Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast

Brandon DaCruz
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  • HEALTH & FITNESS
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The Chasing Clarity Health & Fitness Podcast aims to bridge the gap between complexity and clarity within the health and fitness space. Brandon and Jeff have a relatable synergy that allows them to go deep and wide on all topics related to nutrition, training, health, and fitness. We will cover both information and application for anyone interested in improving their health, fitness, and body composition throughout our journey together and with you all. Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Follow Jeff on IG: https://www/instagram.com/jeffunbreakableblack

  1. 4D AGO

    BODY RECOMPOSITION EXPLAINED: CAN YOU REALLY LOSE FAT & BUILD MUSCLE AT THE SAME TIME? | EP. 198

    Body recomposition — the process of losing fat and building muscle simultaneously — is one of the most sought-after goals in all of fitness. But it’s also one of the most misunderstood.In this solo episode, I break down the science, physiology and strategy behind body recomposition and explain exactly what it takes to achieve it in the real world. WE COVER: WHAT BODY RECOMPOSITION REALLY IS & THE 3 FORMS IT CAN TAKE WHY THE SCALE OFTEN MISLEADS YOU DURING A RECOMP PHASE THE TRUTH ABOUT BUILDING MUSCLE WHILE DIETING (BACKED BY RESEARCH) WHO IS MOST LIKELY TO RECOMP THE FACTORS THAT DETERMINE YOUR ABILITY TO LOSE FAT & BUILD MUSCLE AT THE SAME TIME WHY MOST PEOPLE WHO THINK THEY’RE TOO ADVANCED TO RECOMP… ACTUALLY AREN’T WHY WOMEN OFTEN HAVE A PHYSIOLOGICAL ADVANTAGE WHEN IT COMES TO RECOMPOSITION WHAT THE LATEST RESEARCH SHOWS ABOUT HIGH PROTEIN, RESISTANCE TRAINING & RECOMP This episode is for anyone who wants to understand how to take their body composition to the next level without constantly toggling between bulking and cutting. If your goal is to look leaner, feel stronger, and improve your physique year-round this episode will bring the clarity you’ve been missing. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com My Reading Recommendations:THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDShttps://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

    33 min

  2. JAN 21

    ERIC HELMS: THE TRAINING VOLUME DEBATE: WHAT ACTUALLY BUILDS MUSCLE LONG-TERM | EP. 199

    Training volume has become one of the most misunderstood and oversimplified topics in fitness. Over the last few years, there’s been a strong push toward low-volume training. It’s often framed as more efficient, more recoverable and even superior for long-term muscle growth. And while that idea sounds appealing, especially if you’re short on time, the science tells a more nuanced story. In this episode, I’m joined once again by Dr. Eric Helms to break down where the training volume research actually stands as we move into 2026. WE COVER:• THE LATEST TRAINING VOLUME RESEARCH, INCLUDING THE 2025 PELLAND META-REGRESSION • WHY THE LOW VOLUME VS HIGH VOLUME DEBATE IS A FALSE DICHOTOMY• WHAT THE HYPERTROPHY LITERATURE ACTUALLY SHOWS ABOUT DOSE-RESPONSE & DIMINISHING RETURNS This conversation isn’t about doing the most volume possible or the least volume possible. It’s about understanding what the evidence supports, how training volume actually drives adaptation over time and how to apply it intelligently based on your goals, training age, and recovery capacity. If your goal is long-term muscle growth, better performance, and sustainable progress, this episode will give you clarity. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com My Reading Recommendations: THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDShttps://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

