The Mind Muscle Connection

Apr 09 2025 588 ep. 40 mins 23
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The Mind Muscle Connection is a show dedicated to educating you on applying science-based; training, nutrition, and mindset strategies to help you build a leaner, stronger, and more confident self. Grab some coffee and listen in!

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Ella Parungao (Scientific Snitch) Do You Really Need a Calorie Surplus to Build Muscle? | Ep 581

Apr 09 2025 61 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, we’re joined by Ella Parungao, also known as the Scientific Snitch, to talk about Do You Really Need a Calorie Surplus to Build Muscle? Ella shares insightful perspectives on how surplus and maintenance calories work, the role of protein intake, and the common misconceptions about body weight fluctuations. Plus, the

AJ Brown Carnivore Diet Review, Are Your Maint Cals Too Low, NAD+ Supplementation | Ep 580

Apr 07 2025 26 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I am diving deep into AJ Brown Carnivore Diet Review, Are Your Maint Cals Too Low, NAD+ Supplementation. I break down the pros and cons of high-protein diets, examine the importance of including a variety of foods, and discuss how supplements like NAD+ fit into the bigger picture of health and performance. Also, i

Smarter Building Phases: Leaner Gains, Better Results | Ep 579

Apr 04 2025 28 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about Smarter Building Phases: Leaner Gains, Better Results! I’ll be sharing my strategies highlighting the key differences between my old mindset and my new perspective on how to effectively support muscle growth while maintaining a healthy body composition. Plus, the two states of our bodies and how und

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Explained: A Deep Dive with Calvin Scheller | Ep 578

Apr 02 2025 60 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to welcome back coach and bioengineering graduate Calvin Scheller to deep dive into the science of GLP-1, appetite regulation, and what really happens when using popular medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Calvin brings his deep academic background and real-world coaching experience to explore the mechan

20-25k Steps, Do I Need Cardio? Creatine Pros and Cons, EAAs | Ep 577

Mar 31 2025 20 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: If I’m in maintenance and hitting 20 to 25k steps a day, is cardio still needed?Pros and Cons of Creatine for Health and WellnessWhen are

Women Have a Higher Stress Response To Dieting (Men vs Women Fat Loss Differences) | Ep 576

Mar 28 2025 18 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! Today’s solo episode, I talk about How women have a higher stress response to dieting (men vs women fat loss differences)! I discuss what that heightened stress response means for your dieting approach, why it’s essential to be strategic rather than just cutting calories and how hormonal differences impact women’s experiences wit

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Building Phase (Replay From On The Fit To Transform Podcast)| Ep 575

Mar 26 2025 67 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to join the Fit to Transform podcast for a deep dive into How to get the most out of your building phase! If you've ever wondered whether you really need to be in a calorie surplus to build muscle — or if you feel stuck in a dieting cycle without seeing the results you want, this conversation is for you

Losing The Last Bit Of Body Fat, Creatine Or Whey Protein, Time Of Day To Workout | Ep 574

Mar 24 2025 26 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection podcast! Today I will be answering questions from my Instagram audience. Every Monday, I do a Q and A and my answers will be based on science so you can build a leaner, stronger, and confident self! Topics: Creatine or Whey Protein in a Fat Loss Phase?What’s the best time to work out? Is there a Magic Trick to getting the last bit of fat off

Struggling to Build Muscle But Scared of Weight Gain? Don’t Make This Mistake | Ep 573

Mar 21 2025 24 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, we’re diving into a relatable challenge many of us face - Struggling to build muscle but scared of weight gain? Don’t make this mistake. I share the journey of one of my clients, Greg, who found himself caught in this exact predicament. I talk about the delicate balance between gaining muscle and managing body

How to Train Smarter, Avoid Injury, and Maintain Muscle in a Deficit with Kyle Baxter | Ep 572

Mar 19 2025 53 mins  
Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode, I’m excited to welcome physiotherapist and fitness expert Kyle Baxter to deep dive into how to train smarter, avoid injury, and maintain muscle in a deficit. Kyle brings his extensive background to share valuable insights on how to preserve your hard-earned muscle even when cutting calories. Plus, strategies for trai