On this episode of the Chasing Clarity Health & Fitness Podcast, Jeff Hoehn and I kick off a new monthly collaboration series where we break down listener questions and dive into the strategies that actually move the needle for physique progress, fat loss, recovery & long-term health.
We start with personal updates, then move into one of the most important conversations in physique coaching — why most people try to diet before their body and lifestyle are ready.
THIS EPISODE COVERS:
JEFF’S “HOLDING PHASE” APPROACH TO TRAINING & HEALTH
BRANDON’S 24–28 WEEK BUILDING PHASE, TRAINING SPLIT & CALORIE INTAKE
WHY A PRIMER PHASE IS CRITICAL BEFORE FAT LOSS
PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS THAT DETERMINE FAT LOSS READINESS
METABOLIC ADAPTATION & DIETING HISTORY
HUNGER & APPETITE REGULATION BEFORE DIETING
THE NEED FOR TIME OUT OF A DEFICIT
BUILDING MUSCLE BEFORE GETTING LEAN
MANAGING A TIGHT SCHEDULE WHILE TRAINING
CIRCADIAN RHYTHM, MEAL TIMING & EVENING TRAINING
ADVICE FOR TAKING BETTER CHECK-IN PHOTOS
HOW TO IMPROVE RECOVERY & REDUCE SORENESS
PERI-WORKOUT NUTRITION & PERFORMANCE RECOVERY
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A HIGH-QUALITY SUPPLEMENT COMPANY
THIRD-PARTY TESTING, LABEL TRANSPARENCY & GMP STANDARDS
If you’re someone who wants to approach fat loss, physique development & performance with a health-centric, evidence-based strategy, this series is for you.
WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:
Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/
Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com
For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry
Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com
My Reading Recommendations:
THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDS
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