    1h 25m

  3. JAN 14

    13 LESSONS FROM 13 YEARS OF ONLINE COACHING | EP. 198

    In this solo episode, I’m sharing 13 of the most important lessons I’ve learned after over a decade of coaching clients across all walks of life from IFBB pros to lifestyle clients, corporate execs, entrepreneurs, and fitness professionals. These lessons weren’t pulled from textbooks. They were earned through experience. Through the wins, the failures, the hard conversations, and the real-life transformations. Whether you’re a coach, an athlete, or someone serious about personal growth, this episode will give you the clarity, perspective, and systems to level up your results and longevity in this game. INSIDE THIS EPISODE, I COVER: 1. LEAD CLIENTS FROM THE FRONT 2. THINK COACH, TALK CLIENT 3. NO ONE CARES HOW MUCH YOU KNOW UNTIL THEY KNOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE 4. CONSISTENCY CREATES TRANSFORMATION 5. SEE POTENTIAL IN CLIENTS THEY CAN’T YET SEE THEMSELVES 6. COACHING IS AN ART AS MUCH AS A SCIENCE 7. A HEALTHY BODY IS A RESPONSIVE BODY 8. HABITS & SYSTEMS BEAT WILLPOWER & MOTIVATION 9. HONESTY & HARD CONVERSATIONS DRIVE BREAKTHROUGHS 10. COACHING IS A CRAFT THAT MUST BE REFINED 11. THE MORE YOU LEARN, THE MORE YOU CAN SERVE 12. INVEST IN YOURSELF TO EARN CLIENT INVESTMENT 13. YOU CAN’T WANT THE RESULTS MORE THAN YOUR CLIENTS DO If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to create long-term results, this episode is for you. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com My Reading Recommendations: THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDShttps://getdpd.com/cart/hoplink/25469?referrer=1l54og96lf1ccw

    19 min

  4. JAN 7

    DERRICK VAN EVERY: THE SCIENCE OF BUILDING MUSCLE: MECHANISMS, MYTHS & MISCONCEPTIONS | EP. 197

    Muscle hypertrophy is one of the most researched topics in exercise science. And yet, it’s still one of the most misunderstood.In this episode, I’m joined by exercise scientist and researcher Derrick Van Every, author of the 2025 review Load-Induced Human Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy: Mechanisms, Myths, and Misconceptions, to separate what actually drives muscle growth from what simply shows up alongside hard training.Together, we break down the human evidence, challenge long-standing myths, and clarify how lifters and coaches should actually approach hypertrophy-focused training.In this episode, we cover:MECHANICAL TENSION AS THE PRIMARY DRIVER OF HYPERTROPHYWHAT ROLE IF ANY DOES METABOLIC STRESS PLAY IN MUSCLE GROWTHDOES THE PUMP CONTRIBUTE TO MUSCLE GROWTH?DO ACUTE CHANGES IN HORMONES FROM TRAINING INFLUENCE HYPERTROPHY OUTCOMESHOW SHOULD WE APPROACH TRAINING TO MAXIMIZE MUSCLE HYPERTROPHY?If you want a clear, evidence-based understanding of how muscle is actually built and how to structure your training around the variables that matter most, this conversation will bring clarity.WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiryEmail: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.comBrandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com

