Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast

TOPICS COVERED:⁃ MYTH 1: HIGH PROTEIN DIETS LEAD TO FAT GAIN⁃ MYTH 2: HIGH PROTEIN DIETS INCREASE THE RISK OF INSULIN RESISTANCE⁃ MYTH 3: HIGH PROTEIN DIETS STIMULATE VASOMOTOR SYMPTOMS⁃ MYTH 4: YOU CAN ONLY DIGEST, ABSORB & USE 20-30 GRAMS OF PROTEIN PER MEAL⁃ MYTH 5: HIGH PROTEIN DIETS ARE HARMFUL TO KIDNEY HEALTH⁃ MYTH 6: HIGH PROTEIN DIETS ARE HARMFUL TO BONE HEALTH⁃ THE MOST COMMON MISTAKES MANY MAKE WITH THEIR PROTEIN INTAKE WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching, Consultation & Mentorship Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com Mikki’s IG Account:https://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden?igsh=eHJzNDk1NTU4cWJ1

TOPICS:⁃ WHAT IS BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION & WHAT’RE THE ORIGINS OF THIS APPROACH?⁃ WHAT IS THE PROPER WAY TO PERFORM BFR & HOW DOES IT WORK?⁃ HOW DOES LOW LOAD BFR TRAINING COMPARE TO HIGH LOAD TRADITIONAL TRAINING WHEN IT COMES TO MUSCLE GROWTH?⁃ THE BENEFITS OF BFR TRAINING⁃ PRACTICAL APPLICATION SECTION: HOW CAN THOSE LOOKING TO MAXIMIZE MUSCLE GROWTH INCORPORATE BFR INTO THEIR TRAINING PROGRAM?⁃ MYTHS RELATED TO BFR WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching, Consultation & Mentorship Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com Nick’s IG Account:https://www.instagram.com/thehpm?igsh=cGpiYTIxN2tzZTJq

Discover effective strategies to prevent winter weight gain during the festive season. Explore eye-opening statistics about holiday weight trends. Learn actionable tactics like meal planning and mindful eating to enjoy celebrations without overindulging. The importance of approaching each holiday as a unique occasion and prioritizing meaningful events is emphasized. Additionally, practical tips such as pre-loading techniques and bringing healthy dishes can help you stay aligned with your wellness goals.

Exploring the psychological side of dieting reveals how mindset shifts can dramatically improve your results. Seeking guidance from a nutrition professional can ease the transformation journey. Rather than relying solely on motivation, harness discipline and build solid habits. Emphasizing consistency over perfection, listeners learn that plateaus are part of the process. Focusing on the journey and understanding the sacrifices needed leads to sustainable success in achieving fitness goals.

Scott Stevenson, an exercise physiologist and bodybuilding expert, shares transformative lessons from his decades in the fitness industry. He emphasizes the importance of goal setting and finding your deep 'why' to sustain motivation. The conversation reveals how progressive overload isn't just for the gym but applies to all aspects of life. Scott also discusses the value of embracing struggle as a means to grow and the mental resilience gained from pushing one's limits in training. This insightful dialogue blends bodybuilding wisdom with life applications.

TOPICS COVERED ON EP. 134:⁃ MY GOALS FOR THIS SUMMER & THIS FAT LOSS PHASE⁃ A RAW LOOK AT WHAT IT TOOK TO GET SHREDDED THIS SUMMER⁃ MY DESCENDING & DYNAMIC RATE OF FAT LOSS APPROACH⁃ DIGGING INTO PEAK WEEK⁃ WHAT IS PEAK WEEK?⁃ THE GOALS OF PEAK WEEK⁃ WHAT VARIABLES ARE MANIPULATED DURING PEAK WEEK⁃ HOW I PEAKED FOR MULTIPLE SHOOTS WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching, Consultation & Mentorship Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com

TOPICS COVERED IN EP. 133:⁃ DEFINITION OF STAGE SHREDDED⁃ WHAT BODY FAT PERCENTAGE DO MALES & FEMALES GET DOWN TO FOR STAGE?⁃ WHAT PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES OCCUR WHEN GETTING DOWN TO STAGE LEVELS OF CONDITIONING THAT YOU THINK INDIVIDUALS SHOULD BE AWARE OF?⁃ WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE GET DOWN TO VERY LOW LEVELS OF BODY FAT⁃ LOW ENERGY AVAILABILITY & REDS⁃ THE CALORIC COST OF GETTING INTO SHREDDED CONDITION- YOU MAY NEED TO DIET ON VERY LOW CALORIE INTAKE⁃ THE BEST WAY TO GO ABOUT GETTING SHREDDED/STRATEGIES TO MANAGE THE COST OF GETTING SHREDDED⁃ RATE OF LOSS⁃ MAINTAIN A HIGH PROTEIN INTAKE⁃ NEW META-REGRESSION ON PROTEIN INTAKE DURING A DEFICIT WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching, Consultation & Mentorship Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com

Discover the truth behind the popular belief that cheat meals can boost your metabolism. The discussion tackles common misconceptions and highlights research findings that suggest these indulgences may actually hinder fat loss. The difference between disciplined dieters and those who falter is explored, emphasizing the importance of consistency in reaching fitness goals. Get ready for a candid look at how social media often misrepresents dietary strategies!

Dr. Mike T. Nelson, an exercise physiologist and researcher with a PhD, dives into the fascinating world of metabolic flexibility. He explains its critical role in body composition and overall metabolic health, and discusses how individual variability affects our fat and carbohydrate usage. Practical strategies are shared, including methods for measuring flexibility and the impacts of ketogenic diets. They also explore the significant influence of aerobic fitness on recovery and muscle growth, along with the importance of sleep and non-exercise activity in optimizing metabolism.

Cheat meals might sound tempting, but they can actually hinder your weight loss journey. Discover the common mistakes people make that derail their fat loss progress. Learn how these meals can lead to passive overconsumption and make you crave even more calories. Real-life examples reveal just how easily a cheat meal can erase your hard-earned calorie deficit. Tune in for insights on shifting your perspective towards healthier eating for lasting wellness!