The Mind Muscle Connection

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.

In this episode, Im joined by Steve Hall. Steve is the owner/founder of Revive Stronger and the host of the podcast "The Revive Stronger Podcast", he is also a natural competitive bodybuilder.  You will learn about:-What his current training is like.-His issue with hunger as he gains weight. -New exercises he is enjoying from home. -Muscle groups he focused on during his building phase. -Overview of a primer phase. -Is an active rest phase better than a primer phase?-How many primer phases can you do in a row?-Primer phase during busy times in your life?-How much training you need to do per week in a primer phase?-Nutrition during a primer phase. How to find Steve:Instagram: @revivestrongerWebsite: https://revivestronger.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-revive-stronger-podcast/id1145138636

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 "How To Enjoy A Night Out And Still Stay On Track".Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, Im joined by Jeremiah Bair. Jeremiah is the owner of Bairfit and the host of the podcast "Living Lean". -Jeremiah's current training/nutrition.-Why he feels better dieting instead of building. -Why dieting can be more flexible compared to a building phase. -How he explains a building phase to clients. -Why you don't want to be half in/half out during a building phase. -How to know you are making progress during a building phase.-How to limit fat gain during a building phase. How to find Jeremiah:Instagram: @jeremiahbairWebsite: https://www.bairfit.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-lean/id1488015698Mentorship Link: https://aw151e20.aweb.page/p/1bb1eb68-ff53-43f8-be06-e63be1e7bc25

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 now to apply for online coaching with our team.

In this episode, I'm joined by Danny Lennon.  Danny is the founder of Sigma Nutrition and head of content creation for the company. He has worked as a nutrition practitioner with a wide variety of clients. He became well known for his role as a performance nutritionist to professional mixed martial artists & boxers. In this episode we discuss:-Danny's nutrition background.-What is energy balance (calories-in/calories-out).-What makes up energy expenditure.-What part of energy expenditure varies the most?-Danny's thoughts on periodizing nutrition.-Is it hormones or calories?-Calories-in/Calories-out is NOT an intervention. -Why some people stop tracking and then see weight loss. -Why food choices are important. How to find Danny:Instagram: @dannylennon_sigmaPodcast: https://sigmanutrition.com/podcasts/

In this episode, I go over how to transition out of a fat loss diet and why I use calorie/macro ranges instead of exact numbers.  Click here now to apply for online coaching with our team.Click here to read the blog on How to Maintain Weight Loss After a Diet