance of metabolic health. Tune in for a very informative and insightful episode! Let’s talk about: 00:2...
Mar 12, 2025•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: How long and how many times a year should you do a fat loss diet cut? What to Consider as Maintenance Range Pounds Wise? Thoughts on Aggressive Dieting for Women in General? When and Why Refeeds are Helpful in a Fat Loss Phase? Follow me on Instagram for ...
Mar 10, 2025•25 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we're tackling a topic that often sparks debate: What’s more important for changing your body composition and improving overall health: nutrition or exercise? We’ll break down exactly what we mean by body composition, focusing on adding muscle and losing body fat, while also touching on the broader aspects of health including recent studies that reveal how both nutrition and exercise are important, but for different reasons. Th...
Mar 07, 2025•20 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I am sharing my guest appearance episode on the The MFC Approach Podcast where we talked about The 5 Pillars to the Healthy Life You Want! If you’re feeling overwhelmed with conflicting health advice, we’ll break down the five key areas that can support your wellness journey. From understanding the role of nutrition to the importance of exercise, sleep, mindset, and stress management, we’ll provide practical insights and relatabl...
Mar 05, 2025•38 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 are the advantages/disadvantages of using mostly protein powders to hit your target? Lower Resting Heart Rate during a Deficit Top 3 Sleep Habits when Struggling to Sleep Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 ...
Mar 03, 2025•20 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I dive into how to maintain or even build muscle while losing fat! I cover why training performance matters during fat loss and share practical tips on balancing macros, meal timing, and hydration for the best results. Whether you’re refining your routine or just beginning, this episode is packed with tips to help you see real results! Let’s talk about: Introduction Weight Loss vs Body Composition Pushing Training in a Calorie ...
Feb 28, 2025•13 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, we welcome back Jeremiah Bair to talk about High Energy Flux, Losing Fat At Higher Body Fat Levels, TRT, and more! We’ll hear about what Jeremiah Bair has been up to lately, his experiences with TRT, and how his coaching methods have shifted over the years. Plus, insights on aggressive dieting and how to optimize fat loss. If you're serious about building muscle and getting stronger, this episode is a must listen to! Let’s talk a...
Feb 26, 2025•56 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: Should I hit my Calories and be low on Protein or should I hit my Protein and go over Calories? Are Maintenance Phases Mandatory? Traveling/Going Through Changes: What Things to Focus on During This Time Follow me on Instagram for more information and edu...
Feb 24, 2025•20 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today's episode, I’m excited to share a special appearance I made on the Stronger Dads Collective podcast, hosted by Hayden Prichard. In this episode, we delve into How to achieve body recomposition. We discuss the real challenges that come with balancing fatherhood and the desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I also share insights on the fundamentals of improving body composition including my coaching process. Join me for an authentic convers...
Feb 21, 2025•54 min
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, we welcome back Jordan Lips and Bryan Boorstein to talk about Volume changes over the lifting career! We’ll hear about what Jordan and Brian have been up to lately, some big fitness goals and some real-life setbacks. Plus, insights into low volume training strategies that can still yield significant results. If you're serious about building muscle and getting stronger, this episode is a must listen! Let’s talk about: 00:25 Introd...
Feb 19, 2025•52 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: Tips on Minimizing Joint Stress If I Overeat Protein while Managing Calories, will that slow Weight Loss? Why Your Performance May Decrease in your Training Sessions Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strate...
Feb 17, 2025•24 min