    1h 10m
  5. METABOLIC & PHYSIOLOGIC FLEXIBILITY: BUILDING A BODY THAT ADAPTS WITH DR. MIKE T. NELSON | EP. 196

    12/30/2025

    METABOLIC & PHYSIOLOGIC FLEXIBILITY: BUILDING A BODY THAT ADAPTS WITH DR. MIKE T. NELSON | EP. 196

    Most people think of metabolic health as just managing blood sugar or burning fat efficiently but the ability to adapt to stress, perform under pressure, and recover from it all… that’s the true definition of a resilient body. On this episode of THE CHASING CLARITY HEALTH & FITNESS PODCAST, I’m joined once again by Dr. Mike T. Nelson to break down metabolic flexibility, physiologic flexibility, and how building adaptability across multiple systems of the body creates a healthier, more responsive physique. HERE IS WHAT WE COVER️ WHAT METABOLIC FLEXIBILITY ACTUALLY MEANS & WHY IT’S CRITICAL FOR PERFORMANCE, RECOVERY & BODY COMP️ HOW TO IMPROVE FUEL ADAPTABILITY THROUGH NUTRITION, TRAINING, MOVEMENT, ETC. WHAT PHYSIOLOGIC FLEXIBILITY IS THE 4 SYSTEMS OF PHYSIOLOGIC FLEXIBILITY THAT DETERMINE STRESS RESILIENCE  • TEMPERATURE REGULATION  • OXYGEN & CO₂ TOLERANCE  • FUEL USAGE  • ACID-BASE BALANCE️ HOW TO USE COLD, HEAT, BREATHWORK, HIIT & NUTRITION TO BUILD A BODY THAT’S HARDER TO DERAIL If this episode gives you a new lens on health & performance, share it with a friend, post it on your stories, and tag us with your biggest takeaway. A HEALTHY BODY IS A RESPONSIVE BODY. A FLEXIBLE BODY IS A RESILIENT BODY. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com For Info on Brandon’s Coaching, Consultation & Mentorship Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com

    1h 2m

  6. 12/23/2025

    WHY THE SCALE DOESN’T TELL THE WHOLE STORY SEX-SPECIFIC COACHING SERIES PART 2 EP. 19

    Most women don’t struggle with fat loss because they’re doing something wrong. They struggle because they’ve been taught to judge progress using the wrong measurement. The scale reflects body weight, not body composition, and when you don’t understand what drives fluctuations, it’s easy to panic, overcorrect, and sabotage results. On this episode of THE CHASING CLARITY HEALTH & FITNESS PODCAST, we continue the conversation from Part 1 by breaking down why scale weight behaves differently in women, how the menstrual cycle influences day to day changes, and how to track progress accurately without letting a single number dictate your mindset or effort. If you’ve ever felt like you were doing everything right but the scale jumped up a few pounds overnight, this episode will bring clarity. Progress is never linear, and weight is only one small piece of a much larger picture. HERE IS WHAT WE COVER ️HOW THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE IMPACTS SCALE FLUCTUATIONS️ WHY WOMEN SEE BIGGER DAY TO DAY SHIFTS COMPARED TO MEN️ HOW TO USE DAILY WEIGH INS AND 7 DAY AVERAGES TO TRACK TRENDS️ WHY WEEKLY WEIGH INS CAN MISLEAD YOU️ THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAT LOSS AND WATER WEIGHT️ HOW TO DESENSITIZE YOURSELF TO SCALE ANXIETY️ HOW TO TRACK PROGRESS BEYOND THE SCALE WITH PHOTOS, CLOTHING, PERFORMANCE AND BIOFEEDBACK️ WHY TRUE TRANSFORMATION REQUIRES MULTIPLE DATA POINTS If you want to stop letting the scale control your emotions, your decisions, or your belief in yourself, this episode will teach you how to interpret the data correctly and stay consistent without second guessing every fluctuation. IF THIS EPISODE HELPED YOU, SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND WHO NEEDS IT. If you’re ready for coaching that respects female physiology and builds results that last, apply for 1:1 coaching through the link in the show notes. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/⁠ For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: ⁠https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry⁠ Email: ⁠Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com⁠ Brandon’s Website: ⁠https://www.brandondacruzfit.com⁠

