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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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67:51

Why High-Volume Training Still Works for Hypertrophy...

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2025/10/01

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I bring back Steve Hall to talk through Why High-Volume Training Still Works for Hypertrophy . We cover Steve’s post-show phase, why he’s sticking with higher volume right now, and how he’s adapting intensity and frequency across muscle groups. We also get into managing fatigue, how blood work factors in, when to use deloads, and how to structure longer mesocycles without burning out. If you’ve been wondering how to adjust your t...

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31:53

Q&A: Metabolic Adaptation, Perfect Form Myths, and...

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2025/09/29

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I unpack the Metabolic Adaptation, Perfect Form Myths and Why Calories Alone Don’t Build Muscle You’ll learn how to tell if you’re still dealing with an adapted metabolism, which habits make it worse, and what actually matters more than your calorie number. I also answer questions about training technique, exercise selection, and how many exercises per workout is “enough.” If you’ve ever felt like your metabolism is br...

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19:46

Lessons From Not Tracking Calories In This Fat Loss...

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2025/09/26

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I break down the Lessons From Not Tracking Calories In This Fat Loss Phase. I cover why the beginning of fat loss feels easy, what to do when cravings hit, and the habits that kept me on track even without logging food and so much more. If you’ve ever tried to lean out without obsessing over every gram, this will give you a practical, honest roadmap! Let’s talk about: IntroductionThe First Phase of Fat Loss Is the Easiest...

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90:34

Volume, Frequency, Fatigue, and Lengthened Partials...

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2025/09/24

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Daniel Plotkin, a PhD candidate and researcher at Auburn University, to talk about Frequency, Fatigue, and Lengthened Partial. We cover how hypertrophy studies get misread online, what the lengthened position really offers, and how to make machine-based training more effective. Daniel also shares where most people go wrong with volume, fatigue management, and why simple training often works best. If you’ve ever trie...

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23:40

Q&A – Calorie Deficit Misconceptions, Building During...

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2025/09/22

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I cover Calorie Deficit Misconceptions, Building During Pregnancy, When Your Coach Won’t Let You Diet, and More I talk through pregnancy training goals, the benefits of athletic-style movement, what it means to not feel hunger in a deficit, and why some coaches are too rigid about staying in a surplus. This one’s packed with perspective for anyone feeling confused by conflicting fitness advice so be sure to tune in! Le...

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16:05

What To Do When Your Diet or Training Plan Stops...

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2025/09/19

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! You’ve seen all the “rules”… fasted training, no carbs, never train on an empty stomach. But none of it seems to work the same way for you. In this episode, I discuss What To Do When Your Diet or Training Plan Stops Working. I break down why context is everything, why social media fitness advice is often misleading, and how your body’s current state determines what tools will help or hurt your progress. From calorie deficits to HIIT to carb int...

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26:29

Not Losing Fat After 30? Here’s Why and What To Do |...

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2025/09/17

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! You’ve dropped your calories, tracked everything, and trained hard but the scale’s not budging. In this solo episode, I talk about Not losing fat after 30? Here’s why and what to do I walk through the three most common reasons people get stuck, including why pushing harder or clinging to your lowest weight might be making things worse, how to use low calories strategically, and when it’s time to shift into maintenance. If you’ve been doing all th...

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23:42

Why Just Working Harder Stops Working After 30 | Ep 649

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2025/09/15

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! You’re doing everything right… tracking macros, lifting consistently, even pushing harder when progress stalls. But at a certain point, it stops working. In this episode, I break down Why Working Harder Stops Working After 30 and what to do instead. I share three big reasons you’re not seeing results despite your effort, plus three overlooked factors most people skip. From circadian rhythm to step count to stress load, I walk you through what act...

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20:14

Why Performance + Inputs Matter More Than the Scale...

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2025/09/12

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s solo episode, I dive into Why Performance + Inputs Matter More Than The Scale (Performance Recomp Method Now Open) I share why obsessing over every calorie or daily scale change keeps you spinning your wheels, and what to focus on instead: performance in the gym, recovery, fueling properly, managing stress, and consistency with movement. These are the inputs that actually drive long-term results, not micromanaging numbers that fluctu...

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63:40

Robustness, Anti Fragility, Breath Training, Nasal...

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2025/09/10

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I sit down with Rob Wilson to talk about Robustness, Anti Fragility, Breath Training, Nasal Breathing. Rob is a human performance specialist with over 20 years of experience working across manual therapy, coaching, and stress management and the author of Check Engine Light. We get into performance coaching for Navy SEALs and elite athletes, what stress management really means beyond the buzzword, and why building robustness an...

