The Mind Muscle Connection

Jeff Hoehn
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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!

  1. 1D AGO

    Performance vs Aesthetics, Calorie Needs, and Gut Health’s Role in Performance and Physique with Dr. Mike Molloy | Ep 704

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mike Molloy, founder of M2 Performance Nutrition and coach to elite athletes across CrossFit, MMA, and the Olympics. We dive into Performance VS Aesthetics, Calorie Needs, and Gut Health’s Role in Performance and Physique Dr. Mike shares powerful insights from working with athletes who eat up to 6,000+ calories a day and how general population clients can hit a plateau just trying to survive on 1,400. We get into how the menstrual cycle impacts training, the importance of sleep for adaptation, the realities of hypothyroidism and blood work, and why ultra-clean eating can sometimes backfire for high performers. If you’ve ever wondered how elite athletes fuel or felt confused by what “healthy eating” really means for your body, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s talk about: Introduction to Dr. MikeZone & Paleo DietsPros and Cons of Paleo DietCoachingGenetics vs. Lifestyle for Body Fat & Performance ToleranceSleep, Training, Menstrual CycleCycle Phases, Cravings, and Training ImplicationsSigns of Under-Recovery & Nutrition Coaching ChecklistNutrition Periodization for AthletesBody Comp vs. Athlete Nutrition DifferencesLevine Study & NEATMaintenance CaloriesDr. Mike’s Personal Training and Nutrition ApproachWhere to Find Dr. Mike 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

    1h 2m

  2. 3D AGO

    What Can and Cant Happen At Maintenance Calories | Ep 703

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this episode of the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast, I dig into What Can and Can’t Happen At Maintenance Calories We’ll cover how body composition can still improve without weight loss, what kinds of goals maintenance supports best, and why some people (especially women) benefit more from this phase than they realize. I’ll also talk through what can’t happen at maintenance and how to know if you’re truly there or stuck in artificially low maintenance without realizing it. If you’ve been spinning your wheels with fat loss, or you’re afraid of maintenance because it “feels like doing nothing,” this episode is a must listen. Let’s talk about: IntroductionMaintenance CaloriesWhat can happenWhat can’t happenLow maintenance caloriesHow to know if you’re really at maintenance Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE Nutrition Periodization Masterclass: HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

    30 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Why Some People Gain Less Fat on 1,000 Extra Calories | Ep 702

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about Why Some People Gain Less Fat on 1,000 Extra Calories We’ll dive into the science of NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis), how your body subconsciously responds to a surplus, and the five key takeaways that can guide how you approach bulking. I also share practical strategies for controlling fat gain and maximizing muscle growth. This episode is a must-listen so be sure to tune in! Let’s talk about: IntroductionStudy Overview: 1,000-Calorie surplus and fat gain differencesGenetics, Metabolism & NEAT ResponseTakeaway #1 Energy balance is highly individualTakeaway #2 Start with slower calorie increasesTakeaway #3 They didn’t liftTakeaway #4 Lifestyle factorsTakeaway #5 You can influence NEATCalorie surplus practical applications Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE Nutrition Periodization Masterclass: HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

    22 min

  4. JAN 14

    Reverse Dieting, Muscle, & Metabolism After 30 (appearance on the The Allison Pavone Show) | Ep 701

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m sharing my guest appearance on The Allison Pavone Show, where we had a great conversation about Reverse Dieting, Muscle, and Metabolism After 30 We dive into metabolic adaptation, how to find your true maintenance calories, when reverse dieting is necessary, and why sustainable results come from lifting with intention, recovering well, and making nutrition work for your real life and so much more. So whether you’re spinning your wheels in a fat loss phase or wondering how to shift gears and start building again, this episode is packed with practical insight and long-term perspective. Let’s talk about: IntroductionThe Allison Pavone ShowJeff Hoehn’s background, who he works with + coaching philosophyCalorie deficits and metabolic adaptationReverse dieting strategyLifting frequency & splits for womenHeavy vs. Light WeightsSleep and recoveryDoes muscle weigh more than fat?Fad dietsHow to add calories without getting too fullWhere to find JeffFollow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE Nutrition Periodization Masterclass: HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

