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. 18H AGO

    Body Comp > Scale Weight, Women and Maint Cals, Thyroid Issues, Postpartum and more w/ Lindsay Parker | Ep 733

    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

    1h 10m

  2. 3D AGO

    Strategies To Keep You Leaner, Stronger, and Feeling Good In Your Building Phase | Ep 732

    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

    41 min

  3. APR 6

    What Losing 160+ Pounds Taught Him About Health w. Garret Query | Ep 731

    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

    1h 7m

  4. APR 3

    How to Actually Approach Body Recomposition | Ep 730

    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

    40 min

  5. MAR 30

    How to Keep Making Progress During Busy Seasons w. Dr Eric Helms | Ep 729

    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

    1h 15m

  6. MAR 27

    How Long Should a Training Cycle Be for Muscle Growth? | Ep 728

    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

    33 min

  7. MAR 23

    Managing Fat Loss During Performance Training, SIBO, and more w/ Laura Savino | Ep 727

    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

    1h 8m

  8. MAR 20

    Fat Loss Plateau? Here Is The Decision Process I Use With Clients | Ep 726

    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

    35 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
    741
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Mind Muscle Connection
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