The Mind Muscle Connection

In this episode, I'm joined again by Martin Refalo.  Martin is a coach based out of Australia with 6+ years of experience, he is also the education coordinator for JPS Health & Fitness, as well as a natural bodybuilder. He has an intense passion for the fitness industry and the science behind training and nutrition. In this episode, we discuss his new paper "Influence of resistance training load on measures of skeletal muscle hypertrophy and improvements in maximal strength and neuromuscular task performance: A systematic review and meta-analysis."-What he is up to with his current workload and training.-Overview of his new paper.-Findings from the paper. -Applications of the findings. -The downside of training with higher reps. -Why periodizing your training is beneficial. -Can lower loads help with strength?How to find Martin:Instagram: @mrfitness_Website: https://www.jpshealthandfitness.com.au/The Science of Nutrition Book: https://www.jpshealthandfitness.com.au/product/the-science-of-nutrition-made-easy/

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:-Strategies to build your arms. -Benefits of tracking during the week and not the weekend. -Typical bulking mindset myths. Click here to read "7 Strategies to Build Better Arms"Click here for Steve Hall episode. Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In today's episode, I am joined by Laurin Conlin. Laurin is an IFBB Pro Bikini competitor and the owner of Team LoCoFit. She earned her B.S. from Florida State University and her M.S. from the University of South Florida, both in Exercise Science. She continues to serve as a research assistant to Dr. Bill Campbell’s Physique Enhancement lab at USF.Laurin has worked through the struggles of eating disorders, years of competing as a physique athlete, and managing her health while continuing to learn more and educate clients through the process.In this episode we discuss:-Is a meal plan or tracking macros better?-Rigid restraint vs flexible approach for dieting. -How this has changed her approach to coaching clients. -Her history of eating disorders. -Why competing to get "in shape" isn't a great idea. -Why always trying to lean out hurts your long-term progress. -Importance of building muscle in getting the physique you want. -Fat loss considerations for females vs. males. Where to find Laurin: Instagram: @laurinconlinWebsite: https://www.teamlocofit.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:-What is Metabolic Adaptation.-How to stay sane if you cant go to the gym for a week. Click here to read "What Is Metabolic Adaptation?"Click here to read "Are You Using the Scale as Your Only Form of Progress?"Click here to read "An Effective Fat Loss Method You’re Probably Not Using"Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

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.