    1h 5m

  5. JAN 12

    Review of New Dietary Guidelines + My Foundational Nutrition Habits | Ep 700

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I take a deep dive into Review of New Dietary Guidelines + My Foundational Nutrition Habits. I talk about the emphasis on real food, protein, sugar, dairy, saturated fat, and processed foods along with what the guidelines don’t mention, like lifestyle habits, exercise, stress, and behavioral skills that are essential to long-term success. I also share my personal foundational nutrition habits that go beyond what’s written in official documents. If you’ve ever felt confused or overwhelmed by nutrition rules, this episode is a must-listen! Let’s talk about: IntroductionDietary guidelinesProtein prioritizationDairyGut healthVegetables and fruits intakeHealthy fats & saturated fatsFiberAvoid highly processed foodNatural vs processed foodsFoundational nutrition habits Follow me on Instagram for more information and education: @jeffhoehn_ FREE 30 Min Strategy Call: HERE Body Recomp Checklist 2.0 HERE Nutrition Periodization Masterclass: HERE How You Can Work With Me?: HERE Coaching application: HERE

    29 min

  6. JAN 9

    Ignoring These Signs? You Could Be Making Fat Loss/Muscle Gain Tougher | Ep 699

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I talk about “Ignoring These Signs? You Could Be Making Fat Loss/Muscle Gain Tougher” This one’s especially important if you’re in your 30s or beyond and feel like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing the results you want. I walk through the most common symptoms I see with client slow energy, brain fog, poor recovery, irregular hunger and cravings, low libido, menstrual cycle changes, and more and explain what they’re really signaling. Most of the time, it’s not just one issue. It’s usually a mix of training stress, lifestyle habits, and poor nutrition working against you. I also share what to track and how to use these biofeedback cues to stop spinning your wheels and start progressing again. If you’ve been training consistently, tracking your food, but progress still feels like a grind, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been missing! Let’s talk about: 00:47 Introduction 01:30 Ignoring body signals 04:09 Root causes of poor recovery or stalled progress 07:06 Common symptoms 23:13 Final takeaways 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

    27 min

  7. JAN 7

    Dr. Eric Helms - How Your Current Body Composition and Stress Dictate Your Strategy | Ep 698

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! This episode with Dr. Eric Helms was one of the most downloaded of 2025 so I wanted to bring it back as a rebroadcast. Dr Eric shares what his contest prep looked like at the time, how he handled stress and biofeedback, and what changed for him as he got older as a natural bodybuilder. We talked through everything from digestive issues during a diet phase, to offseason strategies, to how much muscle you can realistically build in a surplus without blowing past your productive range. Eric also explains how stress, food focus, and energy availability impact progress more than most people realize. If you’ve ever struggled to manage hunger, wondered how to reverse diet without spiraling, or just want a grounded take on sustainable fat loss and muscle building, this episode is worth a revisit. Let’s talk about: Introduction about rebroadcastEpisode with Dr Eric HelmsContest Prep & OffseasonMuscle maturityStressWeight fluctuationsOffseason structure + proper surplus strategySex differences in energy availabilityBehavioral control vs body comp expectationsFat loss phaseWhere to find Dr Eric Dr. Eric Helms’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helms3dmj/?hl=en 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

    1h 14m

  8. JAN 5

    Gut Health 101 For Body Comp | Ep 697

    Welcome to the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast! In this solo episode, I’m diving into Gut Health 101 for Body Comp You’ll learn how gut issues can silently affect things like appetite, cravings, fatigue, recovery, and nutrient absorption. I’ll walk you through signs your gut might be off, what good gut health looks like, and the practical lifestyle shifts you can start making today before going down the rabbit hole of testing and supplements. This is based not only on what I see in clients, but what I’ve worked through personally as well. Don’t miss out on this episode! Let’s talk about: IntroductionWhy gut health mattersGut & mental health connectionCommon gut issuesWhat impacts gut healthSymptomsModerate gut healthPoor gut healthStressWhat you can do to improve gut healthSupplementsReverse dieting 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

    31 min
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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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  • Creator
    Jeff Hoehn
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    712
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Mind Muscle Connection
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    The Mind Muscle Connection

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