The Mind Muscle Connection

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn today's episode, I am joined by Jeffrey Su. He is a health coach and founder/owner of First Call Out Fitness, LLC. He is also a co-host of the podcast "The Excellence Cartel". We chatted about: -(0:00) His background. -(9:30) His current training/nutrition. -(15:00) 7 truths you must accept or fitness will drive you nuts. -(15:15) Truth #1.-(19:35) Truth #2.-(26:50) Truth #3. -(41:20) Truth #4. -(46:50) Truth #5. -(53:10) Truth #6. -(56:15) Truth #7. Where to find Jeffrey: Instagram: @firstcalloutfitnessWebsite: http://www.firstcalloutfitness.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-excellence-cartel/id1473504650

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:-8 Things to Look Into if Muscle Growth Has Stalled. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn todays episode, I am joined by Martin MacDonald.  He is the CEO and founder of The Mac-Nutrition Collective. He also is the host of the podcast “Not Another Nutrition Podcast” What we talked about: -(0:00) His background. -(6:15) His nutrition certification. -(19:30) His current training and nutrition. -(40:40) Why women shouldn't bulk. Where to find Martin: Instagram:  @martinnutritionWebsite: https://www.mac-nutritionuni.com/Podcast: https://www.martin-macdonald.com/not-another-nutrition-podcast

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:-The 3 training phases used with online clients for a body transformation. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn todays episode, I am joined by Aaron Straker. He is an online nutrition coach and educator. The founder of Straker nutrition company. And is the co-host of the Eat Train Prosper podcast with Bryan Boorstein. In this episode we talk about: -(0:00) How he ate 50 hot wings in one sitting. -(4:55) His background. -(17:15) His current training/nutrition. -(23:50) His switch from Crossfit to his current training. -(29:30) How to optimize your metabolism. -(35:55) There is not as much information for men on how to lose weight properly. -(39:20) What he commonly sees from his clients when they first come to him. -(45:40) How he deals with his clients who "ego" lift. -(49:50) What happens hormonally for males when you are working hard but undereating. -(52:22) How low testosterone levels are going to hurt muscle growth and fat loss. -(56:15) How high-stress levels will hurt body composition. -(1:00:15) Practical applications for optimizing your metabolism. Where to find Aaron: Instagram:  @aaron_strakerWebsite:  https://strakernutritionco.com/Podcast: https://www.eattrainprosper.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.Topics:-How to know your workout was effective for building muscle.-Testosterone levels for a body transformation. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREJordan is an online fitness coach and the host of the Where Optimal Meets Practical Podcast. In this episode we discuss:-(0:00) Update on him.-(8:10) Why he stopped his fat loss phase. -(12:25) Definition of shortened/lengthened position and resistance profiles. -(23:50) Fatigue considerations for shortened/lengthened position-(28:00) Different phases for hypertrophy.Where to find Jordan:Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/where-optimal-meets-practical/id1518859017Website: https://jordanlipsfitness.com/Instagram: @jordanlipsfitness

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:-Things that will affect how hungry you get. -Even mild dehydration can negatively affect training. 

Apply for 1 on 1 online coaching HERETo get more details click HEREIn today's episode, I am joined by Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro. Gabrielle holds a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech. She currently runs Vitamin PhD Nutrition full-time while working part-time as a researcher for Examine. She is also known for her expertise in gut health. Topics: -(0:00) Background. -(7:55) Current training/nutrition. -(26:30) What is gut health?-(32:45) Common misconceptions around gut health. -(40:45) Signs your gut health is off. -(44:30) What's a normal frequency for bowel movements. -(48:15) How poor gut health can affect body composition. -(55:50) Practical applications for gut health. Where to find Gabrielle: Instagram: @vitaminphdBook: https://rpstrength.com/science-of-gut-health

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:-How to build your abs/make your midsection appear leaner. -Is training more days per week better for muscle growth?