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Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I have Bryan Boorstein and Jordan Lips back on for another roundtable to talk about Warm Up Sets, Exercise Selection, Rep Ranges, Cardio Recovery and more We got into parenting and how that’s shifted priorities, training adjustments with real life constraints, and a deep dive into exercise selection, home gym setups, and rep ranges. Plus, a discussion about warming up, metabolic phases, cardio metrics, and what actually matters versus what people tend to overcomplicate. If you’re trying to balance training with real life, figure out what actually moves the needle, and cut through some of the noise around programming and cardio, this episode is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionUpdate on Jordan LipsWork adjustmentsSleep and recoveryJordan’s trainingBrian Borstein’s equipment limitations in home gymsSingle Leg Training BenefitsBulgarian Split Squats (Smith Machine Focus)Calf Training ChallengesRep Ranges PreferenceWarming upCardio vs High Rep Training OverlapMetabolic PhasesCardio Recovery MetricCardio Programming & IntervalsBrian & Jordan’s cardioNutritionWhere to find Brian and Jordan Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about If You’re Above These Body Fat Ranges You Don’t Need A Surplus To Build Muscle or “Reset” Your Metabolism I break down why that approach usually backfires, what actually happens to your body when you keep pushing calories up, and how this can impact your health, performance, and body composition over time. I also go through the most common beliefs I hear from clients and explain what’s really going on behind the scenes. If fat loss has felt confusing or you feel stuck despite trying to “eat more,” this episode will help you understand what to focus on instead and how to move forward with a smarter plan! Let’s talk about: IntroductionWhy You Don’t Need a Surplus at Higher Body FatHormones and Fat DistributionCut off thresholdsCommon Belief #1: “I Need to Reverse Diet First”Common Belief #2: “I Need a Surplus to Rebuild Muscle”Common Belief #3: “I Need to Get Calories as High as Possible”Common Belief #4: “My Metabolism is Broken”Common Belief #5: “I Need to Hit X Calories Before Dieting”Why Low Calories FailHealth Risks of High Body Fat and SurplusWhen Increasing Calories DOES Make Sense Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I have Lindsay Parker with me, also known as Lifting Lindsay, a coach who helps women over 40 build muscle, strength, and confidence while balancing life as a mom of four, to talk about Body Comp > Scale Weight, Women and Maint Cals, Thyroid Issues, Postpartum and more We get into training during pregnancy, what postpartum recovery actually looks like, and how to know when to push or pull back. Lindsay also breaks down fat loss vs maintenance, why aggressive bulking is often unnecessary, and how to still perform well in a calorie deficit. We also dive into blood work, thyroid health, and the importance of looking at the full picture instead of just macros. If you want a more realistic and sustainable approach to training, nutrition, and long term progress, this episode is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionLindsay ParkerTransition to Two Kids and Parenting ExperienceBacklash Women Get for Training During PregnancyListening to Your Body + Postpartum Recovery ApproachIron DeficiencyHashimoto’s and Thyroid StoryT3 Fix, Energy & Performance ComebackCurrent Training GoalsAdjusting Training in a DeficitRep RangesTraining to FailureDeloadCuttingDefining “Lean”Women Underestimating Maintenance CaloriesCoaching PhilosophyWhere to find Lindsay Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I deep dive into Strategies To Keep You Leaner, Stronger, and Feeling Good In Your Building Phase I break down how to approach a building phase so you can actually build muscle without constantly needing to cut again. I go through key strategies around meal timing, training performance, calorie setup, and how to stay lean while pushing progress. I also share what I’m personally doing in my own building phase right now and what’s changed over time. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with gaining weight too quickly or not seeing the physique changes you expected, this episode is for you! Let’s talk about: IntroductionBuilding phasesStrategy #1: Food Timing Around SleepStrategy #2: Don’t Save All Calories for LaterStrategy #3: Fuel Around WorkoutsStrategy #4: Maintenance vs SurplusStrategy #5: Strategic Catabolic PeriodsStrategy #6: Eat Until Satisfied, Not StuffedStrategy #7: Keep Nutrition Quality HighStrategy #8: Keep Protein UpStrategy #9: Keep Doing CardioMonitoring Health Markers + Blood WorkCircadian rhythmMy Personal Building Phase Approach Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, Garrett Creary joins me to share his full transformation story, What Losing 160+ pounds taught him about health. This one goes way beyond weight loss and gets into what actually happens after the transformation. We get into his experience with gastric bypass, the rapid weight loss that followed, and the long-term consequences that came with it, including hormone issues, gut health challenges, and burnout from lifestyle habits. Garrett also shares how identity, environment, and daily habits played a bigger role than any single diet or protocol. If you want to understand what real, sustainable change looks like and what can go wrong when you skip the deeper work, this episode is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionGarrett CrearyGetting Into Coaching + Functional HealthObesityInitial Weight Loss