    20 min

  7. 12/16/2025

    FEMALE FAT LOSS EXPLAINED: HOW I COACH WOMEN DIFFERENTLY | EP. 194

    Most women don’t struggle with fat loss because they’re unmotivated or undisciplined. They struggle because they’ve been given the wrong strategy for their biology and they’ve been dieting from a suboptimal position where their body isn’t ready to lose fat in the first place. On this episode of THE CHASING CLARITY HEALTH & FITNESS PODCAST, I break down the physiological realities that make fat loss look different for women, why comparing your progress to a man’s is a losing game and how I coach female clients in a strategic, evidence-based way that protects hormones, preserves muscle and delivers results that last. This episode explains why so many women experience chronic dieting, metabolic slowdown, cycle disruptions, a slower rate of scale change than men, and the frustration of feeling like their body isn’t responding and what to do differently if you want sustainable results instead of another rebound. HERE IS WHAT WE COVER️ WHY WOMEN START WITH LOWER MAINTENANCE CALORIES & LOWER TDEE️ THE IMPACT OF CHRONIC DIETING, LOW ENERGY AVAILABILITY & RED-S️ WHY AGGRESSIVE DEFICITS BACKFIRE & LEAD TO HORMONAL DISRUPTION️ HOW TO SET SUSTAINABLE FAT LOSS RATES BASED ON % BODYWEIGHT️ WHY WOMEN LOSE WEIGHT SLOWER THAN MEN & WHY THAT’S NORMAL️ HOW TO PRESERVE LEAN MASS WHILE DROPPING BODY FAT️ THE POWER OF A PRIMER PHASE BEFORE DIETING️ HOW TO BREAK THE WEEKDAY DIETER CYCLE FOR GOOD If you’re tired of dieting harder and seeing less progress, this episode will help you rebuild your metabolism, understand your physiology, and execute a fat loss strategy that actually works for women. IF THIS EPISODE HELPED YOU, SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND WHO NEEDS IT. If you’re ready for a personalized approach that respects female physiology, apply for 1:1 coaching through the link in the show notes. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/⁠ For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: ⁠https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry⁠ Email: ⁠Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com⁠ Brandon’s Website: ⁠https://www.brandondacruzfit.com⁠

    33 min

  8. 12/10/2025

    SAM MILLER: THE FUNCTIONAL COACHING CRISIS | WHEN “HOLISTIC” BECOMES HARMFUL | EP. 193

    Functional and “holistic” coaching is more popular than ever but a lot of people are walking away from these programs feeling more confused, more anxious, and more convinced that they are broken than when they started. On this episode of THE CHASING CLARITY HEALTH & FITNESS PODCAST, I sit down with Sam Miller to break down where functional coaching is going wrong, how fear based messaging and diagnosis driven protocols are impacting clients and what a higher standard of coaching should actually look like if the goal is long term health and sustainable results. HERE IS WHAT WE COVER️ WHY COOKIE CUTTER PROTOCOLS HAVE TAKEN OVER A FIELD THAT CLAIMS TO BE “INDIVIDUALIZED”️ HOW PRESET SYSTEMS AND TEMPLATES IGNORE REAL WORLD PHYSIOLOGY, PSYCHOLOGY, LIFESTYLE AND GOALS️ THE PROBLEM WITH VAGUE DIAGNOSES LIKE “ADRENAL FATIGUE” AND “WEIGHT LOSS RESISTANCE”️ HOW LABELING CLIENTS AS “BROKEN” CREATES FEAR, IDENTITY ISSUES AND DEPENDENCY️ THE RISE OF FEAR BASED MARKETING AND WHY IT DRIVES HYPERFIXATION AND OVER ANALYSIS️ HOW SUPPLEMENT AND PEPTIDE STACK OBSESSION PULLS ATTENTION AWAY FROM NUTRITION, TRAINING, SLEEP AND STRESS️ If this episode hits home for you, share it on your stories and tag us with your biggest takeaway, and if you need support, you can always reach me on Instagram @brandondacruz_ or through the link in the show notes. WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME: Follow Brandon on IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/⁠ For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: ⁠https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry⁠ Email: ⁠Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com⁠ Brandon’s Website: ⁠https://www.brandondacruzfit.com⁠

    58 min
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The Chasing Clarity Health & Fitness Podcast aims to bridge the gap between complexity and clarity within the health and fitness space. Brandon and Jeff have a relatable synergy that allows them to go deep and wide on all topics related to nutrition, training, health, and fitness. We will cover both information and application for anyone interested in improving their health, fitness, and body composition throughout our journey together and with you all. Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/ Follow Jeff on IG: https://www/instagram.com/jeffunbreakableblack

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