THE OVERLOOKED BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE | METABOLIC, PHYSIOLOGICAL, BEHAVIORAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVANTAGES WITH JEFF HOEHN

THE OVERLOOKED BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE | METABOLIC, PHYSIOLOGICAL, BEHAVIORAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVANTAGES WITH JEFF HOEHN

Author: Brandon DaCruz March 16, 2026 Duration: 1:44:09

In the fitness space, most conversations revolve around two things.


Being in a calorie deficit to lose body fat. Or being in a calorie surplus to build muscle.


But very rarely do you hear people talk about the value of intentionally spending time eating at maintenance. 


And that’s a mistake.


Because spending time at maintenance can provide a wide range of metabolic, physiological, behavioral, and psychological benefits that support long-term body composition progress.


In this episode of the Chasing Clarity Health & Fitness Podcast, I’m joined once again by my good friend Jeff Hoehn, host of the Mind Muscle Connection Podcast, for Episode 2 of our monthly podcast collaboration.


IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

INTRO TO THE TOPIC OF THE OVERLOOKED BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE

THE METABOLIC BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE 

THE PHYSIOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE

THE BEHAVIORIAL BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE 

THE PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE 

HOW CAN PERIODS OF EATING AT MAINTENANCE BE USED ACROSS THE YEAR & BETWEEN PHASES? 


If you’ve ever wondered whether spending time eating at maintenance is productive or necessary, this episode will give you a much deeper understanding of why it can play such an important role in a well structured body composition plan.


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: 


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Hosted by Brandon DaCruz, Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast cuts through the noise of an often overwhelming industry. Instead of quick fixes, Brandon and his co-host Jeff build conversations from a place of genuine partnership, tackling everything from meal planning and workout splits to the less-discussed mental hurdles of a fitness journey. Their dynamic feels more like a dialogue between friends who’ve been in the trenches, making complex topics in nutrition, training, and body composition feel accessible and actionable. What you’ll find here is a practical blend of solid information and real-world application, designed for anyone who wants to move past confusion and build sustainable habits. This isn't about rigid dogma; it's about finding what actually works for you. Tune into the podcast for honest discussions that aim to replace frustration with understanding, one episode at a time.
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