AttemptEating Patterns and Extreme Calorie IntakeHunger, Food Noise, and Appetite DysregulationCalorie Awareness and Small ChangesGastric BypassSleep, Stress, and Health DeclineRoot Cause vs Band-Aid (TRT)Current Training + Lifestyle ShiftWhere to Find Garrett Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I break down How to Actually Approach Body Recomposition I go into what body recomposition really means, the different ways it can happen, and how energy balance, training, and nutrition all play a role. I also walk through real scenarios so you can understand what to expect based on your starting point. So if you want to improve your body composition and stop guessing what to do next, this episode will is a must listen! Let’s talk about: Introduction3 Types of RecompMuscle growth potentialEnergy BalanceModerate deficitLarge deficitGLP-1Maintenance & SurplusSummary Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhoehn_/?hl=en How You Can Work With Me?: https://jhhealth.net/workwithme/ Coaching application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE-99wLDZRXlOOY1pWuAmkogdZOm-7ZvN_thbqNWLdNrj5bg/viewform

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I catch up with Dr Eric Helms, a natural bodybuilder, coach with Team 3DMJ, and co-director of a sports research institute in New Zealand, to talk about How to Keep Making Progress During Busy Seasons He discussed his recent competitive season, his new leadership role, and how that has changed the way he trains. We get into auto-regulation at a deeper level, how to train effectively with a busy schedule, and what actually matters when progress starts to slow down. He also shares insights on recovery, volume, and how advanced lifters should think about long-term progress. If training has started to feel harder to manage with real life or progress feels slower than it used to, this is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionUpdate on Dr Eric HelmsRealization After Turning ProCo-Director at Sports Research Institute (AUT)Impact of Stress + Lifestyle on RecoveryADHD, Focus, and Mental LoadTraining Philosophy ShiftEfficient Training MethodsCurrent Volume + Set BreakdownAdvanced Training InsightWhy He Trains Smaller Muscle Groups More Now“Investment Portfolio” View of TrainingCurrent Training VolumeMaximizing Growth Under ConstraintsDr Eric’s Future Plan Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m breaking down How Long Should A Training Cycle Be For Muscle Growth I go into how long a training cycle should last, why constantly changing exercises can hold you back, and how to balance consistency with keeping things fresh. I also cover deloads, when they make sense, and how to adjust your program without losing progress. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your training or unsure when to switch things up, this episode will give you a clearer way to approach it. Let’s talk about: IntroductionWhy Training Cycles MatterProblems With Changing Exercises Too OftenWhy Progressive Overload Needs StructurePsychological refreshBalancing Science vs MotivationOptimal length of a training cycleShorter phasesDeload vs No DeloadSigns It’s Time to Change Your ProgramHow Long to Keep ExercisesTakeaways Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Savino, founder of EPN Nutrition and The Practical Athlete, who brings a ton of real-world experience in both performance and body composition to talk about Managing Fat Loss During Performance Training, SIBO and more We get into what it actually looks like to balance fat loss while training for something demanding, and why that combination is harder than most people expect. Laura shares her current prep for a multi-day hike, how she’s fueling through a deficit, and what changed once gut issues like SIBO came into play. We also talk through digestion, carb strategies, and the trade-offs that come with pushing performance and body composition at the same time. If you’re trying to juggle fat loss with high levels of activity or performance goals, this is a must listen. It will help you understand what to prioritize, what to adjust, and where most people go wrong so you can make better decisions moving forward. Let’s talk about: Introduction to Lauren SavinoTraining for a multi-day hikeTraining your gut to handle carbsWhy fat loss + performance is trickyCommon digestion issuesLaura’s SIBO + gut issuesWhy scale weight is unreliable during high activityGiving gut a breakHunger management strategies in a deficitLauren’s Training structureSIBOHow to structure a performance deficitWhere to find Laura Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I break down the Fat Loss Plateau? Here Is The Decision I Use With Clients. If your weight has stalled and you are tempted to immediately cut calories, there are a few things I look at first before making that move. I walk through the exact decision tree I use with coaching clients when fat loss slows down. We cover how to confirm if it is a real plateau, the biggest adherence mistakes that stall progress, and the adjustments I prioritize before dropping calories. I also explain when increasing steps, holding calories steady, or even taking a break from fat loss can be the better move. If your progress has stalled or you want a smarter way to troubleshoot fat loss instead of guessing, this episode will give you a clear framework to follow. Let’s talk about: IntroductionFat loss plateauDetermine if it is actually a plateauWeighing & calorie deficitStress & recoveryMenstrual cycleMeasurementCheck adherenceChoosing an adjustmentsKeeping calories as high as possible during fat lossPros and cons of dropping caloriesTimeline for diet breaks or maintenance