The Mind Muscle Connection

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting. Topics:-Nutrition adjustments during a building phase. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREToday I am joined by Jordan Syatt. Jordan is best known as Gary Vaynerchuk's trainer, but truly has a CRAZY amount of knowledge and experience - he's a 5x world champion powerlifter, has mentored under the likes of Eric Cressey and Louie Simmons. In this episode we discuss: -(0:00) His background-(7:15) How he started coaching Gary Vaynerchuk. -(15:10) Biggest takeaways from training Gary. -(18:40) What his current training looks like. -(24:00) His Big Mac Challenge. -(35:15) 1/2/3 Fat Loss Method. -(46:30) Scale anxiety. -(55:35) Story about his 27th-degree black belt in coffee. Where to find him: Instagram: HERE Website: HEREPodcast: HERE

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions.Topics:-Things that actually matter for improving your appearance. -Are high reps/lower weight good for building muscle?

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I am joined by Brandon Da Cruz. Brandon is an online nutrition and physique coach, internationally published fitness model, National Level NPC competitor, and the National Sales Manager for a New York-based sports nutrition company called Innovapharm.In this episode we discuss:-(0:00) Update on his training. -(8:45) Thoughts on mini-bulks and mini-cuts.-(26:15) How to manage recovery outside of eating more. -(37:30) Whats the importance of refeeds.-(55:35) Do certain foods lower testosterone?-(1:01:10) How to manage the holidays. -(1:17:10) How to count your training volume. Where to find Brandon:Instagram: @brandondacruz_Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions.Topics:-When just saying "all you need is a calorie deficit" can be hurtful. -How to manage training during the holidays. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I am joined by Lindsay Parker (aka Lifting Lindsay).  She is a wife and mother of 3. She also has a deep passion for learning and teaching. Lastly, she also really loves lifting weights and fitness. What we talked about: - (0:00)Her background.- (11:25) What her training and nutrition looks like. - (18:15) Benefits of building muscle for females. - (24:50) Common misconceptions around building. - (29:50) The overarching goal of a building phase. - (37:50) How large of a surplus you need to be in. - (44:40) Do you have to track? What a typical macro set up looks like. - (55:00) What else she tracks during building. - (1:04:30) What training looks like. - (1:13:30) Recommended supplements during a build. - (1:18:00) Mental tips when going into a build. Where to find Lindsay: Instagram: @liftinglindsayWebsite: https://www.liftinglindsay.com/

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions.Topics:-What things to focus on after the beginner gains for building muscle. -My thoughts on low calorie diets for fat loss. Read "What You Should Focus On To Build Muscle After the Beginner Gains" HERE

In this episode, I am joined by Erik Bustillo. Erik is a Registered Dietitian. He attended Florida International University and earned the title of Registered Dietitian. Additionally, Erik is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist through the International Society of Sports Nutrition- ISSN, a Certified Strength Coach, and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association – NSCA. He is also the Co-Vice President of the ISSN. In this episode, we do some common nutrition myth-busting. Topics: -(0:00) His background-(11:30) His current training/nutrition. -(16:45) Your metabolism isn't the cause of your weight gain, your diet and physical activity is. -(24:15) Carbohydrates are not the sole reason for your unintended weight gain. -(27:22) Sugar is not the cause of obesity. -(34:35) Nonnutrititive sweeteners do not cause increases in insulin and blood sugar. -(41:25) We dont need fresh, non-GMO, organic foods. -(47:10) Eating for your body type. -(52:17) White rice vs brown rice. -(54:15) Dairy is bad for you. Where to find him: Instagram: @erikbustillo

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, I will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting and some listener questions.Topics:-How to get more protein in your diet-How weight loss might actually hurt youRead "How Focusing Strictly On Weight Loss Could Actually Hurt You" HERE

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn this episode, we did a little Q&A. Here is what we discussed:-(0:00) Update on him-(7:30) Do you have to track macros forever?-(18:56) Are glute finishers a waste of time. -(29:42) How to program weight training and cardio in the same session. -(34:00) Best lower body exercise for hypertrophy. -(56:39) How crucial is super setting when it comes to increasing your metabolism. -(1:01:11) Hype around Athletic Greens?Instagram: @jeremiahbairWebsite: https://www.bairfit.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-lean/id1488015698