Ep 66: Sustaining Fat Loss Results and Maximizing Recovery for The Long Game with Jeff Hoehn

Today, we dive into weight maintenance and recovery with our special guest Jeff Hoehn. Jeff brings a wealth of experience in nutrition and training, shedding light on the importance of managing fatigue and living at maintenance, which is often overlooked or misunderstood. We share evidence-based strategies for long-term success in sustaining fat loss and maintaining strength as you age. Jeff, the owner of JH Health & Fitness, transformed his own physique through various building and fat loss phases, bodybuilding competitions, and injury rehab. As a knowledgeable online coach, Jeff empowers his clients with both skills and knowledge for sustainable progress. I invited Jeff, a fellow curious learner and host of The Mind Muscle Connection podcast, to share his insights and strategies from interviewing experts on his show and years of hands-on experience. __________ Book a FREE 30-minute call with Philip here . __________ Today you’ll learn all about: [3:17] Jeff's motivation and vision for fitness coaching and podcasting [7:29] Coaching values [11:11] Weight maintenance and sustaining body composition [13:29] Challenges with weight maintenance [21:24] Differences between maintenance and fat loss phases [23:06] Set point theory and its impact on weight maintenance [26:08] Addressing metabolic adaptation after a fat loss phase [32:13] Lisa credits Philip's coaching for her 17-lb weight loss and gives him a grateful shout-out [32:57] Importance of tracking during weight maintenance [36:44] Strategies for addressing weight fluctuations [40:30] Determining readiness to train and recovery status [42:28] The importance of and factors affecting recovery [44:55] Role of rest days and deloads in programming [47:22] Volume, intensity, frequency, and exercise selection in recovery [51:27] Non-training factors that influence recovery, including age and gender [56:49] Personal approach to recovery and overcoming setbacks [1:00:04] Influential podcast guests and personal relationships [1:02:07] Memorable feedback from podcast listeners or clients [1:04:13] Jeff's favorite sport [1:05:34] How to connect with Jeff Episode resources: Jeff's podcast: The Mind Muscle Connection Instagram: @ jeffhoehn_ Support the show 📱 Get Fitness Lab - Philip’s science-based AI app for fat loss, muscle building, and strength training for people over 40. It adapts to your nutrition, recovery, and training to improve body composition without guesswork. 🎓 Try Physique University - Evidence-based nutrition coaching and strength training to help you lose fat, build muscle, and master your metabolism with support and accountability (free custom nutrition plan with code FREEPLAN ). 👥 Join our Facebook community - Free fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition strategies for adults over 40 who want practical, science-backed fitness guidance. 👋 Ask a question or find Philip Pape on Instagram