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16:51

Stubborn Fat Loss Troubleshooting (Without Dropping...

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2025/09/08

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I dive into Stubborn Fat Loss Troubleshooting (Without Dropping Calories Further) For Those 30+. We all know the basics… eat less, move more but what happens when you’re already lifting, tracking, and putting in the work, and the scale still won’t budge? I share seven strategies to break through fat loss plateaus beyond just cutting calories. From dialing in food logging and meal timing to adding structured cardio, managin...

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23:48

Not Overweight But Not Lean Either? Should You Build...

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2025/09/05

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about Not Overweight But Want To Get Leaner? Should You Build or Cut? I share how to make the right call based on your training history, current body composition, recovery, and lifestyle factors. You’ll hear when it’s smart to push a deficit, when to hold at maintenance, and how to figure out the body fat percentage that feels best and is actually sustainable. If you’ve been stuck spinning your wheels between cutti...

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44:12

Signs It’s Time to Pivot Out of Fat Loss (Guest...

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2025/09/03

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I share a group coaching conversation with Kathy where we dive into Signs It’s Time To Pivot Out Of Fat Loss. We cover what really happens with metabolic adaptation, the mental and physical signs it’s time to take a break, and the key questions you should ask yourself before pushing further. You’ll also hear about common pitfalls like chasing endless deficits, ignoring biofeedback, and letting social pressures shape unrealisti...

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26:58

Q&A: Missing Meals, High-Calorie Days Wont Impact You...

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2025/09/01

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode of the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast, I answer real client questions Missing Meals, High-Calorie Days Won’t Impact You As Much As You Think, Whoosh Effect and more I explain when it’s okay to skip a meal, how to handle eating out without derailing your goals, why protein and calories get you 90% of the way there, and how to navigate weight plateaus without making rash decisions. These are the exact situations most peopl...

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24:39

Training Through Stress: Why More Isn’t Always Better...

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2025/08/29

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I dive into Training Through Stress: Why More Isn’t Always Better. This one’s a mix of my own experiences and practical tips you can apply to your own fitness journey. I cover what’s been impacting my recovery lately: travel, sickness, work, sleep, caffeine and how I’ve had to adjust my training and nutrition in response. You’ll hear what I’ve done well, what I’ve had to change, and the lessons I share with clients about man...

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71:37

Resistance Training, Fat Oxidation, and Female...

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2025/08/27

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Alyssa Parten to talk about Resistance Training, Fat Oxidation, and Female Physiology. Dr. Alyssa is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Alabama whose research centers on resistance training and female performance. We dive into her dissertation on fat oxidation, what resistance training really does for women’s health, and how the menstrual cycle impacts training. We also cover her personal j...

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25:32

How To Maintain High Performance During Fat Loss,...

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2025/08/25

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this Q&A episode, I answer questions about How To Maintain High Performance During Fat Loss, What to Focus on Returning From Injury For Max Gains, Fasting All Day Issues I cover what to focus on when coming back from an injury so you can rebuild strength and body composition without overdoing it, break down how to balance cardio with fat loss goals, what tradeoffs to expect in performance, and why eating all your calories late at night c...

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18:24

Pre Workout Nutrition For Lifting and Cardio, The...

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2025/08/22

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode I dive deep into Pre Workout Nutrition For Lifting Cardio, The Frame Work I Use With Clients I share how pre-workout nutrition works in different scenarios such as early morning sessions, lifting vs. cardio, hydration strategies, and why hunger itself can impact your training. I also talk about my personal approach when preparing for sports like hockey. If you’ve ever wondered what and when to eat before training or if fas...

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56:02

How Luke Took His Training/Results To The Next Level...

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2025/08/20

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I sit down with Luke Madsen to talk about How Luke Took His Training/Results To The Next Level Luke shared his journey, what he’s learned along the way, and how coaching has shaped his progress. Plus, we dive into the challenges many people face with consistency and the mindset shifts that make training and nutrition more sustainable. If you’ve struggled with staying consistent, wondered if coaching is right for you, or just w...

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17:03

Why I Changed My Mind On Cardio In Fat Loss + How To...

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2025/08/18

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s solo episode, I talk about Why I Changed My Mind On Cardio In Fat Loss + How To Maximize Cardio in Fat Loss. I cover why cardio is more than just burning calories, how it helps with stress resilience, recovery, and fat as fuel, and the biggest mistakes people make when adding it to a fat loss phase. You’ll hear how to balance intensity, manage recovery, and use cardio without letting it backfire on your results. If you’ve been confu...

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