7 Mind Hacks to Lose Fat and Build Muscle Faster with Adam Poehlmann | Ep 185

Are you feeling stuck in a fitness rut? Are you confused by conflicting fitness advice? Struggling to stay motivated when everyone on social media seems to have a perfect body? Today, Philip ( @witsandweights ) welcomes Adam Poehlmann, host of The Poehlmann Fitness Show and a dedicated health, fitness, and nutrition coach at Poehlmann Fitness, to discuss how your inner voice can unlock physical achievements. This episode tackles the often-overlooked aspect of fitness: your mindset. Adam dives deep into the internal locus of control concept, empowering you to take ownership of your health journey. He also gets personal, sharing his fitness struggles and triumphs, from overcoming the temptation of alcohol to setting a positive example. Philip and Adam explore the power of a growth mindset, where setbacks become growth opportunities. They also talk about navigating social media effectively, avoiding comparison traps, and harnessing its potential for inspiration and learning. Packed with actionable tips and real-life experiences, this episode equips you with the mental tools to finally conquer your fitness goals. Today, you’ll learn all about: 2:21 What's the first mental shift Adam recommends 9:16 (1) Developing an inner locus of control 15:31 (2) Mental contrasting visualization 18:04 (3) Implementation intentions ("if-then" planning) 20:48 Choosing fitness over alcohol 23:25 (4) Community and accountability 26:32 When Adam hit a wall in his fitness journey 33:30 (5) Self-awareness and reframing negative thoughts 41:35 Mindset on nutrition and exercise progression 43:45 (6) Building resilience and self-compassion 53:52 (7) Managing information "diet" and social media influences 59:22 Navigating social media and fitness trends 1:06:11 Where to find Adam 1:06:55 Outro Episode resources: IG: @adampoehlmann Podcast: spoti.fi/3W2kYBO Threads: @adampoehlmann FB Group: facebook.com/groups/thebodytransformationtribe Related episodes: Ep 177: How Anatomy Impacts Your Gut, Muscle Mass, Hormones, and Health with Justin Cottle 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