The Mind Muscle Connection

In this episode, Kade Howell and I team up for some Q&A. We dive into a few topics including steroid & creatine use, tracking calories vs tracking macros, our thoughts on the Paleo Diet, and more! Enjoy the show!Apply for online coaching: Click hereHow to find Kade: Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1183283Instagram: @howell_fit

Today we will be taking a deep dive into a topic I find interesting.Topic: The diet principles (in order if importance) for changing your physique. Click here to read "Diet Principles for Changing Your Physique"Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

Nick is the Founder and CEO of Renaissance Periodization. He is also the co-host of the RP Strength podcast with wife - and RP colleague - Lori Shaw.He is a former competitive powerlifter and bodybuilder, Nick has also personally coached numerous world-class athletes, including CrossFit Games Champions, international medalists, Olympians, UFC fighters, professional athletes, and Navy SEALs.In this episode we discuss:-RPs recent growth.-Ethan Suplees transformation. -Nicks's background.-How RP got started.-Did he ever envision RP getting this big?-What is his book "Fit For Success" about?-How this book can help you be more successful outside of fitness as well.-The 7 habits of successful people.-Why momentum is so important.-The most important factor for being successful. -Why a "to-do list" is key. -What is internal locus of control?How to find Nick:Instagram: @nick.shaw.rpBook: https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Success-Achievement-Renaissance-Periodization-ebook/dp/B08LT1GRWP

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting.Topics:-Top training splits for building muscle.-Go-to meals when going out. -How to know when to take a deload, and for how long?-Top shoulder exercises for building muscle. Click here to read "3 Most Effective Training Splits For Building Muscle"Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Peter Fitschen.  Peter has a PhD in Nutritional Science, Master of Science in Biology/Physiology & Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry. He has been apart of many peer-review papers. He is also a competitive natural bodybuilder and the co-owner of Fit Body Physique. In this episode we discuss:-His fitness background.-What he has learned working with Cliff Wilson and Layne Norton.-Why the offseason is more important than contest prep.-Focus on beating yourself. -What his offseason looks like. -Tips for gaining weight when your calories are high. -What he means when he says he has an adaptive metabolism.-What is metabolic adaptation. -Does he cut food or add more activity when a client's fat loss plateaus. -One life lesson bodybuilding has taught him.Where to find Peter:Instagram: @fitbodyphysiqueWebsite: http://www.fitbodyphysique.com/ 

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting.Topics:-Does "yo-yo" Dieting Damage Your Metabolism?-Should you take beta-alanine? -Is red meat ok to have?Click here to read "Does Weight Loss Get Tougher If You Have Dieted Multiple Times Before?"Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, Im joined by Jeff Alberts. Jeff is the head coach and co-founder of 3DMJ.  He started lifting weights back in 1986 and has competed in natural bodybuilding since 1993. He has put an emphasis on making sure his approach to the sport is balanced both in and out of the gym for his athletes. His success stems from that balance and by working with a sound structure for his athletes’ training, nutrition, and recovery.In this episode we discuss:-Jeff's fitness background.-How bodybuilding has changed.-How social media has played a role in people trying to stay too lean. -Jeff's current training/goals.-Why he likes to have longer preps for a competition.-Has age changed his mind on longer diets?-Why you need to focus on more than just building more muscle. -Does he cycle his volume?-Why its important to do something even if you have a busy time come up in your life. -How to manage nutrition with a wife and kids. -Why it's important to learn from your mistakes when it comes to nutrition. How to find Jeff:Website: https://3dmusclejourney.com/Instagram: @3dmj_godfather

In this episode, Kade Howell and I team up for some Q&A. Here are the questions we covered:-How to find your calories when getting started.-Do you have to train harder the more advanced you get?-How to get more protein in your diet. -What to do if the people you are with don't live a healthy lifestyle?-Does lifting weights help with fat loss?-Does intermittent fasting work?Apply for online coaching: Click hereHow to find Kade: Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1183283Instagram: @howell_fit

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Melissa Davis. Dr. Davis holds a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior and has 10 years of research experience. She is also the author of the book: Evidence-Based Habit Building: Finally Get Sh*t Done. Topics we discussed:-Dr. Davis' background/current training. -Why she wrote a book on habits. -What is considered a habit.-How stress can hurt your progress.-Why fad diets don't work long term. -Good habits to work on when new to dieting.-Why people are either 100% in or 100% out when it comes to nutrition. -Focusing too much on outcome goals. -Why people cannot stick to what they do. -What the research says on willpower. -Two things that will ensure you won't reach your goals. -When it's a good time to plan a goal. -Why taking responsibility is important. -When shorter-term goals may be better than long term goals. -Why you need to make sure its YOUR goal. -How important is momentum?-Whats next for Dr. Davis. How to find Dr. Davis:Instagram:  @regressive_underloadBook: https://renaissanceperiodization.com/evidence-based-habit-building

It's Q&A time. We will be taking a deep dive into all your most burning questions and a topic I find interesting.Click here to read "7 Sneaky Things That Can Cause a Plateau in Fat Loss".Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.