Ep 185: The 7 Most Powerful Mindset Techniques to Lose Fat and Build Muscle with Adam Poehlmann

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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

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1. Achieving Physical Self-Mastery Through Mindset (00:00:00)

2. Strengthening Self-Mastery Through Practical Tips (00:04:00)

3. Anticipating and Overcoming Roadblocks in Fitness (00:14:55)

4. Navigating Fitness Journey Challenges and Motivation (00:23:19)

5. Harnessing Mental Power for Motivation (00:29:11)

6. Fitness Results Through Mindset and Nutrition (00:39:22)

7. Understanding and Embracing Training to Failure (00:46:51)

8. Mastering Focus and Intention in Learning (00:53:05)

9. Maximizing Social Media for Personal Growth (01:00:01)