phases Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Brandon Cruz, a seasoned coach, fitness enthusiast, and host of the Chasing Clarity podcast, with over 20 years of experience in training, nutrition, and metabolic health to discuss about The Benefits of Eating At Maintenance We talk through why maintenance is often misunderstood and why spending time there can be one of the most powerful tools for improving body composition including the difference between maintenance calories and maintenance phases, the metabolic and physiological benefits of eating at maintenance, and how this phase can support long-term progress as well as for women. If you want a clearer understanding of how to use maintenance calories to improve performance, recovery, and long-term physique results, this episode is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionUpdate on Jeff’s trainingVolume cyclingImportance of experimentation in trainingConditioningTotal testosterone levelsHow SHBG affects testosterone availabilityThyroid markersSupplementsBrandon’s trainingEating at maintenanceHormonal and thyroid benefitsPerformance and recoveryUse of maintenance during fat loss phasesMaintenance for women and hormonal healthLevine studyFemale physiology and body fat regulationWhere to find Jeff and Brandon Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I break down Cardio For Lifters Over 30 (Benefits, Splits, Progressions) I go through the biggest mistakes lifters make with cardio and how to structure it so it actually improves your training. We talk about progressive overload for cardio, how to track progress, and the difference between interval and steady-state work. I also explain how to periodize cardio during building phases and fat loss phases. Cardio is one of the most underrated tools for lifters, especially after 30. If you’ve avoided it because you thought it would hurt muscle growth, this episode explains why cardio might actually be the thing improving your body composition, recovery, and performance. Let’s talk about: IntroductionWhy lifters over 30 should care about cardioPoor cardiovascular fitness impacts trainingStress resilienceWhy cardio mattersCommon mistakesMetrics to track cardio progressResting heart rate, HRV, and VO2 maxCardio splits for liftersPeriodizing cardio across a year Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I deep dive What Causes Cravings + How To Manage Them. Cravings are something almost everyone struggles with, especially during fat loss phases so today I walk you through the three different types of hunger, how hormones like ghrelin and leptin play a role, and the biggest factors that increase cravings. We cover things like low protein intake, poor sleep, high stress load, inconsistent calorie intake, ultra-processed foods, meal timing, and even how dieting itself can increase cravings. If cravings feel like they’re constantly derailing your progress, this episode will help you understand what’s actually driving them. Let’s talk about: IntroductionWhy Cravings Are IndividualCravings VS Hunger3 Types of HungerDrivers of CravingsFix the Inputs to Fix Cravings Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I break down How Nutrition And Body Comp Add To Your Stress Load. I walk through how stress impacts body composition, recovery, and performance and why fat loss gets harder when total stress is too high. We go through the eight major stress buckets, with a deeper dive into dieting stress specifically. I cover chronic energy deficiency, poor meal structure, blood sugar volatility, low micronutrients, eating in a sympathetic state, caffeine, alcohol, and body fat extremes, including how each one can quietly slow progress. If you feel like you’re doing everything right but your body composition isn’t moving, this episode will help you figure out why. Let’s talk about: IntroductionStress LoadWhen Total Stress Gets Too High8 Common StressorsSigns Stress Load Is Too HighBiggest Sources of StressStress Is Context Dependent Follow me on Instagram for more information and education:  jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Masterclass: HERE Nutrition Periodization Masterclass: HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE Body Recomp Checklist 2.0: https://chipper-producer-6244.kit.com/26b5c9f94a

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, Dr. Peter Tierney joins me to talk about Resting Heart Rate, Alcohol and HRV/RHR, How to Speed Up Recovery. Dr Peter is a sports scientist and performance coach who has worked in elite rugby, football (soccer), and endurance sport, blending real-world coaching with applied data and research. We dig into recovery, stress load, resting heart rate, HRV, caffeine, alcohol, and what actually moves the needle. We talk about why you need to measure stress before you talk about recovery, how to use individual baselines instead of chasing perfect scores, and why not every “bad” wearable reading is actually a problem. If you want to recover smarter, perform better, and stop overthinking every metric, this is a must listen! Let’s talk about: IntroductionDr. Peter TierneyUse of GPS, Heart Rate, and Wearable Tech in Team SportsOver-Reliance on Data vs ExperienceLoad Monitoring + Stress vs RecoverySHIT Recovery FrameworkCircadian RhythmCaffeine & SleepBuilding Robustness to LoadResting Heart RateWearablesAlcohol’s Impact on RecoveryWhere to Find Dr. Peter Tierney Follow Dr. Peter Tierney: https://www.instagram.com/drpetertierney/?hl=en Follow me on Instagram for more information and education:  jeffhoehn_ Body Recomp Checklist 2.0: https://chipper-producer-6244.kit.com/26b5c9f94a How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE