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The Mind Muscle Connection

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!

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All Episodes

68:05

Training, Recovery, Cognition With Pro Triathlete And...

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2025/08/13

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I sit down with Blaine Lints, a former Navy SEAL and pro triathlete, to talk about Training, Recovery, Cognition. We dig into the science and real-world application of training that supports both physical and cognitive performance. You’ll hear Blaine’s take on recovery strategies that actually work, how to approach conditioning without burning yourself out, and why he challenges some of the most popular workout trends. This is...

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26:35

Getting Clients To A Point Of Not Tracking Calories,...

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2025/08/11

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I talk about Getting Clients To A Point Of Not Tracking Calories, My Fat Loss Q&A, Managing Hunger I share the key factors that drive hunger and you’ll learn practical, real-world strategies to keep hunger in check without feeling restricted. I also break down the pros and cons of tracking calories, plus how to shift into a more intuitive, habit-based approach while still making progress. If you’ve ever struggled with s...

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How To Nail Your Transition Out Of Fat Loss | Ep 633

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2025/08/08

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Most people know how to diet, but they never learn how to exit a fat loss phase properly. In this solo episode, I break down the most important part of your fitness journey on How to Nail Your Transition Out of Fat Loss. You’ll learn what actually happens when you increase calories post-diet, how to avoid the dreaded “no man’s land” where progress stalls, and what to focus on to set up your next phase for success. If you’ve ever felt stuck after ...

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58:55

Behind the Scenes of NFL Nutrition with Giants’...

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2025/08/06

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Matt Frakes, Director of Performance Nutrition for the New York Giants, to give you a look Behind the Scenes of NFL Nutrition. We talk about what really goes into fueling elite athletes and how he helps players stay healthy, recover faster, and perform at their best. Dr. Matt shares his journey from clinical nutrition to the NFL, how he approaches body composition goals in and out of season, and why most athle...

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26:02

How To Know When To End Fat Loss, Tracking...

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2025/08/04

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I walk through How to Know When To End Fat Loss, Tracking Biofeedback, Nutrition Around Sleep I share what I’ve personally been experiencing in my own cut, including hunger signals, lifestyle trade-offs, and performance changes. Then I give you a clear framework to assess whether it makes sense to keep pushing or shift out of a deficit. Plus, we talk about nighttime eating, protein before bed, and why biofeedback matters more t...

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23:57

How To Get Your Body To Handle Carbs Better | Ep 630

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2025/08/01

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I break down How To Get Your Body To Handle Carbs Better. We walk through what really impacts your carb tolerance: muscle mass, stress, movement, body fat percentage, and even sleep quality. I also cover when it makes sense to go lower carb for a period of time, how to time carbs smarter, and what actually helps your metabolism become more efficient. If you’ve been feeling like carbs “just don’t work for you,” this episode for yo...

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52:24

Part 2: Body Composition, Metabolism, and more with...

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2025/07/30

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In Part 2 of our conversation, I chat again with Christian Rodriguez, this time diving deep into Body Composition, Metabolism and more We break down why most popular tools like DEXA scans, metabolic equations, and even wearables often underestimate or mislead, especially for muscular individuals. Christian shares what the latest research is showing, why context matters, and what’s actually worth tracking if you want useful data. If you’re serious...

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25:31

Weight Training During Fat Loss, Dietary Fat...

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2025/07/28

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode of the Mind Muscle Connection, I’m covering Weight Training During Fat Loss, Dietary Fat Hierarchy, Weight Fluctuations For Those Who Lost A Lot Of Weight We get into why people who’ve lost a lot of weight might experience more water weight swings, what actually matters with dietary fat intake (and how to find your minimum), and how to train smart during a fat loss phase without burning out. If you’re stuck in yo-yo die...

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23:59

Combining Cardio + Muscle Growth In a Build Phase...

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2025/07/25

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I share How to Combine Cardio + Muscle Growth in a Build Phase (Periodization, Training, Nutrition, etc) I walk through common signs you need conditioning, how I program it for clients depending on their fitness level, and three distinct training priorities: muscle growth, combo, or conditioning-focused. I also cover how to periodize this across the year, what recovery markers to track, and how to adjust calories and inten...

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56:31

Part 1: Body Composition, Metabolism, and more with...

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2025/07/23

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode of the Mind Muscle Connection, I sit down with Christian Rodriguez, PhD candidate and body composition researcher at Texas Tech University to talk about Body Composition, Metabolism, and More We dive into his journey starting from losing 75+ pounds and struggling with yo-yo dieting to becoming a respected researcher. He breaks down what most people misunderstand about DEXA, BIA, and consumer-grade tracking devices, and shares what...

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30:34

3 Step Framework To Lower Stress + Build Stress...

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2025/07/21

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I discuss the 3 Step Framework to Lower Stress + Build Stress Capacity I break down seven common stressors that may be quietly stalling your progress and how I help clients manage and build resilience using a simple three-step framework. Plus, I dive into the lesser-known stressors like circadian rhythm disruption, body composition stress, gut health, internal inflammation, and more including how mismatching your training and nut...

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The Protein Hierarchy I Use With Clients | Ep 624

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2025/07/18

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I walk through The Protein Hierarchy I Use With Clients, what really matters when it comes to using protein for fat loss, muscle growth, and body composition. I cover why total protein intake is only the first step, how to time your meals for recovery and satiety, and why not all protein sources are created equal. This is all about simplifying what actually moves the needle and what doesn’t so you stop wasting energy stressi...

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86:10

Cardio For Lifters, Physiologic Flexibility & Stress...

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2025/07/16

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mike T. Nelson to talk about Cardio For Lifters, Physiologic Flexibility & Stress Resilience, D9 Caffeine and more. We cover how much cardio you really need if your goal is muscle, ways to improve VO2 max without burning out, how to train around big life stressors, and Dr. Mike’s concept of “Physiologic Flexibility” for building long-term resilience. This is a very informative episode, so don’t miss out! L...

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20:20

HRV, Weighted Vests, The Importance of Stress...

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2025/07/14

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I answer three questions: HRV, Weighted Vests, The Importance of Stress Resilience First, I break down HRV in real terms: what it is, why it matters, and how it should actually guide your decisions. Then I share my honest take on using weighted vests and wrap up with a powerful lesson from a client who’s crushing her fat loss phase without being perfect. Her story shows how building stress resilience helps you stop spir...

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21:15

High RHR? Low HRV? Stress Load High? How To Adjust...

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2025/07/11

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I’m diving into High RHR? Low HRV? Stress Load High? How to Adjust Training + Nutrition I break down my 3-step framework for managing total stress load and focus specifically on how to adjust your training and nutrition to match your recovery. This episode walks you through practical examples and tools I use with clients when they’re under stress, sleep-deprived, or just not recovering well. If you’ve ever hit a wall with...

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65:05

Pain Misconceptions, Nervous System Regulation, and...

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2025/07/09

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sean Pastuch to dive deep into Pain Misconceptions, Nervous System Regulation, and What Actually Builds Pain Tolerance. We unpack the mindset behind pain, how your nervous system, stress, and lifestyle factors can work for or against you, and why some people stay stuck even with all the right exercise strategies. So if you’re tired of working around pain instead of resolving it, this conversation is for you! ...

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19:35

Training During Travel, Nutrition On The Go, Steps...

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2025/07/07

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I cover 4 key questions that came in recently, Training During Travel, Nutrition On The Go, Steps Enough For Cardio, Underreporting Calories! I walk through what actually causes underreporting in food logs (and it’s not broccoli), plus I share tips for eating on the go, how to approach training while traveling, and why just getting your steps in isn’t enough if you want to optimize body comp, health, and recovery. So if y...

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20:46

How And Why I Use Higher Calorie Days In Fat Loss For...

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2025/07/04

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I discuss How And Why I Use Higher Calorie Days In Fat Loss For Myself and Clients I share how I use higher calorie days for myself and clients, when they’re helpful (and when they’re not), and what they can do for your performance, recovery, and long-term sustainability. I also break down who should be using them, how to implement them smartly, and what to avoid so they don’t turn into a binge. If you’re trying to lose f...

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58:15

Training Frequency, Heat Adaptation & Programming...

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2025/07/02

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with two of my favorite recurring guests, Jordan Lips and Brian Borstein, to talk about Training Frequency, Heat Adaptation & Programming Efficiency. We cover how they’re currently structuring their training, what they’ve changed recently, and how heat, frequency, and fatigue all play a role in long-term progress. We also dig into exercise order, deadlifts, circuit setups, and the real science behind training frequ...

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23:47

Bloating/Swollen Stomach Tips, 3-10 Sets Enough?...

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2025/06/30

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I talk about Bloating/Swollen Stomach Tips, 3-10 Sets Enough? Dietary Fat Ceiling, Food Volume and more! I cover a wide range of practical questions I’ve received around training, nutrition, and recovery, focusing on how to make smart decisions that match your goals and lifestyle. I also dig into volume eating, common causes of bloating, and why it’s important to work with your body and not against it. If you’ve been s...

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